
I.FIV5
Long-Sleeve Micro-Perforated Cropped T-Shirt
This long-sleeve cropped t-shirt is made from soft, stretch recycled polyester microfibre with micro-perforations in horizontal stripes for maximum ventilation. It features Polygiene technology to eliminate odor and prevent bacteria growth, a crew neck, long raglan sleeves with thumbhole slits, and reflective details for visibility. The close-fitting, cropped design is suitable for athletic and active wear.
- Material
- Soft and stretch recycled polyester microfibre
- Style
- activewear, modern, athleisure
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Activewear
Color
Size
Specifications
Cropped long-sleeve t-shirt with micro-perforated stripes for ventilation, made from recycled polyester with odor control technology.
Micro-perforated horizontal stripes, Polygiene odor control, raglan sleeves with thumb slits, reflective details.
- Material
- Soft and stretch recycled polyester microfibre
- Style
- activewear, modern, athleisure
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Activewear
Additional Attributes
- Soft and stretch recycled polyester microfibre
- Micro-perforations in horizontal stripes for maximum ventilation
- Polygiene technology for odour control and anti-bacterial
- Crew neck
- Long raglan sleeves
- Cropped style
- Slit openings for the thumbs
- Reflective details
- I.FIV5 exclusive
Product Insights
The Long-Sleeve Micro-Perforated Cropped T-Shirt from I.FIV5 delivers high-performance ventilation and odor management through full-body micro-perforations and Polygiene silver chloride treatment that lasts over 100 washes, reducing laundry frequency and environmental impact by one-third, all at $49 CAD—undercutting similar options—but requires cold washing in a mesh bag and avoidance of fabric softener to preserve its breathability and durability.
Verified claims
- Value
- At $49 CAD, this top undercuts the On Train Crop's $85 and the ICIW Define's ~$56 CAD while adding Polygiene and micro-perforations.
- Odor control
- Polygiene odor control lasts >100 washes, reducing environmental impact by one third.
- Ventilation
- Full-body micro-perforations provide uniform breathability and accelerate evaporation without chafe.
- Opacity
- Fabric remains opaque when stretched, suitable for single-layer wear.
- Durability
- Polygiene odor control lasts over 100 washes without needing reapplication.
- Safety
- Polygiene uses non-nano silver chloride that stays on fabric and is safe for skin.
- Certifications
- Polygiene is bluesign, OEKO-TEX, and REACH certified for safety and environment.
- Environmental savings
- Polygiene reduces laundry frequency, cutting environmental impact by one-third.
- Care
- Fabric softener ruins ventilation; cold wash and mesh bag preserve it.
- Wash and dry
- Cold water, mesh bag, and air dry preserve fit and reduce microplastic shedding.
- Fabric softener
- Avoid fabric softener; use a vinegar rinse every 5-6 washes to restore breathability.
- Environmental impact
- Doubles wear between washes, reducing environmental impact by a third.
- Exclusive brand
- I.FIV5 is a Simons-exclusive Canadian brand delivering boutique design at $49 CAD.
- Design details
- Micro-perforated horizontal stripes and raglan sleeves enable even ventilation and unrestricted movement.
Product record
- Title
- Long-Sleeve Micro-Perforated Cropped T-Shirt
- Brand
- I.FIV5
- Price
- 49 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Value compared to premium perforated active crops
- I.FIV5 is a Simons-exclusive house brand designed in Canada, which sets this top apart from mass-distributed competitors like On and ICIW; the $49 CAD price tag delivers boutique-brand design thinking — from the micro-perforated stripe pattern to the raglan-sleeve silhouette — that is typically found in higher-priced collections.
- The On Train Long Sleeve Crop carries an $85 USD regular price for a scuba-knit compressive top with mesh panel and front cut-out ventilation, but does not include odor control or recycled content; the I.FIV5 at $49 CAD counters with Polygiene, recycled polyester, and full-body micro-perforated stripes — delivering a more hygienic and sustainable training top for less than half the cost.
- Unlike the On Train Crop's mesh back panel and front cut-out, which create localized airflow, the I.FIV5 uses micro-perforations in horizontal stripes across the entire piece for uniform breathability without adding seams or fabric transitions that can chafe during extended high-intensity wear.
- ICIV's Define Seamless Cropped T-shirt retails at 39€ (approximately $56 CAD) for a four-way stretch seamless recycled-nylon design; the long-sleeve I.FIV5 undercuts that price at $49 CAD while adding long raglan sleeves with thumb slits, Polygiene permanent odor control, and micro-perforated ventilation — offering more technical features for less money.
