A polo shirt sits in the gap between a T-shirt and a proper shirt, which is why it is the default uniform for shops, hospitality, trades and golf clubs across Europe. Fruit of the Loom makes several piqué polos, and the real decision is fabric: 100 % cotton for feel, or a 65/35 polyester-cotton blend for colour fastness and easy care. This guide compares them and tells you what to pay in 2026.
Fruit of the Loom's main polos are the Premium Polo (63-218) in 100 % cotton piqué at approx. 180 g/m², and the 65/35 Polo (63-402) in a polyester-cotton blend that holds colour and shape through heavy washing. Both have a ribbed collar, three-button placket and a regular fit that matches the brand's T-shirt sizing. Cheapest verified price: the Original polo at €10.95 incl. VAT at Marmalade Co., with €7 DHL shipping and delivery in 2–3 business days.
All Fruit of the Loom polos are piqué knits — the small waffle-like texture that gives a polo its characteristic look and makes it more breathable than flat jersey. The European catalogue centres on two fabrics and a few fit variants:
The Premium Polo is knitted from 100 % cotton at approx. 180 g/m². It has the softest hand of the range, a ribbed collar and cuffs, a three-button placket with reinforced neck tape and side vents at the hem. Being pure cotton it breathes well and feels most like a "proper" polo, which makes it the choice for customer-facing staff, gifts and anyone wearing it for comfort rather than as a uniform.
The 65/35 Polo uses 65 % polyester / 35 % cotton piqué at a similar weight. The polyester share makes it more colour-fast, quicker to dry, less prone to shrinking and better at keeping its shape after hundreds of washes. That is why it dominates in workwear: warehouses, cleaning companies, catering and trade uniforms that get washed at 60 °C every week.
Retailers also stock an "Original" polo — the everyday cotton-rich version sold, for example, by Marmalade Co. at €10.95 — and Lady-Fit polos with a shaped waist and shorter sleeves for women. Sizing and construction otherwise follow the main models.
| Model | Fabric | Weight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium Polo (63-218) | 100 % cotton piqué | approx. 180 g/m² | Comfort, customer-facing staff, gifts |
| 65/35 Polo (63-402) | 65 % polyester / 35 % cotton piqué | approx. 180 g/m² | Workwear, frequent hot washing, colour fastness |
| Original Polo | Cotton-rich piqué | approx. 180 g/m² | Everyday wear, budget uniforms |
| Lady-Fit Polo | Cotton or blend piqué | approx. 180 g/m² | Fitted women's cut |
Marmalade Co. sells the Fruit of the Loom Original polo from €10.95 with quantity discounts, a price guarantee and DHL delivery in 2–3 business days.
See polo shirts at Marmalade Co. →On European marketplaces and print-on-demand sites a blank Fruit of the Loom polo typically lists at €13–20, with the 100 % cotton Premium at the upper end. The cheapest verified consumer price we have found is at Marmalade Co., an official Fruit of the Loom retailer that buys directly from the factory in Morocco and ships from Denmark:
A price guarantee covers identical products found cheaper elsewhere. For a broader retailer comparison see where Fruit of the Loom is cheapest in Europe.
Fruit of the Loom polos use the same regular-fit size chart as the brand's T-shirts. The ribbed collar and placket add a little structure, so the polo looks slightly slimmer than a T-shirt in the same size without actually being tighter. If you like a polo to sit close to the body, stay with your usual size; for a relaxed fit or if you are between sizes, go one up.
| Size | Chest (cm) |
|---|---|
| S | 89–94 |
| M | 95–100 |
| L | 101–106 |
| XL | 107–112 |
| 2XL | 113–118 |
| 3XL | 119–124 |
Lady-Fit polos run smaller and are cut for a shaped waist; check the women's chart in the Fruit of the Loom size guide before ordering for a mixed team.
The polo is the most embroidered garment in corporate wear, and piqué is well suited to it: the textured knit hides needle holes and the collar frames a left-chest logo neatly. Typical placements are the left chest (logo, 8–10 cm wide), the sleeve (a small secondary mark) and, less often, the upper back. Embroidery costs more per unit than print but lasts the life of the garment and looks more professional on a uniform. Transfer or screen printing is cheaper for large runs and works well on the 65/35 blend. Our workwear with logo guide compares the costs per employee.
The ribbed collar is the first thing to age on a cheap polo. To keep it flat and firm: wash at 30–40 °C (the 65/35 blend tolerates 60 °C when needed), button the top button before washing so the placket does not twist, air dry on a hanger or tumble on low, and iron the collar flat from the underside while it is slightly damp. Avoid wringing the collar and never dry a cotton polo on a hot cycle.
Polos, T-shirts and sweatshirts for work or everyday — compare the full Fruit of the Loom men's range at the lowest verified prices in Europe.
See the men's range →The 65/35 Polo (63-402). Its 65 % polyester / 35 % cotton piqué holds colour through hot washes, dries quickly, resists shrinking and rarely needs ironing, which matters when a uniform is washed every week. The 100 % cotton Premium Polo feels softer but ages faster under that kind of use.
Expect €13–20 for a blank polo at most European retailers. The cheapest verified option is Marmalade Co. at €10.95 incl. VAT for the Original polo, with 5–10 % quantity discounts from three pieces and €7 DHL shipping with delivery in 2–3 business days to Ireland and most EU countries.
Yes. The Premium Polo (63-218) is 100 % cotton piqué at approx. 180 g/m², with a ribbed collar and cuffs and a three-button placket. It is the softest and most breathable polo in the range, and the one to choose when comfort and a smarter look matter more than easy care.
Yes, the men's and unisex polos use the same regular-fit chart: S 89–94 cm chest, M 95–100 cm, L 101–106 cm, XL 107–112 cm. The collar and placket make them look slightly slimmer, but the body is the same. Lady-Fit polos are cut smaller with a shaped waist.
Yes, and they are among the most embroidered garments in Europe. The piqué texture hides needle holes and a left-chest logo of 8–10 cm looks neat under the collar. Both the 100 % cotton and the 65/35 fabric embroider well; for transfer printing the blend's more stable surface is slightly easier.
