Polo coat

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A polo coat, also known as a camel coat, is a men's overcoat associated with polo players in England. Camelhair was the fabric at first, but later camelhair and wool blends became standard due to its higher durability.[1] The terms polo coat and camel coat are thus synonymous.

Polo coats are not to be confused with Polo Ralph Lauren and were not invented by Ralph Lauren.[2] The polo coat was originally a wrap coat with a belt, but eventually adopted a double-breasted with buttons configuration.[1]

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  1. ^ a b Schneider, Sven Raphael (February 3, 2012). "Polo Coat Guide". Gentleman's Gazette. Retrieved 2013-11-03.