Aurelien is a small direct-to-consumer label built almost entirely around linen polos, made in Portugal, at roughly EUR 145 (no confirmed direct USD listing at time of writing). It is the closest true peer in this series: another small brand, another linen-focused catalog, a genuinely different price.
| Brand | Price | Construction | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aurelien | ~$157 (EUR 145) | Small DTC label, linen-jersey knit | The closest direct peer for a linen polo specifically |
| Squalo Roma | $70-$105 | Cuban/open collar, fine-gauge knit, Mediterranean cut | Everyday warm-weather wear at an accessible price |
What Aurelien does differently
A linen-jersey knit construction specifically for polos, made in Portugal, sold direct with no wholesale markup. That focus is the brand: a small catalog built around doing one linen polo construction very well, rather than a wide range of fabrics and silhouettes.
Where Squalo Roma fits against Aurelien
A lower price for a comparable small-label, linen-focused catalog. Squalo Roma's knit polos ($70-$105) and linen pieces ($67-$148) run a wider range of constructions (fine-gauge knit, woven linen, Cuban collar) rather than Aurelien's single linen-jersey polo focus. Both are small labels chasing the same Mediterranean aesthetic at different points on the price and range spectrum.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Aurelien made?
Portugal, in 100% linen, per the brand's own product listing.
How does Aurelien compare to Squalo Roma on price?
Aurelien's linen polos list at roughly EUR 145. Squalo Roma's knit polos run $70-$105, generally lower once converted, though Aurelien does not publish a direct USD price to compare exactly.
What is the difference in range between the two brands?
Aurelien focuses narrowly on linen-jersey polos. Squalo Roma covers a wider range of constructions, fine-gauge knit polos, woven linen shirts, and trousers, at a similar aesthetic direction.