Dappered | In Review: Spier & Mackay Brogue Cap Toe Balmoral Dress Shoes

[Dappered | In Review: Spier & Mackay Brogue Cap Toe Balmoral Dress Shoes]() --------------------------------------------------------------- - [In Review: Spier & Mackay Brogue Cap Toe Balmoral Dress Shoes](#1) - [Steal Alert: Amazon Essentials and Goodthreads Puffer Jackets for $35](#2) - [Polopalooza: The Best Looking Affordable Polos of 2021](#3) [In Review: Spier & Mackay Brogue Cap Toe Balmoral Dress Shoes](r/Dappered/~3/7a8YbXX1QIw/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email) Posted: 27 Apr 2021 03:00 AM PDT Heads up: Buying via our links may result in us getting a commission. Also, we take your privacy rights seriously. Head [here]( to learn more. [Spier & Mackay Brogue Cap-Toe Balmorals in Dark Brown – $248]( About the Author: Adam Terry is a thirtysomething salesman in the HVAC and hydronics industry. He enjoys bourbon, boots, sneakers, raw denim, and working on his dad bod father figure. Spier & Mackay, one of my favorite brands featured here on Dappered, recently released their new brogue cap-toe Balmorals. After [reviewing their more formal plain cap-toes back in the Fall](, I knew I had to check out this new design. S&M regularly lands on Dappered’s “Best of” and “Most Wanted” lists, as they’re among the best brands that deliver well-made dress clothing while sticking to a budget. While many of us have relaxed our day-to-day clothes to be more comfortable, some of us [still want to wear]( (or need to wear) more formal styles for work including suits, sport coats/blazers, slacks, and dress shoes. Let’s take a quick look at Spier’s new brogue cap-toe Oxfords and see how they stack up! [Spier & Mackay Brogue Cap-Toe Balmorals in Dark Brown]( No faux burnishing and a formal leaning silhouette. The Adam Review Scale of Excellence (A.R.S.E.) - 5 – Excellent! No issues and highly recommended. - 4 – Good. Above average, but not perfect. - 3 – Average. Minor issues, might be good at the right price. - 2 – Fair. Below average due to defects, flaws, or imperfections. - 1 – Poor. Significant issues, not worth purchasing at any price. Direct sunlight brings out the red undertones. Details - Brand: Spier & Mackay - Style: Brogued Cap-Toe Balmorals - Size: 10.5 D US (~44 EU) - Last: N/A - Construction: 270° Goodyear Flat Welt - Upper: Full grain box calf leather from Weinheimer (Germany) - Lining: Calf leather - Sole: Open channel leather sole with a nailed leather and rubber combo heel - Details: Blind eyelets, vegetable tanned leather insole, and cork filled midsole - Extras: One shoe bag and a plastic shoe horn - Country of Origin: Portugal - Price: $248 USD [Spier & Mackay Brogue Cap-Toe Balmorals in Dark Brown]( Clean broguing and stitching. Ordering/Delivery/Returns My pair of dark brown Balmorals was ordered on a Monday and they arrived on my doorstep that Friday via UPS Ground. I was actually surprised that my pair arrived so quickly, seeing as how they shipped from The Great White North of Ontario, Canada. Five business days is the standard, so no complaints here. FYI: Spier & Mackay offers a simple 30-day return policy for all regular priced items in good condition. If it’s your first pair of shoes or sport coat/suit, the return or exchange is totally free. Note that only USA and Canada orders are eligible for the free returns and exchanges. Score: 5/5 Stars – Easy ordering and a helpful 30-day return policy. [Spier & Mackay Brogue Cap-Toe Balmorals in Dark Brown]( Simple box that contains the shoes, plastic shoe horn, and one large shoe bag. Packaging/Unboxing My pair arrived in a clean, simply branded recycled cardboard box. It’s not the most magnificent unboxing experience or anything, but it’s completely serviceable. Inside the box I found a classic sized, plastic tortoiseshell shoe horn and a single, lonely cotton/flax shoe bag that’s large enough for the pair. While I do prefer