
Icône
Fitted Gingham T-Shirt
This fitted T-shirt features a crew neck, short sleeves, and a small gingham check pattern in light green and white. It is made from soft stretch jersey and designed with a close fit, with the hem sitting at the natural waist. This product is exclusively available in Canada at Icône.
- Style
- casual, slim-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Soft, stretch jersey fitted t-shirt with crew neck and short sleeves.
Soft stretch fabric, fitted silhouette, crew neck, short sleeves.
- Material
- 95% polyester, 5% spandex
- Style
- casual, slim-fit
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- soft stretch jersey
- fitted style
- crew neck
- small short sleeves
Product Insights
The Fitted Gingham T-Shirt by Icône is an exclusive Simons private label at a consistent $39, offering a sharp, fitted silhouette that retains its shape after 50+ washes with minimal shrinkage and resists pilling; the gingham checks stay crisp even after stretching and washing. However, the polyester-dominant 95/5 blend, while providing moderate stretch, may not snap back after all-day tension, is less breathable than cotton and less suited for hot humid days, and becomes sheer under tension despite being normally opaque.
Verified claims
- Fitted silhouette
- Fitted cut hugs the body; size up for a looser fit.
- Opacity
- Less breathable than cotton; less suited for hot humid days.
- Print retention
- Gingham checks stay sharp and aligned after stretching and washing.
- Print integrity
- Gingham pattern remains sharp and aligned after washing.
- Stretch
- 95/5 blend stretches 25-30% but may not snap back after all-day tension.
- Shape retention
- Polyester-dominant fabric retains its fitted silhouette after 50 washes with shrinkage under 5%.
- Pattern integrity
- Gingham check pattern stays crisp after repeated washing.
- Care instructions
- Machine wash cold on gentle cycle; tumble dry low; avoid bleach and high heat.
- Durability
- Resists pilling and shrinking; holds shape through 50+ washes with shrinkage under 5%.
- Exclusivity
- Exclusive Simons private label at a consistent $39.
- Fit
- 5% spandex yields moderate horizontal stretch for a close fit.
- Comfort
- Opaque normally, becomes sheer under tension; less breathable than cotton.
- Value
- 39 CAD, Icône exclusive at Simons, above fast-fashion tiers with controlled quality.
Product record
- Title
- Fitted Gingham T-Shirt
- Brand
- Icône
- Price
- 39 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How it compares to other gingham tees under $50
- Because the Icône brand is a Simons private label, this fitted gingham tee is exclusively available through the Canadian department store — meaning you won't find the exact same style at competing fast-fashion chains, and the $39 price is a controlled, non-race-to-the-bottom offering that avoids the lower-quality pitfalls of extreme discounters.
Gingham pattern quality and wash fastness
- Because the dye is bonded inside the fiber rather than sitting on top, the gingham pattern resists distortion even when the fitted silhouette stretches during wear — the check stays sharp and aligned through movement, and the blend’s spandex content helps the fabric recover its shape without warping the print.
How the fabric holds its shape over time
- The jersey's stretch is engineered in a 2-way (horizontal) format, so it expands across the chest and shoulders for a close-but-comfortable fit while keeping the length intact, which reinforces the cropped, fitted silhouette and minimizes the risk of vertical droop over the day.
- Polyester's structure is naturally deformation-resistant, and manufactures rate this type of blend to hold its size and shape through at least 50+ wash cycles with shrinkage under 5%, meaning the tee you try on today fits much the same after months of regular laundering.
- The 95/5 blend offers roughly 25–30% stretch with moderate recovery power, so the fabric has enough give to create a smooth fitted line but won't aggressively snap back after prolonged stretching — cuffs pushed up for hours or a tight neckline worn all day may relax rather than fully returning to their original shape.
- With only 5% spandex — half the 8–10% sweet spot for activewear — this fabric favors a soft, wrinkle-resistant drape and easy care over high elasticity; it recovers more from the polyester backbone than from elastane, which makes it an everyday fitted top rather than a compression garment.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a fitted short-sleeve crewneck T-shirt with a small gingham check in light green and white, shown on a model from chest to waist.
- Overall silhouetteFitted, slightly cropped T-shirt with short sleeves and a crew neckline; hem sits near the model's natural waist and the shirt follows the torso contours.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.18 · w 0.78 · h 0.50 (high) - NecklineNarrow crew neck with a clean finished edge that lies flat against the model's collarbone.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.14 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves ending above the mid-upper arm with a straight hem and a close fit to the arm.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Fabric patternSmall-scale gingham check pattern consisting of alternating light green and white checks covering the entire visible shirt surface.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.74 · h 0.44 (high) - Surface texture and drapeSmooth knit fabric with slight horizontal stretch evident in minor gathers at the side seam and near the hem where the model holds the shirt.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.46 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the shirt against a plain light background with directional lighting casting a shadow to the right; visible portion of cream-colored gathered-waist pants and model pose with one arm bent across the torso.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from head to hips, facing slightly left with left arm bent across the waist and right arm hanging; hair loose over shoulders.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.88 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingPlain neutral light backdrop with a hard directional light from the left creating a distinct shadow of the model on the wall to the right.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.10 · w 0.34 · h 0.68 (high) - Visible non-product clothingCream or light beige gathered-waist pants visible from the mid-waist downward; elasticized waist with vertical seam lines is visible under the shirt hem.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.60 · w 0.68 · h 0.30 (high) - Shadow detailDistinct soft-edged shadow of the model projected onto the background to the right side of the image.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.14 · w 0.26 · h 0.66 (high)
Colors
light pastel green· gingham checks (green)white· gingham checks (white)- Overall silhouetteFitted, slightly cropped T-shirt with short sleeves and a crew neckline; hem sits near the model's natural waist and the shirt follows the torso contours.
