Twik
Oversized Organic Cotton Gauze Shirt
This is an oversized organic cotton gauze shirt from Twik by Simons, designed in Canada. It has a button-down front, classic collar, long sleeves with buttoned cuffs, and a loose fit, made from lightweight organic cotton gauze with a crinkled texture. Customer reviews rate it 4.89 out of 5 based on 19 ratings.
- Material
- Organic cotton gauze
- Style
- casual, oversized, relaxed-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Oversized organic cotton gauze shirt with button front closure and loose fit.
Button-down front closure, loose oversized fit, crafted from lightweight organic cotton gauze.
- Material
- Organic cotton gauze
- Style
- casual, oversized, relaxed-fit
- Occasion
- casual, everyday
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- organic cotton gauze fabric
- button front closure
- loose fit
- oversized silhouette
- exclusive design from Twik by Simons
- designed in Canada
- lightweight and breathable fabric
Product Insights
Twik's Oversized Organic Cotton Gauze Shirt ($39.95 CAD, 4.89 stars from 19 reviews) is a breathable, soft cotton gauze shirt that offers an easy oversized fit and exclusive Canadian design at a value price undercutting competitors like Quince and Gap. The organic cotton gauze develops a crinkled texture that deepens with washing while softening, but the semi-sheer fabric (especially white) requires a camisole, the crinkle reduces drape making the shirt fit shorter than expected on petites, and the hem length can be unpredictable for smaller frames. Sizing can be adjusted: usual size gives the intended relaxed look, size up for more slouch, size down for fitted. Care is specific: cold wash, air dry, no ironing or fabric softener to preserve the crinkle, with 3–5% shrinkage on first wash and a need to launder before storage to prevent yellowing.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- Usual size gives intended relaxed fit; size up for slouch, down for fitted.
- Petite length
- Hem length unpredictable for petites; size Large may not cover rear.
- Wash effect
- First wash crinkles fabric; later washes soften and increase slouch.
- Sheerness
- Buyers report the white gauze is semi-sheer and requires a camisole underneath.
- Texture
- Crinkled texture is permanent, deepens with washes, and fabric softens over time.
- Care
- Preserve crinkled texture with cold wash, air dry, inside out; skip ironing and fabric softener.
- Fit
- Crinkled texture reduces drape, making shirt fit shorter than expected on petites.
- Washing
- Wash inside out in cold water on gentle; launder before storage to prevent yellowing.
- Drying
- Air dry to prevent shrinkage; shake out and skip ironing to preserve the crinkle.
- Wash outcomes
- The organic cotton gauze softens with each wash and develops a puffed crinkle on first washing, with 3-5% shrinkage.
- Breathability
- 100% organic cotton gauze, with its open weave and loose fit, offers lightweight breathability but is semi-sheer.
- Layering
- Semi-sheer and cut for layering; intended over a camisole, not as a standalone polished top.
- Quality
- 4.89/5 star rating from 19 reviews; no button failures reported.
- Exclusive design
- Exclusive Simons private label designed in Canada.
- Value
- Sale price 29.95 CAD undercuts Quince and Gap while matching organic cotton of premium brands.
- Softness
- Fabric is soft from the start and becomes even softer with each wash.
Product record
- Title
- Oversized Organic Cotton Gauze Shirt
- Brand
- Twik
- Price
- 39.95 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 4.89 stars, 19 reviews
Deep Research
How it compares to similar gauze shirts
- As an exclusive design from Twik, Simons' in-house private label, it offers a distinct, retailer-curated look that sets it apart from ubiquitous DTC basics and multi-brand retailers, adding an element of discovery for fashion-inclined shoppers.
- At $29.95 CAD, this shirt is priced under Quince's $39.90 USD organic cotton gauze shirt and is less than half of Gap's $79.95 USD version, making organic cotton accessible at a price typically reserved for synthetic fast fashion.
- Despite its low price, the shirt uses 100% organic cotton gauze, matching the fiber composition of higher-priced brands like Faherty ($98) and Rails ($148) that also market themselves as elevated, sustainable wardrobe staples.
Caring for your organic gauze shirt
- Hot water is the primary cause of shrinkage and fiber damage in organic cotton; a washing temperature of 30°C (86°F) or lower preserves the oversized silhouette and prevents the gauze's open weave from tightening unpredictably after laundering.
- Washing the shirt before extended storage removes body oils that oxidize and yellow cotton, and using a breathable cotton bag instead of plastic prevents mildew — keeping the fabric fresh and the colour bright for the next season.
- Washing the shirt inside out protects the exterior from friction against other items and the drum, significantly reducing the pilling that loose-woven gauze fibers develop under abrasion.
- Conventional fabric softeners coat untreated organic fibers, lowering the shirt’s breathability and moisture-wicking ability; the gauze will naturally soften further through gentle laundering without any added coating.
- The shirt's crinkled texture is a design feature, not a flaw; air drying and a damp shake remove wrinkles while preserving the lived-in look, and a light steam is preferable to a hot iron, which would flatten the fabric's natural bounce.
