Buttons, tight sleeves, and reaching overhead can turn putting on a shirt into a struggle. The Joe & Bella Men’s Everyday Polo is an adaptive men’s polo shirt made to make dressing simpler.

Joe & Bella sent me one to review.

Below, I cover who this shirt is for, the side snap features, how the fabric feels, and answers to common questions about sizes, colors, washing, and Parkinson’s tremors.

The Joe & Bella Men’s Everyday Polo is ideal for older men requiring help dressing due to its innovative side seam snaps.

When opened, these hidden snaps allow the polo to fully open like a robe so arms can be easily slid in without lifting hands overhead or twisting shoulders. This avoids pain and difficulty for men with restricted mobility.

The polo’s soft, stretchy fabric also ensures comfortable dressing. Once snapped closed, the classic polo look is regained, so men avoid wearing bulky adaptive styles.

In summary, the discreet side access design provides easy assisted or independent dressing while letting older men maintain their preferred polo style.

Joe And Bella Men's Everyday Polo

Who This Shirt Is For

The Joe & Bella Men’s Everyday Polo is an excellent option for:

• Senior men who have difficulty lifting their arms overhead or restricting their shoulder mobility when dressing
• Anyone with limited arm, hand, or finger mobility due to conditions like arthritis, Parkinson’s disease, tremors, or other mobility issues
• Men requiring assistance from a caregiver for dressing

This adaptive polo allows men to dress independently or with just minimal help, while still maintaining a classic, stylish look.

Key Features Making Dressing Easier

What makes this men’s polo stand out is the innovative side-seam opening design:

• Snaps run discreetly along the left side seam from the bottom hem up through the shoulder
• Unfastening the snaps allows the shirt to open up fully like a robe for easy arm access
• Snaps are hidden so the shirt looks like a normal polo when closed
• Shoulder is cut wider on the left side to allow access to the arm opening when unsnapped
• Snaps ensure the shirt stays securely closed when fastened

The fabric is ultra-comfortable 100% cotton with 4-way stretch. This, along with the slick feel, allows it to glide easily over the skin for dressing.

Unlike some bulky adaptive clothing, the discreet side-seam snaps give it a smooth, tailored look for everyday wear. It pairs well with their side zip chino pants too. If you want something similar, open backed shirts for older adults are another choice.

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FAQ

Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about this adaptive men’s polo:

What sizes are available?

The Joe & Bella Everyday Polo comes in sizes Small through 3XL. Refer to the size chart on the product site to ensure the best fit.

What colors can I get?

This polo is currently available in Dark Navy, Black, and Sky Blue.

Can it be worn untucked or tucked in?

This versatile polo shirt looks great either tucked or untucked. The length is designed for both wearing styles.

Does it have to be dry cleaned?

The 100% cotton fabric can be machine washed cold and tumble dried low. No special cleaning required.

Is this shirt good for Parkinson’s tremors?

It may help, since the shirt opens wide and needs no overhead reach. The snaps take some finger control, which can be hard with tremors, so check with their doctor or occupational therapist. Another option for Parkinson’s is the Joe & Bella Magnetic Button Shirt.

Conclusion

For men needing an adaptive shirt for arthritis, limited mobility, or Parkinson’s, the Joe & Bella Everyday Polo is worth a look. It can help men dress easily and keep their independence.

The discreet side-opening design offers a classic polo look perfect for everyday wear.