The polos from the brand adidas

adidas, from the three stripes to the Blues' polos and the All Blacks

The brand founded in 1949 by Adolf Dassler in Herzogenaurach, Bavaria, has made the three stripes its signature, positioned on the shoulder, sleeve, or collar of its polos. In rugby, adidas has dressed the All Blacks since 1999 and the France XV since 2024: its delegation polos, worn by players and staff while traveling, feature the silver fern on a black background or the rooster on a blue background. The adidas polo thus plays on two levels, the fan version embroidered with a nation's crest and the plain model, more discreet, that can be worn without showing team support.

Other brands

The polos are also available by brand:

• Serge Blanco.
• Kappa.
• Camberabero.
• Macron.
• Errea.
• Jako.

The entire selection is gathered on the polos page.

Technical knit or piqué cotton: two families of adidas polos

The adidas polos come in two materials. The sports models are made from a lightweight polyester that wicks away sweat and dries quickly, a feature the brand refers to as AEROREADY: they are suitable for warm days in the stands and for travel, as they crease little. The more classic-inspired models use piqué cotton, which is softer to the touch and more structured, with a collar that maintains its shape. The first gains in lightness what the second offers in structure. Depending on the models, contrasting stripes are placed on the shoulders, along the sleeves, or as piping on the collar.

What size to choose for a polo adidas

The brand tends to fit true to size: one should stick to their usual size after measuring their chest circumference, then consult adidas' size guide, which distinguishes between fits. The regular fit allows for ease at the bust, while the slim fit follows the body's line and suggests going up a size if one is between two sizes. The women's models have their own sizing chart. To last, a technical polo can be washed at 30 degrees without fabric softener, which clogs the fibers and reduces their moisture-wicking ability; a cotton polo should be ironed inside out, avoiding the logo whether printed or embroidered.

Great deals

Good deals can be found in the promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections. The items shipped in 24h are prepared and sent out in 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a stable order: Black Friday in late autumn, the year-end holidays, the winter sales, the French Days of spring, then the summer sales and back-to-school period.

Frequently asked questions

Does adidas dress the France XV?

Yes, since 2024, adidas has succeeded the former supplier of the Blues and outfits their jerseys as well as their delegation uniforms. The brand also dresses the All Blacks, a loyalty that dates back to 1999.

Where does the name adidas come from?

It combines the diminutive and the beginning of the name of its founder, Adi Dassler, a Bavarian craftsman who registered the brand in 1949. The name is actually written in lowercase in the official logo.

Can a polo adidas be worn to the office?

A plain piqué cotton model with discreet stripes fits easily into a professional setting. The more vibrant technical polos or versions in a nation's colours are better suited for weekends and match days.

How to prevent a technical polo from retaining odours?

Synthetic fibers retain odours more than cotton: wash the polo soon after wearing it, inside out and without softener. A rinse with a bit of white vinegar helps eliminate them.

What polo adidas to give to a supporter of the All Blacks?

A black polo adorned with the silver fern, the colour that earned the New Zealand team its nickname during its 1905 tour. If the exact measurements are unknown, going up a size limits the risk of a polo being too tight.