Polygiene treatment safety and environmental impact
- All Polygiene treatments are designed to meet the EU's REACH regulation, the most rigorous chemical-substance framework globally, ensuring that no substances of very high concern are present — relevant for buyers in Europe or anyone prioritizing the strictest chemical safety benchmarks.
- Polygiene StayFresh relies on silver chloride — a salt naturally abundant in water and soil — rather than controversial nano-silver particles, so it avoids the bioaccumulation and ecotoxicity risks associated with nanoparticle antimicrobials while remaining permanently effective against odor-causing bacteria.
- Polygiene StayFresh is both bluesign® approved — the textile industry’s gold standard for lifecycle-oriented environmental and worker safety — and OEKO-TEX ECO PASSPORT certified, confirming through independent audit that its chemistry is skin-safe and manufactured with lower environmental impact.
- The treatment has undergone extensive skin-sensitivity testing and is engineered to be active exclusively on the fabric surface; it does not leach onto the skin or disrupt the natural bacterial flora, making it a safe choice for all-day wear even for individuals with sensitive skin or a history of irritation from antimicrobial finishes.
- A 2023 life-cycle assessment conducted with Sweco engineering consultancy demonstrated that wearing a StayFresh-treated polyester t-shirt twice as long between washes reduces its total environmental impact by one-third, translating to up to 51 kWh less energy and 3,800 fewer liters of water consumed per person annually — an impactful sustainability story for a $49 garment used during frequent training.
Recycled polyester care and long-term performance
- Tumble dryer heat (50–90°C) damages elastane and can distort the polyester, so air drying indoors or in shade preserves the cropped fit and prevents UV-driven dye fade that dulls the black or colored variants.
- Fabric softener coats the wicking channels of recycled polyester, and after 10–15 washes with softener the micro-perforated ventilation loses its sweat-moving performance, leaving the top feeling sticky and less breathable; a half-cup white vinegar rinse every 5–6 washes resets buildup without coating the fibers.
- Recycled polyester microfibre begins weakening above 30°C, and any elastane in the stretch fabric loses its memory after 10–15 warm cycles at 40°C — cold water preserves the soft hand and cropped shape over the lifetime of the garment.
- For the micro-perforated surface, a mesh laundry bag is more protective than turning the top inside out — internal panels and seams would face drum abrasion when reversed, whereas a mesh bag shields the whole garment from snags and friction, keeping the perforated stripes crisp.
- Every wash of recycled polyester microfibre sheds microplastics into wastewater; combining a cold wash and a low spin speed reduces fiber loss and pilling, and a Guppyfriend-style filter bag can capture shed fibers before they enter the drain.
How the micro-perforations improve breathability
- The micro-perforations work as direct exit pathways for moisture vapor, dramatically accelerating evaporation after the recycled polyester wicks sweat to the surface — meaning the shirt dries faster than a solid knit could, even in high-humidity conditions.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a long-sleeve cropped crew-neck athletic top on a model; raglan sleeves, extended cuffs with thumb opening, and a wide fitted hem band are visible. Fabric shows fine horizontal micro-texture and a small square logo near the lower sleeve cuff.
- NecklineRound crew neck with a narrow stitched binding in the same fabric and color as the body.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve constructionRaglan sleeve seams running from neck toward underarm; sleeves are long and extend past the wrist with a thumb opening at the cuff of the left sleeve.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.58 (high) - Cuff detail and logoExtended sleeve cuff with a small square printed or embroidered logo near the lower sleeve; cuff includes a thumb hole opening so the sleeve covers part of the hand.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.62 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high) - Hem bandWide fitted hem band at the waist that sits higher than the hips, creating a cropped silhouette; band appears slightly smoother and marginally darker in tone than the main body fabric.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.56 · w 0.54 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric textureMatte knit fabric with fine horizontal micro-perforation or ribbing visible across the torso and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.22 · w 0.56 · h 0.46 (high) - Visible fit on modelClose-fitting through the torso and sleeves with slight natural stretch evident at the elbow and waist area.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model against a plain light grey background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows; image is cropped mid-thigh and includes matching leggings as worn by the model.
- Shot compositionCentered studio portrait of a standing model cropped at mid-thigh, product shown on body with neutral pose and hands partially covering lower sleeve.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light grey background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal directional shadowing.
- Visible propModel is wearing matching leggings visible from the waist down but they are not described as packaging or separate product here.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.68 · w 0.60 · h 0.32 (high) - Image qualitySharp, high-resolution photograph with clear detail and accurate focus on fabric texture and garment edges.
Colors
dusty rose· main body fabric#A95566deep dusty rose· hem band#944B5Bmedium grey· sleeve logo- NecklineRound crew neck with a narrow stitched binding in the same fabric and color as the body.
