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The Linen Cotton Short Sleeve Polo

Name: The Linen Cotton Short Sleeve Polo
Brand: Artknit Studios
Availability: InStock

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With a relaxed open collar, the vintage polo is perfect for strolls on the beach. Try it with relaxed linen pants and sun shades for the best summer look.

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What to Consider

Materials & Construction

·Cotton — Breathable and comfortable. Standard cotton softens with wear but may shrink. Look for ringspun or combed cotton for smoother, more durable fabric.
·Linen — One of the strongest natural fibers — gets softer and more beautiful with every wash. Quality linen can last 20-30 years.
·Made by Artknit Studios in Italy.

Longevity & Care

·Cotton — Machine washable. Gets softer with every wash. Tumble dry low to minimize shrinkage.

Brand at a Glance

Artknit Studios · Italy

B Corp certified — Apparel

Oras Index73/100

Good to Know

Artknit Studios would benefit from publishing a detailed supply chain map (farm-to-factory tracing) and formalizing a lifetime repair program to match the durability their construction promises. While their heritage and craft-focused produc…

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·Linen — Machine wash gentle, air dry. Wrinkles are part of the character and soften with wear. Iron on high if desired.

Sustainability

·Linen — Made from flax, which requires minimal water and no pesticides. The entire plant is used, producing zero waste.

Cost Per Use

·Cotton — Cotton is affordable but has a shorter lifespan than wool or linen. Organic and ringspun cotton cost slightly more but hold up noticeably longer.
·Linen — Linen's decades-long lifespan makes it one of the best cost-per-use fabrics available, despite higher upfront costs.
·Artknit Studios is known for products that hold up over years of use — which typically means a lower cost per use than cheaper alternatives that need replacing.
·Priced around $275 (midpoint of $150–$400 for Apparel). At ~8 uses/month, this hits the $1-per-use "worth it" mark in 2.9 years — and falls to roughly 57¢ per use across a 5-year lifespan.