Contemporaine
Stretch Poplin Shirt
This long-sleeve stretch poplin shirt from Contemporaine by Simons is a semi-slim fit dress shirt crafted from a polished stretch organic cotton blend. Designed in Canada, it features a spread collar, front button placket with shiny tone-on-tone buttons, long sleeves with buttoned cuffs, and a curved hem with a back yoke and vertical shaping seams. Available in light blue, it is suitable for business or dressy casual wear.
Color
Size
Specifications
- Material
- 75% organic cotton, 21% nylon, 4% elastane
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
Contemporaine's Stretch Poplin Shirt offers a semi-slim, true-to-size fit that allows full motion through stretch without button gaping, while the nylon-spandex poplin weave resists wrinkles and pilling, holds sharp creases for day-long polish, and recovers shape after wear. The synthetic blend reduces breathability compared to pure cotton, but the subtle sheen and crisp finish make it suitable for evening wear. Exclusively sold through Simons at $99 CAD, it balances durability and refined appearance with a trade-off in airiness.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Semi-slim fit is true to size; stretch gives full motion without a relaxed fit or button gaping.
- Shape retention
- Nylon-spandex and poplin weave help the shirt hold its shape through daily wear and laundry.
- Wrinkle resistance
- Poplin weave resists wrinkles; light ironing after washing restores a crisp look.
- Breathability
- Synthetic blend reduces breathability, making it less airy than 100% cotton poplin.
- Sheen
- Poplin fabric has a very slight sheen that gives the shirt a refined finish.
- Crease retention
- Poplin holds sharp creases, keeping collar and cuffs crisp all day.
- Durability
- Resists wrinkles, pilling, and retains shape after wear.
- Shape recovery
- Cotton-nylon-elastane blend recovers shape after stretching to prevent sagging.
- Pilling resistance
- Tight poplin weave with nylon minimizes pilling.
- Fabric
- Resists pilling from tight weave and nylon; natural wrinkle resistance needs only light ironing.
- Appearance
- Subtle sheen from poplin; holds sharp crease for polished look.
- Exclusivity
- Designed in Canada and sold exclusively through Simons, offering boutique discovery at $99 CAD.
- Evening versatility
- Black colorway's subtle sheen catches light elegantly for evening occasions.
- Day-long polish
- Fabric holds crease, resists wrinkles, and stays smooth with minimal pilling.
- Crispness
- Poplin’s subtle sheen and wrinkle resistance keep the shirt crisp with light ironing only.
Product record
- Title
- Stretch Poplin Shirt
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 99 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
What polished poplin means for look and feel
- Unlike matte-finish cottons such as oxford or chambray, poplin carries a natural slight luster from its smooth face — the Croft Mill guide notes 'a very slight sheen, which adds a lovely finish' — making this black shirt especially effective at catching light elegantly rather than absorbing it flatly, a plus for evening wear or layering under a blazer.
- Poplin 'holds a sharp crease beautifully' — a trait documented by Moda Material — meaning the collar, cuffs, and front placket maintain their structure and a defined edge, which is critical for a semi-slim button-up intended to look neat over a full office day.
- Poplin's dense warp threads — often packed at twice the frequency of the weft — produce a nearly featureless, pill-resistant face that keeps the shirt looking crisp and clean through long wear, unlike looser weaves that can fuzz or lose shape after a few hours.
How the cotton-nylon blend performs and wears
- At 4% elastane, the fabric falls within the 3–5% light-stretch range used for T-shirts and dresses, giving the shirt enough give to allow a full range of arm motion and prevent button gaping without turning into a clingy, body-hugging top.
- Combining nylon with elastane gives the shirt a stronger shape memory than a cotton-elastane blend alone — after a long day of sitting or a wash, the cuffs and hem return to their intended drape with less puckering at the seams, a benefit of nylon’s higher resilience and the elastane’s snap-back recovery.
- The plain-weave poplin’s tightly interlaced construction inherently traps yarns better than a knit, and when combined with nylon’s abrasion-resistant filaments, the shirt develops fewer surface pills over time, maintaining a clean, professional finish through repeated office wear and washes.
How it compares to other stretch poplin shirts
- As an in-house label of Canadian retailer Simons, Contemporaine shirts are designed in Canada and sold exclusively through Simons, giving the wearer a piece that isn't mass-distributed across dozens of chain stores — at $99 CAD, the shirt delivers the same 'discovery' satisfaction as a boutique find, a nuanced value advantage over ubiquitous brands like J.Crew.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front view of a light blue long-sleeve button-front shirt with a spread collar, visible button placket, and rolled cuffs; shirt is fitted and tucked into black pants.
