Polo Shirts
Custom Embroidered Polo Shirts for Staff, Uniform and Brand Programmes
A custom embroidered polo is a piqué polo with the logo stitched into the chest or sleeve before the garment is sewn. We embroider on cut panels over backing so the knit does not pucker, then build the polo with a flat-knit collar knitted to order and an interfaced placket.
Specification
- Fabric
- Piqué mesh, 4-way or 6-way
- Weight
- 200–260 GSM
- Consumption
- ≈ 0.28–0.38 kg / piece
- Decoration
- Chest embroidery & sleeve prints
- Collar
- Flat-knit; plain, tipped or jacquard
- Placket
- Fusible interlining, 2 or 3 buttons
Key takeaways
- Embroidery is the standard for uniform logos on polos.
- Logos are stitched on cut panels before sewing, so placement is accurate.
- A backing stabilises the knit so the design does not pucker.
- Collars are knitted to order to match brand colours.
- Every polo ships with collar stays and a spare button.
An embroidered polo is the default uniform for hospitality, retail, trades and corporate teams. The logo is the part everyone sees, so placement and stitch quality matter as much as the shirt. Here is how we make custom embroidered polos within our polo shirt range.
What makes a good embroidered polo shirt
Embroidery has to lie flat. Knit fabric stretches, and without a stable backing a logo puckers, so we stitch over water-soluble or non-woven backing. Embroidering cut panels before sewing puts the logo in the same spot on every size.
The shirt has to be worth the logo too. Piqué at 200–260 GSM, a collar knitted to order and an interfaced placket keep the polo looking sharp through a working week. Collar tipping and thread colours are matched to your brand standards.
Our print vs embroidery guide explains when each method fits.
Construction details
From our polo bill of materials:
- Body: 4-way or 6-way piqué, 200–260 GSM (≈ 0.28–0.38 kg per piece).
- Collar and cuffs are flat-knit on flat machines and knitted to order, in plain, tipped or jacquard.
- A fusible interlining is fused inside the placket, which is folded and finished before buttonholing.
- Buttons are 2 or 3 in resin, shell or urea (11.5 mm / 18L), sewn with high-tenacity polyester, with one spare at the care label.
- Back-neck binding and side-slit reinforcement tapes.
- Packing is collar stays (butterfly insert or paper collar strip), polybag and hangtag.
Customisation options
| Option | Choices |
|---|---|
| Fabric | 4-way or 6-way piqué, 200–260 GSM |
| Logo position | Left chest, sleeve, back neck (by artwork) |
| Decoration | Chest embroidery, sleeve prints |
| Collar | Plain, tipped or jacquard |
| Buttons | 2 or 3; resin, shell or urea |
| Labels | Main, care, size labels |
How we make it
Embroidered polos follow our eight-stage manufacturing process:
- Pre-production: logo size, placement and thread colours are approved on a sample.
- Spreading & cutting: panels are cut and bundled by size.
- Print & embroidery: logos are stitched onto cut panels over backing.
- Sewing and inspection & needle detection: assembly, then inspection and 100% needle detection.
Working from your own design or ours? See OEM vs ODM. For a collar-led look, see tipped collar polo shirts. For schools, see school polo shirts.
Before you sample
Send a vector logo, thread colour references, the logo size for each garment size and the placement measured from the shoulder point or centre front. Clear placement notes keep a left-chest logo in the same spot from XS to 3XL.
Final thoughts
The logo sells the uniform, but the polo carries it. Specify piqué weight, collar colours and logo placement up front, approve a sample, and embroidery on cut panels does the rest. MOQ, pricing and lead time are confirmed with your quote.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Why embroider a polo instead of printing it?
Embroidery looks premium and holds up to repeated washing, which is why it is the most common choice for uniform polos. Printing is often used for larger artwork, such as a sleeve or back print.
Will embroidery pucker on piqué?
Knit fabric stretches, so we stitch over a backing (water-soluble film or non-woven interlining) that holds the fabric steady during embroidery.
Can I combine embroidery and print on one polo?
Yes. A common uniform combination is an embroidered chest logo with a printed sleeve or back.
What artwork do you need?
A vector logo with colour references, size and placement. Our tech pack builder helps you record placement and thread colours.
RFQ · Tech pack or brief welcome