We picked this as the representative J.Crew button-up. Their collection has other cuts and options in the same tier.
← Back to all button-upsBowery Performance Stretch Shirt
About J.Crew’s button-ups: J.Crew's shirting covers the wrinkle-resistant Bowery dress shirt and the soft Secret Wash casual line — dependable mid-tier staples.
Is the price honest?
Fair on sale, steep at full price. Reviewers like the no-iron convenience and fit range but rarely pay full $80 — on one of J.Crew's regular promos the value lands.
What reviewers say
J.Crew's Bowery is a wrinkle-resistant, slightly stretchy dress-casual shirt aimed at people who want to look tidy without ironing, and reviewers say it delivers on that. Owners like the easy-care fabric and the range of collar and fit options, and the Secret Wash casual line is a softer alternative. The criticisms: the performance-stretch cloth reads slightly synthetic to traditionalists, and full-price pricing feels steep (most buy on J.Crew's frequent promos). The fit options are a genuine strength.
The details
- Material
- Wrinkle-resistant cotton-blend with stretch (Bowery); soft washed cotton (Secret Wash).
- Fit
- Multiple fits (slim/classic/relaxed); true to size with good collar options.
- Quality
- Mid-tier — easy-care and tidy; the performance cloth trades some natural hand for convenience.
- Best for
- Low-maintenance dress-casual wear, the office, and anyone who hates ironing.
- Care
- Cold wash and tumble low; the wrinkle-resistant finish means you can often skip the iron.
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