individual shoe bags so that the shoes don’t dent and ding each other, one shoe bag is better than nothing. I would love to see an extra pair of laces included at this price point. Score: 4/5 Stars – Throw in some spare laces and another shoe bag, please! First Impressions Fresh out of the box, I’m a BIG fan of this dark brown, almost burgundy color that Spier used for these gorgeous Balmorals. It’s super versatile and I can see these being worn with various shades of blues, greys, and even lighter browns. There’s no faux burnishing like a lot of other brands use, but there’s a bit of depth to the color dye job without looking too plain. This German calf leather from Weinheimer has a tight grain structure, so creasing over the years should remain fairly crisp. The quarter brogue style is well executed with accurately punched holes, even stitching throughout, and a lovely little toe puff underneath the plain toe to help give it some character without going full semi-brogue like the Allen Edmonds Strand. [Spier & Mackay Brogue Cap-Toe Balmorals in Dark Brown]( Classic toe shape and a tapered waist. The overall silhouette definitely leans more formal than casual, so it would be best to wear these Bals with suits, dress slacks, dressy chinos, or even dark denim when paired with a sport shirt and sportcoat. The five eyelet design and tonal, round waxed laces help to achieve this more dress oriented aesthetic. If you wanted to spice them up a bit, you could easily swap out these laces for a pair with a pop of color. The blind eyelets are backed with antiqued brass metal, making the laces slide freely like butter. Full calf leather lining, with a smartly tacked tongue. No sliding around here. On the inside, we have full calf leather linings and moderately thick vegetable tanned leather insoles. Each shoe also has a neatly stamped heel pad with some thin cushioning underneath for some out of the box heel support. While you can’t see it, there’s a layer of cork underneath that insole that helps to comfort, protect, and insulate your foot from the hard ground. S&M neatly tacks the tongue to one side of the upper with a small tab of leather. This is one of my favorite features and helps to prevent the tongue from sliding around on you. Finally, there’s a smooth patch of suede or roughout leather at the heel to keep your heel locked into the heel cup. Like our friends at Grant Stone, S&M shifts the stitching seams at the heel around a bit to prevent hot spots and chafing. This little touch shows that they’re paying attention. [Spier & Mackay Brogue Cap-Toe Balmorals in Dark Brown]( Hiding under that insole is a layer of cork for comfort. Flipping the shoes over brings the dyed full leather soles to your attention. You’ll also notice that there’s a bit of a tapered waist, more than anything I’ve seen from the American counterparts. It’s subtle, but it looks and feels nice. The Goodyear welt stitching is neatly done and mostly sits within the open channel running 270° along the perimeter. The leather and rubber combo heel stack is nailed into the shoe with ten copper nails, helping to secure the heel more than hopes and prayers and just a bit of glue. Finally, the edge and welt finishing are done in a dark brown shade in line with the more formal aesthetic. Score: 5/5 Stars – Great! High quality materials, craftsmanship, and design details. Comfort, Fit, and Sizing Comfort is always subjective, but these feel pretty good overall right out of the box. The upper leather is certainly stiff, so expect to use the included shoe horn for the first handful of wears out of, or around the house. Overall, the leather lining and vegetable tanned leather insoles are firm but supportive. I imagine these will break in very well with some dedicated time. I do notice some slight pressure on my taller-than-average arches, but nothing that won’t go away with said break-in time. [Spier & Mackay Brogue Cap-Toe Balmorals