The John Smedley Dorset Polo Shirt is a true British knitwear classic, bringing the brand’s long established English craftsmanship together with an easy, relaxed silhouette and timeless polo styling. Expertly crafted in England from John Smedley’s Extra Fine Merino Wool, Dorset offers the exceptional softness, breathability and natural comfort associated with premium merino, while its Easy Fit provides a little more room through the body for an effortless drape. As a style with strong associations to classic 1960s British Mod culture, Dorset has an enduring aesthetic that feels just as relevant today.
The design is distinguished by its slightly larger fashioned collar, three button placket and signature turnback ribbed cuffs. The relaxed proportions give it a more laid back look than John Smedley’s closer fitting polo styles, while the fine merino construction keeps the overall appearance refined rather than bulky. This balance makes Dorset particularly versatile, working as an elegant standalone piece or as a sophisticated layering option beneath jackets and coats.
Rewilding Green brings an earthy depth to the Dorset silhouette, drawing on rich forest and moss tones rather than brighter emerald or military green. It works naturally with ecru, cream and sand coloured trousers, while tan suede and textured tailoring reinforce its British heritage character. For a more relaxed approach, pair it with dark denim and classic leather footwear. Alternatively, tuck it neatly into higher waisted trousers and leave the upper buttons open to allow the generous collar and relaxed drape to take centre stage. For those who prefer a cleaner, more contemporary silhouette, the Easy Fit can also be sized down by one size. Whichever approach you choose, Dorset delivers the combination of character, comfort and exceptional English made knitwear that has defined John Smedley for generations.
Key Features
Heritage John Smedley Dorset long sleeved knitted polo.
Expertly crafted in England from Extra Fine Merino Wool.
Easy Fit creates a relaxed, comfortable silhouette with a natural drape.
Distinctive larger fashioned collar gives the style its vintage character.
Signature turnback ribbed cuffs add a refined finishing detail.
Classic three button placket for versatile styling.
Rewilding Green brings an autumnal look to the design.
Perfect for Mod smart-casual wardrobes.
Can be sized down for a cleaner, closer-fitting silhouette if preferred.
Works equally well with tailoring, corduroy, denim and suede.
Product Details
Brand: John Smedley.
Style: Dorset Long Sleeve Polo Shirt.
Colour: Rewilding Green.
Fit: Easy Fit.
Material: 100% Extra Fine Merino Wool.
Sleeves: Long sleeve.
Collar: Fashioned shirt collar.
Fastening: Three button placket.
Cuffs: Turnback ribbed cuffs
Made in England.
Care: Machine wash at 30°C. Turn garment inside out before washing.
Do not bleach or tumble dry. Do not dry clean.
Iron on low heat or steam only.
Use non-bio detergent.
SKU: DORSET-REWILDING-GREEN
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