- 02

Product
Short-sleeve fitted crewneck top with small gingham check, shown on a model from near-front; visible hem stops above the waist.
- SilhouetteFitted short-sleeve top with a crewneck and a straight hem that sits just above the natural waist on the model.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.08 · w 0.52 · h 0.28 (high) - PatternAll-over small-scale gingham check pattern visible across the front and sleeves of the top.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.10 · w 0.46 · h 0.22 (high) - Sleeve constructionSet-in short sleeves with a close fit around the upper arm; sleeve hem finishes at the upper arm.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.12 · w 0.16 · h 0.11 (high); x 0.26 · y 0.12 · w 0.16 · h 0.11 (high) - NecklineShallow crewneck that follows the collarbone line, with a narrow neckline band.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (high) - Fabric appearanceFine textured knit or woven fabric with a smooth, slightly fitted surface; no visible sheen.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.10 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model standing against a plain light beige background with soft directional lighting creating a faint shadow to the left; full-body composition cropped slightly above the head and at the floor.
- Model poseModel stands facing slightly to the right with hands in pockets and weight shifted to one leg; head tilted slightly and hair loose over shoulders.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light beige studio background with a soft hard-edged shadow of the model projected to the left, suggesting a single directional light source from the right-front.
- Visible additional garments and accessoriesWide-leg high-waist cream pants with visible vertical seam topstitching and strappy low-heel sandals in a light neutral tone are visible below the top.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.33 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high) - Image framingFull-body vertical frame showing the model from just above the head to the floor; slight cropping at the top edge.
Colors
mint green and off-white gingham· top (gingham check)#B4C2ACwarm cream· pantslight beige· sandals#E3B59B- SilhouetteFitted short-sleeve top with a crewneck and a straight hem that sits just above the natural waist on the model.
- 03

Product
Rear three-quarter view of a fitted short-sleeve gingham T-shirt on a model; small check pattern in alternating light green and white is visible across the entire shirt surface.
- View and fitBack of a fitted T-shirt shown on a model in a rear three-quarter pose, sitting at the natural waist and slightly cropped above the hips.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.52 (high) - NecklineShallow crew neckline with a narrow finished edge visible at the nape.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.08 · w 0.23 · h 0.07 (high) - SleevesShort set-in sleeves ending above the biceps with a narrow hem; sleeve seam sits at the shoulder line.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.17 · w 0.22 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.17 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high) - HemlineStraight hem that falls slightly above the waistband of the skirt or pants, with a faint natural drape and small horizontal pull lines at the center back.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.49 · w 0.52 · h 0.10 (high) - PatternDense small-scale gingham check pattern covering the entire visible shirt back and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.52 (high) - Fabric appearanceFine, slightly textured knit appearance with soft drape and light stretch suggested by subtle contouring across the back.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.20 · w 0.44 · h 0.32 (medium) - Partial occlusionLower sides of the shirt are partially obscured by the model's hands placed in the pockets of the skirt or pants.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.52 · w 0.20 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.52 · w 0.20 · h 0.40 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing a model from the rear three-quarter angle against a neutral beige background with a visible shadow to the right; warm directional lighting from the left highlights texture and creates a soft shadow behind the model.
- Shot compositionStudio portrait framing showing the model from approximately mid-thigh up, centered horizontally with head turned slightly to the left.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 0.98 (high) - Background and shadowPlain warm beige background with a soft shadow cast to the right side of the frame behind the model.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.04 · w 0.34 · h 0.88 (high) - Model and stylingFemale model with long wavy hair wearing light-colored high-waist bottoms and hoop-style earrings; hands inserted in pockets.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.00 · w 0.72 · h 0.98 (high) - Lighting qualityEven soft directional lighting from the left produces gentle highlights on the model's hair and left arm and mild shadowing on the right.
Colors
light sage green· shirt check - light green#BBC4B3off white· shirt check - white#BBC4B3- View and fitBack of a fitted T-shirt shown on a model in a rear three-quarter pose, sitting at the natural waist and slightly cropped above the hips.
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Q&A
4 answered- How does the fitted sizing compare to other Icône tops? Should I size up if I prefer a looser fit?
- This top is designed with a fitted silhouette, so if you prefer a looser fit, we recommend sizing up. For reference, our fitted styles like this one are cut to hug the body, while other Icône tops like the Organic Cotton Loose Boxy have a relaxed, boxy fit [1].
- Is the fabric breathable for warm weather, given it's 95% polyester?
- The fabric is a lightweight stretch jersey that offers decent breathability, but since it's 95% polyester, it won't be as airy as cotton. For warm, humid days, you may find it less breathable than natural fibers.
- What are the care instructions? Can it be machine washed and dried without shrinking or pilling?
- We recommend machine washing this top in cold water on a gentle cycle and tumble drying on low heat. The polyester-spandex blend is resistant to shrinking and pilling when cared for properly. Avoid bleach and high heat to maintain the fabric's softness and shape.
- Is the fabric opaque or slightly see-through when stretched over light-colored undergarments?
- The fabric is opaque and shouldn't be see-through under normal wear. That said, because it's a stretch jersey, it may become slightly more transparent when stretched tightly. We suggest wearing a nude or seamless undergarment for peace of mind.