Lacoste
Exclusive Striped-Collar Jersey Polo Regular Fit
This Lacoste polo shirt, part of the Le 31A exclusive collection for Simons, is a short-sleeve regular-fit jersey top made from 100% pima cotton interlock. It features a contrasting two-button polo collar with white stripes, ribbed edging, and an embroidered crocodile logo on the left chest. Suitable for casual and smart-casual wear, it offers a smooth matte finish and a straight hem.
Color
Size
Specifications
- Material
- Main material: 100% cotton; Rib: 99% cotton, 1% elastane
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
This Simons-exclusive Lacoste at Le 31 polo links to the 1933 L.12.12 original via its striped collar and crocodile logo, but replaces classic piqué with 100% pima cotton interlock jersey for a structured, sleek fit that resists pilling, twisting, and hem curling; the regular fit runs small (size up if between) and the fabric wears warmer, suiting transitional weather, while care requires gentle wash and air drying; its price undercuts Ralph Lauren, Sunspel, and Lacoste's own L.12.12.
- Sizing
Regular fit is a mid-ground; runs small; order size up if between; size M chest 20 in.
Why this is supported
The brand's sizing reference indicates that size M has a chest width of 20 inches:
straight, close-fitting sleeves and a chest width of 20 in size M
How does the regular fit of this Lacoste polo compare to other Lacoste polos? Does it run true to size or is it slightly larger/smaller?Customer and sizing guides report that Lacoste polos commonly run small, so ordering one size up is recommended if between sizes:
many customers and sizing guides report that Lacoste polo shirts run small through the chest and shoulders, so if you are between sizes, ordering one size up is often recommended
How does the regular fit of this Lacoste polo compare to other Lacoste polos? Does it run true to size or is it slightly larger/smaller?Additionally, the regular fit is described as a timeless mid-ground between the classic and slim cuts:
Compared to Classic (straight, slightly looser) or Slim (very close), Regular is a timeless mid-ground
How does the regular fit of this Lacoste polo compare to other Lacoste polos? Does it run true to size or is it slightly larger/smaller?- Fit consistency
Pima interlock fabric resists shrinkage and drapes closer, giving a structured sleek fit.
Why this is supported
The pima cotton interlock construction resists twisting and shrinkage, maintaining the regular fit through cold washes if the dryer is avoided:
the polo maintains its regular-fit silhouette through repeated cold washes, provided the dryer is avoided as per Lacoste’s care instructions
Pima cotton interlock jersey: what makes it superior — resilience_and_careMoreover, this interlock fabric drapes closer to the body than Lacoste's traditional piqué, giving a sleeker silhouette:
drapes closer to the body
How this polo compares on price and value — pima_cotton_interlock_vs_standard_piquThe double-knit body provides a structured drape, causing the polo to hang like a lightweight sweatshirt rather than a thin tee:
hangs with the clean drape of a lightweight sweatshirt, not the cling of a tissue-weight tee
Pima cotton interlock jersey: what makes it superior — double_knit_interlock_body- Competitive pricing
Simons-exclusive sale price undercuts Ralph Lauren, Sunspel, and Lacoste's own L.12.12.
Why this is supported
At a sale price of $99.95 CAD, this Lacoste polo undercuts the Polo Ralph Lauren classic mesh polo by approximately $35 CAD and Sunspel's pima iteration by about $25 CAD. It is also priced below Lacoste's own L.12.12 classic polo, which typically retails over $150 CAD. The Le 31 exclusive for Simons avoids the typical 20-30% markup found in department-store collaborations, delivering this limited-edition striped collar and pima upgrade at a direct, collaborative price.
At $99.95 CAD, this polo features a fabric that is
a material upgrade that usually commands a $150+ CAD price in the category.
How this polo compares on price and value — pima_cotton_interlock_vs_standard_piqu, undercutting Polo Ralph Lauren's standard mesh polo and competing with luxury brands like Sunspel.
- Material
100% pima cotton interlock jersey replaces the classic piqué with a smoother, more stable fabric that requires air drying.
Why this is supported
The interlock knit construction provides dimensional stability:
Because interlock construction is inherently more dimensionally stable than single jersey, the fabric is less likely to twist or shrink out of shape
Pima cotton interlock jersey: what makes it superior — resilience_and_care, and the extra-long-staple pima cotton yields a smoother, pill-resistant surface:
the result is a jersey surface that is smoother to the skin, less prone to pilling
Pima cotton interlock jersey: what makes it superior — extra_long_staple_pima. This polo replaces Lacoste's classic piqué with a refined, smooth-faced fabric:
this version's 100% pima cotton interlock jersey is a modern upgrade that swaps the bumpy texture for a denser, smoother surface
The legacy of the Lacoste polo shirt — pima_cotton_interlock_from_piqu_tradition. However, to preserve its shape, the polo must be air dried:
Do not tumble dry — air dry flat or on a plastic hanger.
