The Long Sleeve Athletic Polo 202

Made from the world’s finest Peruvian pima cotton. 

Our long-sleeved version of the Athletic Polo can be worn all year round. With moisture-wicking technology, it’s a commuter’s perfect work shirt, keeping you comfortable and stylish for the day ahead. Or, wear it to dinner and stay warm for the walk home.

Willy is cut for a slimmer fit, so please order one size larger if a relaxed fit is desired.

Details

• Anti-Microbial
  
• Moisture-Wicking
  
• UPF50 Protection
  
• 59% Peruvian Pima Cotton | 41% Poly
  
• Made in California

Color

• Coliseum | Light Gray Heather
• Venice | Cobalt Solid

Size & Fit

Care

Machine wash cold on the gentle cycle. Tumble dry low. Low iron. No bleach. No dry cleaning.

What Is the Willy California Athletic Polo?

The Athletic Polo is our most important style to date. In order to be a real men’s brand, we had to cross the divide from workout gear into more formal clothes. This took us a while. We had many stops and starts on this product. We clearly felt the pressure to get it absolutely perfect—starting with great fabric, focusing on comfort first, then marrying it with great fit and topping it off with the finest details in the industry. After more than a year in the making, our Athletic Polo was born.

Our Athletic Polo is elevated style defined. A comfortable and casual look that takes your game to the next level. A collared shirt with that “favorite tee” comfort. Peruvian Pima Cotton is the star of the show here. We honestly believe it’s our best item yet. This fabric is so comfortable and crazy soft to the touch.

We put a collar on the shirt because sometimes a collar is simply required. But we didn’t lose our tee shirt–inspired focus on comfort and style. Dressing up or looking nice should not mean being uncomfortable. This is where the “athletic” in the 201 Athletic Polo comes in. The fit and style here are absolutely athletic. This shirt is designed to move when you move. Our Athletic Polo will never leave you feeling hemmed in or boxy. With the Athletic Polo, you will look great and feel even better.

Why Is the Willy California Athletic Polo So Amazing?

The Athletic Polo is amazing because we nailed both comfort and fit to redefine the polo space. Like everything at Willy, fabric leads the way. Initially, we started our journey toward the perfect polo with a Micro Modal and Supima Cotton mixture. The softness was there, but the fabric was far too drapey for a shirt. “Drapey” means it was hanging too much and had no structure—and there was zero breathability. That’s not a perfect recipe for a great polo. So back to the drawing board.

Then we discovered Peruvian Pima Cotton, and the polo project took flight. Peruvian Pima Cotton is the softest and most famous cotton in the world. Though “Made in California” is important to us, not every single ingredient has to come from the U.S. Our commitment to make the best possible clothes for our customer won the day. We obviously make these great shirts in downtown LA like all of our Willy styles, but the world-class fabric comes from Peru.

Willy’s obsessive attention to detail is epitomized in the story of the Athletic Polo. We had 300 nearly perfect polos boxed and ready to ship more than eight months earlier when we realized the finished product didn’t meet our standards. In particular, the placard—the centerpiece of the shirt where the buttons and buttonholes connect—was flimsy and weak. The construction wasn’t robust enough to support the integrity of the button complex. A sagging placard is a bad look. So we made the decision to recycle the fabric and start from scratch. A bold move for a young company, but consistent with our ethos.

The result? The best polo on the market today. We were so proud of the finished product that we immediately added longer sleeves to our base model to offer the 202 Long Sleeve Athletic Polo as well. We’re super happy with both versions and can’t wait to hear your feedback.

How to Use the Willy California Athletic Polo

Our Athletic Polos (short and long sleeved) are designed for dressing up while staying comfortable. For too long, looking nice meant giving up comfort. Not at Willy California and not in the Athletic Polo. When she says, “Can you please put on a nicer shirt for lunch?” you can smile and say, “Yes ma’am, I have just the tool for that.” Grab the Athletic Polo and you will immediately elevate your game.

This is not a golf polo. Golf polos are often baggy, full of synthetic fabrics, and look shiny and plastic. Their fit is rarely flattering. If you want that oversized look, please size up one notch.

The Athletic Polo is also an amazing layering piece. Try our 502 Quarter Zip Pullover with the Malibu Athletic Polo underneath for the perfect office look. The fact that you have short sleeves underneath is no one’s business. Or dress up our 501 Zip-up Hoodie for a sharp street-meets-class ensemble.

When Should You Wear the Willy California Athletic Polo?

The Athletic Polo is perfect when your favorite tee isn’t quite enough. Throw it on for an immediately polished look. Guys love tee shirts because they’re comfortable—and that’s exactly where the Athletic Polo started. We took everything we learned from styles 101–105 and added a collar to get you through the door. This is your favorite tee shirt, with a collar.

The Athletic Polo is a strong office look—with or without layers. Choose between the 201 short sleeve or the 202 long sleeve, depending on your mood. Same great fabric. Same perfect fit. (The boss prefers the short-sleeved version—more daring and confident.)

Dinner date? Another perfect occasion. A 2-inch piece of collar fabric adds just enough to your look without sacrificing comfort.

Throw it in your gym bag for backup when your day is packed. From office to gym to unexpected client meeting, the Athletic Polo keeps you ready, sharp, and in control—the Willy way.

Where Can You Get the Willy California Athletic Polo?

Right now, you can only get the Willy California Athletic Polo on our website. That means direct-to-you pricing without middlemen. You get the highest quality product at the best possible price.

We understand you might be hesitant to try something new. So let us make it simple: if for any reason you don’t like it, send it back. No questions. No hassle. No hoops. Just honest effort and a commitment to be better. That’s our promise.