Obey
Abel Two-Tone Knit Polo
This Obey Abel two-tone knit polo is a short-sleeve sweater with a relaxed fit, featuring a light blue openwork knit body and dark brown raglan sleeves, collar, and button placket. It has a two-button placket, contrast ribbed polo collar, ribbed cuffs and hem, and a logo label at the side seam. Designed in a retro sports style, it serves as a casual pullover top for everyday wear.
- Color
- Two-Tone
- Material
- Knit
- Style
- retro, sporty
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Retro sports-style short-sleeve knit polo sweater with two-tone openwork ribbed knit and contrast rib collar.
Openwork ribbed knit, contrast rib collar, button placket, rib cuffs and hem, relaxed fit.
- Color
- Two-Tone
- Material
- Knit
- Style
- retro, sporty
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- retro sports-style
- short-sleeve
- polo sweater
- openwork ribbed knit
- contrast rib polo collar
- button placket
- rib cuff and hem
- logo label at side seam
- relaxed fit
- two-tone
Product Insights
The Obey Abel Two-Tone Knit Polo is a mid-century-inspired cooling garment, its openwork knit and relaxed fit creating convective airflow to dissipate body heat, but buyers note the knit is somewhat sheer, so an undershirt may be needed. The 60% cotton/40% acrylic blend requires hand-washing to preserve the ventilation channels, and the knit may pill with friction, though hand washing and air drying minimize it. The relaxed fit on a size medium for a 6ft model is comfortably roomy; sizing down yields a closer fit. The retro sports-style label accurately reflects the design lineage from on-court athletic polos.
Verified claims
- Cooling
- Openwork knit and relaxed fit create convective airflow that dissipates body heat.
- Sheerness
- Buyers note the openwork knit is somewhat sheer, so an undershirt may be needed.
- Design heritage
- The openwork knit is adapted from mid-century athletic polos designed for on-court cooling.
- Retro authenticity
- The retro sports-style label accurately reflects mid-century athletic design lineage.
- Material
- 60% cotton/40% acrylic blend that requires hand-washing to preserve the openwork ventilation channels.
- Fit
- Size medium on 6ft model is comfortably roomy; size down for closer fit.
- Ventilation
- Relaxed fit and openwork knit dissipate heat and resist cling when damp.
- Care
- Hand wash cold and lay flat to dry to prevent shrinkage and distortion.
- Pilling
- The knit may pill with friction; hand washing and air drying minimize it.
Product record
- Title
- Abel Two-Tone Knit Polo
- Brand
- Obey
- Price
- 125 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Cooling and ventilation from the openwork knit
- The openwork design creates a fabric with visible perforations rather than a solid knit, allowing convective airflow directly through the shirt — for warm-weather wear, body heat escapes instead of being trapped, actively cooling the wearer rather than just passively covering.
- The 'retro sports-style' tag traces back to mid-century athletic polos that used porous knit structures specifically for on-court cooling; this polo inherits that functional intent, making its openwork a direct descendant of legitimate athletic design rather than a surface-level fashion reference.
- A relaxed cut that stands slightly off the body generates a microclimate that the perforated knit continuously ventilates; this two-part cooling system (spacious silhouette + openwork fabric) dissipates heat more effectively than any slim-fit solid-knit polo could.
- The 60% cotton content absorbs moisture and the openwork knit lets it evaporate rapidly, while the 40% acrylic provides structural memory so the fabric doesn't stretch out or cling when damp — preserving the ventilation channels even through prolonged wear in high humidity.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a short-sleeve knit polo with a light blue open-knit torso and dark brown raglan sleeves, collar, and button placket. Visible two-button placket, ribbed hem and sleeve cuffs, and knit texture details.
- Two-tone constructionTorso is light blue while sleeves, raglan shoulder panels, collar, and button placket are dark brown, forming a clear two-tone contrast.
3 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.22 · w 0.56 · h 0.56 (high); x 0.05 · y 0.16 · w 0.45 · h 0.22 (medium); x 0.52 · y 0.16 · w 0.39 · h 0.22 (medium) - Open knit torso patternLight blue torso shows a vertical, lace-like open knit pattern with alternating narrow textured ribs running top to bottom.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.28 · w 0.48 · h 0.46 (high) - Ribbed hem and cuffsBottom hem and sleeve edges have a tighter ribbed knit in the same colors as their adjacent panels: light blue hem and dark brown sleeve cuffs.
3 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.72 · w 0.48 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.30 · w 0.30 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.30 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high) - Collar and placketDark brown flat knit polo collar with a short button placket in matching brown; two visible round buttons with a slightly glossy finish.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.09 · w 0.28 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.44 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeve knit textureDark brown sleeves display a thicker cable or textured knit different from the torso, visible particularly along the raglan seam area.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.16 · w 0.40 · h 0.28 (medium); x 0.52 · y 0.16 · w 0.38 · h 0.26 (medium) - Fit and visible portionsGarment appears worn by a model, cropped at mid-thigh; polo falls to the ribbed hem over jeans with a relaxed fit through the body.
- Visible tattoo on forearmModel right forearm shows a dark ink tattoo with curving shapes; tattoo overlaps the sleeve edge and extends downward toward the wrist.
1 region
x 0.69 · y 0.58 · w 0.17 · h 0.26 (high)
Other
Studio product shot centered on a model against a plain light grey background, soft even lighting, cropped at mid-thigh with slight shadowing and no visible props or packaging.