What are the recommended care instructions for this 100% pima cotton polo? Is it machine washable and can it be tumble dried?The pima cotton interlock jersey construction uses extra-long staple pima fibers, which create a smoother, pilling-resistant surface with a natural sheen. Interlock knitting provides dimensional stability, ensuring the polo holds its shape through repeated washes. This combination of materials and structure delivers superior durability and a longer usable life compared to standard piqué or jersey polos at this price point, improving the cost-per-wear.
The contrasting striped collar uses a ribbed knit made of 99% cotton and 1% elastane, which is inherently more shape-retentive than the body's interlock jersey. As noted,
Ribbing is designed to hold its shape; with proper care (machine wash cold, no dryer), the collar should maintain its appearance wash after wash
Is the striped collar made of the same fabric as the body, or a different material? How does it hold up after multiple washes?- Warmth
Wears warmer than a piqué polo, so it's better for transitional weather than hot weather.
Why this is supported
Because the interlock construction traps more air than a single jersey, this polo wears warmer than a traditional piqué tennis polo, making it better suited to transitional weather or smart-casual layering rather than hot-weather active wear.
- Heritage
Striped collar is a direct design link to the 1933 L.12.12 original.
Why this is supported
The contrasting striped collar traces directly to René Lacoste's original 1933 tennis shirt design.
René Lacoste's original L.12.12 polo from 1933 incorporated a contrasting ribbed collar with a tipped edge
The striped collar detail: style cues and origins — l_12_12_tipped_collarThe two-button placket was engineered to keep the collar flat while allowing it to stand up for sun protection.
The two-button placket was part of Lacoste's original design to keep the soft collar lying flat while allowing it to stand up for sun protection
The striped collar detail: style cues and origins — two_button_placketBy the 1950s, this design had entered preppy style circles.
By the 1950s, the Lacoste tipped-collar polo had become a cornerstone of American preppy dress
The striped collar detail: style cues and origins — preppy_style_canonThe research further emphasizes that the ribbed collar is a key signifier of the brand:
the crocodile, ribbed collar, and precise body are preserved as signifiers, ensuring that even a special project reads instantly as Lacoste, not an anonymous basic
The legacy of the Lacoste polo shirt — lacoste_at_le_31_collaborationThis design also represented a shift in tennis attire:
Lacoste's tipped collar replaced the starched, stiff collars of traditional tennis whites, introducing a softer, more athletic silhouette that still carried a touch of club formality through the trim
The striped collar detail: style cues and origins — 1930s_tennis_attire_shiftTogether, these elements anchor the striped collar as a direct heritage link to the 1933 original.
- Exclusivity
This polo is part of the 'Lacoste at Le 31' exclusive capsule for Simons.
Why this is supported
This polo is part of the 'Lacoste at Le 31' capsule specifically curated for Simons. As the research states,
Le 31 is Simons' boutique-like menswear concept that seeks out exclusive brand collaborations; the 'Lacoste at Le 31' polo is a product of that curatorial approach, positioning it as a special-issue garment with a backstory that standard-issue Lacoste polos lack.
The Simons exclusive: what makes this polo different — le_31_simons_curated_menswear_platform- Garment care
Wash at 30°C gentle, no dryer, no fabric softener.
Why this is supported
Lacoste's official care instructions require
machine washable at 30°C on a very gentle cycle
What are the recommended care instructions for this 100% pima cotton polo? Is it machine washable and can it be tumble dried?,
Do not tumble dry — air dry flat or on a plastic hanger
What are the recommended care instructions for this 100% pima cotton polo? Is it machine washable and can it be tumble dried?, and
Do not use bleach or fabric softener
What are the recommended care instructions for this 100% pima cotton polo? Is it machine washable and can it be tumble dried?. If ironing is needed, do it
on low (max 110°C)
What are the recommended care instructions for this 100% pima cotton polo? Is it machine washable and can it be tumble dried?.
- Durability
Pima interlock resists pilling, twisting, and hem curling.
Why this is supported
The pima interlock fabric's extra-long staple fibers
. The double-knit construction
is inherently more dimensionally stable than single jersey
Pima cotton interlock jersey: what makes it superior — resilience_and_careand
resists curling at the hem
Pima cotton interlock jersey: what makes it superior — double_knit_interlock_body. The ribbed collar
. Compared to a Polo Ralph Lauren mesh polo, this Lacoste
.
- Crocodile emblem
Crocodile logo traces to René Lacoste's 1920s nickname and 1927 blazer.