- Overall shapeLong-sleeve collared shirt with a tailored, fitted torso and a straight hem tucked into the waistband of black pants.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.20 · w 0.88 · h 0.58 (medium) - CollarPointed spread collar with visible topstitching; collar stands open with the top button area undone creating a narrow V at the neck.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.05 · w 0.34 · h 0.13 (high) - Button placketCentered vertical button placket with five visible round buttons; placket lies flat against the torso and is the same light blue color as the shirt.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.20 · w 0.28 · h 0.45 (high) - CuffsSingle-button shirt cuffs rolled up to the mid-forearm on both sleeves, exposing the same fabric interior; left cuff (viewer right) shows a wider rolled band.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.63 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.63 · y 0.63 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, tightly woven poplin-like fabric with a slight sheen and minimal visible texture; fabric shows soft horizontal creasing at the waist and underarm.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.32 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (medium) - Waist and tuckShirt is tucked into high-waisted black pants; slight fabric blousing and small horizontal folds are visible at the waistline.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.62 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (high) - Buttons detailRound, four-hole buttons that match the shirt color and are sewn along the placket at regular intervals.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.30 · w 0.10 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing model from head to mid-thigh against a neutral light gray background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadow.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from head to mid-thigh, facing slightly to the viewer's right with hands partially in pockets; hair is voluminous and frames the face.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 0.65 (medium) - BackgroundEven light gray seamless background with a subtle shadow behind the model on the right side (viewer left).
- Crop and framingImage cropped at mid-thigh; full front torso is visible with slight tilt of the shoulders and head.
- LightingSoft, diffused studio lighting producing gentle highlights on the face and minimal hard shadows.
Colors
light sky blue· body and sleeves#9DACCA- Overall shapeLong-sleeve collared shirt with a tailored, fitted torso and a straight hem tucked into the waistband of black pants.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a light blue long-sleeve woven shirt on a model showing back yoke, vertical shaping seams, a turned collar, single-button cuffs, and a curved hem.
- CollarSmall turned-down shirt collar visible from the rear with a short collar stand and a smooth roll.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.10 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high) - Back yoke seamHorizontal yoke seam runs across the upper back, approximately shoulder-to-shoulder.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.18 · w 0.70 · h 0.06 (high) - Vertical shaping seamsTwo vertical shaping seams or darts run from the yoke area down toward the hem creating a tailored back silhouette.
2 regions
x 0.33 · y 0.22 · w 0.06 · h 0.62 (high); x 0.61 · y 0.22 · w 0.06 · h 0.62 (high) - Sleeves and cuffsLong sleeves finishing in single-button barrel cuffs with a visible cuff placket on each sleeve.
2 regions
x 0.17 · y 0.72 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.61 · y 0.72 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high) - Curved hemLower hem is curved with a slightly longer center-back and a narrow stitched edge.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.82 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, tightly woven poplin-like fabric with a matte finish and minimal surface texture visible under soft lighting.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.18 · w 0.66 · h 0.64 (high) - Visible buttonsSingle small cuff buttons visible on each cuff matching the shirt color.
2 regions
x 0.66 · y 0.86 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (medium); x 0.22 · y 0.86 · w 0.05 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Studio rear-facing product shot on a model with a neutral light gray background, soft even lighting, and minimal shadows. Model's hands and black pants are partially visible at the bottom of the frame.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter rear view of a model cropped at mid-thigh, centered in frame with the shirt occupying most of the image area.
- BackgroundUniform light gray neutral background with no visible props or patterns.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model visible partsModel's head, hair, hands, and black skirt or pants are visible; these are not part of the product description.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.80 · w 0.64 · h 0.20 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with gentle shadowing along seams and under the hem, consistent across the garment.
Colors
pale sky blue· shirt body and sleeves#ADBEDAlight blue (button)· cuff buttons- CollarSmall turned-down shirt collar visible from the rear with a short collar stand and a smooth roll.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
48 total48 reviews · out of 5
Well made
Good quality
Chemise popeline extensible
Belle qualité, belle couleur (bleu) et la grandeur fait exactement. Habituelle la popeline n'est pas mon premier choix et cette fois c'est super comfortable.
Satisfaction
Belle qualité de tissu et belle coupe
Chemisier indispensable
Belle coupe semi ajustée. Va très bien sous un veston et à porter aussi sous un chandail. Beau tissus extensible et très confortable. Très satisfaite de mon achat.
Chic
Tissus de qualité, coupe superbe
Lovely shirt
Super comfy, nice material. Arrived super fast directly to my door.
Fit
Beautiful shirt. Cut and fit are great
Trop petite je dois la
Trop petite je dois la retourner
Confort assuré
Un modèle passe partout et un tissu hyper confortable, j’adore.
