Fred Perry
Piqué Buttoned Polo
This Fred Perry Piqué Buttoned Polo is a short-sleeve polo shirt from the Le 31 line, crafted from 100% cotton piqué knit. It features a classic polo collar, button placket, embroidered laurel wreath logo on the left chest, and twin white stripes on the collar and cuffs. Suitable for casual and smart-casual wear, it offers a breathable, comfortable fit.
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Cotton piqué polo shirt featuring embroidered laurel wreath logo, button front closure, and accent striped ribbed detailing.
Piqué knit fabric, button front, polo collar, embroidered logo, striped ribbed trim.
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Embroidered laurel wreath logo
- Polo collar
- Button front closure
- Accent striped ribbed edging
- 100% cotton piqué knit fabric
- Fred Perry x Le 31 collaboration
- Piqué texture knit construction
- Ribbed trim details
Product Insights
The Piqué Buttoned Polo by Fred Perry, a British icon exhibited by the Design Museum since its 1952 Wimbledon debut, has been organically adopted by mods, skinheads, Britpop, and grime artists—never via paid endorsements but through authentic cultural resonance, from James Bond in Thunderball to Paul Weller and Amy Winehouse. Its piqué weave conceals sweat stains, creates micro-air pockets for breathability, and holds a self-standing collar without ironing, while twin tipping (5-4-4 stitch ratio) and the embroidered laurel wreath remain unchanged since the 1950s. The true-to-size classic fit allows year-round versatility from office to weekend, but those seeking a slimmer silhouette should size down; gentle wash and air drying preserve the logo and shape. In navy/midnight blue with purple undertones, it signals subcultural affiliation—not wealth—pairing with tailored blazers, denim, or a Harrington jacket.
Verified claims
- Subculture lineage
- Adopted organically by mods, skinheads, Britpop, and grime artists since the 1950s.
- Fit
- True-to-size classic fit; size down for a slimmer silhouette.
- Care
- Wash inside-out in cold water on gentle cycle and air dry to prevent shrinkage and protect the embroidered logo.
- Sweat concealment
- Piqué texture conceals sweat marks, allowing multiple wears between washes.
- Collar shape
- The piqué double-knit collar holds its shape without ironing.
- Shade
- Navy/Midnight Blue has cool purple undertones, appearing near-black in dim light and darker than standard navy.
- Color
- Purple undertone pairs with navy blazers, charcoal overcoats, and pink.
- Tipping
- The twin-tipped collar and cuffs use a 5-4-4 stitch ratio authentic to Fred Perry.
- Breathability
- Piqué knit is cooler than lighter jersey and holds shape for year-round use.
- Discretion
- Piqué fabric is more opaque than jersey and hides sweat stains for a clean look.
- Structure
- Piqué knit supports a crisp self-standing collar and prevents embroidery puckering.
- Ribbed trim
- Ribbed collar and cuffs stretch and recover, resisting curling and loosening.
- Logo durability
- Embroidered laurel wreath stays crisp and flat with gentle wash and air drying
- Laurel wreath
- The laurel wreath logo is the historic All England Club emblem symbolizing Perry's championships.
- Piqué fabric
- The piqué weave conceals sweat stains, creates cooler micro-air pockets, and holds a stand-up collar without interfacing.
- Wimbledon origins
- The shirt debuted at Wimbledon in 1952 and was celebrated as a British icon by the Design Museum in 2022.
- Endorsement authenticity
- The brand never pays for celebrity endorsements; appearances are genuinely organic, from James Bond to Britpop.
- Mod adoption
- Became the democratic entry point into Mod fashion via nationwide sports shops and its smart, clean-cut look.
- Design lineage
- The twin tipping uses a proprietary 5-4-4 ratio, and the core design remains unchanged since the 1950s.
- Cultural recognition
- Recognized as a British icon by the Design Museum and revived by Paul Weller in the 1970s.
- Paul Weller endorsement
- During the late‑70s mod revival, this Fred Perry polo and a Jam LP signified mod identity.
- Mod styling
- Buttoned to the neck under a Harrington jacket, this polo presents the clean smart look that defined the mod revival.
- Bond association
- Worn by James Bond in the 1965 film Thunderball.
- Design legacy
- Same core design as 1965 Bond polo: piqué, twin tipping, laurel wreath.
- Unpaid endorsements
- Fred Perry never pays celebrities for endorsements — every wear is organic.
- Subcultural continuity
- Fred Perry polo design has remained identical since the 1950s, worn by subcultures for decades.
- Status signaling
- Wearing Fred Perry signals subcultural affiliation, not wealth, unlike Ralph Lauren or Lacoste.
- Collaboration
- Amy Winehouse, unpaid, co-designed a 17-piece collection with Fred Perry.
- Philanthropy
- 20% of net revenue from the Amy Winehouse collection is donated to the Amy Winehouse Foundation.
- Cultural significance
- Design Museum exhibited the polo as a British icon in 2022.
- Material
- 100% cotton piqué knit feels cooler than a 160 GSM jersey.
- Versatility
- Transitions from office to weekend across seasons with tailored, casual, and layered looks.
Product record
- Title
- Piqué Buttoned Polo
- Brand
- Fred Perry
- Price
- 145 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Short-sleeve navy buttoned polo shown worn open; visible piqué texture, twin white tipped collar and sleeve cuffs, and a small white embroidered laurel wreath on the left chest.
