Wine Club Polos and Quarter-Zips

Wine club polos and quarter-zips solve two distinct roles: distinguishing the host of any given tasting from the general member group, and giving founders or organizers a piece that reads as leadership without feeling formal. Below are the embroidered polos and quarter-zips that fit wine club aesthetics, the embroidery layout, and pricing math for a small founders-and-hosts apparel program.

The Premium Cotton Pique Polo: Default Host Piece

The Men's Premium Cotton Pique Polo and Women's Premium Cotton Pique Polo (Gildan, $41.95 Free, $34.88 VIP) are the default host pieces. Embroidered club logo on the left chest, HOST or specific role on the right sleeve. Comfortable enough to wear all evening through a long tasting.

The Sport-Tek Performance Polo: Warm-Weather Hosting

For warm-weather outdoor tastings or winery patios, the Men's Performance Polo (Sport-Tek, $41.93 Free, $34.88 VIP) and Ladies' Moisture Wicking Polo handle the heat better than cotton. Same embroidery layout.

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Quarter-Zips For Travel and Cool Tastings

For wine club trips to wineries or cool-evening tastings:

• Men's Performance Quarter-Zip Pullover ($35.95 Free, $29.88 VIP).
• Ladies' Quarter-Zip Pullover ($35.95 Free, $29.88 VIP).

The zip lets members adjust as temperatures shift through the evening. Common pick for hosts traveling to other members' homes.

Embroidery Layout That Reads Premium

The embroidery layout that works:

• Left chest: Club logo, 3 inches wide.
• Right sleeve: Role title — HOST, FOUNDER, EVENT CHAIR, MEMBERSHIP.
• Optional left sleeve: Year of founding or current year.

Each piece can be customized with the specific member role at order time.

Budget Math For A 6-Person Founders and Hosts Set

For 4 founding members and 2 rotating hosts each ordering one polo and one quarter-zip:

Item	VIP Base	Retail	Per Item
Embroidered Polo	$34.88	$48	+$13.12
Embroidered Quarter-Zip	$29.88	$45	+$15.12
Total per member	$64.76	$93.00	+$28.24

6 members x $28.24 = $169.44 to the club from the founders apparel run.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can each host have a different sleeve title?

Yes. Each polo and quarter-zip is embroidered with the specific role at order time. HOST, FOUNDER, MEMBERSHIP CHAIR, EVENT CHAIR.

Should every member get a polo?

Most clubs reserve polos for hosts and founders. General members wear the club tee. The polo signifies a specific role in the club's gathering.

Are these formal enough for restaurant tastings?

The embroidered polos read smart casual — appropriate for most restaurant and wine bar settings where the club might gather.

How long does embroidery take?

Same one-week shipping window as printed pieces. Embroidery does not slow delivery.