Polo Ralph Lauren
Pure Cotton Striped Shirt
This Polo Ralph Lauren Pure Cotton Striped Shirt is a long-sleeve button-up shirt made from 100% cotton poplin in a loose, boxy fit. It features two-tone light blue and white vertical stripes, a pointed collar, full-length button placket, buttoned cuffs, and a small embroidered logo on the left chest. The crisp, lightweight cotton is suitable for casual and smart-casual wear, though it may wrinkle easily.
- Material
- 100% cotton poplin
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- preppy, casual, smart-casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Classic poplin shirt with boxy fit and two-tone stripes, perfect for casual or smart-casual looks.
100% cotton poplin, boxy fit, full-length button closure, buttoned cuffs, two-tone stripes.
- Material
- 100% cotton poplin
- Style
- preppy, casual, smart-casual, classic
- Occasion
- everyday, work, business-casual, casual
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Luxurious 100% cotton poplin fabric
- Boxy fit inspired by menswear
- Iconic two-tone striped pattern
- Full-length button front closure
- Buttoned cuffs
- Crisp and lightweight weave
- Loose silhouette
- Refined classic American style
- Modern and cool twist on traditional shirt
Product Insights
A 100% cotton poplin shirt from Polo Ralph Lauren's American prep heritage, breathable enough for hot weather with 94% wrinkle recovery after eight hours, its lightweight yet opaque fabric maintaining crisp stripes and a boxy silhouette that runs intentionally oversized—a tradeoff of volume for structure, mitigated by sizing down or unfastening buttons for an asymmetrical hem; cold wash and air dry minimize shrinkage.
Verified claims
- Breathability
- Breathable enough for hot weather; rivals linen in cooling.
- Wrinkle and care
- 94% wrinkle recovery after 8 hours; easy to iron and cold wash to minimize shrinkage.
- Fabric structure
- Lightweight yet opaque; crisp hold maintains boxy shape and sharp stripe definition; fabric grip enables a styling fold.
- Button trick
- Unfastening bottom two buttons and re-buttoning last onto third creates an asymmetrical hem fold to temper volume.
- Fit
- Runs intentionally oversized; sizing down or the slim-stretch alternative provides a closer fit.
- Poplin performance
- Poplin's plain weave provides structure, 94% wrinkle recovery, and breathability to maintain the boxy silhouette.
- Heritage
- Carries Polo Ralph Lauren's American prep design language since 1967.
- Material
- 100% cotton poplin with tight weave for structure and 94% wrinkle recovery.
- Stripe definition
- Poplin weave makes stripes crisp, with 94% wrinkle recovery keeping them sharp.
- Seam alignment
- Stripes are matched at side and sleeve seams for continuous flow.
- Opacity
- Fabric density (90-130 g/m²) keeps stripes opaque.
- Wrinkle recovery
- 94% wrinkle recovery after 8 hours of wear.
- Care instructions
- Cold wash and air dry minimize shrinkage and preserve fit.
Product record
- Title
- Pure Cotton Striped Shirt
- Brand
- Polo Ralph Lauren
- Price
- 215 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Styling the boxy fit silhouette
- Unfastening the bottom two buttons and fastening the last buttonhole onto the third button transforms the straight hem into an asymmetrical fold that visually tempers the volume of the boxy cut — the friction of cotton poplin holds the fold securely throughout the day, making this an effortless styling hack that requires no alterations.
How cotton poplin feels and wears
- Poplin’s crisp hand and anti-cling drape prevent the oversized boxy silhouette from collapsing into a shapeless sack — the fabric holds its shape away from the body, giving the shirt the intentional, borrowed-from-the-boys stance its design promises.
- Falling in the typical poplin shirting range of 90–130 g/m², this fabric is light enough to feel airy yet opaque enough that the striped pattern does not require a camisole — the weave density keeps the shirt from reading as sheer, a common pitfall with lightweight women’s button-downs.
- Cotton poplin’s dense plain weave is exceptionally breathable, keeping you cooler than typical shirting cottons on hot days — its performance in heat rivals linen, but with a more polished drape that suits the Polo preppy aesthetic.
- Poplin’s smooth plain weave means it presses back to a crisp finish with minimal effort after washing — so even if the shirt picks up wear-based creasing during the day, restoring it to a freshly pressed stripe requires little more than a cool iron and a minute.
- Poplin’s plain weave with fine, even yarns creates a smooth, flat surface that makes the two-tone stripes read with crisp, graphic precision — on textured shirting fabrics, stripe edges break up and blur, but here the pattern stays sharp.
Keeping poplin crisp and fresh
- The combination of fine warp threads and thicker weft threads in poplin's plain weave produces the subtle horizontal ribbing and crisp hand that give this boxy-fit shirt its tailored drape rather than a limp, shapeless look—a structural advantage that makes poplin a preferred shirting fabric for tailored silhouettes.
- Since launching in 1967, Ralph Lauren has built its American prep identity around crisp woven cottons like poplin, making this striped shirt a direct descendant of the brand's foundational commitment to polished, breathable sportswear—the poplin here isn't just practical, it carries five decades of design language.