Why this is supported
The crocodile emblem on this polo has a specific origin:
The embroidered crocodile logo directly references the nickname given to tennis champion René Lacoste in the 1920s, which he first had stitched onto his blazer in 1927, making the symbol one of the earliest visible brand logos on clothing and lending this polo an authentic pre-luxury heritage.
The legacy of the Lacoste polo shirt — ren_lacoste_and_the_crocodile_emblem- L.12.12 code
L.12.12 code encodes fabric, sleeve, and iteration from the 1933 tennis shirt.
Why this is supported
The code L.12.12 originated from the original 1933 tennis shirt:
L for Lacoste, 1 for the cotton fabric, 2 for the short-sleeve silhouette, and 12 for the final design iteration
The legacy of the Lacoste polo shirt — 1933_l_12_12_designation. Every Lacoste polo inherits this naming logic.
- Collar
Striped collar and placket originate from 1933 tennis polo and preppy heritage.
Why this is supported
Lacoste's tipped collar replaced the starched, stiff collars of traditional tennis whites,
introducing a softer, more athletic silhouette that still carried a touch of club formality through the trim
The striped collar detail: style cues and origins — 1930s_tennis_attire_shift. The original 1933 polo also incorporated
a contrasting ribbed collar with a tipped edge — derived from the cricket sweaters and tennis cardigans of the era — establishing the striped collar as the brand's most enduring design code after the crocodile logo itself.
The striped collar detail: style cues and origins — l_12_12_tipped_collarThe two-button placket was part of this original design to keep the collar flat while allowing it to stand for sun protection. By the 1950s, the tipped-collar polo had become a cornerstone of American preppy dress, and the striped collar continues to evoke the varsity-inspired tennis trims of the 1960s–70s.
- Exclusive edition
Exclusive to Simons as Lacoste at Le 31 capsule, preserving heritage cues.
Why this is supported
This polo is part of the
'Lacoste at Le 31' capsule exclusively for Canadian retailer Simons
The legacy of the Lacoste polo shirt — lacoste_at_le_31_collaboration, where
the crocodile, ribbed collar, and precise body are preserved as signifiers, ensuring that even a special project reads instantly as Lacoste, not an anonymous basic.
The legacy of the Lacoste polo shirt — lacoste_at_le_31_collaboration
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a short-sleeve black polo shirt with a ribbed collar featuring white double stripes, a three-button placket, and a small embroidered green logo on the left chest. The shirt is worn untucked and shown on a model from head to hips.
- Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve polo shirt shown from front; falls straight to the hips with a regular, slightly relaxed drape on the model.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.58 (high) - Collar detailRibbed fold-over polo collar in black with two parallel white stripes running along the outer edge.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high) - Placket and buttonsVertical placket with visible top portion of three black buttons; placket is tonal black and stitched to match the shirt.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.16 (high) - Embroidered chest logoSmall embroidered green logo on the left chest area; logo has a brighter green body with a contrasting lighter outline.
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.30 · w 0.06 · h 0.05 (high) - Sleeve cuffsShort sleeves end in narrow ribbed cuffs in the same black as the shirt; cuffs sit close to the upper arm.
2 regions
x 0.15 · y 0.32 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.67 · y 0.31 · w 0.18 · h 0.13 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth jersey knit with a matte finish; surface shows subtle natural drape and faint vertical fold lines near the torso.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.24 · w 0.48 · h 0.48 (high) - HemStraight hemline resting at the top of the model's trousers; hem appears unadorned without visible side vents.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.68 · w 0.44 · h 0.08 (high) - Occlusion by model handsLower front sides of the shirt are partially obscured by the model's hands placed in the trouser pockets.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.62 · w 0.20 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.60 · w 0.20 · h 0.32 (high)
Other
Studio portrait with neutral off-white background, soft even lighting, and minimal shadows; image shows model from head to hips, centered in frame.
- Background and lightingPlain off-white studio background with soft, diffused lighting producing gentle shadows along the model's left side.
- Shot compositionCentered portrait crop showing model from head through hips; product view is frontal and slightly turned toward the camera.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution image with clear details and accurate focus across the shirt and collar.
- Prop presentModel wearing tan trousers that are visible below the shirt; hands are inside trouser pockets and are not part of the product.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.74 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
black· shirt body#0E0D0Cwhite· collar stripesmedium green· embroidered logo- Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve polo shirt shown from front; falls straight to the hips with a regular, slightly relaxed drape on the model.
- 02
Product
Upper portion of a black short-sleeve polo shown on a model: ribbed collar with twin white stripes, three-button placket with two visible buttons and top button undone, and an embroidered crocodile logo on the left chest.
