Striped-sleeve ribbed polo product image (primary)
Long-sleeve ribbed polo in an off-white color with a fold-over collar and short button placket, ribbed cuffs, embroidered blue laurel logo on the left chest, and two-tone stripes (teal and royal blue) on both upper sleeves.

Fred Perry

Striped-Sleeve Ribbed Polo

CA$29.95CAD
Out of Stock

This is a long-sleeve polo shirt from Fred Perry's Le 31 line, featuring a two-button polo collar, a blue embroidered laurel wreath logo, and contrasting teal and royal blue stripes on the sleeves. It is made from a thick, textured 100% cotton ribbed jersey that provides a structured fit and is suitable for smart-casual wear. The classic twin-tipped design has a loyal following, though buyers should note that the cotton rib knit is prone to shrinking if machine-dried.

Material
100% cotton
Gender
unisex
Style
casual, classic, preppy
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Color

Specifications

Classic Fred Perry polo shirt with colorful striped sleeves and ribbed cotton jersey.

Two-button placket, embroidered logo, striped sleeves, ribbed cotton fabric

Material
100% cotton
Style
casual, classic, preppy
Occasion
everyday, casual
Gender
unisex
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Additional Attributes

  • Embroidered laurel wreath logo
  • Two-button polo collar
  • Colourful dual stripes on sleeves
  • Thick, textured 100% cotton ribbed jersey
  • Ribbed texture
  • Short sleeves
  • Polo silhouette

Product Insights

This Fred Perry striped-sleeve ribbed polo marries 1960s twin-tip subcultural heritage with modern durability: the ribbed cotton jersey resists bagging, the embroidered laurel wreath won't crack, and the structured collar enables smart-casual layering under jackets. However, tradeoffs include required air-drying to prevent shrinkage, a longer waist designed for tucking that may not suit shorter torsos, and an unintended far-right cultural association reported by buyers.

Verified claims

Twin tipping
Stripes: 1960s twin-tip lineage, subcultural authenticity.
Laurel wreath
Laurel wreath: 70-year heritage, durable embroidered construction.
Ribbed knit
Ribbed cotton jersey echoes 1960s-70s mod revival knitwear.
Durability
Ribbed stitch resists bagging; embroidered logo won't crack or peel.
Styling
Structured collar and heft enable smart-casual layering under jackets.
Care
Air-dry recommended to prevent shrinkage.
Layering
Thick ribbed jersey layers smoothly under denim jackets and blazers.
Style versatility
Works for both mod-inspired and smart-casual styling.
Visual accents
Contrasting teal and royal blue sleeve stripes and the embroidered laurel wreath provide built-in visual accents.
Fit
Ribbed knit provides shape memory and a regular fit; the roughly 27-inch shoulder-to-hem length may ride up on longer torsos, so those buyers may prefer tucking.
Sizing
Size Large chest measures 42 inches and runs true to size; shoulder-to-hem is about 27 inches (size medium), which may require tucking for longer torsos.
Fabric
The 100% cotton ribbed knit with 2% spandex resists bagging, drapes cleanly, but machine drying shrinks it significantly.
Value
At $99.95, the polo uses heavier ribbed cotton than typical Ralph Lauren and Lacoste polos in the same $90–$110 price range.
Considerations
Air-drying is recommended to prevent shrinkage; the regular-length cut may ride up on longer torsos, so tucking is preferable for them.
Collar/placket
The polo has a two-button placket and a structured collar that balances the casual ribbed texture.

Product record

Title
Striped-Sleeve Ribbed Polo
Brand
Fred Perry
Price
200 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

3 images
Striped-sleeve ribbed polo product image (primary)
01

Product

Long-sleeve ribbed polo in an off-white color with a fold-over collar and short button placket, ribbed cuffs, embroidered blue laurel logo on the left chest, and two-tone stripes (teal and royal blue) on both upper sleeves.

  • Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve polo with a relaxed, slightly boxy torso, dropped shoulder seam and a gently curved hem; shirt appears mid-weight and hangs straight from the chest.
  • Collar and placketFold-over polo collar in the same ribbed fabric as the body with a short hidden button placket extending down from the collar.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.16 · w 0.22 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Ribbed knit textureFine vertical ribbed knit visible across the body and sleeves, giving a textured surface rather than smooth jersey.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.24 · w 0.44 · h 0.60 (medium)
  • Left-chest embroidered logoSmall embroidered laurel-wreath style logo in blue located on the left chest.
    1 regionx 0.45 · y 0.26 · w 0.07 · h 0.07 (high)
  • Upper sleeve stripes - right sleeveUpper arm has a three-band motif: a medium-width teal stripe above a narrow white stripe, followed by a wider royal blue band below.
    1 regionx 0.57 · y 0.34 · w 0.33 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Upper sleeve stripes - left sleeveMatching stripe sequence visible on the left sleeve: teal stripe, narrow white stripe, then royal blue band placed around the upper forearm.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.44 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high)
  • CuffsRibbed sleeve cuffs in the same off-white color as the body, fitted at the wrist.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.66 · w 0.20 · h 0.15 (medium); x 0.72 · y 0.66 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (medium)
  • Hem detailStraight-stitched, slightly curved hem with a narrow band finish in the same ribbed fabric.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.72 · w 0.45 · h 0.14 (medium)

Other

Studio product shot showing a model wearing the polo against a plain white background with even soft lighting and minimal shadows; image crop includes model from head to upper thighs, right hand in pocket.

  • Shot compositionThree-quarter view of a model turned slightly to their left showing most of the front and both sleeves; cropped at upper thighs.
  • Background and lightingSeamless white background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal harsh shadows.
  • Model presenceMale model visible wearing the product; right hand partially in pocket and left hand hanging by side.
    2 regionsx 0.02 · y 0.66 · w 0.18 · h 0.25 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.70 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-focused image with clear texture details and color separation.

Colors

off-white· body#F1F1F1teal green· upper sleeve stripe (teal)royal blue· upper sleeve stripe (royal blue)#0C2C73logo blue· embroidered logo
Striped-sleeve ribbed polo product image 2
02

Product

Close-up of the upper front of a white ribbed knit polo showing the collar, partial placket, embroidered laurel logo on the left chest, and color-blocked stripes on the right sleeve.

  • Collar and placketFolded ribbed polo collar in the same white knit as the body with a short front placket; two buttonholes visible but no buttons are fastened.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.40 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Body materialWhite textured knit fabric with a fine waffle or puckered knit visible across the chest and shoulder.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.60 · h 0.52 (high)
  • Left chest logoSmall embroidered laurel-wreath emblem in blue located on the left chest.
    1 regionx 0.46 · y 0.34 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Right sleeve stripe detailTwo horizontal color bands on the visible sleeve: a narrower green band above a wider royal blue band, each separated from the white sleeve by raised white ribbed trim.
    1 regionx 0.66 · y 0.54 · w 0.28 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Sleeve knit continuityThe sleeve uses the same white knit texture as the body; color bands are knit inserts rather than printed panels.
    1 regionx 0.62 · y 0.50 · w 0.32 · h 0.38 (medium)

Other

Studio portrait crop showing model from chest up against a plain white background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows.

  • Model framingThree-quarter frontal crop of a model showing head, neck, and upper torso; model is slightly turned toward the camera.
    1 regionx 0.04 · y 0.02 · w 0.56 · h 0.46 (high)
  • Background and lightingPlain bright white background with soft, even studio lighting producing minimal shadows and neutral color rendering.
  • Image crop and compositionImage is tightly cropped to emphasize upper garment detail; lower torso and full arms are cropped out.

Colors

white· main body and collar#D3D3CDteal green· upper sleeve bandroyal blue· lower sleeve band#036C73royal blue· embroidered laurel logo
Striped-sleeve ribbed polo product image 3
03

Product

Rear view of a long-sleeve ribbed knit polo worn by a model. White body with contrasting horizontal sleeve bands in teal and bright blue and a small fabric loop at the upper back yoke.

  • Back body materialWhite ribbed knit fabric covering the back panel with visible vertical rib texture and a straight hem.
    1 regionx 0.11 · y 0.18 · w 0.78 · h 0.64 (high)
  • Upper back yoke and seamHorizontal yoke seam across the upper back creating a shallow curved panel; seam visible just below the collar.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.11 · w 0.76 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Fabric loop at yokeSmall fabric loop centered on the upper back yoke showing alternating blue and white stripes.
    1 regionx 0.45 · y 0.13 · w 0.05 · h 0.03 (high)
  • Collar constructionFolded polo-style collar in the same white ribbed knit as the body with a visible collar fold line.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.03 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Right sleeve stripe setThree horizontal bands near the upper arm: a narrow white rib band, a medium teal-green band, and a wider white spacer above a bright blue band on the lower upper arm.
    1 regionx 0.62 · y 0.33 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Left sleeve stripe setMirror of the right sleeve: stacked horizontal bands with teal and bright blue separated by white ribbed lines, visible on the left sleeve near the elbow.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.33 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Sleeve cuffsWhite ribbed cuffs at the wrists, slightly narrower than the sleeve body and matching the fabric texture of the hem and collar.
    2 regionsx 0.64 · y 0.72 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.06 · y 0.70 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (medium)

Other

Studio rear-angled shot of a model against a plain white background with even soft lighting. Model is turned slightly to the right showing the garment back and right profile of the head; pale yellow pants are visible below the hem.

