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 | How can I stay cool, but keep a pulled together Ralph Lauren look?
Come the summer months, there is nothing more classic than a Ralph Lauren polo shirt. It is both lightweight enough to keep you cool and tough enough for the season’s activities like sailing. For the perfect warm weather ensemble, try a Big Pony polo paired with lightweight and breezy seersucker slacks and add a nautical themed belt for an extra touch.
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 | What is the significance of the number on Big Pony polos?
The embroidered number on Big Pony pieces traces its heritage to the traditional uniform of professional polo players. The players are assigned a position, which is designated by the numbers from one to four and displayed on team jerseys during a match. The player in position number three is usually the most experienced player on the team. The player in position number four is responsible for defending the team’s goal. This season, we’re proud to introduce a limited edition Big Pony polo with “5” on the sleeve, inspired by the first American public polo match staged in Brooklyn in 1878. The match featured five players per side, versus the contemporary game that has four per side. Designed to capture the spirit of these unique five-player teams, this new edition continues the tradition of excellence and quality in the Big Pony collection.
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 | What is always smart and stylish with jeans?
Denim is the modern man’s de facto uniform, lending itself to both rugged-casual looks and the dark, dressy styles of urban denizens. If you’re investing in new jeans, demonstrate their versatility with these wearable looks: Smarten up by pairing dark indigo jeans with a white oxford and narrow navy tie. For a more colorful approach, replace the oxford with a gingham shirt in baby blue. Go preppy with a medium-wash straight leg, seersucker blazer, pink or white oxford and madras tie and brown loafers (no socks). For casual weekends, nothing beats the comfort of a soft cashmere hoodie over a colorful tee with washed, worn-in jeans.
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 | How do I choose which denim wash to wear?
With seemingly no limit to the variety of denim, it’s best to settle on two or three washes that work with your lifestyle. Dressy, dark washes pair perfectly with a fine-gauge cashmere V-neck or with a tie and blazer. Though white jeans may seem too avant-garde, consider that what looks good with the darkest denim usually works with white—such as a crisp navy polo with a subtle sheen or a blue sport shirt. Save denim with heavy distressing or staining for weekends or casual evenings. These styles, in faded medium-blue washes, will work with everything from a hoodie to an oxford.
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 | What are some authentic elements I should look for in quality denim?
There are a number of varying elements to consider when choosing premium denim: fabric weight, unique stain and resin treatments, and artfully-placed distressing. Look for 100% ringspun cotton, which gives the yarn a slight twist, adding dimension to its wash. Double stitching on the front and back rise gives extra security to those areas and maintains the jean’s structure. Whiskering, abrasions and resin treatments at the knee or thigh provide unique 3-D effects. The ultimate fabrication is selvage denim, which has a clean, white edge at the interior seam and is woven on antique shuttle looms instead of today’s modern equipment, which gives the denim its irregularities.
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 | How can I take cashmere from day into night?
While cashmere’s quality makes it a refined choice for day or night, there are several ways to style a cashmere outfit for distinctly casual and dressy looks. For day, relax with a cashmere turtleneck over jeans or chinos, and in the evening, smarten up with a tailored jacket in deeply hued suede. For more formal events, a cashmere crewneck can be paired with wool flannel pants and a sport coat. Leather accessories, like a calfskin belt or loafers will finish the look.
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