Versace
Beaded Signature Collar Polo Shirt
CA$1,100.00CAD
In Stock
This is a Versace Beaded Signature Collar Polo Shirt, a luxury short-sleeve polo made from 100% piqué cotton in a regular fit. It features a ribbed three-button polo collar with the Versace signature embroidered in glass beads, and metal Medusa-embossed buttons. The shirt is made in Italy and suitable for casual or semi-formal wear.
- Material
- 100% piqué cotton
- Style
- casual, smart-casual, classic, regular-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Black
Size
LARGE
Specifications
Luxurious piqué cotton polo shirt with Versace signature at collar in embroidered glass beads and Medusa logo buttons.
Regular fit, ribbed 3-button collar, embroidered glass beads at collar, metal buttons with embossed Medusa logo.
- Material
- 100% piqué cotton
- Style
- casual, smart-casual, classic, regular-fit
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- 100% piqué cotton
- regular fit
- ribbed 3-button polo collar
- embroidered glass beads at collar
- metal buttons with embossed Medusa logo
- made in Italy
- delicate embroidery
- luxurious fabric
- casual yet elegant style
Product Insights
The Beaded Signature Collar Polo Shirt by Versace is a $1,100 CAD entry into the brand's beaded styles, featuring hand-embroidered glass beads on piqué cotton, brass-plated Medusa buttons, and a Made in Italy construction. Its regular fit is more tailored than American cuts (size up for a looser silhouette), while the structured knit resists pilling and stretches for a non-cling fit. The main tradeoffs are fragile dry-clean-only care for the beaded collar and moderate vulnerability to snagging, but the medium-weight breathable fabric suits moderate climates.
Verified claims
- Cleaning
- Dry cleaning is the only fully safe cleaning method for the beaded collar.
- Snagging
- Hand-embroidered glass beads are secure but vulnerable to snagging.
- Made in Italy
- Manufactured exclusively in Italy per Donatella’s 2019 directive.
- Craftsmanship
- Hand-embroidered glass beads and brass-plated Medusa buttons on piqué cotton.
- Fit
- Versace’s regular fit is slightly more tailored than standard American cuts.
- Breathability
- Air pockets circulate air; medium weight suits moderate climates.
- Structure
- Structured knit prevents cling and stretches for fit.
- Durability
- Resists pilling and restores crispness with medium-iron heat.
- Pricing
- At $1,100 CAD (~$800 USD), this polo is Versace's entry beaded style, 15% above standard logo polos.
- Sizing
- Buyers report the regular fit is more tailored than American cuts; size up for a looser silhouette.
Product record
- Title
- Beaded Signature Collar Polo Shirt
- Brand
- Versace
- Price
- 1100 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
What Made in Italy means for this polo
- According to luxury resellers, Versace's menswear line is manufactured exclusively in Italy, so this polo is part of a category-wide commitment that treats men's clothing with the same country-of-origin care as the brand's tailored runway pieces.
- Versace's creative director stated publicly that the brand manufactures 'all our articles in Italy, including t-shirts,' so when this polo's collar says 'Made in Italy' it reflects a top-down directive to keep even casual basics within the Italian supply chain rather than outsourcing to lower-cost countries.
- Versace's leadership has called Made in Italy production 'a very important asset on which prospective growth may rely considerably,' signaling that the brand's future investments, including plans for new shoe and bag factories, are tied directly to Italian craftsmanship—a buyer wearing this polo is supporting that long-term commitment.
- While some Versace items carry only an 'Imported' tag—which can mask production in Bulgaria, Albania, or Romania—this polo explicitly reads 'Made in Italy,' removing ambiguity and guaranteeing it was produced in a country with strict luxury-goods manufacturing standards.
What the price buys among designer polos
- The standard cotton piqué polo with embroidered logo retails for $695 USD on the Versace site, so the beaded collar version at approximately $800 USD (1,100 CAD) costs only about 15% more while adding hand-embroidered glass beads and Medusa metal buttons — a comparatively small premium for a hand-finished detail in the luxury market.
- Another Versace beaded-collar polo with a jacquard pattern and half-zip construction appears at $1,255 USD, indicating that within the brand’s own beaded lineup this particular polo occupies a more attainable position — it delivers the signature beaded detail without the price tag of the most ornate variations.