- Background and lightingPlain light grey background with soft even studio lighting and minimal harsh shadows.
- Shot compositionCentered vertical crop showing the model from head to mid-thigh; model facing forward with hands partially in front pockets.
- Visible clothing aside from productBlue denim jeans visible at the lower frame and worn by the model under the polo.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.78 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high) - Image qualitySharp focus on the garment and model with natural color rendering and no visible motion blur.
Colors
pastel light blue· torso#B3D3E4dark chocolate brown· sleeves and collar#432C2A- Two-tone constructionTorso is light blue while sleeves, raglan shoulder panels, collar, and button placket are dark brown, forming a clear two-tone contrast.
- 02
Product
Close-up of a two-tone short-sleeve knit polo showing a light blue openwork knit body and dark brown ribbed collar, placket, and textured short raglan sleeves with two visible buttons on the front placket.
- Body knit patternFront body panel is light blue with a vertical openwork knit pattern of repeated small eyelets and raised ribs creating a textured stripe effect.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.32 · w 0.46 · h 0.58 (high) - Sleeve constructionShort raglan sleeve in dark brown with a dense textured knit pattern of alternating raised stitches separate from the body color; sleeve ends in a narrow ribbed cuff.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.28 · w 0.44 · h 0.54 (high) - Collar and placketFold-over polo collar in dark brown with a ribbed finish; short brown placket with two visible round dark buttons set vertically.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.34 · h 0.18 (high) - ButtonsTwo round dark buttons on the placket, each with a slightly glossy finish and visible buttonholes.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.33 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.43 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high) - Raglan seam areaVisible seam line between brown sleeve and light blue body following a raglan style from collar toward underarm, with a narrow vertical band of knit texture at the join.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.28 · w 0.18 · h 0.40 (medium)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing a model from chest to head against a plain light background with soft, even lighting.
- Model and cropImage shows a left-facing model cropped at upper torso and head; the face and hair are visible and the product is worn by the model.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.48 · h 0.46 (high) - BackgroundPlain light grey to white seamless background with no visible props.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with minimal harsh shadows and gentle shading along the model's neck and sleeve.
- Image qualityHigh resolution and sharp focus on knit texture and garment details.
Colors
light sky blue· front body panel#ACD3EBdeep chocolate brown· collar, placket and sleeves#4B2C2C- Body knit patternFront body panel is light blue with a vertical openwork knit pattern of repeated small eyelets and raised ribs creating a textured stripe effect.
- 03
Product
Short-sleeve knit polo shown from a rear three-quarter view with a two-tone construction: a light blue textured back body and dark brown raglan sleeves and collar; ribbed hem and sleeve cuffs are visible.
- Back panel knit textureVertical textured knit panels in a light blue color cover the full back body; the knit has alternating narrow openwork and tighter ribbed columns creating a repeated vertical stripe effect.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.16 · w 0.50 · h 0.68 (high) - Sleeve and shoulder colorShort raglan sleeves and the shoulder yoke are in a contrasting dark brown color with a dense textured knit different from the back panel.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.18 · w 0.30 · h 0.24 (high) - Ribbed collarLow ribbed polo collar in dark brown encircles the neckline and sits flat against the neck.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.07 · w 0.30 · h 0.08 (high) - Ribbed hemWide ribbed hem in the same light blue as the back panel finishes the bottom edge of the sweater.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.78 · w 0.50 · h 0.12 (high) - Short sleeve cuffShort sleeves end in a narrow ribbed cuff in dark brown matching the sleeve color.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.34 · w 0.15 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Model photographed from a rear three-quarter angle against a plain light background with soft even lighting; lower body shows denim jeans and a visible forearm tattoo.
- Model poseMale model turned slightly to the left showing the back and left profile of the face; left arm relaxed at side with hand in pocket.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.04 · w 0.80 · h 0.92 (medium) - Visible tattooBlack linework tattoo covering the outer forearm of the model's left arm.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.52 · w 0.18 · h 0.32 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light neutral background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal shadows.
- Lower garment visibleUpper portion of blue denim jeans visible below the sweater's hem, including a back pocket seam.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.86 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
light blue· back body#ACD3E4dark brown· sleeves and collar#432D2C- Back panel knit textureVertical textured knit panels in a light blue color cover the full back body; the knit has alternating narrow openwork and tighter ribbed columns creating a repeated vertical stripe effect.
Documents & Data
Q&A
5 answered- What is the exact fiber composition (e.g., cotton, polyester, acrylic)?
- The Abel Two-Tone Knit Polo is made from a blend of 60% cotton and 40% acrylic [1][2].
- How should this polo be washed and dried?
- Hand wash cold and lay flat to dry to maintain the knit's shape and prevent shrinkage [1][3].
- Does the openwork ribbed knit make the shirt sheer or see-through, requiring an undershirt?
- The openwork ribbed knit creates a slightly open texture, which can be somewhat sheer depending on the color and lighting. For a more modest look, we recommend wearing an undershirt.
- How does the relaxed fit compare to standard sizing—should customers size down for a closer fit?
- The relaxed fit is intentionally roomy — the size medium on a 6ft model shows a comfortable, not tight, silhouette [3]. If you prefer a more fitted look, you can size down, but the design is meant to be loose.
- Is the knit prone to pilling with regular wear and washing?
- The 60% cotton, 40% acrylic blend is generally durable, but like many knits, some pilling can occur over time with friction. Hand washing and air drying help minimize pilling; we haven't seen widespread reports of excessive pilling.