Peter Millar occupies a rare space in men's clothing: genuinely premium quality without the flash that comes with many luxury labels. Founded in 2001, the brand started as a collection of dress shirts and quickly became a fixture in country clubs, boardrooms, and resort towns across America. Their reputation was built on fabrics that feel exceptional, construction that holds up season after season, and a restrained aesthetic that lets the quality speak for itself.

For big and tall men, Peter Millar is one of the few luxury brands that gets fit right in extended sizes. That's not an accident — their big and tall collection uses the same Crown and Crown Sport fabrics as their standard line, with patterns graded specifically for larger proportions. The result is clothing that actually drapes the way it's supposed to on a bigger frame, not just a scaled-up version of a smaller pattern.

The Peter Millar Story: From Dress Shirts to Golf Powerhouse

Peter Millar launched in Raleigh, North Carolina, with a simple premise: American men wanted dress shirts made from better fabrics with cleaner tailoring than what mass-market brands offered. The founders sourced Italian and Swiss cottons, partnered with skilled production facilities, and priced the line between department store brands and bespoke tailors. It worked. Within a few years, Peter Millar shirts were a quiet status symbol in professional circles.

The brand's pivot to golf and active lifestyle came naturally. Their performance fabrics — moisture-wicking, four-way stretch, UPF sun protection — translated perfectly to the course. Today, Peter Millar is the official apparel provider of multiple PGA Tour events and a staple in pro shops at top clubs nationwide. The Crown Sport line bridges golf and everyday wear with pieces that look polished enough for a restaurant patio but perform well enough for 18 holes in August heat.

Richemont, the Swiss luxury conglomerate that owns Cartier and Montblanc, acquired Peter Millar in 2012. That backing brought global sourcing power and expanded the brand's fabric partnerships without changing the design DNA. Peter Millar pieces still feel like they're made by people who care about details — contrast stitching, self-fabric collar stays, precisely matched patterns at seams.

Why Peter Millar Works for Big & Tall Men

Most luxury brands treat extended sizes as an afterthought. Peter Millar doesn't. Their big and tall offerings use the same premium fabrics and construction as their standard sizes, with proportional grading that accounts for how larger frames actually carry clothing. That distinction matters more than most men realize.

Peter Millar Stretch Jersey Performance Polo

Proportional cut, not just scaled up. Cheap extended sizing simply adds width and length to a standard pattern. The sleeves get too long, the shoulders too wide, and the body too boxy. Peter Millar re-grades their patterns for big and tall sizes — the shoulder points, armhole depth, sleeve taper, and body length are all adjusted independently. The result is a shirt that fits a 2XLT the way the medium fits a standard frame.

Fabric quality eliminates common problems. On larger frames, cheap fabrics fail faster — they pill at friction points, lose shape after washing, and wrinkle within hours. Peter Millar's Pima cotton pique, Crown Sport stretch jersey, and performance twill fabrics resist all of these issues. The Stretch Jersey Performance Polo holds its collar structure and color intensity wash after wash, even in big and tall sizes where the fabric covers more surface area.

Details that matter on bigger frames. Longer shirt tails that stay tucked. Reinforced side seams that handle more tension. Self-locking buttons that don't pop under stress. These details are invisible when everything's going right — but painfully obvious when they're missing.

Key Pieces: Peter Millar Big & Tall at Westport

Performance Polos

Peter Millar's polos are the brand's signature category, and for good reason. The Stretch Jersey Performance Polo is the foundation piece — a performance stretch jersey knit with a self-collar that holds its shape without looking stiff. It wicks moisture, resists fading, and comes in colors that work on and off the course. For bolder prints, browse the full Peter Millar polo collection for resort-ready patterns in performance stretch jersey.

Sport Shirts

Peter Millar sport shirts bridge the gap between a dress shirt and a casual button-down. Peter Millar's performance sport shirts feature wrinkle-resistant weaves with four-way stretch — they look crisp after a flight or a full day at the office. From twill to poplin, the collection offers lighter and heavier weights for year-round wear, with clean finishes that pack flat and resist creasing.

Outerwear and Layers

The Crown Comfort Quarter-Zip is one of the most versatile layering pieces in the collection — a lightweight pullover that works under a blazer in cooler months or on its own during spring golf rounds. The Sugar Stripe Perth Quarter-Zip adds a pattern option with the same performance stretch — a stripe that reads refined rather than loud. For warmer days, browse Peter Millar's sweaters and layers collection for UPF hoodies and lightweight knits that pack down to almost nothing. The brand's outerwear, from chore coats to vests, brings Peter Millar's characteristic attention to proportion and fabric quality.

Peter Millar Sugar Stripe Perth Quarter-Zip

Pants and Shorts

Peter Millar's Signature Sateen Trouser is a staple for business casual — flat-front construction with enough stretch to move comfortably through a full day. The fabric has a subtle sateen finish that elevates it above standard chinos. For weekends and the course, the Shackleford Performance Hybrid Short offers the same quality construction in a versatile cut that works on and off the course. For swim and resort wear, browse Peter Millar's full collection for trunks and casual shorts that bring resort-ready style to the pool or beach.

Peter Millar on the Course: Big & Tall Golf Apparel

Golf is where Peter Millar's performance fabrics and refined styling converge most naturally. The Crown Sport line is engineered for the course — UPF sun protection, four-way stretch for a full swing, and moisture management that handles a hot back nine. But unlike most golf brands, Peter Millar pieces look right at the 19th hole and the dinner reservation that follows.

For big and tall golfers, the fit advantages are significant. Standard golf brands often produce extended sizes that are simply wider and longer, creating a boxy silhouette that restricts the swing and looks sloppy. Peter Millar's graded patterns maintain the athletic cut through the shoulders and chest while providing appropriate room through the midsection. The Peter Millar performance polo collection demonstrates this — bold, course-ready prints and solid colors in a performance knit that moves with your swing rather than against it. And the entire Peter Millar Golf Collection will have you playing your best rounds yet.

Peter Millar Shackleford Performance Hybrid Shorts

If you're building a big and tall golf wardrobe, start with three to four Peter Millar polos in solid and print options, a pair of their performance pants or shorts, and a quarter-zip for early morning tee times. That core set handles most rounds and transitions easily to lunch or dinner after.

How to Style Peter Millar for Different Occasions

Business casual: Pair a Peter Millar sport shirt with the Signature Sateen Trouser and a leather belt. Add a blazer for client meetings. This combination hits the sweet spot between polished and relaxed — sharp enough for the office, comfortable enough for a full day.

Weekend and resort: The Stretch Jersey Performance Polo with the Shackleford Hybrid Short and clean loafers is effortless resort style. Swap the polo for a short-sleeve sport shirt for a slightly dressier evening look.

Golf to dinner: Start with a print polo and performance pants for the round. After golf, swap for a fresh solid polo and you're dinner-ready without needing a full outfit change. Peter Millar's fabrics look elevated enough for most restaurants, even at a resort.

Shop Peter Millar Big & Tall at Westport

Westport Big & Tall carries one of the largest Peter Millar big and tall selections available online. Every piece is curated for fit and quality, and our team knows the line inside and out — we can tell you which shirts run trim, which polos are best for the course versus the office, and exactly how each piece will fit your specific build. Browse polos, sport shirts, pants, sweaters, and accessories from the full Peter Millar collection.