
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Mock-Neck Pleated Waist Cami
Mock-neck pleated waist cami from Lauren Ralph Lauren, a sleeveless fitted top featuring a high stand-up collar and soft waist pleating. Crafted from ultra-comfortable stretch jersey with a silky microfibre feel, this cami is available in black and designed as a versatile layering piece or standalone top.
- Material
- stretch jersey
- Gender
- female
- Style
- slim-fit, minimal, modern
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
A fitted mock-neck camisole with pleated waist detail in ultra comfortable stretch jersey with a silky microfibre feel.
Mock-neck stand-up collar, fitted style, pleated waist, stretch jersey fabric
- Material
- stretch jersey
- Style
- slim-fit, minimal, modern
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- mock neck
- pleated waist detail
- fitted silhouette
- stand-up collar
- stretch jersey fabric
- silky microfibre feel
- Lauren by Ralph Lauren
Product Insights
This cami combines a fitted stretch jersey of 60% recycled polyester with a pleated waist that forgives movement and layers smoothly, delivering a silk-like drape that is machine washable and wrinkle-resistant. Sustainably produced under Simons' Vision, it offers a non-restrictive mock neck that stays fitted, with the tradeoff of choosing between a snug true-to-size fit or a looser size-up.
Verified claims
- Pleated waist
- Pleated waist elevates the cami with forgiving drape, movement ease, and a visual focal point.
- Fabric
- 60% recycled polyester, 35% polyester, 5% elastane stretch jersey with silky microfibre finish, machine washable, and Simons' Vision eco-credential.
- Care & appearance
- Machine-washable with a silk-like drape and wrinkle resistance.
- Sustainability
- Simons' Vision program certifies 60% recycled polyester and reduced-emission production.
- Sizing advice
- Order true-to-size for snug fit, size up for looser.
- Neck comfort
- Mock-neck stays fitted but not restrictive with stretch jersey.
- Waist pleat
- Pleated waist adds forgiveness for movement and smooth layering.
- Styling
- Stands alone with high-waisted bottoms or layers under a blazer.
- Fit
- Fitted stretch jersey provides comfort for movement and a non-restrictive mock neck.
Product record
- Title
- Mock-Neck Pleated Waist Cami
- Brand
- Lauren Ralph Lauren
- Price
- 125 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
What the pleated waist adds to the design
- Rather than lying flat against the stomach, the pleat introduces a gentle blouson effect that skims the body, making the cami more forgiving and less cling-prone than a standard seamless jersey top — the subtle drape adds texture without bulk when worn under a blazer or cardigan.
- The single pleat at the waist holds a small reserve of fabric that allows the stretch jersey to expand slightly across the midsection during movement — deep breaths, sitting, or bending — so the fitted cami stays comfortable without drifting into a looser shape.
- The horizontal line created by the pleat interrupts the vertical sweep of the mock neck and fitted body, adding a design focal point that lets the cami stand alone with high-waisted trousers or a pencil skirt rather than reading as purely foundational.
How this cami compares to similar mock neck styles
- The pleated waist adds a refined, elongating vertical detail that elevates the cami above the category's standard flat-front mock-neck shells, making it a deliberate style piece rather than just an anonymous layering essential.
- The stretch jersey with a silky microfibre feel mimics the lustrous drape of silk but is machine washable and resists wrinkling — eliminating the dry cleaning and delicate care that silk camis demand, while keeping the same liquid-like finish.
- Qualifying for Simons' Vision program means this cami uses at least 50% recycled polyester and reduced-emission production — a rare, verifiable eco-credential in the sub-$150 mock-neck segment, where conventional virgin synthetics dominate.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Sleeveless black mock-neck cami with soft draped front and visible waist pleating on the image-right side, made from a smooth slightly shiny knit fabric.
- NecklineHigh mock-neck collar that sits close to the neck with soft folded drape in the front center.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.14 (high) - Sleeveless cutArmholes are finished and sleeveless, exposing the upper arms and shoulder area.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.32 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.18 · w 0.24 · h 0.34 (high) - Waist pleatingHorizontal soft pleats and gathered drape concentrated at the image-right side of the waist creating subtle ruching.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.38 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, lightweight knit with a slight sheen that forms soft folded lines and drape across the torso.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.40 (high) - Hem and fit at hipsTop extends over the hips with a straight hem that follows the body's contour, showing slight pull lines where hands rest.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.54 · w 0.56 · h 0.24 (medium)
Other
Studio front-facing fashion shot showing a model wearing the cami against a neutral light gray background; visible accessories include a black handbag, gold hoop earrings and gold rings. Soft even lighting with minimal shadowing; image cropped at mid-thigh.
