Ruffle-trim checked twill shirt product image (primary)
Front view of a long-sleeve checked button shirt with ruffle hem worn with a knee-length slit skirt; shirt shows collar, button placket, long sleeves with cuffs, and a gathered ruffle at the bottom edge.

Icône

Ruffle-Trim Checked Twill Shirt

CA$79.00CAD
In Stock

This women's long-sleeve shirt features a checked twill pattern, a shirt collar, front button placket, patch chest pocket, button cuffs, and a ruffle-trimmed hem. It is made from slightly stretch twill composed of 64% recycled polyester, 34% rayon, and 2% spandex, and is available in sizes small to large. The shirt is designed for casual wear and pairs with matching drawcord-waist checked twill pants (sold separately).

Material
Polyester from recycled plastic bottles
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Color

Patterned EcruChocolate/Espresso

Size

SMALLMEDIUMLARGE

Specifications

Checked twill shirt with ruffle hem, featuring slightly stretch fabric made from recycled polyester.

Slightly stretch twill, button front, patch pocket, button cuffs, ruffle hem.

Material
Polyester from recycled plastic bottles
Gender
female
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Additional Attributes

  • slightly stretch supple twill
  • made with polyester from recycled plastic bottles
  • shirt collar
  • buttons down the front
  • patch pocket on the chest
  • button cuffs
  • ruffle hem at the bottom

Product Insights

The Icône Ruffle-Trim Checked Twill Shirt is a sustainable, true-to-size fit shirt with a smooth, opaque twill that offers mobility and shape recovery, designed for both layered and standalone wear thanks to a ruffle only at the hem preserving classic details. Its recycled polyester content reduces energy use by 45–85%, and the wrinkle-resistant fabric stays smooth. The shirt is part of a matching set but works independently, and at 79 CAD it undercuts comparable designer options like the Isabel Marant Étoile Ilaria. The main tradeoff is that while the fabric breathes better than pure polyester, it can feel warm in very humid heat.

Fit

2% spandex twill: true-to-size fit, mobility, shape recovery.

Why this is supported

The shirt’s 2% spandex twill is verified to fit true to size while providing stretch for mobility and shape recovery.

The shirt is made from a slightly stretch supple twill, which suggests it will fit close to true to size.How does this shirt fit? Is it true to size, or should I size up/down?

The brand also notes that between sizes, sizing up can create a relaxed look. Independent analysis confirms the stretch aids movement:

Two percent spandex provides just enough crosswise give to let you reach, drive, or type without the shirt pulling across the backHow the polyester-rayon blend feels and breathes — 2_spandex_mobility

And it prevents permanent bagging over repeated wear:

allowing the shirt to recover from elbow and shoulder tension without permanently bagging, which keeps the silhouette crisp over repeated wearDurability, pilling, and long-term wear — 2_spandex_for_shape_recovery

These verified attributes show that the stretch twill enhances comfort and durability.

Hand and drape

Rayon and spandex give a smooth hand, excellent drape, and light stretch.

Why this is supported

The 34% rayon content adds inherent softness:

Rayon fibers are inherently soft and have a smooth surfacejinfengtextile.com

while its fluid nature gives

excellent drape and flowjinfengtextile.com

. Additionally, the 2% spandex provides flexibility, as noted:

The blend is also flexible. It’s stretchy enough to allow you to move your body.fashionsoulintl.com

Together, the recycled polyester twill is prevented from feeling slick or stiff, resulting in a smooth, flowing fabric with a gentle stretch.

Opacity

The tight twill weave makes the fabric opaque, preventing show-through.

Why this is supported

The twill construction ensures opacity:

The twill fabric is tightly woven and typically opaque.Is the checked fabric see-through or opaque?

This means the ruffle hem and body flow without revealing underlayers.

Breathability

The blend breathes better than pure polyester but can feel warm in very humid heat.

