Women’s Jess Stretch Cotton Poplin Top | Wayf
The Wayf Women’s Jess Stretch Cotton Poplin Top brings effortless polish to your everyday wardrobe. We designed this piece with a tailored fit that follows your natural silhouette without restriction, thanks to a hidden stretch weave in the cotton poplin.
Fabric & fit details
Fabric & construction details
Our stretch cotton poplin combines traditional crisp texture with modern comfort. The tight plain weave gives you a smooth finish that resists wrinkles through wear, while 3% spandex delivers just enough give to move with you without losing shape.
Sizing & fit
True to size with a tailored cut
The Wayf Women’s Jess Stretch Cotton Poplin Top runs true to standard US sizing. We recommend ordering your usual size for a fitted but comfortable silhouette. Bust darts and side seams are positioned to follow natural curves without clinging.
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Questions about the Jess stretch poplin top
The tight poplin weave resists wrinkles better than standard cotton shirting. While no fabric is completely wrinkle-proof, the Jess holds a smooth appearance through most daily wear. If wrinkles do form, a quick press with a warm iron while the fabric is slightly damp restores the crisp finish. Many customers report it travels well and needs minimal touch-ups.
The 3% spandex content provides subtle flex across the shoulders, bust, and waist without creating a clingy fit. You’ll notice the stretch when you move your arms or bend, but the shirt maintains a structured, tailored appearance when you’re standing still. It’s not a jersey knit — think of it as traditional poplin with hidden give.
Yes, the hem is finished cleanly and designed to look polished either tucked or untucked. The approximate 25-inch length in size medium falls at mid-hip on most body types, which works well over pants or skirts. The side seams are straight rather than curved, so the shirt drapes nicely when left out.
The poplin weave is tightly woven and opaque in all our standard colors. Most customers wear it without an underlayer and report no transparency issues. The white colorway is the lightest, and while it’s not sheer, those who prefer extra coverage may choose to wear a nude camisole underneath. Darker shades are fully opaque on their own.
Collar stays on the Jess are removable through small openings on the underside of the collar points. Gently slide them out before washing to prevent any potential damage or loss in the machine. Replace them after the shirt is dry and pressed for the crispest collar appearance. The stays are lightweight plastic and designed for repeated use.
The Jess features a classic tailored fit with bust and waist darts, a standard point collar, and a straight hem. Our Blake poplin shirt has puff sleeves and a cropped length, while the Harper is a longer tunic style. The Jess is our most versatile option for traditional office wear and everyday styling.
Minimal shrinkage may occur if you use hot water or high dryer heat, but following our care instructions — cold wash and low heat or air dry — keeps the shirt true to size. The spandex content helps the fabric bounce back to its original shape. We pre-wash our fabric during manufacturing to reduce shrinkage after purchase.