What is the chest measurement for size LARGE?

For size LARGE, the chest measurement is approximately 40-42 inches (102-107 cm) based on Versace's standard sizing for slim-fit polos.

Can this polo shirt be machine washed, or does it require dry cleaning?

We recommend dry cleaning this polo shirt to preserve the openwork knit and gold-tone zipper pull. While the material is 100% cotton, the openwork construction is delicate, and machine washing may cause distortion or damage.

How does the openwork knit hold up over repeated wear? Is it prone to snagging?

Openwork knits, like the one on this polo, are inherently more delicate and can be prone to snagging if caught on sharp objects. With careful handling and proper storage, the fabric should hold up well over time, but we advise avoiding rough contact.

Are the Greca bands made of a different material (e.g., metallic thread) or are they just a pattern knit into the cotton?

The Greca side bands are knit into the openwork cotton fabric, not a separate material. They are a pattern created through the knitting process, so they are the same 100% cotton as the rest of the shirt.

Is the fit intended to be worn layered over a T-shirt, or is it a standalone piece?

This polo has a slim fit and the openwork knit is designed to be worn as a standalone piece. However, you can layer it over a thin T-shirt or undershirt if desired, but the openwork stripes may show through, which could affect the intended look.

Versace

Greca Bands Openwork Zip-Up Polo Shirt

CA$1,900.00CAD

In Stock

This Versace polo shirt is a slim-fit, short-sleeve top made from openwork 100% cotton knit. It features a zippered polo collar with a gold-toned pull, Greca pattern side bands, an embroidered patch pocket at the chest, and ribbed edging. Designed for casual and smart-casual wear, it is made in Italy.

Material: 100% cotton
Gender: male
Style: casual, slim-fit, smart-casual
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Color

Off White

Size

LARGE

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Specifications

Luxurious openwork cotton polo shirt with Greca pattern side bands and zip-up collar.

Openwork knit, zip-up collar with golden pull, embroidered pocket, Greca side bands, slim fit, ribbed edging.

Material: 100% cotton
Style: casual, slim-fit, smart-casual
Gender: male
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Additional Attributes

Openwork stripes provide a retro look
Zip-up collar with golden pull tab
Embroidered patch pocket at chest
Side bands in Greca pattern positioned like suspenders
Slim fit silhouette
Luxurious 100% cotton openwork knit fabric
Ribbed edging for a polished finish
Signature tab on collar
Made in Italy for superior craftsmanship
City chic style for urban sophistication

Product Insights

Versace's Greca Bands Openwork Zip-Up Polo Shirt is a 100% cotton luxury polo where the brand's signature Greca pattern—a house code since 1988 symbolizing infinity—is knit directly into the openwork fabric rather than applied, offering a seamless integral design. At 1900 CAD, it makes a bold monogram statement to rival luxury peers, but the delicate openwork knit is prone to snagging on sharp objects, requiring dry cleaning and careful storage to preserve its gold-tone zipper pull and structured shape. Ideal for layering or wearing alone, it balances iconic Versace heritage with the tradeoff of fragility.

Verified claims

Design heritage: Greca pattern debuted in 1988 as a tribute to Greek key motifs.
Brand commitment: Versace bets on La Greca as a core monogram to rival luxury peers.
Greca pattern: Greca bands are knit directly into the 100% cotton openwork fabric.
Symbolism: Greca bands symbolize infinity and are a Versace pillar since 1988.
Pattern integration: Greca side bands are knit into the openwork cotton fabric, not applied.
Cleaning: Dry cleaning preserves the openwork knit and gold-tone zipper pull.
Delicacy: Openwork knit is delicate and prone to snagging on sharp objects.
Snagging: Openwork knit construction is inherently delicate and prone to snagging.
Durability: Openwork knit is prone to snagging if caught on sharp objects.
Care: Versace recommends dry cleaning; store folded to avoid stretching.
Brand heritage: Greca pattern is a Versace house code since 1988, symbolizing infinity.
Chest measurement: Size LARGE chest measures 40–42 inches (102–107 cm).
Integral knit: Greca side bands are knit directly into the 100% cotton openwork fabric, not separate appliqués.
Layering: Can be worn alone or with a thin T-shirt.

Product record

Title: Greca Bands Openwork Zip-Up Polo Shirt
Brand: Versace
Price: 1900 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

Wear and care for the openwork knit

Storing the polo folded rather than hung eliminates the slow gravitational pull that can stretch the openwork yarns and distort the Greca motif, preserving the slim silhouette that defines the garment's city-chic aesthetic between wears.
Turning the polo inside out before submerging it in water, as Versace's cotton care instructions direct, protects the gold-tone zipper pull from scuffing and the embroidered chest pocket from friction, keeping the hardware brilliant and the stitching intact through repeated washes.