Why this is supported

The 34% rayon improves airflow over pure polyester, but there is a tradeoff:

However, in extremely hot and humid conditions, high-polyester blends may feel slightly warm compared to pure rayon or cotton.textilelisting.com

So the shirt suits everyday wear but may not be ideal for oppressive humidity.

Matching set

Matching pant shares shirt's check pattern, recycled twill, and ruffle trim.

Why this is supported

The listing confirms the pant is sold separately to match the shirt:

Matching pant sold separately : 13410-229824stylight.ca

and both pieces use the same fabric:

Slightly stretch supple twill Made with polyester from recycled plastic bottlesstylight.ca

. The pant's high-rise, wide-leg cut (

Rise: High Leg: Wide Front rise: 13 (33 cm) Length: 30.5 (77 cm)stylight.ca

) and elastic waist (

Elastic waistband behind Adjustable drawstring waiststylight.ca

) ensure the ruffle hem drapes cleanly and the set reads as a casual, coordinated outfit.

Independent wear

Each piece has standard details for independent wear with other basics.

Why this is supported

The shirt has standard details like

Patch pocket on the chest Button cuffsstylight.ca

while the pant has

Belt loops Slant pocketsstylight.ca

, so each can be worn separately with jeans or skirts.

Care

64% recycled polyester, 34% rayon, 2% spandex twill resists pilling and holds shape.

Why this is supported

The blend of recycled polyester, rayon, and spandex gives this twill shirt reliable durability. The rayon content means that

any resulting pills tend to break off easilytestextextile.com

, and the tight twill weave helps trap the shorter fibers of recycled polyester, reducing the formation of new pills. The spandex component provides elastic recovery,

Slightly stretch supple twillstylight.ca

, which prevents permanent bagging at shoulders and elbows. The recycled polyester also

retains its shape better after repeated washing and wearingshunpoly.com

compared to cotton, and the twill fabric is

wrinkle-resistant and tends to hold its shape wellDoes the twill fabric wrinkle easily after washing or wearing?

. Following the recommended care—

machine washing cold on a gentle cycle and tumble drying lowWhat are the care instructions? Can it be machine washed and dried?

—minimizes mechanical agitation that can cause pilling. Additionally, because the matching pant is made from the same fabric, the entire set will age consistently.

The 2% spandex provides elastic recovery,

allowing the shirt to recover from elbow and shoulder tension without permanently baggingDurability, pilling, and long-term wear — 2_spandex_for_shape_recovery

. The recycled polyester content adds dimensional stability,

. The tight twill weave resists sagging, and the description confirms the fabric is

twill shirt is durable, opaque and drapes wellus.mossbros.com

. Combined, these attributes help the shirt keep a crisp tailored look after movement and resist wrinkles.

Blended as 64% recycled polyester, 34% rayon, and 2% spandex, the fabric is described as

according to the merchant. The spandex provides stretch:

The blend is also flexible. It’s stretchy enough to allow you to move your body.fashionsoulintl.com

. Recycled polyester

, while the rayon and twill weave reduce pilling —

. The fabric is also

. However, in high humidity the polyester can feel warm:

in extremely hot and humid conditions, high-polyester blends may feel slightly warm compared to pure rayon or cottontextilelisting.com

.

The fabric's construction and fiber properties support this. The twill weave

is durable, opaque and drapes wellus.mossbros.com

, providing a naturally pill-resistant base. The 34% rayon helps because such fibers

tend to break off easilytestextextile.com

when pills form, keeping the surface smooth. The recycled polyester uses

shorter recycled fibers in yarn formationdarongtester.com

, which can increase pilling tendency, but this is offset by the gentle care recommended. Furthermore,

recycled polyester retains its shape better after repeated washing and wearingshunpoly.com

, complementing the spandex's stretch recovery when dried on low heat.

Energy footprint

Shirt's recycled polyester uses 45-85% less energy vs virgin polyester.

