Marie Marot X J.Crew cotton poplin tuxedo shirt

Saved forever for an authentic woman's man-inspired tuxedo shirt. Thought for certain this would be it. It's not. Yes, the fabric IS everything I hoped and the collar/cuff details ARE as every man's tuxedo I've helped tie over the years. However, if I had wanted an ill fitting man's shirt, I could have bought one for $39 at The Warehouse. I really thought I'd get some bust darts and a little tailoring or at minimum a really cool/unique oversize fit from this designer (at this price). A chic neckline like tuxedo deserves better. Expectations too high perhaps. If you're OK with the great casual Mason-type cut with a tuxedo collar... you'll love this.

I purchase lots of JCrew items. I’m very particular about the items I purchase. I review everything I purchase. This will be my first negative review. Unfortunately this blouse is not that great. Prior reviews mentioned that it was boxy and big. The reviews were accurate. I normally purchase a 6. For reference I’m 5’6”, 144 lbs., 36DD. I purchased a 4 which fits well as it relates to width. Length is good. I have long arms and the sleeves were fine. The material is thin. The cuffs are a nice touch and the style will work for what I purchased it for. I got this on sale but for the sale price to me it still wasn’t worth it. Not impressed.

Shirt itself is thinner than other J.Crew poplin shirts. Collar and cuffs are made out of a contrasting textured material. Execution is not quite right, so the overall effect feels a little cheap. Embroidered logo does not look good IRL. Other reviewer’s mentioned that this runs big. I would not recommend sizing down if you are busty.