Everyone has them, we all wear them, and, chances are, we own several different types. What exactly is this item? Well, its a shirt. Whether its a polo shirt, a t-shirt, or even a fun bowling shirt, the shirt is very popular. Theyve been around for a very long time, and modern versions have been in existence since the early 1900s.
Many types of shirts are in existence today. One of the most popular is the polo shirt.
Polo shirts are typically thought to be named for designer Ralph Lauren, whose Polo line is quite popular. However, that is not so. The polo shirt is a knitted, pullover-style, sport shirt that features a rolled collar and bottoms at the neck.
They are usually made from 100% cotton. You can find them in other varieties of knot such as Pique, Interlock, and Lisle.
Similar to the standard polo shirt is the rugby style. It looks much like a polo, however buttons can be replaced by a zipper and broad stripes are usually present in the shirts design.
Another popular design is the T-shirt. The T-shirt came to be in the early 20 th century, and since has become a wardrobe staple.
The American T-Shirt began during WWI when troops...