in Dark Brown]( Heels secured with more than hopes and prayers and glue. Size wise, I recommend you go True To Size for your Brannock measurement. This pair in 10.5 D fit my 10.5 D/E feet very well, and I don’t suggest sizing down unless you’re in between sizes already. There’s about a half-inch or so of room in front of my toes, but no heel slip. If you’re an Allen Edmonds fan, go with your Park Avenue or Strand size as these feel very similar, in my opinion. For reference, I am a 10.5 D/E on a Brannock device and usually take a 10 D in wider-fitting dress shoes, including Alden’s Barrie last and Grant Stone’s Leo last. I take a 10.5 E in Allen Edmonds 65 last, as that last runs too narrow for me. I also take a 10.5 in Vans and an 11 in most Adidas or Nike sneakers. Score: 4/5 Stars – Fits true to size. Pretty stiff out of the box, but should soften up in time. Final Thoughts If you’re in the market for a pair of stylish Balmorals (Oxfords) to pair with your suits and formal-leaning sport coats, then you should definitely check out Spier & Mackay’s version of the slightly less formal Fifth Avenue or Strand. The higher vamp and 5-eyelet closure give this pair a subtle European flair while the choice German calf leather and Goodyear welt construction bring high quality components and construction to a price point that’s hard to beat. Check them out and let us know what you think! Avg. Score: 4.5/5 Stars – Spier & Mackay continues to offer excellent dress shoes at a great price point. [Spier & Mackay Brogue Cap-Toe Balmorals in Dark Brown]( ff/Dappered?a=7a8YbXX1QIw:-filYP01Q_s:yIl2AUoC8zA ff/Dappered?a=7a8YbXX1QIw:-filYP01Q_s:qj6IDK7rITs ff/Dappered?a=7a8YbXX1QIw:-filYP01Q_s:gIN9vFwOqvQ [Steal Alert: Amazon Essentials and Goodthreads Puffer Jackets for $35](r/Dappered/~3/CVRXZXz9Nok/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email) Posted: 26 Apr 2021 09:00 AM PDT Heads up: Buying via our links may result in us getting a commission. Also, we take your privacy rights seriously. Head [here]( to learn more. [Amazon Essentials Lightweight Puffer – $33 – $37]( | [Goodthreads Hooded Puffer – $33 – $37]( ($80) And so go the algorithms, quietly spinning away in their metallic racks of hardware, seeing that no one is buying jackets anymore as we head into May. And then they take [an $80 jacket](, and tank the price to $35. Because… that’s what those unfeeling, unknowing collections of zeros and ones are trained to do. [Amazon Steal Alert 42621] - [Amazon Essentials Lightweight Puffer – $33 – $37]( - [Goodthreads Hooded Puffer – $33 – $37]( ($80) Thirty. Five. Dollar. Puffers. Okay, some are $33 and some are $37. It depends on the color and size that you’re after. But a lot of the black and navy options have dropped to that level. Usually around eighty for the Goodthreads hooded puffer? Not sure on the other one? Eighty was where the Goodthreads hooded puffer was at [when it made our best outerwear round up a few months back](. That’s also the jacket shown at the very top of the post. No experience with the Amazon Essentials, but that thing is cruising along at 4.5/5 stars after… wait for it… 10,000 reviews. In regards to [the Goodthreads Hooded puffer](, it’s lighter weight with a lighter to medium warmth level. Fit isn’t half bad either. It’s not billowing out at the sides, yet it’s not shrink wrapped either. Size shown at the very top is a comfortable, but not blousy, Medium on 5’10” / 195. Color is navy, and looks lighter in some lights/to the camera because it’s synthetic. No word on when the prices might go back up. They seem to have a mind of their own. Lotta jacket weather left for some of us. Not everyone lives in Boca. That’s all. Carry on. ff/Dappered?a=CVRXZXz9Nok:PGyAx_x2C7Q:yIl2AUoC8zA ff/Dappered?a=CVRXZXz9Nok:PGyAx_x2C7Q:qj6IDK7rITs ff/Dappered?a=CVRXZXz9Nok:PGyAx_x2C7Q:gIN9vFwOqvQ [Polopalooza: The Best Looking Affordable Polos of 