The heritage behind the Greca pattern

The Greca motif first entered Versace's design vocabulary in 1988 as Gianni Versace's homage to the Greek key patterns of his native Calabria — making the side bands on this polo a direct carrier of a 35+ year house code that predates the contemporary 3D La Greca reimagining by decades.
Versace's parent company Capri Holdings has designated La Greca as a core pattern intended to rival the monogram strategies of Louis Vuitton and Gucci, with CEO John Idol stating it is expected 'to change the trajectory of the company significantly' — so this polo's Greca bands are worn as a flagbearer of the house's most deliberate identity bet in decades.
Donatella Versace's declaration that La Greca is 'Very Versace' and will become 'a loved and iconic symbol of the house' signals that the motif is a permanent, intentional pillar of the brand's identity — meaning this polo's side bands are not a seasonal experiment but a stamp of the chief creative officer's vision for the house's future.
The Greek key that forms La Greca is an ancient symbol of infinity and unity, historically associated with the eternal flow of the Maeander River — embedding this pattern on the polo's side bands infuses the garment with a classical architectural subtext of continuity and harmony.

Image Analysis

3 images

01: Product
Short-sleeve, zip-up polo with pointed collar made from a cream openwork knit showing vertical perforated ribs, two vertical dark patterned bands on the front, a left chest patch pocket with visible 'VERSACE' text, and a short metal zipper with a round gold-colored pull.
Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve polo shirt with a pointed foldover collar and a straight hem, worn untucked at the waist.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.06 · w 0.82 · h 0.75 (high)
Fabric textureOpenwork knit fabric with closely spaced vertical perforated ribs creating a semi-sheer striped effect across the body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.60 (high)
Vertical decorative bandsTwo dark vertical patterned bands run down the front from shoulder to hem; each band consists of a narrow geometric motif in a contrasting dark color.
2 regions
x 0.19 · y 0.14 · w 0.08 · h 0.57 (high); x 0.63 · y 0.14 · w 0.08 · h 0.57 (high)
Collar and zipperPointed polo collar in the same cream color with a centered short zip placket; the metal zipper ends at chest level and has a round gold-colored medallion pull.
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.06 · w 0.38 · h 0.18 (high)
Left chest pocketSmall patch pocket on the left chest in matching knit with a visible rectangular top edge and the printed text 'VERSACE' aligned horizontally on the pocket.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.28 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high)
Chest pocket text“VERSACE”
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.30 · w 0.06 · h 0.04 (high)
Sleeve finishShort sleeves finish with a folded or ribbed cuff in the same cream color and knit as the body.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.27 · w 0.22 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.28 · w 0.19 · h 0.13 (high)
Other
Image shows a cropped model from neck to hips against a plain white background; model wears black jeans and has visible forearm tattoos and a hand in right front pocket; lighting is even with soft shadows.
Model crop and poseModel is shown from just below the chin to the hips with the right hand placed in the front right pocket of the pants and the left arm hanging alongside the body.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Visible tattoosMultiple black-ink tattoos are visible on the model's right forearm and inner elbow area.
1 region
x 0.69 · y 0.43 · w 0.19 · h 0.27 (high)
Pants and stitchingModel wears black denim-style pants with prominent yellow-contrast topstitching visible on pockets, waistband, and fly area.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.66 · w 0.68 · h 0.32 (high)
Background and lightingPlain light gray to white seamless background with even studio lighting and soft minimal shadows around the model.
Colors
cream· body knitdark charcoal· vertical bandsgold metallic· zipper pull#EBB593black· pocket text
02: Product
Cream openwork short-sleeve knit polo with vertical ribbed openwork, folded collar, a short center zipper with a round gold pull, a chest patch pocket with printed 'VERSACE', and narrow black patterned vertical bands on the shoulder and pocket area.
CollarFolded flat knit polo collar in the same cream knit as the body, with a short placket below.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.17 · w 0.41 · h 0.18 (high)
Center zipper and pullShort vertical zipper at the placket with a visible round gold metal pull that sits at the top of the placket.
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.27 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (high)
Openwork knit patternVertical openwork ribbed knit across the body and sleeve consisting of alternating narrow solid ribs and open perforated rows in a cream yarn.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.28 · w 0.62 · h 0.62 (high)
Chest patch pocketRectangular patch pocket on the left chest made from the same knit with a plain cream header band at the top where text is printed.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.51 · w 0.21 · h 0.17 (high)
Printed text on pocket“VERSACE”
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.49 · w 0.16 · h 0.06 (high)
Decorative vertical bandsNarrow vertical twin bands with a repeating black geometric motif run from the shoulder down alongside the pocket area and continue below the pocket.
2 regions
x 0.63 · y 0.28 · w 0.09 · h 0.65 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.60 · w 0.06 · h 0.22 (high)
Short sleeve hemShort sleeve ending in a folded knit cuff in cream matching the collar and placket.
1 region
x 0.70 · y 0.66 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high)
Visible model neckline and jawLeft side of the model's lower face, neck and ear visible; garment worn on a model shown from chest up.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.01 · w 0.38 · h 0.52 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing the upper torso and left arm of a model against a plain light background; visible forearm tattoo and soft directional lighting with mild shadowing.
Shot compositionCropped studio image showing the model from upper chest to just above the ear, centered on the garment's left chest area.
BackgroundEven light neutral background, free of props or texture.
Forearm tattooBlack script tattoo on the visible inner forearm reading Amen in cursive style and additional small motif near the elbow.
1 region
x 0.79 · y 0.78 · w 0.20 · h 0.17 (high)
Lighting and shadowSoft, even lighting from the front-left creating gentle shadows under the collar and around the zipper area.
Colors
cream· main body and collarblack· decorative bands and printed textwarm gold· zipper pull#DDAC84
03: Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve knit polo shirt in a light cream color with a vertical openwork rib knit; features a knit polo collar, ribbed sleeve cuffs, and a ribbed hem band.
Overall shapeRear torso view of a short-sleeve polo-style top fitting close to the body with a straight hem across the lower back.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.06 · w 0.72 · h 0.66 (high)
Knit patternVertical openwork ribbing across the entire back and sleeves consisting of alternating narrow perforated vertical stripes and solid ribbed columns, producing a semi-sheer appearance.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.08 · w 0.68 · h 0.58 (high)
Sleeve cuffsShort sleeves end in a wide, solid ribbed cuff that is not perforated and sits above the elbow.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.28 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.28 · w 0.16 · h 0.20 (high)
CollarFlat knit polo collar in the same cream color, without visible buttons from the rear view.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.04 · w 0.36 · h 0.08 (high)
Hem bandSolid ribbed hem band matching the sleeve cuffs and collar, creating a clean finish at the waistline.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.68 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high)
Material appearanceLightweight knit with visible skin-tone showing faintly through the openwork ribs, giving a semi-transparent effect.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (medium)
Other
Studio rear product shot on a white background showing a model wearing black jeans and visible arm tattoos; even lighting and minor shadowing at lower edges.
Viewing anglePhotograph taken from behind the model showing the full rear of the shirt from upper shoulders to the waistline.
Model and propsMale model visible from the neck down to the hips wearing black pants; visible tattoos on both forearms and a hand resting at the left side.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.54 · w 0.28 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.40 · w 0.28 · h 0.38 (high)
Pants visibleBlack jeans with contrast yellow stitching on back pockets visible below the shirt hem.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.72 · w 0.56 · h 0.26 (high)
Background and lightingUniform white studio background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadowing around the model's lower body.
Image qualityHigh-resolution product photograph with clear focus on knit texture and visible skin tones through openwork.
Colors
cream· body and sleeves#D4CCC3

