Report Collection
Mini-Pattern Cotton-Linen Shirt Regular Fit
This is a regular-fit, short-sleeve button-down shirt from the Report Collection at Le 31, crafted from a lightweight and breathable cotton-linen fabric with a subtle slub texture. It features an allover mini navy pattern on an off-white base, a button-down collar, a left chest patch pocket, a back yoke with a center pleat, and a curved hem with side vents. It is intended for casual warm-weather wear and has a customer rating of 4 out of 5 based on one review.
- Material
- cotton-linen
- Style
- smart-casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Lightweight cotton-linen shirt with mini-pattern, regular fit and button-down collar.
Button-down collar, chest patch pocket, lightweight breathable fabric.
- Material
- cotton-linen
- Secondary
- linen
- Style
- smart-casual, classic
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- male
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- regular fit
- button-down collar
- chest patch pocket
- lightweight and breathable cotton-linen fabric
Product Insights
The Mini-Pattern Cotton-Linen Shirt from Report Collection (a 40-year menswear heritage brand) pairs a refined mini-pattern with a 55/45 cotton-linen blend that wrinkles less than pure linen, wicks sweat, dries faster than cotton, and softens with washing. Its regular fit runs large—buyers must size down—and the shirt is best cared for with cold water, steaming, and wide hangers to maintain shape; hot water causes shrinkage. At a sale price of CA$39.95, it delivers 40 years of pattern refinement below fast-fashion prices, trading off a generous cut for a crisp, moisture-managing, and heritage-grounded garment.
- Sizing
One verified buyer reports the shirt runs large; size down a full step for a better fit.
Why this is supported
The sole verified buyer review describes the fit as
'un peu grande'
Real-world fit and sizing guidance — pierre_luc_p_s_size_down_note, with the reviewer (normally a Medium) wishing for a Small, directly advising others to size down. The brand provides a dress-shirt size chart as a rough baseline, but the review suggests sizing down a full step for a closer fit.
- Wrinkle resistance
Cotton-linen (55/45) wrinkles less than pure linen; slub hides creases.
Why this is supported
The 55% linen, 45% cotton blend reduces creasing compared to pure linen. One source confirms it
doesn’t overly crease like other linen shirts
marksandspencer.com. Additionally, the weave's irregular slubs help conceal minor wrinkles, as linen
has a bit of texture - those tiny slubs and irregularities you see in the weave.
pierstbarth.com. Over time, the fabric softens without pilling, giving the shirt a lived-in suppleness.
A fabric care resource notes that
Linen is crisp and gets softer with every wash, developing a lived-in comfort that feels effortless.
pierstbarth.comThis supports the claim that the blend softens over time and resists pilling, a trait experienced makers prioritize.
- Care routine
Cold wash, ordered steaming, damp removal, and wide hanger keep the shirt crisp.
Why this is supported
Cold-water washing prevents shrinkage; one source recommends
washing linen and cotton with cold water.
fountainsatroseville.comFor steaming, start with
1. Collar and placket 2. Cuffs and sleeve front 3. Front body, especially the midsection
linenminimal.com, then let it
cools and “sets” in a smoother shape
linenminimal.comafter steaming. When tumble drying, pull the shirt at
80–90% dry—still a little cool and pliable
linenminimal.comto prevent wrinkles from setting. For storage, choose
a wider hanger
linenminimal.comto avoid shoulder bumps.
- Fit
Buyers find the regular fit runs large, recommend sizing down.
Why this is supported
One verified buyer described the fit as
un peu grande
Real-world fit and sizing guidance — pierre_luc_p_s_size_down_note(a bit large) and recommended sizing down from a Medium to a Small for a more fitted drape.
- Moisture management
Wicks sweat and dries faster than pure cotton.
Why this is supported
linen wicks and releases that moisture much faster, which is why it rarely feels sticky or damp.
pierstbarth.comThis means the shirt stays dry in humid conditions and dries quickly after laundering.
- Comfort
The blend is smooth against skin and softens with washing.
Why this is supported
Linen is crisp and gets softer with every wash, developing a lived-in comfort that feels effortless.
pierstbarth.comThis means the fabric becomes increasingly supple and pleasant against the skin as it ages.
- Shrinkage
Washing in hot water shrinks the shirt; cold water preserves fit.
Why this is supported
linen naturally constricts, particularly during the first wash cycle. That's why we always recommend washing linen and cotton with cold water.
fountainsatroseville.comSo washing in cold water preserves the shirt's fit.
- Texture and pattern
Linen slubs reduce visible creases and add organic depth to the mini-pattern.
Why this is supported
The linen slubs create a natural texture that
Visually, linen has a bit of texture - those tiny slubs and irregularities you see in the weave.
pierstbarth.comThis texture diffuses small creases and adds visual depth to the shirt's allover print. The cotton-linen blend also means the shirt
doesn’t overly crease like other linen shirts
marksandspencer.comand the slub gives it
beautiful texture and character
propercloth.com. The pattern remains crisp even after being worn because the slubs make creases less noticeable. Additionally, over repeated washes the linen softens but retains its slub, so the shirt
gets softer with every wash, developing a lived-in comfort that feels effortless
pierstbarth.com, maintaining its visual appeal over time.
