Paul Smith
Signature Button Placket Merino Polo Shirt
This is a long-sleeve knit polo shirt from Paul Smith, crafted from responsibly sourced 100% merino wool. It features a regular fit, a polo neck with three buttons hidden under a placket, and ribbed edging, with the brand's signature multicolor striped trim at the neck and placket. Intended as a lightweight layering or transition piece, it provides a refined knit option for casual or smart-casual wear.
- Material
- 100% merino wool
- Gender
- male
- Style
- classic, smart-casual, regular-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Specifications
A refined merino wool polo shirt with a hidden striped button placket detail, perfect for transitional weather.
Hidden button placket with striped detail, ribbed edging, long sleeves, regular fit
- Material
- 100% merino wool
- Style
- classic, smart-casual, regular-fit
- Occasion
- business-casual, everyday
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- fine knit made from responsibly sourced 100% merino wool
- regular fit
- long sleeves
- polo neck with 3 buttons hidden under a button placket
- ribbed edging on collar, cuffs, and hem
- hidden striped detail at neckline
- lightweight knit suitable for transition seasons
- refined chromatic touch
- signature button placket design
- British heritage brand Paul Smith
Product Insights
This Paul Smith merino polo shirt features a relaxed fit with a soft drape and a hidden placket revealing a signature stripe, enabling clean layering under jackets. The merino wool resists odour for multiple days of wear, but requires hand washing or dry cleaning and flat drying to preserve its structure; it also uses non-mulesed wool (84% of Paul Smith's wool products, trending toward 100%) under a Supplier Code of Conduct with RWS certification in progress.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Relaxed through the body with a soft drape from fine merino knit.
- Sizing
- Alpha sizing S–XL; size M fits 38–40 in chest.
- Washing
- Hand wash or dry clean only; machine washing damages merino.
- Drying
- Lay the polo flat on a clean towel to dry, reshaping the collar, placket, and ribbed edges while damp; hanging can cause sagging and distortion.
- Pilling
- Remove pills with a fine knitwear comb or guarded fabric shaver on a completely dry, flat garment, using gentle short passes.
- Layering
- The fully concealed three-button placket reads as a smooth, uninterrupted front under a jacket or crewneck, with no visible buttons to interrupt the line.
- Hidden stripe
- Signature stripe hidden under placket, visible only when open.
- Non-mulesed wool
- Paul Smith's AW25 production used 84% non-mulesed wool, but this specific polo's wool cannot be guaranteed non-mulesed.
- Animal welfare standards
- Merino sourcing is governed by a Supplier Code of Conduct, with RWS certification in progress.
- Odour resistance
- Merino wool resists odour for 3–4 days of wear between washes.
- Care
- Hand wash at 30°C or below using a wool-specific liquid detergent, or dry clean; lay flat to dry to preserve shape, breathability, and odour control.
- Material composition
- Made from 100% merino wool.
- Washing preparation
- Before washing, fasten the three concealed placket buttons and turn the shirt inside out to protect the striped placket interior and the smooth outer knit from friction.
- Sleeves
- Long-sleeve silhouette.
Product record
- Title
- Signature Button Placket Merino Polo Shirt
- Brand
- Paul Smith
- Price
- 450 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 10 sourcesUses
A lightweight knit for in-between weather
This lightweight merino polo works as a transition piece for days when it is too warm for a heavy sweater but too cool for a regular shirt. Stripes hidden beneath the button placket add a subtle designer touch when you want a refined, easy layer.[2]
A polished knit polo worn tucked into trousers
This long-sleeve merino knit polo is shown styled tucked into trousers — in the product photos, the hem sits inside the waistband of grey plaid trousers with a leather belt and slight blousing at the waist. It suits occasions when you want a collar and a neat, put-together silhouette, and the short button placket's multicolor inner stripe adds a visible accent at the neckline.[3,4]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Signature Button Placket Merino Polo Shirt: Choose this if you want a lightweight, fine-gauge knit polo in 100 percent responsibly sourced merino wool as a transition piece between seasons. It offers a regular fit with long sleeves, a fold-down polo collar, ribbed cuffs and hem, and Paul Smith's signature stripes hidden beneath the concealed three-button placket, available in black from small to extra large. Note that care requires hand washing, and the fine knit shows slight sheerness under studio lighting in product images.[1,2,3,5] | Pure Merino Wool Polo: Choose this for a refined long-sleeve polo in 100% merino wool, with Simons describing a soft, flowy fine knit that is comfortable and versatile in an elegant sky blue shade. It has a regular fit, ribbed collar, cuffs and hem, and a hidden button placket for clean lines, and it is offered in sizes small through extra-large. Note that the mid-weight knit is only slightly stretchy, so those wanting a looser or more relaxed drape should consider fit accordingly.[6,7] | Contrast Piping Knit Polo Shirt: Choose this if you want a relaxed-fit, short-sleeve knit polo in ivory organic cotton — it is made of 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton, which the retailer describes as ultra-soft, with a fine, smooth knit. It pairs a ribbed polo collar with hidden buttons and thin beige piping, plus ribbed edging and a wide ribbed hem band. The retailer frames the collar piping as giving the shirt a low-key sophistication for summer, and it is offered in sizes small through X-large.[8,9,10] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve black knit polo top with a classic fold-down collar, a short button placket with a visible multicolor inner stripe, ribbed sleeve cuffs, and the body tucked into the model's pants.
- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve polo-style knit top worn tucked into pants; straight torso with slight drape and minimal visible structure at the waist because it is tucked.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.60 (high) - CollarFold-down polo collar made from the same black knit; collar points lay flat and open over the top of the placket.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.04 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (high) - Button placketShort front button placket with a single visible button; inner edge of the placket shows a narrow vertical multicolor striped trim.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.10 · w 0.06 · h 0.10 (high) - Knit fabric appearanceFine-gauge knit with slight sheerness under studio lighting, showing subtle horizontal texture across the torso and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.16 · w 0.60 · h 0.38 (high) - Sleeve cuffsRibbed cuffs at the wrist area, fitted relative to the sleeve; cuffs appear same black knit as body.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.46 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (medium); x 0.70 · y 0.46 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (medium) - Hem and tuckBottom edge of the knit is tucked into the pants waistband, with slight fabric blousing at the waistline.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.52 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio model shot cropped mid-thigh, neutral light gray background, even diffuse lighting, model hands in pockets, high image quality.
- Shot compositionCropped studio image showing model from just above the head to mid-thigh, centered framing with the product as focus.
- BackgroundEven light gray background with no visible props or scenery.
- Model poseModel stands with hands in front pockets, slight three-quarter turn to viewer's right.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.34 · w 0.84 · h 0.62 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse studio lighting with minimal shadows and gentle highlights on the knit texture.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution, sharp focus on clothing details and fabric texture.
Colors
black· main body and sleeves#0E0D13multicolor stripe (yellow red green blue)· inner placket stripe- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve polo-style knit top worn tucked into pants; straight torso with slight drape and minimal visible structure at the waist because it is tucked.
- 02
Product
Male model wearing a long-sleeve black polo-style knit top with a pointed collar and ribbed cuffs, tucked into grey plaid trousers; model holds a matching grey plaid jacket in left hand and wears a black leather belt and black leather boots.
- Top silhouetteLong-sleeve knit polo with a pointed collar and a short button placket; torso of the top is worn tucked into the trousers.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.05 · w 0.48 · h 0.34 (high) - Placket detailShort front placket visible with a narrow vertical multicolor stripe trim along the inner placket edge.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.12 · w 0.04 · h 0.07 (medium) - CuffsRibbed knit cuffs at the sleeve ends, fitted at the wrist.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.33 · w 0.11 · h 0.16 (high) - Trousers fabricMid-grey trousers with a subtle plaid/check pattern and a straight tailored leg.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.34 · w 0.33 · h 0.53 (high) - BeltBlack leather belt with a rectangular metal buckle and two small square color accents near the buckle.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.44 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (medium) - Held jacketMatching grey plaid suit jacket held in the model's left hand, draped vertically with visible sleeve and button cuff detail.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.22 · h 0.39 (high) - FootwearShiny black leather ankle boots with a smooth rounded toe and low heel.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.77 · w 0.22 · h 0.19 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a cropped full-body view of a model against a plain light background. Even diffuse lighting with soft shadow beneath feet; image framed to include head to shoes, slight rightward pose.
- Shot compositionFull-body studio shot of a standing model cropped with the head partially visible and feet fully visible; model posed three-quarter right with weight on left leg.
- Background and lightingPlain light neutral background with even, diffuse lighting and soft minimal shadows under the model.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution image with clear detail and no visible motion blur.
Colors
black· polo top#0E0D13multicolor stripe· placket trim#15141Amid grey plaid· trousers and jacket#85848Ablack· belt#131116black polished· boots#0E0D13- Top silhouetteLong-sleeve knit polo with a pointed collar and a short button placket; torso of the top is worn tucked into the trousers.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve black knit polo-style top on a model, showing a short fold-over collar, raglan-like shoulder seam, long sleeves with ribbed cuffs, and a ribbed bottom hem.
- Back panelSingle-piece back panel of fine-gauge knit fabric with a smooth, slightly translucent appearance under studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.08 · w 0.72 · h 0.52 (high) - CollarShort fold-over polo-style collar in the same knit, lying flat against the neck with a clean seam at the collar base.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.04 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (high) - SleevesLong set-in sleeves in the same knit extending to ribbed cuffs; sleeves hang straight and are slightly loose at the upper arm.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.14 · w 0.23 · h 0.54 (high); x 0.69 · y 0.14 · w 0.23 · h 0.54 (high) - Ribbed hemWide ribbed bottom hem in matching knit that sits at the model's hips.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.56 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Cuff detailNarrow ribbed cuffs at sleeve ends, visibly tighter than the sleeve body.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.58 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.69 · y 0.58 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (high) - Knit textureFine, even knit texture visible across the garment with slight sheerness where stretched across the shoulders.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.12 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high) - No visible logos or printed textNo brand logos, labels, or printed text are visible on the exterior rear of the garment.
Other
Studio shot of a model from the rear against a plain light background; even lighting with soft shadowing, image cropped at mid-thigh, showing the model wearing gray pants under the garment.
- Shot compositionRear-facing model centered in frame, image cropped at mid-thigh so lower legs are not visible.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray to white gradient background with even, soft studio lighting that casts minimal shadows.
- Supporting clothingModel wears gray patterned trousers that are visible below the shirt hem; trousers are not part of the product framing.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.66 · w 0.64 · h 0.32 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-focused image with no motion blur or compression artifacts visible.
Colors
black· body#0E0D13- Back panelSingle-piece back panel of fine-gauge knit fabric with a smooth, slightly translucent appearance under studio lighting.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Paul Smith
Men's Navy Merino Wool Knitted Long-Sleeve Polo Shirt
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4617501 | Signature Button Placket Merino Polo Shirt - Black - Small | CA$450.00 | Yes |
| 4617502 | Signature Button Placket Merino Polo Shirt - Black - Medium | CA$450.00 | Yes |
| 4617503 | Signature Button Placket Merino Polo Shirt - Black - Large | CA$450.00 | Yes |
| 4617504 | Signature Button Placket Merino Polo Shirt - Black - X-Large | CA$450.00 | Yes |