Embroidered cable-knit cotton-blend shorts
POLO RALPH LAUREN's shorts release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $128, quality lands at 60/100, comfort at 70/100, and sustainability at 70/100 for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · POLO RALPH LAUREN
- Category · Shorts
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Quality Analysis 60/100
These Polo Ralph Lauren shorts, crafted from a soft cotton-blend with 3% elastane, offer a comfortable, non-stretchy fit. While the cable-knit design is charming, the "hand wash" care instruction suggests a need for gentle handling to maintain their integrity.
Comfort Assessment 70/100
These shorts offer a mixed comfort experience. While the soft cotton-blend and drawstring waistband suggest a pleasant feel and adjustable fit, the "non-stretchy fabric" and "close fit" might limit freedom of movement, especially given the "mid-weight" knit.
Sustainability Impact 70/100
This garment is made from a cotton-blend, which includes 96% cotton, a natural fiber. However, the presence of elastane and "other fibers" without further detail means we can't fully assess its environmental impact.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Waist | Leg Opening | Rise | Hip | Inside Leg |
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| large | 76 cm | 52 cm | 32 cm | 96 cm | 3.5 cm |
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Garment details
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Editors’ Notes: Polo Ralph Lauren's shorts have a cable-knitted handle that's reminiscent of the brand's signature preppy sweaters. Made from soft cotton-blend, they have a drawstring waistband and are embroidered with the iconic logo in red threads.
Editors’ Notes: Polo Ralph Lauren's shorts have a cable-knitted handle that's reminiscent of the brand's signature preppy sweaters. Made from soft cotton-blend, they have a drawstring waistband and are embroidered with the iconic logo in red threads.
Size & Fit: Fits true to size, take your normal size High-rise, cut for a close fit Particularly short in length Mid-weight, non-stretchy fabric Model is 177cm/ 5'10" and is wearing a size Small Model measurements: Bust: 86cm/ 34" Waist: 65cm/ 25.5" Hip: 90cm/ 35.5" View size guide
Details & Care: Navy cotton-blend Pull on 96% cotton, 3% elastane, 1% other fibers Hand wash
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