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Q&A

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What is the chest measurement for size LARGE?: For size LARGE, the chest measurement is approximately 40-42 inches (102-107 cm) based on Versace's standard sizing for slim-fit polos.
Can this polo shirt be machine washed, or does it require dry cleaning?: We recommend dry cleaning this polo shirt to preserve the openwork knit and gold-tone zipper pull. While the material is 100% cotton, the openwork construction is delicate, and machine washing may cause distortion or damage.
How does the openwork knit hold up over repeated wear? Is it prone to snagging?: Openwork knits, like the one on this polo, are inherently more delicate and can be prone to snagging if caught on sharp objects. With careful handling and proper storage, the fabric should hold up well over time, but we advise avoiding rough contact.
Are the Greca bands made of a different material (e.g., metallic thread) or are they just a pattern knit into the cotton?: The Greca side bands are knit into the openwork cotton fabric, not a separate material. They are a pattern created through the knitting process, so they are the same 100% cotton as the rest of the shirt.
Is the fit intended to be worn layered over a T-shirt, or is it a standalone piece?: This polo has a slim fit and the openwork knit is designed to be worn as a standalone piece. However, you can layer it over a thin T-shirt or undershirt if desired, but the openwork stripes may show through, which could affect the intended look.

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/men-designer/sweaters/greca-bands-openwork-zip-up-polo-shirt--21948-1598352?colourId=0
Updated: July 31, 2026