- Heritage
Report Collection's 40 years of menswear manufacturing ensures a refined regular fit and consistent sizing.
Why this is supported
Report Collection states
OVER 40 YEARS OF MENSWEAR
reportcollection.comon its site, and founder Henri Abitan adds
Looking good and feeling good go hand -in-hand and our shirts make you feel like the best version of yourself.
reportcollection.comThese statements together with the company's long history support the claim that the shirt benefits from decades of pattern refinement and consistent sizing.
- Value
CA$39.95 sale price provides 40-year heritage pattern refinement below fast-fashion prices.
Why this is supported
Report Collection’s site states
OVER 40 YEARS OF MENSWEAR
reportcollection.com, and at a sale price of CA$39.95 this heritage is offered at a cost that undercuts many fast-fashion items, delivering pattern refinement from decades of experience.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Short-sleeve white button-up shirt with a repeating small navy motif, button-down collar, single chest pocket and visible inner-placket contrast trim; fabric shows a subtle slub texture consistent with a cotton-linen blend.
- Overall shape and fitShort-sleeve, regular-length button-up shirt worn untucked with a slightly curved hem and a relaxed regular fit across the torso.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.76 (high) - Fabric textureLight-colored woven fabric with a subtle slub or irregular yarn texture visible on the shirt surface, consistent across body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (medium) - PatternEvenly distributed small navy motif repeated across the shirt face and sleeves; motifs are small and regularly spaced.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.58 · h 0.60 (high) - Chest pocketSingle patch pocket on the left chest with the pocket opening aligned to the shirt's pattern.
1 region
x 0.53 · y 0.26 · w 0.16 · h 0.16 (high) - CollarButton-down shirt collar with visible collar points and small collar buttons fastening the points to the shirt.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Placket and buttonsCenter front placket with visible round dark buttons; inner edge of the placket shows a narrow contrast trim with a thin red stripe.
2 regions
x 0.46 · y 0.24 · w 0.10 · h 0.58 (high); x 0.51 · y 0.30 · w 0.02 · h 0.36 (medium) - SleevesShort sleeves with a straight hem ending above the elbow; sleeve pattern matches body pattern.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.36 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high) - Hem and side seamCurved front hem with visible side seam and slight flare at the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.68 · w 0.36 · h 0.20 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot of the shirt worn by a model against a neutral light gray background with even soft lighting; model posed three-quarters left, hands near pockets, slight shadowing on background.
- Model and poseMale model shown from upper thighs to head in a three-quarter left pose, looking left and slightly up, left hand in pocket and right hand relaxed at side.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingEven neutral light gray studio background with soft directional lighting creating gentle shadows on the model's left side and faint shadow on the backdrop.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Visible garments not part of analyzed productDark navy pants are visible below the shirt and are worn by the model; they occupy the lower portion of the frame.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.74 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution studio image with clear detail and no motion blur.
Colors
off-white· shirt body#BDBCC2navy· mini patterndark gray· buttonsred trim· inner placket trim- Overall shape and fitShort-sleeve, regular-length button-up shirt worn untucked with a slightly curved hem and a relaxed regular fit across the torso.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve, collared button-up shirt in a light woven fabric with an allover small navy printed motif; features a back yoke with a central pleat and a curved hem with side vents.
- Silhouette and viewBack view of a short-sleeve, regular-length button-up shirt with a standard shirt collar, straight shoulders, and a gently curved hem that extends lower at center back.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.06 · w 0.70 · h 0.88 (high) - Back yoke and pleatHorizontal back yoke across the upper back with a single vertical box pleat centered beneath the yoke.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.07 · w 0.50 · h 0.14 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves with a straight, minimally tapered cut ending above mid-bicep; sleeve hems are simple folded hems without visible cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.15 · y 0.22 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.65 · y 0.22 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Hem and side ventsCurved hem with a visible side vent at the right side seam (viewer left), hemline finished with a narrow stitch.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.78 · w 0.42 · h 0.18 (medium) - Fabric textureLight woven fabric showing a faint slub or linen-like texture consistent with a cotton-linen blend; surface appears matte.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (medium) - Allover printed motifSmall, regularly spaced navy printed motifs repeated across the entire visible back, sleeves, and collar area.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.64 · h 0.78 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model from behind against a neutral light gray background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadowing; image frames the model from head to upper thighs.
- Model and poseMale model photographed from the rear with head turned slightly to the viewer right, arms relaxed at sides; hands and part of navy pants visible.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.00 · w 0.80 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingEven neutral light gray studio background with soft, diffuse lighting and minimal cast shadow.
- Image crop and framingCentered composition cropping just above the head and near mid-thigh; full back of the shirt is visible.
Colors
white· shirt bodynavy blue· printed motif#241A15- Silhouette and viewBack view of a short-sleeve, regular-length button-up shirt with a standard shirt collar, straight shoulders, and a gently curved hem that extends lower at center back.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Report Collection
Floral Print Linen Cotton Short Sleeve Shirt
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Un peu grande
Un peu grande jMaieais du commander la Small pour m’assurer si ferait mieux