Product Overview
This men's short sleeve knitted polo is constructed with 100% combed cotton and a dense yet ventilated knit structure. Unlike lightweight summer polos, the garment uses a 290g finished weight to provide controlled drape, opacity, and surface stability while maintaining airflow through engineered stitch geometry.
The heavier knit body gives the polo a more defined silhouette and improved resistance to wrinkling, making it suitable for collections where structure and appearance consistency are required alongside breathability.
Design & Construction
The garment is produced using full-fashioned knitting, with the neckline, body panels, and shoulder shaping formed directly on the knitting machine. This method reduces seam stress and helps maintain dimensional accuracy, particularly important in heavier cotton constructions.
A fine-gauge pineapple / honeycomb stitch structure is applied across the body. The three-dimensional surface creates internal air channels that support physical ventilation without relying on lightweight yarns or open mesh. This allows the fabric to remain breathable while retaining substance and shape.
The polo features a buttonless open V-neck, integrated into the knit structure. Combined with the garment's weight, the neckline holds its form naturally without added reinforcement. Sleeves and hem are finished with higher-density rib knitting to counter vertical stretch and support long-term shape retention.
Customization Options
- Cotton quality selection and yarn refinement, including functional or blended cotton options
- Stitch density and gauge adjustment (commonly 12G–14G)
- Pantone-based color development
- Optional placket or collar structure modification
- Private label services including woven labels, care labels, and packaging
Production & Order Information
Item |
Details |
|---|---|
| MOQ | 100–200 pcs / style |
| Sample Lead Time | 7–10 days |
| Bulk Lead Time | 30–35 days |
| Trade Terms | FOB (Ningbo / Shanghai), L/C |
| Service Type | OEM / ODM |





FAQ
Q: How does this polo remain breathable at a heavier weight?
A: Breathability is achieved through stitch structure rather than reduced fabric mass. The three-dimensional knit creates airflow channels while keeping the fabric dense.
Q: Is full-fashioned knitting necessary for heavyweight cotton polos?
A: Yes. In heavier cotton weights, full-fashioned construction helps prevent neckline deformation and shoulder stress that can occur with cut-and-sew methods.
Q: Can the same structure be repeated across future orders?
A: The knitting program and stitch parameters are fixed, allowing consistent reproduction of fabric texture and garment dimensions.
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