- A Valentino wool polo sells for $1,850 USD, illustrating that crossing the $1,000 threshold in luxury polos typically requires premium fibers; this Versace stays accessible by pairing cotton piqué with focused, handcrafted bead embellishment instead of fabric exclusivity.
- The crystal-embroidered collar polo also retails at roughly the same price band — £640 (about $800 USD) — demonstrating that beadwork, whether glass or crystal, defines Versace’s ~$800 tier for embellished polo shirts and makes the beaded collar a comparable value proposition within the brand’s embellishment hierarchy.
Piqué cotton feel and everyday care
- Piqué cotton's raised honeycomb surface is formed by tuck stitches that trap small air pockets inside the fabric, which passively circulate air between the shirt and the skin—this means the polo stays noticeably cooler and drier in warm conditions than a smooth jersey knit of the same weight.
- The dense, raised surface of piqué cotton is inherently more resistant to the friction pills that plague smooth knits, so the fabric face stays uniform and clean-looking over repeated wears and washes—essential for maintaining the polished appearance of a beaded collar focal point.
- Because piqué's raised geometry gives it more body than flat jersey, a 100% cotton piqué polo naturally stands away from the torso and keeps its shape through a full day of wear—this is what gives the regular-fit cut its crisp, deliberate silhouette rather than a relaxed t-shirt drape.
- Piqué cotton is resilient enough to tolerate medium-heat ironing to restore a crisp placket and collar line without permanently flattening the signature waffle texture, so the polo can be refreshed to its sharpest state after cleaning—a practical advantage for those who value a razor-sharp collar presentation.
- 100% cotton piqué derives its stretch from the looped knit construction, not elastane, giving range-of-motion ease during activity while maintaining recovery that prevents the elbows and hem from bagging out—critical for a luxury polo that's expected to hold its shape season after season.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a black short-sleeve polo shirt with a three-button placket and a collar decorated with gold beaded text reading VERSACE. The shirt has a boxy, slightly cropped silhouette and a fine textured knit surface.
- Overall silhouetteBoxy, slightly cropped short-sleeve polo cut with a straight hem that falls near the model's waist.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.08 · w 0.88 · h 0.68 (high) - Sleeve styleShort sleeves with narrow folded hems ending above the elbow on the model's right arm and slightly higher on the left due to pose.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.28 · w 0.34 · h 0.22 (high) - Placket and buttonsThree-button placket at center front with visible round buttons; placket is narrow and lies flat against the chest.
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.10 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high) - Collar constructionFlat polo collar with a visible narrow collar band; right collar tip shows decorative beading.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.03 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (high) - Fabric textureFine knit texture consistent with a piqued or similar polo knit; surface appears matte with subtle visible knit structure.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.48 (medium) - Collar text (beaded)“VERSACE”
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.04 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing a male model cropped at the mouth and thighs, hands in pockets, with visible tattoos on the right forearm; plain white background and soft even lighting.
- Model crop and poseModel is shown from just below the nose to the upper thighs, standing with hands in pockets and torso slightly angled to the viewer's left.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.96 · h 1.00 (high) - Visible tattoosMultiple black-ink tattoos on the model's right forearm including a winged figure, moon shapes, and script text.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.36 · w 0.26 · h 0.40 (high) - Background and lightingPlain white background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal shadows around the model.
- Lower garment visibleLight-colored, textured trousers with visible pleats and the model's hands inserted into pockets; trousers are not part of the photographed polo product.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.68 · w 0.76 · h 0.30 (high)
Colors
deep black· shirt body#0E0C0Fmetallic gold· collar beading- Overall silhouetteBoxy, slightly cropped short-sleeve polo cut with a straight hem that falls near the model's waist.
- 02
Product
Close-up of the upper front of a black textured polo shirt showing the collar, placket with three metal buttons, buttonholes, and a beaded 'VERSACE' text on the collar tip.
- Collar shape and constructionFolded polo collar with a pointed collar tip visible on the right shoulder area; collar sits flat against the chest.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.10 · w 0.40 · h 0.22 (high) - Collar text embroidery/beading“Beaded or metallic stitched text reading VERSACE along the outer edge of the collar tip.”