2021](r/Dappered/~3/Pu128O3z8yE/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email) Posted: 26 Apr 2021 08:00 AM PDT Heads up: Buying via our links may result in us getting a commission. Also, we take your privacy rights seriously. Head [here]( to learn more. For the polo shirt being such a basic staple of men’s style, there sure are a lot of bad ones out there. But these aren’t those. These are not your grandpa’s boxy, logo emblazoned golf shirt. These are slim or athletic, clean lean and mean. Below is the best of the reasonably affordable polo crop from this year. Got a lead on a polo that should have made this list? Send those tips in to joe@dappered.com. [J. Crew Slub Jersey Polo Shirt in Yarn-dyed Stripe – $37.12]( w/ COUNTDOWN ($49.50) [J. Crew Slub jersey polo shirt in yarn-dyed stripe]( Six different “stripe” varietals to choose from. Soft, mid weight cotton. Not beach blanket thick, not paper thin either. Seems to shrink up maybe a touch in the wash, so know that. One of those that if you’re in-between sizes and you prefer a slightly longer tail, maybe opt in for the “tall” size option. Size shown here is a medium standard fit on 5’10″/190. Not their slim fit. It is available in slim too. Currently 25% off, but has been up for deeper discounts in the past. [J. Crew Slim Garment-dyed Slub Jersey Polo Shirt – $39.50]( [J. Crew Slim Garment-dyed Slub Jersey Polo Shirt]( And for the sake of comparison, here’s one of J. Crew’s polos in a large slim fit on 5’10″/190. Slub fabric again, so it’s got a bit of texture and encourages airflow. Garment dyed for that vintage look, without looking worn out. Tons of colors to pick from. Three button placket + pocket keeps it from looking like a super basic “uniform” polo you’d see school kids wear. It’s intentional, it’s got a bit of style, but it doesn’t shout. [Target Goodfellow Standard Fit Navy Tipped Pique Polo Shirt – $14.99]( [Target Goodfellow Standard Fit Navy Tipped Pique Polo Shirt]( The retro styling, tipped sleeves and collar, [the cool pique texture](, and the dashing overall feel are great. 55% cotton, 45% poly, and a loose pique weave means it can be a touch roomy. It’s not uncomfortable by any means, some may find the sleeves to [not skim as close as they’d like](. Lots will be happy with this one, though, and offers a lot of solid value for $15. The fabric here is also on the substantial side, but the pique weave makes it nice and breathable. Size shown above is a small on Ryan, who is 5’9″ / 155. [Amazon Goodthreads Lightweight Slub Polo – $20]( [Amazon Goodthreads Lightweight Slub Polo]( ***BEST IN SHOW CHEAP CASUAL*** A hit that Amazon debuted a couple years back, and they’ve kept on on making because… they’re a hit. 4.5/5 stars after (wait for it) 1200 ratings. And genuinely quite nice for the price. Tail isn’t chopped and this can be tucked in or left out, making it hugely versatile. These are one of the softest shirts around. You might end up buying multiple colors. And they have options. Nineteen different colors to pick from at post time, although being that it’s Amazon, selection drifts in and out of stock depending on what color you’re after. “Light Aqua” is shown above in a size small on 5’10” / 170-175 lbs. [EXPRESS Piped Performance Polo – $25](//www.express.com/clothing/men/piped-moisture-wicking-performance-polo/pro/05047580/color/WHITE/e/regular/) ($50) [EXPRESS Piped Performance Polo](//www.express.com/clothing/men/piped-moisture-wicking-performance-polo/pro/05047580/color/WHITE/e/regular/) The stretchy, super comfy, mostly cotton EXPRESS performance polos have gotten the piped treatment once again this year. Spendy at full price, but… this is EXPRESS. There’s always another 40% off train a comin’. Four colors to pick from. Size shown above is a medium on 5’10″/190. [Banana Republic Luxury-Touch Slim or Reg. Fit Polo – $30ish]( ($44.50) [Banana Republic Luxury-Touch Polo]( ***BEST IN SHOW MID PRICED*** Always a favorite. All