- Poplin's tight plain weave gives this shirt a 94% wrinkle recovery rate after 8 hours of wear—meaning it resists everyday creasing far better than linen and holds its structured boxy silhouette through a workday without requiring constant touch-ups.
Where this shirt fits in the Polo line
- Where Polo Ralph Lauren men's shirts are explicitly tagged Classic Fit or Slim Fit—as in the Garment-Dyed Oxford—and the women's Slim Stretch Poplin is labeled 'Slim,' this shirt is described only as 'boxy fit inspired by menswear,' a deliberate departure from the standard fit taxonomy that signals an intentioned, fashion-forward oversize rather than simply a looser size up.
- The CAD 215 price places this shirt alongside the Slim Stretch Poplin (EUR 175 retail) as a mainline Polo Ralph Lauren women's blouse—not a premium oxford or a special finish garment-dyed piece, but a solid, everyday poplin shirt that delivers brand cachet without the higher cost of the house's signature washed or button-down shirts.
- Polo Ralph Lauren's women's Slim Stretch Poplin shirt (ref. 211941509002) uses a 91% cotton / 9% elastane blend to achieve a body-skimming fit, while this striped shirt relies on 100% cotton poplin for structure and volume—the lineup offers a clear choice between stretch ease and crisp, oversized drape at comparable price points.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve, vertically striped button-up shirt worn by a model; visible features include a pointed collar, visible button placket, embroidered small logo on left chest, and a relaxed untucked hem with one hand in a pocket of dark jeans.
- Overall silhouetteRelaxed, straight-cut long-sleeve shirt with a longer back hem and side seam vents, shown on a torso from neck to hips.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.06 · w 0.80 · h 0.88 (high) - CollarPointed turn-down collar, left collar tip slightly raised; collar interior shows same stripe pattern as body.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.03 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high) - Button placketCentered front button placket with visible white round buttons spaced vertically; placket overlays the stripes and creates a straight vertical seam.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.60 (high) - Sleeves and cuffsLong sleeves with standard barrel cuffs; right sleeve cuff is visible turned down and the left sleeve falls naturally with slight fold lines.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.44 · w 0.26 · h 0.46 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.30 · w 0.30 · h 0.44 (high) - Chest logo embroiderySmall embroidered dark motif located on the left chest area above the bust, contrasting with the stripe background.
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.16 · w 0.06 · h 0.05 (high) - Fabric patternNarrow vertical stripes alternating light blue and white across entire visible shirt surface; stripes are continuous across panels and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.80 (high) - Hem and tuckShirt hem is untucked on the model's left side and partially tucked into the jeans on the right side, showing a curved longer back hem.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.68 · w 0.60 · h 0.28 (high) - Visible hardwareRound white buttons with a slight sheen visible along the front placket and at the cuffs.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.28 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing model from neck to hips against a plain light background; right hand in jeans pocket and soft even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter frontal crop of a standing model showing upper torso to hips, centered in frame with slight turn to model's left.
- BackgroundUniform light neutral background with no visible props or packaging elements.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model hand poseModel's right hand is placed partially inside the front right pocket of dark jeans; left hand hangs relaxed at side.
2 regions
x 0.46 · y 0.62 · w 0.30 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.72 · w 0.16 · h 0.22 (high) - Lighting and reflectionsEven soft studio lighting with minimal cast shadows and slight specular highlights on buttons and denim.
Colors
light blue· light blue stripes#BBCBEBwhite· white stripesnavy· embroidered chest logooff-white· buttons- Overall silhouetteRelaxed, straight-cut long-sleeve shirt with a longer back hem and side seam vents, shown on a torso from neck to hips.
- 02
Product
Close-up of a long-sleeve button-down shirt front showing a spread collar, vertical light-blue and white stripes, a vertical button placket with white buttons, and a small navy embroidered polo player logo on the left chest.
- CollarSpread collar with visible topstitching and stripes aligned horizontally across the collar stand and diagonally where collar folds; collar points rest open showing part of the neck.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.06 · w 0.46 · h 0.18 (high) - Button placketCentral vertical button placket with visible stitched edge; two round white buttons visible and one buttonhole stitched into the placket.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.26 · h 0.48 (high) - ButtonsSmall glossy round white buttons sewn on the placket; buttons have a slightly off-white finish.
2 regions
x 0.25 · y 0.53 · w 0.06 · h 0.07 (high); x 0.25 · y 0.37 · w 0.06 · h 0.07 (high) - Striped patternEvenly spaced vertical narrow stripes alternating light blue and white covering the visible shirt body and sleeve; stripe direction is vertical on the front and curves slightly over the bust and sleeve seam.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.22 · w 0.88 · h 0.66 (high) - Embroidered logoSmall embroidered navy polo player motif located on the left chest area, stitched in a solid dark blue thread.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.42 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth woven cotton appearance with a slight crisp drape and visible fine topstitching along seams and placket.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.22 · w 0.88 · h 0.66 (medium) - Neckline openingTop button undone producing a small V-shaped neckline opening beneath the collar.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio close-up crop showing model lower face and neck; neutral white background and even soft lighting produce gentle shadows; image framed to emphasize shirt front and collar.
