The great return of the knit polo shirt for men!

For several seasons now, men's summer wardrobe has been moving away from overly minimalist silhouettes in favor of more texture and character. In this evolution, the knit polo has established itself as a must-have piece: more sophisticated than a simple t-shirt, more relaxed than a shirt, it is the ideal piece to have in your wardrobe this summer!

For the 2026 season, The Nines unveils two models inspired by the vintage Mediterranean wardrobe: the knit polo Nazaré and the crochet polo Sagres: discover them in this article!

The knit polo: back to basics while staying elegant

Popularized in the 50s to 70s by Italian style and the Mediterranean Riviera, the knit polo is making a comeback today with a more contemporary approach: clean cuts, breathable fabrics and natural, easy-to-wear color palettes.

Unlike the classic piqué polo with its very sportswear register, the knit polo brings more sophistication thanks to:

. its richer texture;

. its fluid drape;

. its natural comfort;

. its more dressed-up look.

It is the ideal piece for putting together light summer outfits suited to every occasion.

Nazaré: the minimalist knit polo

The Nazaré model reimagines the retro polo in a understated and easy-to-style version. With its open collar and textured knit, it evokes the summer silhouettes of the 60s while remaining in line with current trends.

Its strength lies in its versatility: it can be worn just as easily with pleated trousers, light chinos or pale jeans, depending on the look you are going for.

For this season, we have chosen to offer the Nazaré polo in four colors: navy blue, sand, sky blue, hazelnut.

Sagres: crochet texture at the heart of summer

More visually bold, the Sagres model relies on an open-knit crochet weave that immediately adds texture to an outfit.

Inspired by 70s polos, it retains an elegant silhouette and an airy texture, making it particularly pleasant to wear during intense heat.

Crochet is winning people over today for several reasons:

. its breathability;

. its artisanal quality;

. its ability to add character to even the simplest outfit.

The Sagres polo is offered this season in three colors: ecru, hazelnut and pink, bolder but particularly popular in summer.

The pink in particular adds a touch of modernity to the model while remaining easy to incorporate when paired with neutral tones.

A new approach to summer fashion

With the Nazaré and Sagres polos, The Nines offers two complementary visions of the summer polo:

. one more minimalist and versatile;

. the other more textured and expressive.

These models also reflect a broader evolution in menswear: garments designed to be elegant and comfortable.

The knit polo thus becomes a true alternative to the summer shirt: it structures a silhouette while maintaining a feeling of lightness, essential during the warmer months.