Classic Relaxed Shirt

Madewell

4
(114 Reviews)

Product Details

Give your classic button-down a much needed refresh with this wrap waist version by Madewell. Style with structured trousers and pointed heels for a boss lady vibe.

Materials and Measurements

White stripe cotton (100% Cotton). Top. Long sleeves. Collar. Front button closure. 28" from shoulder to hemline. Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: XS-XXL

Not see through | Standard bra friendly | Light weight | Functional front buttons | No stretch | True to size | Casual office friendly

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Ratings &
Reviews

  (114)  

Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34DDD/E
Body type: Apple
Weight: 137lbs
Browse Jennifer's reviews
March 13th, 2025
Loved this

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Petite
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Blake's reviews
December 8th, 2024
Interesting take on button down

This was kind of hard to style for me, personally, but overall, the variation in stripes is fun. I didn't use the side button because I tucked it in, couldn't make the side button look good.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 143lbs
Browse Andromeda's reviews
November 26th, 2024
Great twist on a closet staple.

Boxy fit, Might run a tiny bit on the larger side, but it's structured enough to wear it loose and not look messy. Got a few compliments on it at work. It's comfy and easy.

Overall Fit

Just right

Waist

Runs big

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Erin's reviews
November 23rd, 2024
Cute

Nothing wrong with the shirt just wasn't my all time fav style. Don't totally know how to style. Also wore with black trousers and white loafers for work.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Petite
Weight: 96lbs
Browse G's reviews
September 28th, 2024
understated effortless cool

love the button detail on the side. it creates that "effortless" look that everyone knows takes some styling to achieve. in a good way. fits as expected, a little loose fitting on its own, but the side button plus a belt make it feminine and work appropriate. great piece overall

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 0"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 119lbs
Browse Kimberly's reviews
January 30th, 2025
Looked great for work

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Molly's reviews
July 12th, 2024
Classic but still unique look

Great shirt— sleeves were short on me (common) so I wore them rolled up with the shirt tucked in to work. Not much of an issue with gapping at the bust. I liked the classic look, but that it was still unique and fun, with the two different patterns. Will rent again and may buy.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Audrey's reviews
June 25th, 2024
Smart

You don’t expect much from Madewell, but this shirt is great. It can be worn buttoned normally, as well.

Team RTR
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 38B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Emma's reviews
April 11th, 2024
Team RTR Review

This style surprised me! I love the cool structural trend element to it. I found the side button to be flattering as it created a nice cinch at the waist. I would rent it for work and pair it with jeans or neutral trousers.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 225lbs
Browse Iman's reviews
June 26th, 2025
Obsessed

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34C
Weight: 142lbs
Browse Jillian's reviews
March 21st, 2025
Cute

A little oversized

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse zoe's reviews
September 13th, 2025
Nothing super special

I like the asymmetrical design but same can be done with a brooch. Which I added anyway

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Faith's reviews
May 14th, 2025
Versatile top for any occasion

I loved that I could wear this to a winery event and casually. The shirt design was very cute but I wish the sleeves were more fitted. It has a baggy look around the arms.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34DDD/E
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 146lbs
Browse Beth's reviews
September 27th, 2024
Good shirt.

I was a little too busty to use the side button feature of this shirt although I am wearing it with the side button in the picture. When I wore it to work I just had it buttoned regularly. Love the stripes. Pretty lightweight.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 30G
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Catherine's reviews
March 21st, 2025
Serviceable

Shoulders and arms a little big but had room for the chest. The button over feature gave it some shape. In person I felt put together but then I saw myself on a video call and it made me look a lot bigger than I am!

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Length

Just right

Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
Large
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 38A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Megan's reviews
September 26th, 2024
Roomy fit and print is weird

It ran bigger than expected, so I wore it open, over a tank top. Also, one half has more bold stripes than the other half, so I thought it looked weird for business.

Overall Fit

Runs big

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 28A
Body type: Apple
Weight: 112lbs
Browse Yuezhe's reviews
July 3rd, 2024
Looks large

The picture on the model looked playful while professional, but didn’t work out on me.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 0"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 112lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
May 28th, 2024
Cute but a bit hard to style

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 30B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Olivia's reviews
May 21st, 2025
Nice work wear

Didn't love the fit with additional button to cinch waist but loved the design and wore to couple different client meetings

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 132lbs
Browse Courtney's reviews
May 16th, 2025
Love!