Why this is supported

Life cycle assessments of recycled polyester confirm significant savings over virgin production. A 2020 review by Periyasamy & Militky found that

Recycled polyester (rPET) uses 45–85% less energy and produces 30–60% fewer CO₂ emissions than virgin polyester, according to life cycle assessments reviewed by Periyasamy & Militky (2020).natuclothes.com

This directly applies to the shirt's rPET content, making it a measurable improvement in energy footprint.

Styling

Layers under blazers, stands alone with basics, and pairs with matching pant.

Why this is supported

The shirt's ruffle placement ensures the upper half remains conventional:

Icône concentrates the ruffle solely at the hem — preserving a conventional shirt collar, button placket, and chest pocket above,How it stacks up against similar ruffle-trim shirts — ruffle_placement_hem_vs_neckline

which makes the chest pocket and button cuffs suitable for standalone wear

Patch pocket on the chest Button cuffsstylight.ca

These details allow it to be layered or worn alone. A matching pant is also available.

Matching pant sold separately : 13410-229824stylight.ca
Design

Ruffle only at hem preserves classic shirt details for layering and standalone wear.

Why this is supported

While the designer alternative features

a high ruffled collar and dropped shoulder seamsendource.com

, the Icône keeps the ruffle at the hem and retains classic shirt details like

Patch pocket on the chest Button cuffsstylight.ca

, which enable layering and mix-and-match versatility. The matching pant shares the same twill and details, with

Belt loops Slant pocketsstylight.ca

, reinforcing the set concept without sacrificing individuality.

Sustainability

This shirt's recycled polyester reduces energy use by 45–85%.

Why this is supported

The shirt's 64% recycled polyester content comes from post-consumer plastic bottles, a material that

uses 45–85% less energy and produces 30–60% fewer CO₂ emissions than virgin polyesternatuclothes.com

. This positions the shirt as an accessible entry point into sustainable fashion at its price point.

Layering

Ruffle at hem preserves classic neckline for layering under blazers.

Why this is supported

The shirt features a classic collar, button placket, and chest pocket, all unaffected by the ruffle. This design enables layering under a blazer without the ruffle competing at the neckline, unlike the Isabel Marant Étoile Ilaria which has

a high ruffled collar and dropped shoulder seamsendource.com

.

Set coordination

Part of a co-ord set with matching pants, but can be worn separately as a classic button-down.

Why this is supported

The product description notes that a matching pant is sold separately, and styling images show both pieces as a co-ord set. The shirt's classic collar and placket allow it to stand alone as a regular button-down, doubling its cost-per-wear potential.

Price comparison

At 79 CAD, this shirt costs substantially less than the Isabel Marant Étoile Ilaria.

Why this is supported

While the Isabel Marant Étoile Ilaria has

a high ruffled collar and dropped shoulder seamsendource.com

and is priced at

£305.00 £122.00endource.com

, the Icône shirt offers a ruffle detail at 79 CAD, a substantial saving.

Recycled polyester garments from luxury brands typically command much higher prices. For comparison, the Isabel Marant Toile Ilaria shirt—also made with recycled polyester—lists at

. At CAD 79, this shirt offers the same sustainable fiber at a more accessible price point, making it a notable entry point for eco-conscious shoppers.

The product page lists the shirt at 79 CAD. Research indicates that the matching pant set provides a styling extension rarely included in designer alternatives, which are typically about six times the price. This makes buying both pieces a cost-effective way to get a coordinated outfit, doubling the cost-per-wear potential.

Wrinkle resistance

Wrinkle-resistant and shape-retaining fabric stays smooth through wear and washing.

Why this is supported

The shirt's polyester-rayon-spandex twill construction gives it excellent wrinkle resistance and shape retention. According to the Q&A,

Twill fabric with polyester content is wrinkle-resistant and tends to hold its shape well.Does the twill fabric wrinkle easily after washing or wearing?

