Keep it long, treasure it long.

Beautiful design that remains a classic

When you put it on, you'll be amazed at how smooth it is. This knitwear from JOHN SMEDLEY is called fine gauge knitwear, and the soft, thin yarn is beautifully knitted, making it very appealing.

From JOHN SMEDLEY, we would like to introduce a long-selling polo shirt that has been around since the 1930s. Although it has a loose silhouette, the distinctive collar and three buttons give it a classy look. Even in situations where a T-shirt is too casual, you can enjoy a higher level of adult attire by replacing it with a knit polo shirt.

Carefully selected materials

At JOHN SMEDLEY, we use Sea Island cotton, which we judge to be the best quality for that season. Sea Island cotton is cotton that was originally grown on islands off the coast of Georgia in the United States, and was later transported from the United States to various parts of the world, including the West Indies, where it is highly regarded for its quality.

Sea Island cotton requires the right climate, soil, and precise agricultural techniques, and it is said that it can only grow in land with all these conditions. Its high quality is such that there was a custom of encouraging the use of Sea Island cotton in the British royal family. Elizabeth I used Sea Island cotton for sheets and negligees, and since then it has been known as a status symbol for the British aristocracy and gentlemen.

The unisex polo shirt ISIS is knitted with Sea Island cotton. It is a piece that feels smooth and comfortable against the skin, and the fine fabric is so comfortable that you will forget that it is knit. The parts such as the cuffs, hem, and seams between the body and cuffs are carefully knitted, so it fits your body perfectly when you put your sleeves through. It is thin and does not make you bulky, so you can wear it as an inner layer for cardigans and jackets when it gets chilly.

Traditions and techniques inherited

JOHN SMEDLEY was founded in Derbyshire, England in 1784 by Peter Nightingale and John Smedley. When the company was first established, it started with spinning cotton and making fabric, and by the end of the 18th century, it had begun to manufacture woolen fabrics and socks. In 1819, John Smedley's son, John II, took over at the young age of 24 and established a policy that all processes from spinning to knitting and sewing should be carried out in-house. This policy became the driving force behind JOHN SMEDLEY's rise from a small spinning factory to a known knitwear manufacturer. In addition, the fourth generation introduced the most advanced spinning and knitting machines at the time and began manufacturing fine gauge knitwear.