
Polo Ralph Lauren
Mini-Houndstooth Flannel Shirt Classic Fit
Polo Ralph Lauren mini-houndstooth flannel shirt in a classic fit, cut as a long-sleeve button-front shirt from a soft cotton-blend flannel with a small two-tone micro-houndstooth pattern in beige. Features a button-down collar, full front button placket with cream-colored buttons, single-button barrel cuffs, a curved hem that is slightly longer in back, and a tone-on-tone embroidered rider logo on the left chest. Intended for everyday casual wear on its own or as a layering piece; sold at Le 31.
- Material
- Soft cotton-blend flannel
- Style
- classic, preppy, heritage
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Specifications
Classic-fit flannel shirt in a mini-houndstooth pattern with a button-down collar and tone-on-tone embroidered rider logo.
Soft cotton-blend flannel, classic fit, button-down collar, tone-on-tone embroidered rider logo
- Material
- Soft cotton-blend flannel
- Style
- classic, preppy, heritage
- Occasion
- everyday, casual, weekend
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Mini-houndstooth pattern
- Soft cotton-blend flannel fabrication
- Classic fit
- Button-down collar
- Tone-on-tone embroidered rider logo
- Polo Ralph Lauren branding
- Button-front shirt closure
- Flannel shirt construction
Product Insights
Mini-Houndstooth Flannel Shirt Classic Fit Classic Fit is Polo Ralph Lauren's roomiest cut, straight through the chest and waist with a fuller sleeve and lower armhole. 65% cotton, 35% elastomultiester. Cotton flannel can shrink noticeably in the first wash, especially if not pre-shrunk; wash at the label temperature, avoid overloading, and use moderate drying heat. Cotton-blend flannel balances softness and breathability against easier laundering and potential pilling.
Verified claims
- fit
- Classic Fit is Polo Ralph Lauren's roomiest cut, straight through the chest and waist with a fuller sleeve and lower armhole.
- sizing
- A Classic Fit size Medium is built for a 38–40-inch chest, with the garment measuring about 44 inches around the chest.
- size_range
- Available in SMALL, MEDIUM, LARGE, and X-LARGE; X-LARGE is the largest size offered.
- color
- Sand is the only colourway available.
- material
- 65% cotton, 35% elastomultiester.
- fabric_behavior
- Flannel is a woven cloth that has been brushed, raising a nap that traps air for warmth and a soft handfeel.
- comfort
- Soft cotton-blend flannel with a brushed, cottony hand that is non-itchy against bare skin.
- collar
- Button-down collar with points fastened by small buttons.
- logo
- Tone-on-tone embroidered rider logo on the left chest.
- pattern_durability
- Mini-houndstooth is a woven pattern, not a print, so the design is more robust against wear and fading than printed patterns.
- care_shrinkage
- Cotton flannel can shrink noticeably in the first wash, especially if not pre-shrunk; wash at the label temperature, avoid overloading, and use moderate drying heat.
- durability_pilling
- Pilling and lint come from surface fibres, especially at friction points like underarms and cuffs; blends with synthetic fibres can hold pills on more strongly.
- care_embroidery
- For the tone-on-tone embroidery, hand washing is preferred: turn inside out, use cool or lukewarm water with mild pH-neutral detergent, swirl gently, and rinse thoroughly.
- care_drying
- Never wring or twist the garment; press out excess water with a towel, lay flat to reshape, and air dry away from direct sunlight or heat.
- care_ironing
- Iron only on the reverse; direct heat flattens the raised texture of the embroidery.
- styling
- Versatile button-down that works tucked or untucked, under a jacket, or with business-casual trousers.
- construction
- Full button placket with cream buttons, single-button barrel cuffs, curved hem longer in back, and visible shoulder seams.
- value
- Flat 175 CAD across all sizes with all sizes in stock; no larger-size upcharge.
- tradeoff
- Cotton-blend flannel balances softness and breathability against easier laundering and potential pilling.
- suitable_uses
- Well suited to business casual, office wear, weekend layering, and everyday cool-weather outfits.
- comparison
- Compared with Polo Ralph Lauren Slim Fit, Classic Fit is roomier: roughly 1 inch wider in the chest and 3 inches wider in the waist.
Product record
- Title
- Mini-Houndstooth Flannel Shirt Classic Fit
- Brand
- Polo Ralph Lauren
- Price
- 175 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 8 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Mini-Houndstooth Flannel Shirt Classic Fit: Choose this if you want a classic-fit, long-sleeve flannel shirt in a subtle mini-houndstooth pattern with a beige (Sand) look, offered in sizes Small to X-Large. It features a button-down collar, single-button barrel cuffs, a slightly curved hem that is longer in back, and a tone-on-tone embroidered rider logo on the left chest. The retailer describes the fabric as soft cotton-blend flannel (65% cotton, 35% elastomultiester), a characterization based on the listing rather than independent review.[1,2,3] | Brushed Flannel Shirt: Choose this if you want a classic-fit, long-sleeve button-up flannel with a subtle tone-on-tone embroidered rider logo rather than bold branding. It is a lightweight recycled cotton-blend brushed flannel (65% cotton, 35% elastomultiester) with a spread collar, single-button barrel cuffs, and a gently curved hem, offered in sizes Small to X-Large in Sand and Green. Because the fabric is lightweight rather than a heavy flannel, it suits those who prefer a softer, lighter take on the style.[4,5,6] | Flannel Checkered Shirt: Choose this if you want a classic-fit button-down flannel shirt with a heritage American-casual look, featuring a soft 100% cotton flannel in an all-over blue check with a small embroidered rider logo on the chest. It suits shoppers who prefer traditional details like barrel cuffs, a slightly curved hem, and light-colored buttons, and it comes in sizes small to extra-large in the Patterned Blue colorway. Note that the branding is prominent by design—the embroidered logo is part of the look—so skip it if you'd rather have a plain, unbranded shirt.[7,8] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01

Product
Front view of a long-sleeve button-front beige shirt with a small repeating micro-pattern, spread collar, visible button placket, left-chest embroidered logo, and sleeves rolled to the forearms; worn tucked into green pants.