cotton, yet somehow manages to be almost glass smooth, stretchy, and soft. (As if there’s some silk in there.) They’re so smooth they’re almost cool to the touch. There does seem to be a catch for some though. Many have reported shrinkage problems with these. Especially when it comes to the length. I don’t have this issue, and I can’t tell you why. I wash on warm or cold and dry on medium or cool. Do they shrink up a little in the wash? Maybe. But not to the extremes that I’ve heard. If you’re 6′ or over, maybe order a tall instead of a regular? [Precise polo shown above is a large slim fit in one of their basic solids](, on 5’10” / 195. [SuitSupply Cotton/Silk Polo in Teal Blue – $79]( [SuitSupply Cotton/Silk Polo in Teal Blue]( These run very slim. Size shown above is a LARGE on Jason’s 5’7″ 175-180 pound athletic frame. A restricting, uncomfortable fit for him, but! If you’re a slimmer fellow, you very well may find your new favorite polo. The 30% Silk, 70% Cotton blend is buttery-smooth and luxurious, and the ribbed cuffs and hem keep the garment in place and offer a Euro-modern aesthetic. Real Mother of Pearl buttons add to the luxe appeal, and the true teal blue color is excellent – a seasonally ideal color. It’s just a shame it isn’t more accommodating to more body types. [SuitSupply 100% Merino Wool Polo in Dark Brown – $79]( [SuitSupply 100% Merino Wool Polo in Dark Brown]( Another size large from Suitsupply on 5’7″/175. Like the Cotton/Silk polo from SuitSupply, this is more formal than most. The choice to use 100% merino wool makes sense on the surface for temperature regulation, but the implementation here makes this more of an early Spring or early Fall polo. This wool fabric wasn’t nearly as smooth as the cotton/silk blend, and I could see this feeling a bit scratchy in high-heat. The dark brown color is unique, but there are other [more colorful options]( for the warmer weather. The wool piece did have a slightly more forgiving fit than the cotton/silk version, but still fell squarely in the true “slim” category. The good news? SuitSupply offers free shipping and returns, so you can have peace of mind if it doesn’t work out. [UNIQLO AIRism Pique Button Down Collar Polos – $29.90]( [UNIQLO AIRism Pique Button Down Collar Polo]( Yes, the famous UNIQLO button down collar polo. Which a lot of us love, since there’s no curling of the collar as the day wears on, and, they also look great under easy wearing, spring/summer sportcoats. 51% Cotton, 49% Nylon fabric does a solid job breathing and staying cool, although you’ll find better wicking/drying with either merino or true tech (read: all synthetic) fabrics. The huge drawback of these in the past is that they often would come with a straight up CHOPPED tail. And while the tail isn’t as long as tall-fellas would like, it’s not as short as it used to be. If you’re around average height or shorter, you should be happy here. As long as they don’t shrink badly in the wash/dryer. And speaking of… the tag says “line dry.” C’mon UNIQLO! These are affordable if not downright cheap (sometimes they go on sale for $19.90) polos! Let us machine dry them! Size shown above is a medium on 5’10″/190. [UNIQLO AIRism Jersey Short Sleeve Polo – $29.90]( ***BEST IN SHOW CHEAP DRESSED UP (when they’re on sale for $19.90)*** Oooh these are something. Huge fan of that covered placket. 