Corporate Polo vs T-Shirt: Which Is Right for Your Team?

The Great Debate: Polos or T-Shirts?

When ordering custom uniforms for your Singapore team, the first decision is often the simplest — and the hardest. Should you go with polo shirts or t-shirts?

Both are excellent choices, but they serve different purposes. Here's how to decide.

When to Choose Polo Shirts

Polo shirts strike the perfect balance between professional and comfortable. They're ideal for:

• Client-facing roles — The collar gives a polished, business-casual look
• Hospitality and retail — Hotels, restaurants, and shops where appearance matters
• Daily office wear — Comfortable enough for all-day wear, smart enough for meetings
• Corporate events — Company retreats, trade shows, and conferences

Polo shirts work best with embroidered logos, which gives a premium, long-lasting finish. Expect to pay around $12–15 per piece for quality polos with embroidery.

When to Choose T-Shirts

T-shirts are versatile, affordable, and comfortable. They're the go-to for:

• Casual office environments — Tech startups, creative agencies, co-working spaces
• Sports days and events — Company runs, team-building activities, charity events
• Warehouse and production teams — Where comfort and movement matter most
• Marketing and giveaways — Brand merchandise, event freebies

T-shirts support screen printing, DTF printing, and sublimation, making them perfect for full-colour, vibrant designs. Starting from around $8 per piece, they're also more budget-friendly.

Quick Comparison

| Feature | Polo Shirts | T-Shirts | |---------|------------|----------| | Formality | Business casual | Casual | | Best branding | Embroidery | Screen/DTF print | | Starting price | ~$12/pc | ~$8/pc | | Best for | Client-facing, offices | Events, casual teams | | Fabric options | Cotton, poly-cotton | Cotton, dri-fit, poly |

Our Recommendation

Don't choose one — order both. Many of our Singapore clients order polos for daily office wear and t-shirts for company events. This gives your team flexibility while keeping your brand consistent.

Not sure which is right? Send us your logo and requirements, and we'll create free mockups for both options so you can compare before committing.