Branded polo shirts are one of the most versatile and widely used promotional products in New Zealand. They work for team uniforms, corporate staff apparel, sports clubs, trade businesses, and event volunteers — and they’re worn in public far more than most promotional products, delivering ongoing brand visibility in everyday settings.

Waikato Printing Company stocks a comprehensive range of branded polo shirts through the TRENDSWEAR and Trends promotional range — covering performance fabrics, everyday styles, and custom active options for men, women, and youth.

What Polo Shirts Are Available Through WPC?

Active performance polos are designed for physical activity and warm environments, featuring moisture-wicking fabrics and flexible construction. Options include:

• Custom Mens Active Polo
• Custom Womens Active Polo
• Custom Youth Active Polo
• Custom Mens Performance Polo
• Custom Womens Performance Polo

These are popular with sports clubs, fitness studios, outdoor businesses, and trades where comfort and movement matter.

TRENDSWEAR Carter Polo — a polished corporate polo in both mens and womens cuts. The TRENDSWEAR Carter Mens Polo and TRENDSWEAR Carter Womens Polo work well for office environments, retail staff, and businesses wanting a professional look without the formality of a shirt and tie.

TRENDSWEAR Ace Performance Polo — combining the look of a corporate polo with performance fabric technology. The Ace Performance Mens and Ace Performance Womens are popular with trade businesses, hospitality, and anyone who needs to look professional while doing physical work.

TRENDSWEAR Williams Polo — a classic everyday polo in both mens and womens cuts, popular with schools, service businesses, and rural operations.

Swiss Peak Urban Unisex Polo — the Swiss Peak Urban Unisex Polo offers a contemporary unisex cut suitable for modern workplaces and businesses wanting a more casual, relaxed uniform look.

What Branding Methods Are Used on Polo Shirts?

The most common decoration method for polos is embroidery, which provides a professional, durable finish that holds up through washing and regular wear. Embroidery works best for logos with clean lines and limited colours.

For full-colour or photographic designs, heat transfer printing or screen printing may be more appropriate. WPC will advise the best method based on your logo and chosen garment.

What’s the Difference Between an Everyday Polo and a Performance Polo?

Everyday polos (like the Carter and Williams ranges) are typically made from polyester-cotton blends or pique fabric — they look professional and are comfortable for desk-based or light-activity work.

Performance polos (Active and Ace Performance ranges) use technical fabrics with moisture-wicking properties and four-way stretch — designed for physical work, sport, and environments where the wearer will be moving around and potentially sweating.

Can I Order Polos in My Brand Colours?

Each polo style is available in a range of colours. We’ll advise the closest available colour to your brand and confirm in the artwork proof before production begins.

What’s the Minimum Order for Branded Polos?

Most branded polo shirts start from 12 units, with better pricing at 25+ and 50+ units. Mixed size runs can be accommodated.

How Do I Order Branded Polo Shirts?

Send your logo and size requirements to the WPC team. We’ll advise on the best polo style for your needs, provide a quote, and produce an embroidery digitisation and artwork proof for your approval before production. Get started here →

Also see our guide to Promotional Products for NZ Sports Clubs & Fitness Studios.

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