73% Cotton, 27% Polyester, smooth jersey fabric here. Dressed up but could still easily be worn with shorts. Nice collar here too. Crisp and well constructed. Lays nicely. But like the Airism Pique, the tail runs a touch short. Not chopped, but short. And this ALSO says “line dry”. But at twenty bucks a pop with the every-so-often sale, they should be worth the risk and extra bit of effort. Size shown above is a medium on 5’10″/190. [Bonobos Jetsetter Polo in Standard or Slim Fit – $69]( [Bonobos Jetsetter Polo]( Size/fits shown above are a large STANDARD for the navy, and a large SLIM for the “sage”, both on Jason’s 5’7″/175 frame. As is typical, Bonobos nails the “elevated basic” theme. This fits like your favorite t-shirt, but with the casual polish of a polo. Because Bonobos excels at form-fitting without squeezing, and along with offering this polo in both standard and slim fits, this is a strong recommendation for most folks if you can swing the price Bonobos likes to charge. Like the rest of their casual jetsetter items, the cotton/drydex blend produces a soft, luxurious feel with moisture-wicking, odor defense, and UPF35 protection. Smooth, cool comfort and style all Spring and Summer. [Free Fly Bamboo Heritage Polo – $65]( [Free Fly Bamboo Heritage Polo]( If you’ve never worn bamboo, the instant you put it you’re welcomed with a delightful cooling sensation. Free Fly, an outdoor-leaning brand, utilizes a 50-50 blend of viscose (bamboo) and cotton. Soft and cool, this is a great polo for a day on or near the water, or even at a barbecue on a hot day. Wear this when the temperature kicks up, but you want to wear something nicer than an average t-shirt, especially if you’re going multiple places in a day with no time to change. A generous fit, but perhaps too generous. On Jason’s 5’7″ barrel-chested body, this shirt in size large ran a bit long compared to others in that usual (for him) large size. So more of a regular fit here. [Abercrombie & Fitch Airknit Moisture-Wicking Golf Polo – $39]( [Abercrombie & Fitch Airknit Moisture-Wicking Golf Polo]( Big, big potential for many. Not going to lie, these are truly slim-fitting. Not quite Express extra slim, but the front, back, [and sleeves are more fitted](. Asking price is steep when not on sale, but the quality is there. Little details such as the locker loop, tags on the bottom side of the shirt, no logos present all definitely make it look “grown-up”. Softness of the A&F air knit fabric also applies to the feel of the shirt here too. There’s just one detail that may make this a soft pass for some. [The collar has no shape on its own](. Unless you fully button this up, there’s going to be flopping happening here. Yet I can see this paired with linen-blended blazers and fully buttoned up as a working combo when Summer temps approach us. [13 color options to pick from](. White/Blue stripe option shown above has actually [moved over to clearance](. Size shown is a Medium on Paul, who is 5’10″/175. [Proof 72 Hour Merino Polo – $88]( [Proof 72 Hour Merino Polo]( Size shown is a large on Jason who is 5’7″/175. Proof built this bad boy with merino wool, but in an “89%”wool, 11% nylon” blend. The nylon aides in creating a cool, smooth fabric that Proof claims can go 72 hours of wear with no stink. The shirt drapes well, and offers plenty of room for mobility without being boxy. Spendy at $88, but Proof made this one to move and do-it-all over the course of not just one day, but a few. Hence, the “72 hours” name. So some of us would rationalize the splurge as it really being three (days worth of) polo shirt(s) in one? While this isn’t as aesthetically polished as say, the SuitSupply polos or a Banana Republic luxe touch polo, it fills a very simple yet valuable need – a shirt that looks good and stays out of your mind all day long. No fuss. [Made in the USA Flint and Tinder Supima Air Knit Polo – $58]( [Made in the USA Flint and Tinder Supima Air Knit Polo]( Made in the USA is tough to do these days. 100% supima cotton in a “baby jersey” knit. Nice and soft. Certainly not a boxy fit, but not a super slim fit either. More athletic. Size shown in a large on 5’10″/195. Color shown is the “vintage navy” which has a bit of a, you guessed it, vintage look. But also available in black, “carbon”, oxblood, and white. [Spier & Mackay 100% Cotton Pique Polos – $30]( ($38) [Spier & Mackay 100% Cotton Pique Polos]( I (the Joe guy) don’t usually don’t like 100% cotton, pique fabric polos. But these are