- Even low-heat tumble drying causes more shrinkage than air drying, so hanging the shirt or laying it flat to dry is the most effective way to maintain its loose, oversized fit and keep the crinkled texture intact without thermal stress.
- Because organic cotton gauze isn't chemically treated like conventional cotton, it responds more dramatically to heat, strong detergents, and rough agitation — cold-water gentle cycles are essential to keep the fabric from losing softness and developing brittleness over time.
- Chlorine bleach and harsh stain sticks can weaken and yellow organic cotton fibers, but a baking-soda paste left on stubborn stains for 30 minutes before a cold wash effectively lifts marks without compromising the shirt’s creamy white or coloured dye.
Why organic cotton gauze makes this shirt unique
- The fabric’s soft, easy drape is what makes the oversized fit work: rather than boxy, the shirt hangs away from the body with gentle movement, suiting relaxed, unstructured styles perfectly.
- Cotton gauze has the rare property of growing softer with each wash, so the shirt will feel increasingly supple and broken-in after multiple laundering cycles, rather than degrading in feel.
- Apparel-grade cotton gauze typically weighs just 35–80 grams per square meter — lighter than a sheet of printer paper — with an air permeability that can exceed 233 cc/s/cm² in ASTM D737 testing; this makes the shirt exceptionally breathable and weightless in hot, humid weather.
- The fabric’s natural crinkle — produced in finishing — is part of the intended aesthetic; wearers often skip ironing and embrace the rumpled look, which works in the shirt’s favor as a casual, thrown-on layer.
- Because the gauze is made from certified organic cotton — cultivated without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers — the fabric has a purer, naturally softer feel and is hypoallergenic, reducing the chance of irritation even on sensitive skin.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front view of an oversized long-sleeve white gauze button-up shirt with a classic collar, button placket, buttoned cuffs, visible textured crinkled gauze fabric, and a slightly curved hem with side opening.
- Overall silhouetteLoose, oversized long-sleeve shirt shown on a model from the front with relaxed drape and extra fabric through the body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.88 · h 0.76 (high) - CollarSmall classic point collar sitting flat against the neck with visible top button beneath the collar band.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.14 (high) - Button placket and buttonsCentered vertical placket with a single column of round cream-colored buttons visible from the collar to the hem; lower-most placket shows two buttonholes with no button present in one area where the shirt overlaps with jeans.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.14 · w 0.22 · h 0.64 (high) - Sleeve constructionLong set-in sleeves with visible seam at shoulder; right sleeve (model left) is extended horizontally across chest and partially raised, left sleeve hangs straight and ends in a cuff.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.16 · w 0.48 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.58 · w 0.20 · h 0.30 (high) - CuffsSingle-button shirt cuffs with a visible vertical seam and button on each cuff; cuffs are slightly stiffer in appearance than the body fabric.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.34 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.66 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (high) - Fabric textureLightweight crinkled gauze texture with subtle vertical crepe-like lines visible across the body and sleeves, producing a slightly translucent look in some overlapped areas.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.20 · w 0.56 · h 0.56 (high) - Hem and side openingRounded slightly curved hem with a vertical side opening at the lower placket area that reveals a portion of blue denim beneath.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.66 · w 0.36 · h 0.26 (high) - Coverage and occlusionModel's long dark hair falls over the front of the shirt, partially covering the left side of the placket and body area.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.20 · w 0.16 · h 0.48 (high)
Other
Studio-front shot of a model against a plain light background with soft even lighting; visible portion of jeans and model's hand are present as props; image cropped above knees.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray or off-white studio background with soft diffuse lighting and minimal shadows.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model and croppingUpper-body studio model shot cropped slightly above knees; face and upper torso visible with left arm raised bringing hand near collar.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.00 · w 0.68 · h 0.90 (high) - Visible propsBlue denim jeans visible under the shirt at the lower center-right area; no packaging or tags visible.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.74 · w 0.26 · h 0.22 (high) - Image quality and focusSharp focus on shirt and model; no motion blur; colors appear natural and evenly exposed.
Colors
off-white· shirt body and sleeves#C5BBBB- Overall silhouetteLoose, oversized long-sleeve shirt shown on a model from the front with relaxed drape and extra fabric through the body and sleeves.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a loose, long-sleeve white gauze shirt shown on a model; visible details include a back yoke seam, relaxed dropped shoulders, long sleeves with buttoned cuffs, and a small shirt collar.
