The history of the polo shirt
The short-sleeved, casual top has become a staple uniform garment. It is a true fashion classic and one that is not going out of style any time soon. Where did the polo shirt come from? Here’s a little back story to one of the most iconic garments, now used regularly as promotional uniform. Where it all began The polo shirts debut was recorded in the late 19th century in Manipur, India. While British soldiers were stationed in Manipur, they witnessed a game of Polo being played and soon set up a team of their own. The sport of polo became so popular that the British Army and British tea planters in India became regular players. Consideration of thekit they were wearingto play became an issue. The traditional clothing of the time consisted of long sleeved, thick shirts made of cotton. Displeased with these uncomfortable shirts, the playersbegan to alter them and attached their collars to their shirts with buttons to stop them flailing while galloping on the field...