Popelin shirt
The poplin shirt is the most popular dress shirt and is valued for the softness and the refinement of its weave. The poplin shirt is made with a very tight weave which is achieved by using twice as many warp threads as weft threads per square centimeter.
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The history of Poplin
In the 15th century, the word poplin is derived from the French word papelaine, a fabric made from a blend of silk and wool. It was used to make winter clothing because the fabric was both sturdy and soft. Papeline, however, was originally derived from the word papelino, a silk or wool fabric made in Avignon. It was used to make clothes for the Pope.
At that time, poplin was still considered a dense textile made of wool and silk, but nowadays the term refers to the weave. Poplin is therefore not linked to any particular thread.
The making of poplin
Poplin is a certain type of weaving in which the thin warp thread is tightly woven and the thicker weft thread is loosely woven. About twice as many warp threads as weft threads are used, which makes the fabric particularly resistant to wear, while remaining soft and fine.
The fabric is lightweight, soft and easy to care for. These properties make the fabric indispensable, especially for shirts, as the fabric remains comfortable even during a long working day. The poplin shirt is today the most common dress shirt, and is appreciated for its softness and the fineness of its weave.
Some styling tips
The lightness of poplin allows you to wear it for several occasions. To go to work, a beautiful white poplin shirt will give you an elegant and refined look. A silk grenadine tie will be well highlighted on a poplin shirt, in the color of your choice.
The majority of our shirts are in double twisted poplin. Thus, we have a multitude of poplin shirts and therefore different collars. You can vary your style or at least your appearance by opting for the collar that suits you. Whatever happens, you'll be elegant, refined and you'll feel light thanks to poplin.
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