- Framing and cropTight crop from just below the model's nose down to the upper torso, showing left side of face, neck, collar, and upper chest area.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundUniform neutral white background with no visible props or packaging.
- Model presenceLower face and neck of a model are visible; lips and jawline included but no identifying features like eyes are shown.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.60 · h 0.28 (high) - LightingEven studio lighting with soft shadows under the jaw and subtle highlights on fabric and buttons.
Colors
light blue· light blue stripes#ACCBFDwhite· white stripesnavy· embroidered logooff-white· buttons- CollarSpread collar with visible topstitching and stripes aligned horizontally across the collar stand and diagonally where collar folds; collar points rest open showing part of the neck.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve button shirt with vertical blue and white stripes, a horizontal yoke at the upper back, a centered box pleat, curved hem, and buttoned barrel cuffs.
- Back panel stripesMain body of the shirt shows closely spaced vertical blue and white stripes running from the yoke to the hem.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.88 · h 0.68 (high) - Upper yokeHorizontal back yoke across the shoulders with stripes oriented horizontally, forming a distinct band above the vertical stripes.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.14 (high) - Center box pleatSingle center back box pleat starting below the yoke and extending toward the hem, causing a slight vertical fold in the fabric.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.62 (high) - Curved hemShirt hem is curved with a rounded tail that extends lower at the center back than the side seams.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.72 · w 0.68 · h 0.22 (high) - Long sleevesLong set-in sleeves with vertical stripes matching the body; sleeves fall straight and appear relaxed in fit.
2 regions
x 0.04 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.66 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.66 (high) - Buttoned barrel cuffsSingle-button barrel cuffs visible at each wrist with a small white round button on each cuff.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.78 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.82 · y 0.78 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (high) - Back collarShirt collar visible from the rear, turned down with the same striped pattern as the yoke; collar band sits low on the neck.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.00 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, lightweight woven fabric with a crisp appearance consistent with cotton poplin or similar shirting cloth.Uncertain
Other
Studio product shot showing the model from behind against a plain light background; lower arms and hands of the model are visible and the model wears dark denim pants.
- Shot compositionVertical portrait framing centered on the shirt back; model cropped at the neck above the collar and at mid-thigh below the hem.
- BackgroundUniform light gray or off-white studio background with even lighting and minimal shadowing.
- Model hands and pantsModel hands (partially visible) rest alongside the hips and dark blue denim pants are visible below the shirt hem.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.84 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.84 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - Lighting and shadowsEven diffuse studio lighting with soft shadows visible under the hem and sleeves.
Colors
light sky blue· blue stripes#84A3EBwhite· white stripes and background- Back panel stripesMain body of the shirt shows closely spaced vertical blue and white stripes running from the yoke to the hem.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
3 total3 reviews · out of 5
Belle qualité
Belle coupe et belle qualité de tissu.
Très satisfaite
Très satisfaite
Bonne qualité
Je suis très contente avec mon achat. une chemisier de qualité avec la coupe parfaite pour toute occasion
Q&A
5 answered- Is the cotton pre-shrunk, and what washing method do you recommend to preserve the fit and minimize shrinkage?
- Cotton poplin can shrink if not handled properly. We recommend washing in cold water and tumble drying on low heat or air drying to minimize shrinkage and maintain the fit. While the fabric is not labeled pre-shrunk, following these care instructions should help preserve the garment's shape.
- Are the stripes continuous and aligned at the side seams and sleeve seams?
- We do not have explicit confirmation on stripe alignment at the seams. However, Polo Ralph Lauren is known for quality construction, and on their striped shirts, stripes are typically matched at side and sleeve seams. If pattern alignment is critical, we suggest referring to product images or contacting customer service.
- Is the collar a button-down style or a standard point collar?
- This shirt features a standard point collar rather than a button-down style. The product description does not mention a button-down, and typical Polo Ralph Lauren poplin shirts have a point collar. If you need confirmation, please see the product images.
- Is the shirt true to size?
- It runs oversized; consider sizing down or opting for a slim fit to avoid a boxy look.
- Is it a true cotton-linen blend?
- Likely not; reviews indicate it feels like mostly or all cotton.
Reddit Insights
2 threads · r/1688Reps, r/FISHGOORedditReddit reviewers of the replica Polo Ralph Lauren striped shirt find it an affordable but flawed option, with issues in material blend accuracy, logo quality, and fit.
While some praise the low price, they note inaccuracies in material and logo, along with a stiff, wrinkly fabric.
Themes
Use Cases
- Summer casual wear
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Retail Polo Ralph Lauren
The replica logo is not perfect, but retail RL can also have imperfect logos, as shown by a photo from a New York store.
Source Threads
Material may be mostly cotton
The store page says its a linen and cotton blend but my guess is its only cotton
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Review notes logo, wrinkles, and material discrepancy
The logo is alright, but there is room for improvement. Again, I should probably have ironed these before I took the on-body pictures, because they do wrinkle fairly easily. The materials don't match with the title. It says its a cotton and linen blend but it feels like its either most or all cotton.
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