- Collar with tippingClassic polo collar in navy with two parallel narrow white tipping stripes along the collar edge.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.06 (high) - Sleeve cuff trimShort sleeves finished with a navy band and matching twin narrow white tipping stripes at the cuff.
2 regions
x 0.07 · y 0.30 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.40 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (medium) - Embroidered chest logoSmall white embroidered laurel wreath motif on the left chest area of the polo.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.20 · w 0.06 · h 0.07 (high) - Button placketFull-length front button placket with dark buttons; polo is styled unbuttoned revealing an inner white garment.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.22 · w 0.22 · h 0.62 (high) - Piqué knit textureFabric shows a fine piqué knit texture typical of polo shirts, visible on torso and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.24 · w 0.48 · h 0.44 (high) - Hem and side seamStraight lower hem with a side seam visible where the shirt falls open over the waistband.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.70 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot of a model wearing the polo; white seamless background, soft even lighting, three-quarter frontal pose with right arm raised behind neck, visible lower torso with belt and trousers.
- Shot compositionFramed upper body crop showing model from mid-thigh to head, polo worn open over an inner white top; model turned slightly toward camera.
- BackgroundUniform neutral white seamless background with minimal visible texture or distractions.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model poseModel's right arm is raised with hand touching the back of the neck, creating a natural fold in the polo at the shoulder.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.10 · w 0.38 · h 0.38 (high) - Visible additional garmentsA white ribbed inner top, brown trousers, and a black leather belt with a silver oval buckle are visible beneath and around the polo but are not described as packaging.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.34 · w 0.40 · h 0.42 (high)
Colors
navy· main body#232532white· logo and trim- Collar with tippingClassic polo collar in navy with two parallel narrow white tipping stripes along the collar edge.
- 02
Product
Upper front of a dark navy short-sleeve buttoned polo with contrasting white twin stripes on the collar and sleeve cuff, a white embroidered laurel-wreath logo on the left chest, and a partially open button placket revealing a white undershirt.
- Collar shape and trimFlat knit polo collar in dark navy with two parallel narrow white stripes running along the collar edge.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.52 · h 0.16 (high) - Sleeve cuff detailShort sleeve cuff in dark navy with matching double narrow white stripe trim visible on the right sleeve.
1 region
x 0.70 · y 0.61 · w 0.25 · h 0.16 (high) - Fabric textureTextured piqué knit fabric visible across the shirt front and sleeves with a subtle raised weave.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.32 · w 0.52 · h 0.52 (high) - Button placket and buttonsCentral button placket in dark navy with visible round navy buttons; placket is partially open exposing an inner white undershirt.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.30 · w 0.24 · h 0.62 (high) - Left chest embroiderySmall white embroidered laurel-wreath logo positioned on the left chest area.
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.48 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - UndershirtWhite ribbed crew-neck undershirt visible beneath the open placket.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.46 · w 0.16 · h 0.24 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing a model from upper chest to above the head against a plain white background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows; image cropped at the right arm and top of the head.
- Model framingThree-quarter crop of a male model showing head and upper torso; face occupies upper-left quadrant and shirt occupies center and right of frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.68 · h 0.73 (high) - Background and lightingPlain white seamless background with soft, diffuse lighting producing minimal shadows and even color rendering.
- Image cropRight edge of the shirt and the model's right arm are partially cropped out of frame; top of head is near the top edge.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.00 · w 0.36 · h 0.72 (high)
Colors
dark navy· shirt body#1E212Bwhite· collar and cuff stripeswhite· embroidered logo- Collar shape and trimFlat knit polo collar in dark navy with two parallel narrow white stripes running along the collar edge.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve navy piquE polo on a model, showing plain back, ribbed collar and cuffs with contrasting white twin stripes, and a straight hem.
- Back panelFlat rear body panel of the polo in a solid dark navy color with a smooth piquE knit appearance and no visible seams, prints, or logos on the back.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.66 (high) - Collar detailRibbed polo collar seen from rear with two parallel narrow white stripes running around the collar edge.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.06 (high) - Sleeve cuffsShort sleeves end in ribbed cuffs finished with matching twin white stripes; cuffs lie near mid-upper arm.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.54 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.73 · y 0.47 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high) - HemlineStraight lower hem that falls over the waistband of the trousers with a single visible stitched hemline.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.74 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric textureSubtle textured knit consistent with piquE fabric visible on the shirt surface under studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.24 · w 0.40 · h 0.50 (medium)
Other
Studio rear-view product shot on a model against a plain white background with even soft lighting; model cropped at knees and turned slightly to the right.
- Shot compositionModel shown from the rear, centered in frame, cropped slightly below the hips; view includes both arms and part of the back of the head.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.88 · h 0.96 (high) - BackgroundUniform plain white backdrop with no visible props or environmental detail.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing minimal shadows and even illumination across the garment.
- Visible non-product clothingLower part of brown trousers visible under the polo; trousers are separate from the product.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.82 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high)
Colors
dark navy· body#222532white· collar and sleeve stripe trim- Back panelFlat rear body panel of the polo in a solid dark navy color with a smooth piquE knit appearance and no visible seams, prints, or logos on the back.