Polo Ralph Lauren
Embroidered Rider Zip-Neck Sweatshirt
This is a long-sleeve, quarter-zip sweatshirt from Polo Ralph Lauren at Le 31, featuring a high mock neck, a small embroidered rider logo on the chest, ribbed cuffs and hem, and a relaxed fit with dropped shoulders. Made from thick cotton jersey with a velvety feel, it has a slightly heathered beige/tan finish and a contrasting grey inner collar lining.
- Material
- cotton jersey
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- casual, preppy
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear
Color
Specifications
Zip-neck sweatshirt with embroidered rider logo and velvety cotton jersey.
Thick cotton jersey with velvety feel, embroidered logo, zipped high neck, ribbed trim.
- Material
- cotton jersey
- Style
- casual, preppy
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear
Additional Attributes
- embroidered rider logo
- zipped high neck
- finely ribbed trim
- thick cotton jersey with velvety feel
Product Insights
Polo Ralph Lauren's Embroidered Rider Zip-Neck Sweatshirt (175 CAD, in stock) carries a heritage symbol: the rider logo, hand-drawn by Tracy Mews, debuted as a cuff detail in 1971, moved to the left chest in 1972, and remains an aspirational emblem. The logo is directly embroidered into the fabric, not a sewn-on patch. The piece is curated for Simons' Le 31 boutique, referencing the store's original 1840 address. It offers a partial quarter-zip for neckline adjustment and a structured drape that resists stretching, with finely ribbed trim. To preserve its shape, wash inside out on cold delicate cycle without fabric softener, air dry inside out (never tumble dry), and fold instead of hanging. Cold pre-wash stabilizes the blend against 2–5% shrinkage. The core tradeoff: maintaining the structured drape requires meticulous care.
Verified claims
- Logo history
- Hand-drawn by Tracy Mews, the rider logo debuted as a cuff detail in 1971, moved to the left chest in 1972 and remains an aspirational symbol.
- Curation
- Le 31 tag indicates selection for Simons' curated boutique for contemporary labels.
- Heritage
- Le 31 name refers to Simons' original store address at 31 Côte de la Fabrique, founded 1840.
- Fit and drape
- Size medium fits standard at the hip; structured drape resists stretching.
- Neckline adjustment
- Partial quarter-zip allows adjusting from a high neck to a relaxed V-neckline.
- Care
- To preserve the structured drape, wash inside out on cold and air dry without tumbling.
- Washing
- Wash inside out on cold delicate cycle without fabric softener.
- Drying
- Air dry inside out; never tumble dry.
- Storage
- Fold instead of hanging to maintain shape.
- Ribbing
- Finely ribbed trim resists stretching; proper care maintains shape.
- Embroidery method
- Rider logo is directly embroidered into the fabric, not a sewn-on patch.
- Shrinkage
- A cold-water pre-wash helps stabilize the cotton jersey against the 2–5% first-wash shrinkage typical of 100% cotton jersey.
- Fabric hand feel
- The sweatshirt is made from thick cotton jersey with a velvety feel.
Product record
- Title
- Embroidered Rider Zip-Neck Sweatshirt
- Brand
- Polo Ralph Lauren
- Price
- 175 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 7 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Embroidered Rider Zip-Neck Sweatshirt: Choose this if you want a thick cotton jersey zip-neck sweatshirt with a velvety feel, a zipped high mock neck, and a small embroidered rider logo on the chest. Its finely ribbed trim, hem, and cuffs, plus a relaxed silhouette with slightly dropped shoulders, suit casual everyday wear, and it comes in beige from size small to extra large. Note the fabric is a cotton-viscose-nylon blend (69% cotton, 29% viscose, 2% nylon) rather than pure cotton, and the relaxed fit descriptors come from product images rather than stated fit specifications.[1,2] | Two-Tone Insert Zip-Neck Sweatshirt: Choose this if you want a Polo Ralph Lauren zip-neck layer with a distinctive look: a zipped high neck with foldover collar, a two-tone herringbone chevron insert across the chest, an embroidered rider logo, and finely ribbed trim, cuffs, and hem. It is cut as a long-sleeve pullover with a straight hem and slightly dropped shoulders, made from thick, structured jersey in a blend of 59% cotton and 41% recycled polyester. It comes in White in sizes from small to extra-large, so it suits shoppers who want a clean white knit with subtle green-and-navy detailing rather than a bold logo piece.[3,4] | Zip-Up Mock-Neck Jersey Sweater: Choose this if you want a classic-fit quarter-zip mock-neck layer in a soft, thick cotton-blend jersey (69% cotton, 29% viscose, 2% nylon) with ribbed cuffs and hem. It suits wearers who like understated branding — a small navy embroidered polo rider on the left chest — plus details like a metal zipper pull and a contrasting light grey inner collar. It comes in Mint/Pistachio Green and Baby Blue in sizes SMALL through X-LARGE; note it is a pullover-style layering piece with only a short front zip, so it is not a full-front opening.[5,6,7] |
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Front-facing tan/beige quarter-zip sweatshirt laid flat; mock neck with short vertical zipper, ribbed hem and cuffs, and a small dark embroidered logo on the chest.
- Overall silhouetteFlat-lay front view of a long-sleeve pullover with a relaxed rectangular body, slightly dropped shoulders, and long tapered sleeves ending in ribbed cuffs.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.76 (high) - Neck and closureHigh mock neck with a short vertical quarter-zip placket; zipper pull is visible at the top of the placket.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Collar lining and labelInner collar shows a contrasting light grey fabric and a sewn label panel visible inside the back of the neck.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.06 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high) - Chest embroiderySmall dark embroidered motif located on the wearer's left chest area.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.24 · w 0.04 · h 0.05 (high) - Hem and cuffsVisible ribbed band at the bottom hem and matching ribbed cuffs at sleeve ends.
3 regions
x 0.21 · y 0.76 · w 0.58 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.68 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.69 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (high) - Shoulder seamsVisible curved shoulder seam lines running from neck toward sleeve tops.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric surfaceFine knit or sweatshirt fleece appearance with a slightly heathered texture in the tan/beige color.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.22 · w 0.52 · h 0.52 (high)
Other
Product photographed flat against a neutral light grey background with soft shadow below; centered composition with even studio lighting.
- Background and stagingEven light grey studio background that contrasts with the garment; faint soft shadow visible beneath the hem.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionCentered flat-lay crop showing the full front of the sweatshirt with even margins on all sides.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffused studio lighting with minimal harsh highlights and a subtle shadow under the lower edge of the garment.
Colors
tan beige· body#C1A286light grey· inner collar lining#EDEDEDdark brown· embroidered logo- Overall silhouetteFlat-lay front view of a long-sleeve pullover with a relaxed rectangular body, slightly dropped shoulders, and long tapered sleeves ending in ribbed cuffs.
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4624406 | Embroidered Rider Zip-Neck Sweatshirt - Beige - Small | CA$175.00 | Yes |
| 4624407 | Embroidered Rider Zip-Neck Sweatshirt - Beige - Medium | CA$175.00 | Yes |
| 4624408 | Embroidered Rider Zip-Neck Sweatshirt - Beige - Large | CA$175.00 | Yes |
| 4624409 | Embroidered Rider Zip-Neck Sweatshirt - Beige - X-Large | CA$175.00 | Yes |