Additionally, the recycled polyester compared to traditional cotton retains its shape better after repeated washing, as stated in a fabric resource:

When compared to traditional cotton, recycled polyester retains its shape better after repeated washing and wearingshunpoly.com

and the 2% spandex content allows the shirt to recover from tension without permanent bagging,

allowing the shirt to recover from elbow and shoulder tension without permanently baggingDurability, pilling, and long-term wear — 2_spandex_for_shape_recovery

These properties together confirm the shirt's wrinkle resistance and suitability for travel.

Image Analysis

3 images
Ruffle-trim checked twill shirt product image (primary)
01

Product

Front view of a long-sleeve checked button shirt with ruffle hem worn with a knee-length slit skirt; shirt shows collar, button placket, long sleeves with cuffs, and a gathered ruffle at the bottom edge.

  • Shirt overall silhouetteLoose-fitting long-sleeve button shirt with a pointed collar, visible front button placket left partly open, dropped shoulder seams, and an elasticated or gathered ruffle hem creating a short flounce above the waist.
    1 regionx 0.16 · y 0.06 · w 0.68 · h 0.44 (high)
  • Sleeve and cuff detailLong sleeves extend past the wrist with visible single-button cuffs; sleeves appear relaxed and slightly gathered at the cuff.
    2 regionsx 0.16 · y 0.30 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.26 · w 0.22 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Plaid patternAll-over checked/plaid pattern consisting of dark background with lighter intersecting stripes forming square checks; pattern is consistent across body and sleeves.
    1 regionx 0.16 · y 0.06 · w 0.68 · h 0.44 (high)
  • Shirt fabric appearanceMatte woven twill appearance with soft drape and slight surface texture visible in folds and gathers at the hem and sleeves.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.25 (medium)
  • Skirt visible stylingHigh-waist knee-length pencil skirt in a smooth leather or leather-like material with a high side slit on the left leg and a horizontal seam across the front thigh area.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.45 · w 0.44 · h 0.42 (high)
  • Skirt material finishSmooth, slightly glossy finish suggesting coated or faux-leather material with visible light reflection on the front panel.
    1 regionx 0.32 · y 0.50 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high)
  • ShoesPointed-toe slip-on heels in a light neutral color with a low vamp, visible at the bottom of the frame.
    1 regionx 0.39 · y 0.80 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high)

Other

Studio product shot with a full-body model against a plain light neutral background; soft diffuse lighting produces mild shadows on the floor and behind the model.

  • Shot compositionFull-body front-facing studio shot showing the model from head to toe, centered with slight weight shift to the left leg.
  • BackgroundEven pale beige or off-white seamless background with minimal texture and a soft shadow cast to the right of the model.
  • LightingSoft, diffuse studio lighting creating even illumination and gentle highlights on the skirt's surface; no strong directional glare.
  • Model presenceFemale model wearing the garments with visible hands, face, and hair; hair is loose and wavy. Noted as part of styling and staging, not packaging or prop.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.02 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high)

Colors

dark brown· shirt base#442C2Bmuted blue lines· shirt check linescamel tan· skirt#A67954cream· shoes
Ruffle-trim checked twill shirt product image 2
02

Product

Front view of a long-sleeve checked shirt worn by a model; shirt has a pointed collar, button front, oversized sleeves with wide cuffs, and a gathered ruffle trim at the bottom hem.