White poplin shirt/blouse
Love the stretch, bought a Small, but if you have a bust over 34, go with M
I appreciate the lovely material
I appreciate the lovely material this blouse is made of, smooth but not stiff
Nice shirt
Fits well, slim fit, good stretch in the fabric. Comfortable. Definitely wrinkles.
almost exactly what I wanted
The sizing, the colour and fit were right on. The one issue was that the shirt was wrinkled so I washed on the delicate setting but the wrinkles didn't go away. I hate ironing!
fits small
The blouse is tight across the bust. It would be better if buttons were closer together
Déception
Je n'ai pas aimé le tissu
Rose bonbon
Comme glacé
Très belle qualité
Très belle qualité
Douceur
Doux tissu. Confortable. Un peu transparent au niveau de la poitrine.
Excellent Quality
I get many compliments on these blouses. I bought the blue, pink and black . The stretch makes them extremely comfortable. They have a nice sheen to them - make sure you wash in cold water.
Extra
Trés belle coupe et couleur de la chemise .
Chemise élégante et parfaite pour tout événement.
Je recommande cette chemise à cause du tissu frais à porter.
Fitted and Comfortable
Classic blouse, alone or under a sweater. Long at the waist which I love! It’s perfectly fitted, but at the same time a bit too loose in some places like under the arms and across the shoulders… but not a deal breaker. The colour is beautiful, perfect neutral.
Confortable
J’habille med et parfois large mais j’ai dû prendre la large car les boutons du buste ouvraient légèrement. Mais la large épouse quand même bien les formes et plus confortable.
Impeccable!
Superbes coupe et tissus
Chemisier blanc
Très confortable
Bien fait
Bonne coupe et beau tissu
beau tissu
Elle moule bien juste assez. Belle qualité
La. perfection en noir!
La popeline de coton c'est la vie! Froisse peu, extensible et tout doux. La coupe est parfaite. Une chic blouse tout aller, c'est merveilleux!
Chemise
Qualité, coupe couleur
Enfin une chemise quu fait bien
Cette chemise est parfaite! J'ai une forte poitrine et toujours de la difficulté avec les chemises à bouton mais pas cette fois.
Confortable.
J’adore. J’habille parfois med et parfois large. La large est parfaite car la med ouvrait du niveau du buste.
Belle qualité
Essentiel à la garde-robe
Confort
Chemise très confortable. Grandeur conforme. Je l’adore!
Chemise
Plutôt froissant
De toute beauté! Très belle
De toute beauté! Très belle coupe, tissu de qualité. Mon coup de cœur!
An absolutely must-have staple!
This blouse is amazing! The fit is perfect and tailored. The fabric is a soft cotton with some stretch so it sits perectly on. Great for work or causal wear, u der a blzet or sweater or just as is. Bought my second one after receiving my first one as a gift. A must-have staple to any wardrobe!
Parfaite
Chemise extensible qui facilite les mouvements. S'ajuste très ien au corps.
Perfect!
Perfect shirt! Please keep making it ☺️
Chic et confo
Une petite chemise blanche, un must de garde-robe
It fits just right!
Have been looking for a white poplin but all the ones I've tried in the past were either huge and boxy or very very thin. This was perfect! Fitted but not skin tight.
Passe partout
Chemise blanche passe partout. Confortable, tombe bien. Le popeline est un tissus fripant
Perfect fit
Belle blouse confortable et facile d’entretien.
white shirt
gift
Coupe parfaite
Vraiment chouette cette blouse. La coupe est flatteuse et le tissu est parfait.
Belle qualité
Belle coupe , belle qualité de tissus et de confection Un peu serré au niveau de la poitrine , épaule parfaite, chemise de rêves si je pouvais faire confiance au 3 et 4e bouton
Je l’aime bien !
Je l’aime bien !
Chemise en popeline de coton .
Le tissus est impeccable, soyeux et léger. Le prix est assez élevé, mais égal à la qualité. La ligne ajustée est parfaite sous un pull en V ou rond.
Chemise parfaite pour le bureau !
WoW super confortable
Q&A
3 answered- Is the semi-slim fit true to size, or does the stretch allow for a more relaxed fit compared to typical semi-slim shirts?
- The semi-slim fit is true to size; the stretch from the elastane allows for ease of movement but does not make it more relaxed—it still fits close to the body as expected for a semi-slim shirt.
- How does the stretch nylon-elastane blend affect breathability compared to 100% cotton poplin?
- The addition of nylon (21%) and elastane (4%) reduces breathability compared to 100% cotton poplin, as synthetic fibers trap more heat and moisture. The stretch does improve comfort and mobility, but you may find it less airy on warm days.
- Does the shirt have wrinkle-resistant properties typical of poplin, or does it require ironing?
- Poplin is naturally wrinkle-resistant, and this polished poplin with stretch should resist wrinkles well. It may still require light ironing after washing for a crisp look, but it generally holds its shape.