How to Use poplin in a Sentence

poplin

noun
  • Test the trend out with a cotton poplin shirt dress and loafers as your starting point.
    Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2023
  • Slip this ivory-on-black one, in crisp cotton poplin, over an easy pair of black pants.
    Kavita Daswani, latimes.com, 15 Dec. 2017
  • Comfort is key and this poplin cotton is light and airy.
    Christian Gollayan, Men's Health, 13 Dec. 2022
  • The poplin dress comes in classic solid black and a fresh floral print.
    Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 12 Apr. 2024
  • The poplin puff sleeves on A.L.C.’s tailored white tee give the otherwise-plain top some flair.
    Ciannah Gin, Forbes, 21 May 2021
  • The cotton poplin plastron shirt took 11 hours to make, according to the French house.
    Rosemary Feitelberg | Wwd, latimes.com, 25 Apr. 2018
  • Plus, its 120s poplin fabric feels as luxe and soft as a five-star hotel bed sheet.
    Christian Gollayan, Men's Health, 7 Nov. 2022
  • These slim-fit poplin Oxford work shirts are a no-fuss style staple.
    Madeline Fass, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2021
  • The poplin fabric and drop-waist give a vintage feel to a simple strapless dress.
    Hannah Oh, Seventeen, 13 Jan. 2023
  • Cotton poplin, hemp, and flax are among the top natural fibers for heat-proof style.
    Laura Lajiness, Vogue, 15 June 2021
  • To avoid this, try breathable knits and free yourself from starchy poplins and stiff denim.
    Vogue, 2 Aug. 2019
  • They’re made of three-ply cotton poplin and come with their own bag for laundering.
    Kathy Passero, cleveland, 16 Oct. 2020
  • Cut in Kate Spade's crisp cotton poplin, this dress is a cherry good option for brunch, the office, date night, or days in the park.
    Daria Smith, Southern Living, 3 June 2021
  • They're made from a mid-weight soft and stretchy poplin material with elastic on the back and a zipper fly.
    Eden Lichterman, PEOPLE.com, 10 Aug. 2021
  • For starters, there are not scores or hundreds of fabrics to choose from, but just 11, split between oxfords and poplins.
    Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 15 Mar. 2023
  • Prior to that, she was spotted in Paris, braving the heat in a white dainty cotton poplin maxi dress by Alaïa.
    Alex Kessler, Vogue, 16 July 2023
  • The nightgown is available in two bright warm weather colors, white and grass green, and is made of stretch poplin blend fabric.
    Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 25 July 2023
  • Cut from a breathable poplin cotton into an A-line cut that's smocked, the Mimi dress flatters to no end.
    harpersbazaar.com, 9 May 2023
  • There were crisp poplin shirts and crimson red slink-sheaths and flutters of tulle, all thrown against the steel-on-stone backdrop of Hudson Harbor.
    Faran Krentcil, Harper's BAZAAR, 14 Sep. 2022
  • George, wearing a black poplin jacket over a white crocheted shirt, and puffing on a cigarette, took his place to the right of Paul.
    George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Aug. 2020
  • Made from machine-washable 100% cotton poplin, the top has adorable ruffle sleeves and a bow detail.
    Phoebe Sklansky, Parents, 5 Mar. 2024
  • True patent leather is for luxe versions, but pleather, vinyl, nylon and even plastic-coated poplins work too.
    Sharon Graubard, courant.com, 15 Aug. 2019
  • Since the ’70s, has Margaret Howell ever missed with her cotton-twill jackets and boxy poplin shirts?
    Zoe Dubno, Vogue, 16 June 2022
  • It is made of 10 to 12 meters of rustic poplin and cotton printed with a floral design.
    Fernanda Pérez Sánchez, Vogue, 8 Aug. 2022
  • This tiered maxi dress is made of cotton poplin and has a high neckline that conveys a regal feeling of power.
    Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 15 Aug. 2022
  • Instead, Aymeline Valade wore her poplin tunic loose over navy trousers with a matching blazer.
    Emily Farra, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2019
  • Among the standouts: poplin shirts with adjustable sleeves, enamel jewelry and palm-print bags.
    Kavita Daswani, latimes.com, 6 Apr. 2018
  • The headboard is upholstered in mohair with poplin piping on the wingback sides.
    Nick Scott, Robb Report, 11 Aug. 2023
  • The actor wore a red and white striped cotton poplin button up and baggy medium wash jeans that pooled around her ankles.
    Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2024
  • The dress is made from cotton poplin and features pleated details, light boning, and pockets.
    Ali Faccenda, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2024

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