Welcome
What began as one family’s vision now dresses millions.
For over two decades Classic Polo has redefined everyday fashion for the modern Indian man. Founded with a spirit of innovation and craftsmanship, we blend timeless style with contemporary design to create clothing that inspires confidence and comfort.
From humble beginnings to becoming one of India’s most loved menswear brands, Classic Polo stands for quality, sustainability and integrity. Every garment is made in our zero liquid discharge facility — fashion that is responsible and respectful of nature.
Mission
To craft menswear that blends comfort, confidence and conscious living, empowering every man to look good, feel good and do good — through fashion that is both stylish and sustainable.
Vision
To be a globally recognised Indian lifestyle brand, built on trust, innovation and environmental responsibility, setting new benchmarks in quality, ethics and design excellence.
Leadership
The people who built it
R. Gopalakrishnan
R. Gopalakrishnan
Founder Chairman
- Royal Classic Mills, est. 1991
- 38+ years in textiles
- Diploma in Textile Technology
- Fibre-to-fashion engineering
Mr. R. Gopalakrishnan followed his father into the family textile business, and in 1991 established Royal Classic Mills (P) Ltd with the intent of taking it considerably further.
He has steered the company for three decades of consistent growth. With a Diploma in Textile Technology and more than 38 years of experience, his expertise spans the entire manufacturing chain, from fibre through to finished fashion.
Under his stewardship the company has grown into a textile major with revenues of INR 700 crores across export and domestic segments, now known as Royal Classic Mills.
T. R. Sivaram
T. R. Sivaram
Managing Director
- 28 years as Managing Director
- Civil Engineer by training
- Fabric exports and garment manufacturing
- Brand development and retail
Mr. T. R. Sivaram has served as Managing Director for the past 28 years. A civil engineer by training, he brings wide experience across fabric exports, garment manufacturing, brand development and retail.
He oversees Classic Polo and its omni-channel presence across India and other Asian markets. Today the brand stands as a prime menswear solution in the mid-premium category of India’s organised retail industry, with a growing base of repeat customers.
Since 2001
25 years of sustainable fashion
2001
The Beginning
What started as a small dream became a meaningful journey built on passion, dedication and trust.
2003
First Store
A milestone that turned the dream into something real. Opening our very first store was more than a business achievement.
2008
Growing Trust
A milestone that turned our dream into reality. Opening our very first store was more than just a business achievement.
2016
Fashion For All
We embraced the belief that fashion is for everyone, offering inclusive styles designed for every personality, generation and occasion.
2023
Stronger Together
Over the years our customers became more than supporters. They became family.
2026
The Future Forward
As we mark 25 years we look ahead with gratitude and ambition, driven by innovation and sustainability.
The group today
1991
Royal Classic Mills founded in Tirupur
25 yrs
Of the Classic Polo brand, since 2001
₹700 Cr
Group revenue, export and domestic
38+ yrs
Of leadership experience in textiles