  • Shot compositionStudio photograph showing the model from the upper thighs to above the head, framed centrally with the model turned slightly to the right.
  • Background and lightingEven, high-key plain white background with soft diffuse lighting and minimal shadows.
  • Visible prop (pants)Pale yellow pants worn by the model visible from the waist to upper thighs; not part of the analyzed product.
    1 regionx 0.23 · y 0.79 · w 0.54 · h 0.17 (high)
  • Model poseModel stands with right arm relaxed and hand visible near the hip, head turned to the right showing right profile.

Colors

white· body#F1F1F1teal green· upper sleeve stripe (teal)royal blue· lower sleeve stripe (blue)navy and white (striped)· yoke loop

Variants

3 SKUs
All variants of Striped-Sleeve Ribbed Polo
SKUTitlePriceAvail
4532402Striped-Sleeve Ribbed Polo - White - LargeCA$99.95CA$200.00Yes
4532403Striped-Sleeve Ribbed Polo - White - X-LargeCA$99.95CA$200.00Yes
4532404Striped-Sleeve Ribbed Polo - White - Xx-LargeCA$99.95CA$200.00Yes

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Reddit Insights

3 threads · r/malefashionadvice, r/mensfashionadvice

Reddit users are divided on Fred Perry striped-sleeve polos, appreciating the classic design and fit but criticizing high prices, shrinkage, and controversial associations.

mixed sentiment90% match

Positive comments praise the iconic twin-tipped look and flattering fit; negative comments highlight overpricing, occasional quality issues, and unwanted cultural ties to the Proud Boys.

Themes

Classic Design & Fitpositive
Quality & Durabilitymixed
Price/Valuenegative
Cultural Associationsnegative

Use Cases

  • Smart-casual everyday wear
  • Subculture fashion (mod, skinhead styles)

Watch Out For

mediumProne to shrinkage in the dryer
highControversial association with Proud Boys/white nationalists
lowOverpriced at full retail; better to buy on sale or find alternatives
mediumFit may be unflattering for some body types (long waist, short sleeves)

Compared To

vs Ralph Lauren

Some users prefer Ralph Lauren for perceived higher quality, while others favor Fred Perry's unique design and slimmer fit.

vs Lacoste

Lacoste is compared as an alternative, but some report it warps after washing, whereas Fred Perry may have better fit.

vs John Smedley

Suggested as a superior, higher-quality alternative to Fred Perry, especially for knitwear.

Source Threads

  • Story of a Fred Perry polo shrinking dramatically in the dryer

    This happened when I was 17. Got my first proper paycheck and brought myself a cherry red Fred Perry. Put it through the wash for the first time and then my dad without my knowledge dumped it all in the dryer. Basically turned it into a sports bra. I was just genuinely so gutted!

    u/[deleted]r/malefashionadviceView thread →

  • Critique of Fred Perry polo fit and comparison to Ralph Lauren/Lacoste

    Never heard of Fred Perry before today, but man it’s ugly. Terrible sleeve length and fitment, and too long in the waist, and that’s on their model. Gonna fit super weird on me personally. RL and Lacoste both look solid, the RL being a slightly slimmer fit, with Lacoste being a bit more athletic. Both good choices.

    u/BuckTheStallionr/mensfashionadviceView thread →

  • Praise for Fred Perry fit, durability, and suggestion to buy on sale or consider Smedley

    Don't pay retail for them. It's probably the best fitting and most flattering pique polo there is, they last forever, and the laurel is iconic and subtle. Besides the classic M12 (twin tipped polo shirt), their knitwear is pretty decent. Because of their association to various subcultures and music scenes, they also have somewhat of streed cred. Polos (especially american ones) are safe and boring. Not so much for Fred Perry. But for the last decade, they've hiked their prices, beyond what's reasonable IMO. Especially for their more limited collections, I'd suggest Smedley as an alternative.

    u/MrEclecticr/malefashionadviceView thread →

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/sweatshirts-hoodies/patterns/striped-sleeve-ribbed-polo--5717-26104?colourId=0
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