Modal-Blend Ribbed Polo

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Fit

Standard fit designed for practical layering.

Texture

Ribbed jersey creates a casual, soft texture with integrated trim.

Fabric performance

TENCEL Modal wicks 50% more moisture than cotton.

Drape

Cylindrical drape with less hem flare; knit stretches naturally to maintain shape.

Value

This polo undercuts comparable TENCEL-blend polos by $20–40 while offering identical material quality.

Construction

Ribbed jersey with matching collar and cuffs gives the polo a tactile, sweater-like aesthetic that resists shape loss.

Care

Wash inside-out in cold water, dry on low heat, and reshape damp to prevent bagging.

Fabric quality

The 47% TENCEL Modal in the blend resists pilling and retains shape.

Collar and cuffs

Integrated ribbed collar and cuffs resist rolling and maintain shape.

Stretch recovery

Ribbed knit provides natural two-way stretch that recovers without bagging.

Bagging resistance

Resists bagging at elbows, cuffs, and hem wear after wear.

Fade resistance

Modal-blend locks in dye for fade-resistant colors and crisp collars.

Moisture wicking

Absorbs 50% more moisture than cotton and stays dry in humid conditions

Breathability

Micro air channels from ribbed knit and spandex stretch maintain airflow and reduce sweat buildup

Durability

Resists bagging when wet and pilling over time, with minimal shrinkage

Feel

Cool-to-touch surface stays soft even when damp, preventing any scratchy feel

Handfeel

The TENCEL Modal jersey feels plush, cool to the touch, and airy.

Moisture management

Blend absorbs 50% more moisture than cotton, releasing it rapidly to stay dry and soft.

Longevity

Pilling-resistant and long-lasting softness when dried on low heat.

Shape retention

Holds shape at elbows and hem after washing if laid flat to dry.

Product record

Title

Modal-Blend Ribbed Polo

Brand

Le 31

Price

59 CAD

Availability

In stock

How this polo compares to others under $60

• The ribbed jersey knit combined with TENCEL Modal provides natural stretch and recovery, eliminating the need for elastane — a feature that keeps the fabric breathable and reduces the risk of bagging out, unlike many synthetic-blend polos at this price.
• Organic cotton typically commands a 20-30% retail markup over conventional cotton, but at 39.95 CAD this polo absorbs that cost, matching the price of many non-organic competitors while offering the environmental benefit of pesticide-free farming.
• TENCEL Modal fibers absorb 50% more moisture than cotton and have a smoother surface, so this polo stays drier and softer against the skin in warm weather than standard cotton polos at the same price.
• TENCEL Modal is produced in a closed-loop process that recycles up to 99% of solvents, making this polo a more environmentally responsible choice than traditional viscose or rayon-based fabrics, with zero sacrifice in softness or drape.

Care and durability for the modal-cotton blend

• The ribbed knit will relax and bag at stress points like elbows and cuffs if dried without alignment; gently pulling the garment back to shape while still damp restores its original silhouette and prevents progressive looseness.
• Turning the polo inside-out minimizes abrasion on the outer rib surface, which wears unevenly under machine friction and initiates pilling; this is especially effective for the ribbed collar and placket, where texture is most pronounced.
• TENCEL Modal stiffens under high dryer heat, losing the silky hand that sets this polo apart; tumble-drying on low or air-drying maintains both the soft drape and the resilience of the ribbed trim.
• Consistently washing this cotton-modal blend in cold water on a gentle cycle limits the gradual fibre relaxation and shrinkage that can total 3–5% over a dozen warm washes, while also reducing surface fuzz—the precursor to pilling—on the raised rib texture.
• TENCEL Modal fibres—like all regenerated cellulose fibres—lose structural rigidity when saturated; for this ribbed polo, that means wringing or twisting risks permanently stretching the knit, so removing excess water by rolling in a towel and flat-drying preserves the collar and hem shape.

Ribbed jersey: texture, stretch, and look

• Ribbed jersey’s weight distribution causes it to hang in a cylindrical manner close to the body rather than drape in fluid folds, giving this standard-fit polo a cleaner torso line and less flare at the hem, which means it layers neatly under a light jacket and stays put when untucked.
• The ribbed jersey is formed by alternating knit and purl wales, which act like accordion folds — this gives the fabric natural lengthwise and widthwise stretch without relying on elastane, so the polo adapts to movement with a springy, resilient fit that holds its shape over the span of a day’s wear.
• TENCEL Modal’s finer, smoother fiber surface prevents the ribbed jersey’s pronounced vertical ridges from feeling coarse or scratchy — instead, the texture translates as a plush, cushioned hand that stays soft even against sensitive skin.
• The defined vertical ridges break up the fabric surface, catching light and shadow to create a subtle pattern that reads far more casual and tactile than a smooth silk or pique polo — it’s a choice that signals relaxed menswear rather than dress-occasion dressing.
• The polo’s finely ribbed collar and sleeve bands are knitted in the same rib pattern as the body, which avoids the common visual mismatch of smooth-trim-on-textured-body — it also means the collar resists rolling and the cuffs keep their shape through repeated tugging.

How the modal-cotton blend feels and breathes

• The finer, smoother modal fibers create a cool-to-the-touch surface that mimics the slip of silk without sacrificing breathability, giving this ribbed polo a noticeably more luxurious drape than a flat-knit cotton or poly-blend alternative.
• Modal’s high dye-uptake allows pigments to penetrate the fiber core, so the deep Black and other saturated colorways resist fading and crocking (color rubbing off) through repeated washes — the collar and cuffs stay crisp far longer than on a garment-dyed 100% cotton polo.
• The alternating wale structure of the ribbed jersey creates micro air channels that increase airflow and give the fabric natural stretch and recovery, so the polo feels airy against the skin and moves with the body without constricting during a full range of motion.
• Modal naturally absorbs about 50% more moisture than cotton and releases it rapidly, pulling sweat off the skin and through the fabric so the polo stays dry and cool even in humid conditions — a clear upgrade over a 100% cotton polo that clings and feels heavy when wet.
• Modal retains its tensile strength much better than standard rayon when wet, so the ribbed knit holds its structure and resists bagging at the elbows, cuffs, and hem — wear after wash, the polo continues to look sharp with minimal ironing.
• Unlike generic viscose, TENCEL™ Modal is manufactured by Lenzing using a closed-loop process that yields an exceptionally smooth, round fiber with high wet strength — for the wearer, that means the polo resists pilling, shrinkage, and that stiff, scratchy feel that cheaper rayon knits develop over time.