Product Overview
The Fruit of the Loom Heavyweight 65/35 Polo is a robust choice for those who require a garment that can withstand the rigours of a demanding working day. This isn't a delicate piece of fashion; it is a substantial, heavyweight polo shirt engineered for longevity and professional presentation. With its classic three-button placket and self-coloured buttons, it offers a clean, uniform appearance suitable for a wide variety of industries, from healthcare to heavy engineering.
Key Features
- Reinforced shoulder seams: Single-needle stitching at the shoulders provides additional strength, ensuring the garment maintains its structural integrity even when you are active.
- Taped neckline: This feature enhances wearer comfort by covering raw seams, preventing irritation during long shifts.
- Ribbed flat-knit collar and cuffs: These are designed to hold their shape, preventing the 'curled' look that often plagues lower-quality alternatives.
- Three-button fused placket: Provides a traditional, professional aesthetic with self-coloured buttons for a cohesive finish.
Design & Performance
Constructed from a 65% polyester and 35% cotton blend, this polo shirt is the definition of easy-care workwear. The polyester provides essential durability and colour retention, while the cotton ensures the fabric remains breathable and comfortable against the skin. As a substantial heavyweight fabric, it offers a sense of quality and protection that lighter garments simply cannot match. While it is built to be hard-wearing, the fabric remains soft to the touch, making it a practical choice for all-day wear. The inclusion of Oeko-Tex Standard 100 accreditation also ensures the fabric has been tested for harmful substances, providing peace of mind for the wearer.
Customisation: Print & Embroidery
This heavyweight polo is an ideal canvas for customisation. Its dense weave and substantial weight make it particularly well-suited for embroidery. We recommend embroidery for a sophisticated, professional look, especially for company logos or staff names, as the fabric can easily support the weight of the stitching without puckering. If your branding requires a larger, more vibrant graphic, this garment also takes print exceptionally well. Our in-house team in Telford, who have been perfecting this craft since 1976, will ensure your branding is applied with precision and care.
Use Cases
Given its durable nature and professional appearance, this polo is highly versatile. It is a staple for the hospitality and healthcare sectors where frequent laundering is necessary. It is also a preferred choice for tradespeople who need a shirt that won't fail them on-site, as well as for corporate events where a unified, smart-casual appearance is required. Because it is available in a wide size range up to 3XL, it is an excellent option for outfitting entire diverse teams.
Why MyWorkwear
At MyWorkwear, we have been providing high-quality custom clothing since 1976. Based in Telford, we pride ourselves on our technical expertise and our commitment to delivering professional-grade results. We understand that your workwear is an extension of your brand, and we use our decades of experience to ensure every stitch and print meets our exacting standards.
Practical Advice
This polo is designed with a classic fit. If you are between sizes or prefer a more relaxed feel for physical work, you may wish to consider the larger option. Its heavyweight nature makes it an excellent layering piece; it sits comfortably under a sweatshirt or jacket during the colder months without adding unnecessary bulk, yet remains substantial enough to be worn on its own when the temperature rises.
Caring for your product
To ensure your garment and custom branding remain in peak condition, we recommend a domestic machine wash at 40°C. While the fabric is engineered for high performance, washing at this temperature helps to maintain the vibrancy of the dyes and the integrity of the embroidered or printed logo.
Do not use bleach on this garment. Bleach will break down the synthetic fibres in the polyester blend and cause the colours to fade prematurely, compromising the professional look of your uniform.
We advise against tumble drying. High heat can cause the fabric to shrink slightly and may damage the adhesive used in printed designs. Instead, allow the polo to air dry naturally to preserve its shape.
If ironing is necessary, use a cool setting (one dot). Avoid ironing directly over any printed areas, as the heat will cause the design to peel or smudge. Use a cool iron to gently remove creases and keep the collar looking sharp.
Do not dry clean this polo. The harsh chemicals used in the dry-cleaning process are unnecessary for this easy-care blend and could negatively affect the customisation.
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