Christian Kimber Rye Merino Long Sleeve Polo, Noir

Black cotton fades toward grey and it starts doing it early. Black wool does not, because the fibre takes dye into its core rather than onto its surface, which is why a good black knit still looks black in its fourth year.

At 18 gauge the surface here is smooth enough to read as a knit rather than as a jumper, in ultrafine Tasmanian merino. Sports ribbed collar, cuffs and waistband, three-button placket.

It is the alternative to a black shirt. It is a better one, because it does not need pressing and it does not go shiny at the elbow.

Spec

• Ultrafine Tasmanian merino wool
• 18 gauge knit
• Three-button placket
• Ribbed collar, cuffs and waistband