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The Legacy Of Polo By Ralph Lauren: A Streetwear Revolution Nobody Expected

Take Flight 214 · Oct 26, 2025 · published to YouTube

When I say the words Polo or Ralph Lauren, what comes to mind? A long history of upscale fashion? A 90s streetwear staple? A lasting American legacy brand? Either and all would be fitting considering the track record that Polo has established over the years. From country clubs to hip-hop videos, from Wall Street to the South Bronx, the Polo horse logo has galloped across nearly every corner of culture. Before Supreme, before BAPE, before Off-White — there was Polo. A luxury brand born in the suburbs that became a symbol of the streets. From the high-end boutiques of Manhattan to the corners of Brooklyn, Polo by Ralph Lauren became one of the first fashion bridges between prep and street. Today, we'll discuss the history of Polo and run down just how Ralph Lauren managed to gain a huge foothold in a demographic that he never originally sought out. I'm Nate the Great from Takeflight214

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