  • Overall silhouetteLoose-fitting long-sleeve button-up shirt with a straight body that ends in a gathered ruffle hem, shown on a model from the front.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.64 · h 0.72 (high)
  • Collar and necklinePointed shirt collar with an open neckline revealing the top button area; collar lies flat and is part of the checked fabric.
    1 regionx 0.33 · y 0.06 · w 0.34 · h 0.15 (high)
  • ClosureVertical button placket with visible round buttons down the center front; buttons contrast slightly against the fabric.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.47 (high)
  • Sleeves and cuffsLong, slightly oversized sleeves finishing in wide single-layered cuffs that extend to the model's hands; cuffs use the same checked fabric and pattern.
    2 regionsx 0.17 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.52 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.50 (high)
  • Hem detailGathered ruffle trim sewn to the bottom hem that creates a slightly flared, uneven edge with visible soft gathers.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.58 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Fabric patternLarge-scale checked plaid pattern consisting of a dark brown base with intersecting thin blue and light gray/white lines forming squares.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.64 · h 0.72 (high)

Other

Studio portrait of a model wearing the shirt against a plain light beige background with soft directional lighting from the left; image is cropped above the knees.

  • Model and poseFemale model standing facing forward with a slight head tilt, left hand relaxed by side and right hand partially visible, shirt worn untucked over a tan skirt.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Background and lightingNeutral light beige studio background with soft shadow cast to the model's left side indicating directional lighting from the right-front.
  • Crop and framingImage cropped mid-thigh showing the full torso and arms of the model; lower body skirt is visible but not the legs below mid-thigh.
  • Image qualityHigh-resolution studio photograph with clear focus and natural color rendering; minor shadowing at left hem area where model contacts background.

Colors

deep brown· shirt body#4B2B24medium blue· plaid lineslight gray· plaid accent lines
Ruffle-trim checked twill shirt product image 3
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Product

Rear view of a long-sleeve checked shirt with a straight back yoke, shirt collar, button cuffs, and a gathered ruffle trim along the bottom hem. The fabric shows a plaid of brown ground with thin blue and white intersecting stripes.

  • Back yoke and collarStraight horizontal back yoke seam across the upper back with a classic shirt collar that lies flat against the neck.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.08 · w 0.56 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Overall silhouetteRelaxed-fit rectangular back panel that falls to a gathered ruffle hem; the shirt extends past the model's waist and covers the top of the skirt.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.16 · w 0.76 · h 0.68 (high)
  • Sleeve constructionLong dropped sleeves with visible shoulder seam sloping downward; sleeves end in wide button cuffs with two visible buttons on the left cuff.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.24 · w 0.28 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.24 · w 0.26 · h 0.56 (high)
  • Ruffle hemNarrow gathered ruffle trim sewn to the bottom edge of the shirt, creating soft vertical folds around the entire hemline visible at the rear.
    1 regionx 0.16 · y 0.66 · w 0.68 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Plaid patternEvenly spaced plaid composed of a brown ground with intersecting thin blue and thin white vertical and horizontal stripes forming rectangular checks.
    1 regionx 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.62 (high)
  • Fabric appearanceSoft, slightly brushed twill-like fabric with a matte finish and visible fine weave texture under close inspection.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.22 · w 0.50 · h 0.48 (medium)
  • Partial occlusionLower back of the shirt is partially overlapped by a high-waist skirt so the very bottom edge and full hemline are partly obscured by the skirt.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.78 · w 0.52 · h 0.16 (high)

Other

Studio product shot showing a model from the rear in front of a neutral light beige background with soft directional lighting from the left producing a subtle shadow to the right.

  • Model poseFemale model standing with body turned slightly to the left, head in profile facing left, right arm relaxed at side and left hand partially visible.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 0.94 (high)
  • Background and lightingSmooth light beige studio background with soft even lighting from the left that creates a faint cast shadow of the model on the right.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Visible accessories and stylingModel wears large hoop earrings and a ring on the left hand; a tan leather-look skirt is visible from the waist down and is not part of the shirt product.
    2 regionsx 0.56 · y 0.02 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.78 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Image quality noteSharp focus on the garment with natural color rendering and no visible compression artifacts.

Colors

warm brown· shirt ground#5B342Cmedium blue· plaid thin stripesoff-white· plaid accent lines

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/women-clothing/blouses-shirts/prints/ruffle-trim-checked-twill-shirt--13410-229758?colourId=21
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