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.14 · w 0.24 · h 0.16 (high) - Placket and button arrangementThree-button placket with vertical buttonholes; placket is narrow and stitched into the shirt front.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.40 (high) - Buttons detailCircular metal buttons with a raised circular motif or design on each button surface.
3 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.33 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.20 · y 0.45 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.20 · y 0.57 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high) - Fabric textureBlack textured piquA(c)-style knit with visible small raised pattern across the shirt front.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.34 · w 0.90 · h 0.62 (high) - Buttonhole stitchingVertical buttonholes with visible stitched edges; one top buttonhole is open showing inner placket.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.27 · w 0.09 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Image shows a cropped model upper torso and face against a plain light background with studio lighting; slight shadowing at shirt folds.
- Model cropping and poseCropped view of a model showing lower face, jawline, neck, and upper chest; head turned slightly to viewer left.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.50 · h 0.38 (high) - Background and lightingEven, neutral light gray background with soft studio lighting and minimal shadows.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution product photograph with sharp detail on fabric texture and hardware.
Colors
deep black· main fabric#0E0D12metallic silver· buttons and collar beading- Collar shape and constructionFolded polo collar with a pointed collar tip visible on the right shoulder area; collar sits flat against the chest.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a black short-sleeve polo shirt on a model, showing the back panel, short sleeves, and a fold-over collar with visible stitch hems and a subtle textured knit.
- Overall shapeStraight, relaxed-fit short-sleeve polo with a slightly curved hem at the back, covering the model's waist and upper hips.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.82 (high) - Collar constructionFold-over polo collar in the same black fabric, sitting flat against the back neck with a visible topstitched seam along the collar base.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.02 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeve detailsShort sleeves with single-row topstitching at the hem; sleeves end above the elbow and have a relaxed, slightly boxy cut.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.34 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.18 · w 0.34 · h 0.24 (high) - Fabric textureFine textured knit visible across the back panel, appearing matte with slight surface grain typical of a piqued or structured knit.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.14 · w 0.60 · h 0.56 (medium) - Hem stitchingVisible single-row topstitch along the bottom hem creating a neat finished edge.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.78 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio rear-shot of a model wearing the shirt against a plain white background; model's arms with tattoos and off-white trousers are visible. Even, high-key lighting with minimal shadows.
- View and compositionRear-facing view of the product on a standing model, centered in frame and cropped slightly above the neck and below the hip.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model tattoosVisible tattoos on both forearms and a partial sleeve tattoo on the left forearm; these are on the model and not part of the garment.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.56 · w 0.20 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.75 · y 0.46 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (high) - Background and lightingUniform white studio background with soft, even lighting and a faint shadow beneath the shirt hem.
- Visible non-product clothingOff-white, slightly crinkled trousers visible at the bottom of the frame worn by the model and not part of the listed product.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.80 · w 0.64 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
black· shirt body#0D0C0F- Overall shapeStraight, relaxed-fit short-sleeve polo with a slightly curved hem at the back, covering the model's waist and upper hips.
Documents & Data
Q&A
5 answered- Can the shirt be machine washed, or is dry cleaning recommended for the beaded collar?
- We recommend dry cleaning to protect the delicate glass beads. Machine washing may risk damaging the embroidery. If you must machine wash, use a gentle cycle in a mesh bag, but dry cleaning is safest.
- Is the fit comparable to standard American sizing, or does Versace run small/large?
- Versace's regular fit is generally true to size, but some customers find it slightly more tailored than standard American cuts. We suggest ordering your usual size and referring to the size chart if available.
- What metal is used for the Medusa logo buttons—are they brass, silver, or plated?
- The metal used for the Medusa logo buttons is not specified in the product details. Typically, Versace uses brass with a plated finish (gold or silver tone). The exact composition is not provided.
- Is the piqué cotton a heavier or lighter weight fabric suitable for year-round wear?
- Piqué cotton is a medium-weight fabric, offering structure and breathability. It's suitable for spring, fall, and mild summer temperatures, but may be too warm for hot, humid days.
- Are the glass beads securely attached, or is there a risk of them snagging on other clothing?
- The glass beads are embroidered by hand and are securely attached. However, as with any beaded garment, we recommend avoiding contact with rough surfaces to prevent snagging.