threatening to change my mind. Super soft, but still has a bit of welcome crispness thanks to the pique weave. Terrific collar, great buttons, well put together placket. Also available in a spread collar. One note on laundering: They say lay flat or line dry. So no machine drying here. UPDATE: And word from reader Alexander M. confirms this. DON’T machine dry these. He had a couple of his accidentally go through the dryer and… yeah, they shrunk up enough that he couldn’t wear them anymore. Sizing might run a touch big, but maybe that’s in case they shrink a little in the wash? Shown above is a medium on 5/10″ 195. [Lululemon Metal Vent Tech Polo – $88]( [Lululemon Metal Vent Tech Polo]( Blasted Lululemon. They make great stuff, but man do they make you pay for it. Lightweight, breathable, flexible… the works. You could easily run a dang 10k (or more) in one of these things and feel great. Raglan sleeves are terrific, and sure seem to add more range of motion. Six colors to pick from. Size shown is a large on 5’10″/195. [Kent Wang Collar Band Polos – $65]( [Kent Wang Collar Band Polos]( A bit legendary, and as you’d expect, they’re priced like a legend too. 100% cotton jersey that’s a little thicker than I had anticipated, but not overly bulky. The collars are constructed like a woven shirt, with a collar band and a double layer of self fabric (what the body is made out of). So, none of that limp ribbed fabric that curls, bends, and rumples. Honest to goodness mother of pearl buttons that are THICK and really do stand out. True slim fit. They’re nice. Real nice. $65 nice? I think most will say that’s a little steep. But maybe worth a splurge for some. Size shown above is a large on 5’10″/195. [Rhone Delta Pique Hidden Button Down Collar Polo – $88]( (or [$66 when you buy 3]( [Rhone Delta Pique Hidden Button Down Collar Polo]( ***BEST IN SHOW SPENDY*** Going to be a game changer for a lot of us. These have everything. Breathable, wicking tech Polyester/Lyocell/Spandex “Delta” Pique material that’s lightweight but strong. Hidden, under the points, [button down feature]( that really does a great job keeping the collar looking good all day and in all conditions. Raglan style sleeves & stretch infused fabric for ease of movement. Athletic fit that’s accommodating but not bulky or boxy. Machine wash, but like many other polos on this list, the tag says to lay flat to dry. I HAVE accidentally thrown these things in the dryer once or twice, but so far, no damage or shrinkage. Laying flat to dry for these is super easy. 100% tech fabric (not a cotton tech blend) means they dry SUPER fast, and almost totally wrinkle free as long as you get them down flat. The one draw back is the logo three/overlapping Xs on the right shoulder. It’s noticeable on some colors due to the contrasting thread they use. And boy was [that Vin Diesel movie terrible.]( (I saw it in the theater! What was I thinking?? And now I do pushups and have tattoos! I blame Vin!) Could be a deal breaker for some. Size shown above is a medium on 5’10″/190. Enormous thanks to our man Adam for the tip on these. Although now my wallet is a lot lighter because of his suggestion. I’ve started to replace all of my polos with these. Dang stress shopping. $88 is steep for sure, [but if you buy three they drop the price to $66](). Which while hardly cheap, is certainly more palatable. Also receiving votes: [Target Goodfellow Performance Polos – $19.99](. [Todd Snyder Made in the USA Tipped polos – $98]( (ninety eight!). [arc’teryx A2B Merino Wool bike commuters polo – $99](1), [GAP Vintage Soft Polo Shirt – $20ish](. [Amazon Peak Velocity Performance Athletic-Fit Polo – $15ish]( ff/Dappered?a=Pu128O3z8yE:YERhLVnISv4:yIl2AUoC8zA ff/Dappered?a=Pu128O3z8yE:YERhLVnISv4:qj6IDK7rITs ff/Dappered?a=Pu128O3z8yE:YERhLVnISv4:gIN9vFwOqvQ You are subscribed to email updates from [Dappered Style Mail](). 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