- Overall shape and fitLong-sleeve, classic-fit button-up shirt shown from the front, worn tucked; straight front torso panels with a visible center button placket.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.70 (high) - CollarPointed spread collar with visible collar points lying flat; top button undone so neck opening is visible.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.06 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high) - Button placket and buttonsCentered button placket with vertically spaced round cream-colored buttons; stitching and buttonholes visible.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.52 (high) - Fabric pattern and textureVery small two-tone repeating micro-check or mini-houndstooth pattern across the shirt surface, giving an overall beige appearance and a matte, soft-flannel look.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.14 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (high) - Left-chest embroiderySmall stitched logo or emblem in a contrasting thread located on the left chest (model right side from viewer perspective).
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.27 · w 0.05 · h 0.07 (medium) - Rolled sleevesBoth sleeves rolled up to the forearm with visible cuff folds; left sleeve roll (viewer right) sits slightly higher than right.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.56 · w 0.26 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.56 · w 0.26 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Studio lifestyle shot showing a male model from head to mid-thigh against a neutral seamless background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows. Visible accessories include a brown leather belt with brass rectangular buckle, green pants, and a wristwatch with brown leather strap and dark dial.
- Shot compositionFrontal portrait-style composition showing model from head to mid-thigh, centered in frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingEven, neutral beige-toned seamless background with soft studio lighting producing gentle shadows and no harsh highlights.
- Belt and buckle (prop)Brown leather belt with a rectangular brass-colored buckle visible at the waist over the tucked shirt.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.67 · w 0.30 · h 0.09 (high) - Watch and wristRound dark-dial wristwatch with a brown leather strap worn on the right wrist (model's right), partially resting near the front pocket.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.66 · w 0.09 · h 0.12 (high) - Visible pantsHigh-waisted green pants visible from waist to mid-thigh, providing contrast to the shirt; pockets and seam lines visible.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.68 · w 0.60 · h 0.26 (high)
Colors
warm beige (micro-pattern)· shirt maingold embroidery· chest logo embroiderycream· buttons- Overall shape and fitLong-sleeve, classic-fit button-up shirt shown from the front, worn tucked; straight front torso panels with a visible center button placket.
- 02

Product
Front view of a long-sleeve button-down shirt with a button-down collar, full button placket, cuffed sleeves, curved hem, small houndstooth pattern, and an embroidered chest logo.
- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve collared shirt shown from the front with a relaxed hang, slightly curved hem that is longer in back, and visible shoulder seams.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.76 (high) - CollarButton-down collar with visible collar points fastened by buttons; collar interior shows a sewn label.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.08 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high) - Button placketCentral full-length button placket with evenly spaced cream-colored buttons visible from collar to hem.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.66 (high) - CuffsSingle-button barrel cuffs with visible seam lines at each wrist and slight fold at cuff edges.
2 regions
x 0.13 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.69 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Fabric patternVery small-scale houndstooth or micro-check pattern across the entire shirt surface, creating a textured appearance in two close-tone colors.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.14 · w 0.68 · h 0.70 (high) - Embroidered chest logoSmall embroidered motif on the left chest in a darker contrasting thread color.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.32 · w 0.06 · h 0.10 (high) - Label text“POLO”
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.09 · w 0.13 · h 0.06 (medium) - Buttons appearanceButtons are round and cream-colored with a slightly glossy finish.
3 regions
x 0.47 · y 0.20 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.47 · y 0.34 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.47 · y 0.48 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Product photographed on a neutral light gray background, centered and evenly lit with soft shadows; image shows full shirt without props.
- Background and lightingEven, soft studio lighting on a uniform light gray background with faint shadowing around the shirt edges.
- Shot compositionCentered front-facing product shot showing the entire shirt with some space around edges; image appears cropped evenly on all sides.
Colors
warm beige micro-check· main fabricmuted brown· embroidered logocream· buttonsroyal blue· collar label- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve collared shirt shown from the front with a relaxed hang, slightly curved hem that is longer in back, and visible shoulder seams.
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4631853 | Mini-Houndstooth Flannel Shirt Classic Fit - Sand - Small | CA$175.00 | Yes |
| 4631854 | Mini-Houndstooth Flannel Shirt Classic Fit - Sand - Medium | CA$175.00 | Yes |
| 4631855 | Mini-Houndstooth Flannel Shirt Classic Fit - Sand - Large | CA$175.00 | Yes |
| 4631856 | Mini-Houndstooth Flannel Shirt Classic Fit - Sand - X-Large | CA$175.00 | Yes |