It looked great and is a nice shirt. I wanted it for the asymmetrical button but it kept riding up throughout the day and i had to keep adjusting it

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Jessica's reviews
April 17th, 2025
Great work shirt

Easy to wear and the alternating sized stripes makes it an elevated basic

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
Large
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 36DDD/E
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Aarti's reviews
March 31st, 2025
Comfy and hip

Loved wearing this with heels. Be aware, the area around the stomach does not hang flat, it can be a bit fluffy.

Overall Fit

Runs big

Chest

Just right

Waist

Just right

Length

Too Long

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
Large
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 38DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 185lbs
Browse Ilana's reviews
August 14th, 2024
Great for larger chests, size down

I'm a solid size 14 these days and the L fit perfectly. I had previously rented the XL and was swimming in it.

Overall Fit

Runs big

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Kaylee's reviews
October 17th, 2025
Classic oversized button down with a twist!

I loved the side button that added shape to an oversized button down!

Size worn:
XXL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 18
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Apple
Weight: 225lbs
Browse Farrah's reviews
July 22nd, 2025
Professional style

Perfect for the office

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XXL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 18
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 38D
Body type: Pear
Weight: 190lbs
Browse Renee's reviews
June 30th, 2025
Neat and comfortable

Traditional button down shirt with 2 slightly different stripe patterns—gives it a flair.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 176lbs
Browse Gail's reviews
June 3rd, 2025
Fun twist on button down

Fit true to size

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Petite
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Michelle's reviews
April 26th, 2025
Comfy cute shirt

True to size, i would probably rent again in a larger size for an oversized looks

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XXL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 40DDD/E
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 230lbs
Browse Jessica's reviews
April 4th, 2025
Great top

Looks good with pants untucked, or tucked into a skirt. Love that you can wear it different ways. The different stripe patterns are so fun, too. Fit perfectly. Total win. Might keep it.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 137lbs
Browse Cheri's reviews
November 21st, 2024
Nice shirt

Good for the office.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Body type: Athletic
Browse RTR Member's reviews
October 21st, 2024
Love

Love it great fit and a staple

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XXL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 16
Height: 4' 11"
Bust size: 38DDD/E
Body type: Full Bust
Browse Melissa's reviews
August 12th, 2024
Classic with a twist

Very high quality stitching and great fit. Multiple styling options, and made simple outfit look instantly pulled together.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 164lbs
Browse Anne marie's reviews
August 1st, 2024
Great shirt for the office

Liked it so much that I purchased. Can be worn asymmetrically as in the picture or normally

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Sara's reviews
June 19th, 2024
Cool twist on a classic button-down

This is a great work top. The pictures don't do it justice. It has two different stripe patterns, one of which is very thin and tightly spaced, so it looks blurry in some of the pictures but interesting in person. The different stripe patterns make it a little edgier than a classic striped button-down. I wasn't sure I'd like the side button, but now that I've seen how it works, I want one on all of my button-downs. You can ignore the side button and button straight up and down like a normal shirt (but it will fit large this way, since it's sized with some extra room to allow for the side button), but if you use the side button, it creates a cinched look and moves the lower buttons off-center. It's a very flattering look. The fabric has a "crisp" feel and doesn't wrinkle easily.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Petite
Weight: 190lbs
Browse Jessica's reviews
June 14th, 2024
Versatile and lightweight comfy

Love this. Wore three ways. Open with a cami, closed normal, and closed with the weird side button buttoned. I’m keeping and might buy. Very good summer top. Love the different stripes. Wore to work and out and about and at home. Washes and dries well.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 38DD
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 180lbs
Browse Amanda's reviews
May 14th, 2024
Just ok,cool stripes

Nice alternate stripes, but slightly too big but smaller would be too tight. Wore it to work with black pants three times. Wouldn’t rent again

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Lesley's reviews
March 20th, 2024
Looks great but not super for busty women.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Apple
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Teresa's reviews
March 14th, 2024
Such a cute top! I was able to wear it tucked in and another day outside with jeans and wedges.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Apple
Weight: 160lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
March 9th, 2024
Very pretty, very comfortable. Got complimented immediately, very unique design.

Casual with jeans but the design adds a little something special. Very nice shirt.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Petite
Weight: 148lbs
Browse Linda's reviews
April 13th, 2025
Great shirt for any occasion

Overall Fit

Just right

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