- Shot compositionFrontal studio shot of a model from head to mid-thigh, slightly angled posture with hands near the lower torso holding a handbag strap.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundEven light gray seamless background with no visible props besides the handbag held by the model.
- Accessories visibleModel wears gold hoop earrings and gold rings and holds a black structured handbag with a thin strap and gold zipper hardware.
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.44 · y 0.66 · w 0.40 · h 0.28 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused lighting producing minimal shadows and even illumination across the garment and model.
- CroppingImage cropped slightly at the lower legs and top of head remains fully visible with some hair extending beyond the shoulders.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
black· cami fabric#0E0E0E- NecklineHigh mock-neck collar that sits close to the neck with soft folded drape in the front center.
- 02

Product
Close-up of the sleeveless cami front and upper torso showing a high mock neck, soft draped pleat from the neckline, and smooth dark fabric with a matte to slight sheen finish.
- Mock neckHigh, fitted mock neckline that sits close to the base of the model's neck with a soft folded roll at the top edge.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.46 · h 0.18 (high) - Draped front pleatVertical soft drape/pleat starting near the center of the neckline and falling down the front bodice, creating a gentle fold in the fabric.
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.20 · w 0.36 · h 0.42 (high) - Sleeveless cap openingSleeveless arm opening with a slightly extended cap shoulder that covers the top of the shoulder without a visible strap.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.36 · w 0.34 · h 0.30 (high) - Fabric finishSmooth, tightly woven fabric with a matte appearance and a subtle sheen where light reflects off folds.
- Side seamVisible vertical side seam running along the side of the bodice under the arm.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.36 (medium)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing the model from chest upward against a plain light background; soft, even lighting with minimal shadows and hair partially covering the shoulder area.
- Model framingImage is a close portrait crop capturing the model's head, neck, and upper torso with the garment centered.
- BackgroundPlain, uniform light background with no visible props or packaging.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - Lighting and shadowSoft studio lighting producing gentle highlights on the model's cheek and faint shadows in fabric folds.
- Hair overlapStrands of the model's hair fall over the garment and near the neckline on the right side of the image.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.60 (high)
Colors
deep black· body#0D0D0E- Mock neckHigh, fitted mock neckline that sits close to the base of the model's neck with a soft folded roll at the top edge.
- 03

Product
Rear three-quarter view of a sleeveless, fitted black mock-neck cami with a high back neckline and slight side ruching at the waist; smooth knit fabric with a matte to slight-sheen finish.
- Silhouette and viewBack and slight right-side profile of a sleeveless cami captured on a model; back panel is fitted and follows the torso contour.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.88 (high) - NecklineHigh mock-neck visible from the rear, forming a close-fitting band at the top of the back panel.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve openingsSleeveless armholes with a clean finished edge; left armhole (viewer left) shows full arm, right armhole partially obscured by model pose.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.20 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.12 · w 0.18 · h 0.34 (high) - Waist detailingSlight lateral ruching/gathering at the right-side waist creating angled horizontal folds across the lower back.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.50 · w 0.36 · h 0.28 (high) - HemStraight finished hem that sits at the top of the hips; visible double-row topstitching along the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.78 · w 0.58 · h 0.14 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, tightly knit fabric with a mostly matte finish and slight sheen in highlights; fabric drapes close to body.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.40 · h 0.56 (high) - No visible brandingNo visible logos, printed text, or tags on the exterior back panel shown in this image.
Other
Studio shot of the garment on a model against a plain light background; three-quarter rear pose with even soft lighting and minimal shadow.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from the rear with head turned slightly to her left, hair falling down the back over the garment.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.44 · h 0.44 (high) - BackgroundEven, neutral light background with no visible props or distracting elements.
- Lighting and shadowSoft studio lighting producing gentle, even highlights and minimal hard shadows; slight shadowing visible where the arm meets the torso.
- Accessory visibleGold-tone hoop earring is visible on the model's left ear; not part of the product.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.04 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high)
Colors
black· body#0E0D0E- Silhouette and viewBack and slight right-side profile of a sleeveless cami captured on a model; back panel is fitted and follows the torso contour.
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Q&A
2 answered- How does the fit compare to other Lauren Ralph Lauren tops? Does it run true to size, or should I size up/down for a fitted look?
- This cami is designed as a fitted style, so we recommend ordering your usual size for a snug fit. If you prefer a slightly looser look or are between sizes, consider sizing up. The size chart on the product page can help confirm your measurements.
- Is the mock-neck stand-up collar tight or restrictive? Can it be worn comfortably for long periods, especially for those with a shorter neck?
- The mock-neck stand-up collar is designed to be fitted but not restrictive. The stretch jersey fabric provides some give for comfort. If you have a shorter neck or prefer less coverage, you may find it snug; we suggest trying it on or ordering your true size for the best comfort.