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Browse all Drake's polos →Ecru Knitted Crepe Cotton Short-Sleeve Polo Shirt
The verdict
Fit
Crepe knit has subtle give; fit is close without clinging, with natural drape that suits layering and warm weather.
Quality
Crepe cotton at Drake's tier shows meticulous knit construction—even gauge, reliable seams, thoughtful finishing.
Is the price fair?
At 345 GBP, you're buying knit expertise and material quality; fair for what Drake's delivers.
Best for
Minimalist dressers or someone building a coordinated neutral-based wardrobe; works for casual and smart casual.
Care
Gentle wash in cool water preserves the crepe structure; dry flat to maintain fit.
What owners report about Drake's polos
Drake's polos split into heavyweight piqué cotton styles and knitted cotton-linen styles, and fabric weight is the first thing owners mention: several wear the piqué constantly and count the thick cloth as a plus, while one reviewer found the material so heavy and thick it "almost felt like cotton canvas" and passed on it. The knitted polos get specific praise for fit, cut and collar, though even fans call them extravagantly expensive. One long-term owner reports the piqué's colour faded with frequent wear (revived with a home machine dye), and owners note the distinctive 70s-style collar on the long-sleeve piqué.
- Strengths
- Owners call the piqué polo very well executed and hard-wearing, and praise the fit, cut and collar of the knitted cotton-linen polos.
- Watch out for
- The heavy, thick piqué hand polarizes owners, colour fades with heavy wear, and the knitted polos are repeatedly flagged as extremely expensive even by people who like them.
- Sizing
- One owner who sized down in the knitted polo for a slimmer look concluded the design intent is a boxier, 1950s-style silhouette with longer, fuller sleeves — sizing down works against the cut.
About Drake's's polos line as a whole. Sources: Styleforum — Drake's appreciation thread, p.931 (piqué polo weight) · Styleforum — Drake's appreciation thread, p.507 (long-sleeve piqué owner)