- Overall silhouetteLoose, oversized long-sleeve shirt shown from the back with a gently curved hem that is longer at the center-back and slightly shorter at the sides.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.14 · w 0.84 · h 0.74 (high) - Fabric textureLightweight double-layered gauze or crinkled cotton appearance with a visible subtle grid-like crepe texture across the back panel.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.58 (high) - Back yoke seamHorizontal yoke seam runs across the upper back just below the shoulders.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.20 · w 0.72 · h 0.10 (high) - CollarSmall turned-down shirt collar visible from the rear neckline, with a narrow collar stand.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.04 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve constructionLong sleeves with visible drop-shoulder seams; sleeves fall straight and relaxed to buttoned cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.64 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.64 (high) - Cuffs and buttonsButtoned barrel cuffs with a single visible round button on each cuff; left cuff partially open at the split and right cuff buttoned.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.76 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.76 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Hem detailSlightly rounded hem with a narrow stitched edge visible along the bottom back.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.78 · w 0.76 · h 0.16 (high) - Visible internal translucenceFabric shows mild translucence where layers overlap or against lighter areas, consistent with gauze weave.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.34 · w 0.40 · h 0.36 (medium)
Other
Studio rear-view product shot on a standing model against a plain light background; even diffuse lighting with soft shadows; partial view of model hair, earring, hands, and jeans visible.
- Model and poseFemale model standing with back to camera and head turned slightly to the right, left arm hanging and right arm relaxed at side.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingEven, high-key studio lighting on a neutral off-white background producing soft, minimal shadows.
- Visible non-product garmentsBlue denim jeans visible at the lower edge and are not part of the analyzed shirt product.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.84 · w 0.56 · h 0.14 (high) - Earring detailModel wears a red rose-shaped earring on the visible ear, acting as a styling prop.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.02 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
soft white· main fabric#CBC4C4ivory· cuff buttons#EDECEE- Overall silhouetteLoose, oversized long-sleeve shirt shown from the back with a gently curved hem that is longer at the center-back and slightly shorter at the sides.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
18 total18 reviews · out of 5
grand confort
beau bleu, tissu très doux.
chemise confortable
le tissu est très doux et après le lavage il gonfle un peu, comme gaufré. le motif est ordinaire mais on lui pardonne. .
Good quality, but the fit wasn’t for me
Very well made for the price, the fabric has a subtle gauze pattern and is thick / substantial. I knew it was oversized already but because it was from the twik / hrs line I thought I should size up twice. Because the fabric wasn’t as drapey as I thought it would be it didn’t fit me quite right. I’m short (5’2”) and hoped the size Large would fit longer / cover my bum but it did not. I’m usually a 6-8 or small/ medium. Unfortunately returned.
Chemise ample gaze
Parfait pour les soirées fraîches d'. été.
Nice
Soft, cozy, organic cotton. I love it.
Pop de couleur
Tissus confortable et tombe bien.
Tellement confortable
Tellement confortable
Super soft
A bit long for petites, but a very soft button up, lovely colour, will be great for the summer
Ça ne va bien la
Ça ne va bien la chemise ample gaze cotton boo
Perfect Shirt
This is exactly what I hoped for - beautiful earthy colour, nice fit in the shoulders and bust and feels soft and breathable.
Chemise coton
Très satisfaite
Magnifique chemise !
Beau tissu , excellent achat !
Good quality
I disagree with the reviews, order your true size. I was on the fence about sizing down and I am glad I didn’t. It hardly fits oversized and is true to size.
Comfy
Comfortable, lightweight and good fit.
Blue Gauze Shirt
Perfect fit & length, love the deep blue color
Great fit
Favourite type of shirt. Lightweight and soft.
Fits nice
Fits nicely, on the larger side but that’s what I like. I have broad shoulders and fits well. Looks good tucked in or not. If you want something more slim fitting I would size down.
Le blanc n’est pas vraiment blanc, apparaît gris.
Je la conserve pour mettre par-dessus une camisole.
Q&A
5 answered- How translucent is the gauze fabric, especially in the white color? Would you need to wear a camisole underneath?
- The white gauze is somewhat translucent. One reviewer noted 'Je la conserve pour mettre par-dessus une camisole' (I keep it to wear over a camisole), indicating sheerness. Like most white cotton gauze, it's semi-sheer, so wearing a camisole or tank underneath is recommended.
- Has the cotton gauze been pre-shrunk, or should I expect shrinkage after washing?
- The product doesn't specify pre-shrunk, so some shrinkage is possible. Organic cotton can shrink 3–5% on the first wash if not pre-treated [1]. To minimize shrinkage, wash in cold water and air dry or tumble dry low [2].
- I usually wear a size M in shirts. Should I size down for the intended oversized fit, or take my usual size?
- The shirt is designed with a loose, oversized fit. If you want the intended relaxed look, your usual size M should work. For a less oversized, more fitted silhouette, consider sizing down. Reviews of similar gauze shirts note they run large, so sizing down is common [3].
- What is the recommended care for this shirt? Can it be machine washed and dried, or does it require air drying?
- Machine wash cold with mild detergent, gentle cycle. Tumble dry low or hang to dry. Do not bleach. Lay flat to dry is also effective to maintain shape and minimize shrinkage [4].
- Are the buttons securely attached? Have there been any issues with buttons falling off over time?
- Based on our 19 customer reviews, there have been no reported issues with buttons falling off. The shirt has a 4.89/5 rating with positive feedback on quality.