- 02

Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve cropped athletic top worn by a model; visible features include raglan sleeve seams, a wide fitted waistband, micro-textured knit surface, crew neckline with topstitching, and thumbhole cuffs.
- View and silhouetteBack view of a cropped long-sleeve top fitted at the waist with a slightly relaxed back bodice and long slim sleeves extending past the wrists
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.72 (high) - Sleeve constructionRaglan sleeve seams running from the neckline to the underarm on both sides; sleeves are long and narrow with the cuffs extending over the hands and containing thumbholes
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.16 · h 0.66 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.18 · w 0.16 · h 0.66 (high) - Neckline detailShallow crew neckline at the back with visible topstitching and small stitch reinforcement marks at the center back neck
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.08 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (high) - Hem and waistbandWide fitted waistband band attached to the cropped body; waistband appears as a slightly smoother, denser-knit band distinct from the micro-textured bodice
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.58 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high) - Surface textureMicro-perforated or fine horizontal ribbed knit texture visible across the back and sleeves, producing subtle horizontal striping
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.44 (high) - Reflective logoSmall square reflective or printed logo centered on the back of the waistband just above the seam to the lower garment
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.60 · w 0.02 · h 0.03 (medium) - Fabric appearanceMatte, stretchy athletic knit with slight drape visible at the right side back where the fabric folds
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.38 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model from the rear against a light neutral background with even soft lighting.
- Model and stylingA model with long straight blonde hair is wearing the top; hair falls down the back and partially covers the neckline area
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.00 · w 0.22 · h 0.26 (high) - Other garments visibleHigh-waist leggings in a similar color are visible below the waistband but are not described as part of the top
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.70 · w 0.44 · h 0.30 (high) - Background and lightingEven soft studio lighting on a plain light gray background with a faint shadow on the left of the model
- Image crop and qualityFull-body crop from about mid-thigh up; image is sharp with visible fabric texture and clear edges
Colors
dusty rose· main body and sleeves#BD6A7Adeep mauve· waistband#A14D5E- View and silhouetteBack view of a cropped long-sleeve top fitted at the waist with a slightly relaxed back bodice and long slim sleeves extending past the wrists
- 03

Product
Front view of a fitted cropped long-sleeve top in a dusty rose/mauve color worn by a model; visible details include crew neckline, raglan sleeve seams, thumbhole at sleeve cuff, and a cropped hem with visible topstitching.
- SilhouetteCropped, fitted long-sleeve top with a straight hem that sits above the waistline.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.60 · h 0.40 (high) - NecklineShallow crew neckline with a narrow banded finish.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.08 · w 0.30 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeve constructionRaglan seam from neckline toward underarm; sleeves are long and slim-fitting.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.10 · w 0.40 · h 0.45 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.18 · w 0.30 · h 0.60 (high) - ThumbholeThumbhole at the cuff of the left sleeve allowing the sleeve fabric to extend over the hand.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.55 · w 0.20 · h 0.30 (medium) - Hem finishCropped hem with visible double topstitching and a slightly raw flattened edge.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.55 · w 0.50 · h 0.12 (high) - Surface textureVery fine horizontal micro-texture or micro-perforated effect visible as subtle horizontal lines across the fabric.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.20 · w 0.50 · h 0.45 (medium) - Material appearanceLightweight knit with a matte finish and slight drape over the torso.
- Visible logo or textNo visible logo or printed text on the top in this view.
Other
Lifestyle studio shot showing a model wearing the top with accessories and props against a plain light gray background. Lighting is soft and even; image is cropped mid-thigh.
- Model stylingModel wears a headband and narrow sunglasses and has a sweatshirt tied around the waist.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.00 · w 0.60 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.20 · y 0.60 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (high) - PropModel holds a light purple water bottle in the lower right corner of the frame.
1 region
x 0.85 · y 0.78 · w 0.10 · h 0.18 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light gray seamless background with soft, even studio lighting and mild shadowing on the left side of the model.
- Crop and framingImage framed from above the head to mid-thigh; left sleeve extends nearly to the left image edge.
Colors
dusty rose· main body and sleeves#9D5263- SilhouetteCropped, fitted long-sleeve top with a straight hem that sits above the waistline.
Documents & Data
Q&A
2 answered- How many washes does the Polygiene odor control treatment remain effective?
- Polygiene is a permanent odor-control treatment that does not wash out — it is integrated into the fabric at the fiber level and lasts the lifetime of the garment, typically over 100 washes.
- Are the micro-perforations see-through when stretched, or is the fabric opaque enough for single-layer wear?
- The micro-perforations are small, precise holes in an opaque recycled polyester microfibre fabric. When the fabric is stretched the holes may enlarge slightly, but the material remains opaque enough for single-layer wear without being see-through.