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As much as we have been championing the rolled up sleeves look this summer, there comes a time when you have to buckle and give in to the notion that short sleeves are just a better option.  We were hit with that realization yesterday when temperatures approached triple digits for the first time this year.  Luckily, there are a number of great polo options hitting the market this summer.  One of our favorites is the Striped Saltwash Pique Polo ($45) from L.L. Bean Signature.

As classic as a solid polo might be, you have to switch things up from time to time.  Not only does this polo feature a simple stripe pattern to break things up, it also has a heathered look for a bit of extra depth.  Definitely a casual option, this shirt is treated to a saltwash before it leaves the factory, so it’ll feel like one of your broken in favorites the first time you pull it on.  With a slightly athletic cut, and a droptail hem, the Striped Saltwash Pique Polo is a perfect choice for a hot summer day.