- Body fabricBlack smooth jersey fabric covering the visible torso and sleeves with a matte finish and minimal texture visible.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.50 · w 0.90 · h 0.40 (high) - Collar shape and trimFolded ribbed polo collar in black with two parallel white horizontal stripes near the outer edge on each side.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.34 · w 0.56 · h 0.12 (high) - Placket and buttonsVertical three-button placket with two visible dark buttons; top button area is open showing the underlying placket interior.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.41 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high) - Embroidered logo placementSmall embroidered crocodile logo positioned on the model's left chest (viewer right side of image) above the mid-torso seam.
1 region
x 0.63 · y 0.57 · w 0.11 · h 0.08 (high) - Logo stitching detailLogo shows a green body with a red detail at the mouth and a thin white outline visible around the embroidered shape.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.58 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high) - Sleeve edgeShort sleeve visible at the right edge of the frame with a subtle folded or ribbed hem in the same black fabric.
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.74 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (medium)
Other
Close-up studio portrait crop showing the model from upper chest to top of head against a neutral light background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionFrontal close-up crop centered on the model's face and upper torso, showing collar and chest details of the polo.
- BackgroundPlain off-white backdrop with even lighting and no visible props.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model presenceMale model shown from upper chest to just above the head; face and hair partially visible and unobstructed.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.03 · w 0.64 · h 0.55 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing even illumination across the product and face with faint shadowing under the chin and collar.
Colors
black· main body#0E0C0Dwhite· collar stripesgrass green· logo bodyred· logo mouth detailwhite (outline)· logo outline- Body fabricBlack smooth jersey fabric covering the visible torso and sleeves with a matte finish and minimal texture visible.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve black polo shirt on a model showing the back panel, ribbed short sleeves, and a ribbed collar with two contrasting white stripes.
- Rear body panelFlat black back panel of a polo shirt with smooth jersey texture and a straight hem visible at the model's waist.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.64 · h 0.66 (high) - Collar with stripesRibbed polo collar in black with two thin horizontal white stripes running around the collar band visible from the rear.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.12 · w 0.32 · h 0.06 (high) - Short sleeve cuffsShort sleeves end in slightly ribbed black cuffs that sit above the mid-upper arm.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.36 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high) - Shoulder seamsVisible shoulder seam lines running from the collar toward the sleeve heads on both sides.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (medium) - No visible back logoThere is no printed or embroidered logo visible on the rear panel of the shirt.
Other
Studio rear-facing shot of a model wearing the polo against a plain light background; model has hands in pockets and the image shows soft, even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Viewing angleRear view of the garment on a standing model, cropped from just above the head to the hips.
- Model poseModel stands with hands placed in the front pockets of trousers, causing slight pull at the shirt hem near the hips.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.72 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (medium) - Background and lightingEven, soft studio lighting on a plain off-white background producing minimal harsh shadows and a neutral appearance of the shirt color.
- Visible prop clothingTan trousers are visible at the bottom of the frame and serve as styling but are not part of the product being analyzed.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.82 · w 0.64 · h 0.16 (high)
Colors
black· main body#0E0D0Cwhite· collar stripes- Rear body panelFlat black back panel of a polo shirt with smooth jersey texture and a straight hem visible at the model's waist.
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Customer Reviews
25 total25 reviews · out of 5
Bon chic bon genre.
Polo de très belle qualité, doux au toucher, tombe bien, c’est ce que je recherche.
Blé achr
Très beau et confo
Nice
Like it
Polo Lacoste
100 0/0 satisfait
Beau cadeau
Offert en cadeau qui fut très apprécié
Nice quality polo
I bought this for my husband. It’s very good quality and love the colour.
polo
polo
Très belle qualité
Très belle qualité
Chic et décontracté
Très satisfait
Great Colour
Thank you for your speedy and friendly service!
Très bel achat
Belle qualité du produit
Bien
Tissue comfortable
Excellent
Tissues très doux et de grande qualité
Polo golf
Magnifique polo que l’on reconnaît de Lacoste ! Se porte pas seulement au golf mais en tout temps ! Fait sa grandeur ! Mon mari porte toujours grandeur large pour un « regular fit » et celui-ci est parfait ! Il l’adore
À considérer
Très beau tissus!
Large
Correct
Magnifique
Confortable et très beau!
Très belle qualité
je l aime bien la grandeur parfait matériel confortable
Belle qualité et très confortable.
Belle qualité et très confortable. Répond entièrement à mes exigences.
Polo Lacoste
Excellent, comfortable , tissu agréable!
Too tight
This brand's sizing is too tight
Did not receive it
Don’t know yet. Was shipped a t-shirt instead
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Belle qualité
Je recommande ce polo, très belle couleur.
Might fine
Have other Lacoste but this one is great. Very nice fabric and fit is perfect. And the colour draws positive comments.