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Men's long-sleeve button-front shirt in a dark black fabric with vertical tonal stripe texture, shown on a model from a three-quarter front angle.

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Marxin Shirt Rp

A$499.00AUD
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The Marxin Shirt RP is a men's long-sleeve button-front shirt featuring a self-stripe fabric of 85% ramie and 15% polyester. It includes a classic collar, two front patch pockets, and a curved hem. The shirt is dry clean only and designed in Melbourne, reference EM24-1208RP.

Color
BLACK STRIPE
Material
85% Ramie 15% Polyester
Gender
male
Style
classic, slim-fit
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Color

BLACK STRIPE

Size

123465
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MPN
EM24-1208RP

Specifications

Classic fitted men's shirt in a beautiful self-stripe fabric.

Self-stripe fabric, classic fit

Color
BLACK STRIPE · black
Material
85% Ramie 15% Polyester
Secondary
polyester
Style
classic, slim-fit
Gender
male
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Additional Attributes

  • self-stripe fabric
  • classic fitted silhouette
  • 85% ramie, 15% polyester blend
  • dry clean only
  • designed in Melbourne

Product Insights

The Marxin Shirt Rp by ET AL is a 499 AUD, in-stock dress shirt that delivers a sharp, understated presence through a woven black-on-black self-stripe, which reads as a solid from a distance yet reveals a sliming vertical texture when light catches the weave. Built from an 85% ramie / 15% polyester blend, it offers a crisp, slightly lustrous hand that keeps a classic fitted cut—the only fitted cut among comparable ramie shirts—while the polyester adds seam mobility and shape retention. Its core promise is a shirt that stays structured and resists wrinkles more than linen or pure ramie, but the tradeoff is that the creases that do form are sharp and hard to press, and the fabric demands dry-cleaning, adding recurring cost. Positioned between a $750 pure-ramie shirt and a $140 budget tier, it balances refined aesthetics with practical durability, making it a versatile piece that drops under a suit or stands alone in smart-casual wear.

Verified claims

Wrinkle behavior
Creases appear after hours of wear but less often than linen, in sharp defined lines.
Stripe effect
Woven black-on-black self-stripe reads as a solid from a distance and slims the silhouette.
Price context
499 AUD sits below a $750 pure-ramie shirt and above the $140 budget tier.
Visual effect
The black self-stripe reads as a solid until light catches the weave, then adds a slimming vertical line.
Woven construction
Woven self-stripe is part of the fabric itself, so it can't fade, peel, or crack like a print.
Hand
Crisp, slightly lustrous ramie-polyester fabric stays sharp through the day but develops sharp creases with wear.
Self-stripe
Woven black-on-black self-stripe reads as a solid from across the room, so it drops under a suit.
Silhouette
Crisp ramie hand keeps the classic fitted cut sharp; 15% polyester adds seam mobility.
Wrinkling
Overall wrinkling is less than linen or pure ramie, though creases still set after several hours.
Crease character
Wrinkles into sharp, hard-to-press creases while the collar and placket keep their structure.
Material
85% ramie / 15% polyester trades pure ramie's silkier luster for added shape retention.
Fit
Classic fitted dress shirt — the only fitted cut among the ramie shirts compared.
Fabric behavior
Wrinkles less often than linen but in sharper, harder-to-release creases.
Stripe versatility
Black-on-black self-stripe reads as a solid at distance, spanning dress and smart-casual wear.
Care
Dry-clean-only care adds recurring cost, offset by shape retention between cleans

Product record

Title
Marxin Shirt Rp
Brand
ET AL
Price
499 AUD
Availability
In stock

Deep Research

How it compares to other ramie shirts

  • Raw ramie stalks contain between 25% and 35% gums and pectins that must be removed through an intensive chemical degumming process — a step so resource-heavy that it alone is the primary reason for ramie's higher cost compared to linen and a key factor why any ramie shirt starts at a price floor well above conventional cotton or linen, making the Marxin's $499 position a natural reflection of the fiber's pedigree.
  • The Marxin's price aligns with the full retail of Yohji Yamamoto's ramie lawn shirt ($580 USD), positioning it within the same aspirational bracket as a piece from one of Japan's most revered avant-garde fashion houses, but without the oversized, gender-fluid silhouette, instead delivering a classic fitted cut for the man who prefers a structured, dress-appropriate shape.
  • At $499 AUD, the Marxin Shirt Rp significantly undercuts the $750 Joseph Justi Rami Voile Shirt, a fellow Melbourne-designed 100% ramie offering, while exchanging ramie's full silk-like luster for the self-stripe weave and added shape retention from 15% polyester — a trade-off that prioritizes everyday wearability over the unadulterated luxury of a pure fiber.
  • Heychic's $139.95 Nellie shirt demonstrates that budget ramie exists, but its relaxed, oversized cut and lack of a woven self-stripe detail place it firmly in the casual-layering tier — the Marxin's $499 tag buys a far more considered fit, a dressier woven-in pattern, and a degree of tailoring that justifies a threefold premium.

Wrinkle behavior in daily wear

  • Ramie's low elasticity creates sharper, more defined creases than linen, so the Marxin Shirt develops crisp fold lines at elbows and collar rather than soft rumpling, giving a structured look even as it wrinkles.
  • Despite the sharpness of individual creases, ramie fabric generally wrinkles less often than linen — the shirt's body remains relatively unrumpled through a day, with creasing localized at elbows, collar, and inner sleeves rather than spreading across the whole garment.

The self-stripe weave and its visual effect

  • Because the black-on-black stripe pattern is formed by the character of the weave itself — not by a different thread colour — the shirt reads as a solid at conversational distance and reveals its subtle linear texture only when light catches the relief of the weave, giving it a dimensional quality that a flat printed stripe cannot match.
  • In a classic fitted men’s shirt, the vertical orientation of the self-stripe pulls the eye upward along the body — a classic tailoring principle that makes the wearer appear taller and leaner — and the tonal stripe achieves this effect without the brashness of a contrast pinstripe, so the silhouette is streamlined without announcing itself.
  • The self-stripe’s low-contrast character lets the shirt function as a solid from across the room, so it can slide under a navy blazer or a charcoal suit without breaking formality, yet the close-range texture provides enough visual interest to anchor a smart-casual look when worn on its own — a chameleon quality that a loud bengal or candy stripe abandons.

How the ramie-polyester blend feels and drapes

  • Ramie fibers naturally possess a glossy sheen often described as silk-like; on the Marxin Shirt RP, this luster combines with the self-stripe weave to give the black stripe fabric a subtle reflective depth that reads as more formal than matte cotton or slubby linen.
  • Ramie is inherently stiff compared to cotton or linen, providing a firm, papery hand that allows the shirt’s collar and placket to stand up sharply and retain a polished silhouette throughout wear — rather than softening into a casual slump.
  • The small polyester content acts as a mechanical fiber with greater elasticity than ramie, tempering the fabric’s brittleness and allowing a bit of give at the seams and stress points; the result is a shirt that moves with the body rather than resisting it, while still delivering ramie’s signature crispness.

Image Analysis

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MARXIN SHIRT RP product image (primary)
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Product

Men's long-sleeve button-front shirt in a dark black fabric with vertical tonal stripe texture, shown on a model from a three-quarter front angle.

  • Shirt silhouetteLong-sleeve, collared, button-front shirt with a relaxed, slightly oversized fit and a curved hem that drops lower at the sides.
    1 regionx 0.11 · y 0.08 · w 0.66 · h 0.55 (high)
  • Fabric texture and patternMatte black fabric with repeated vertical tonal stripes created by alternating slightly shinier and more matte woven bands; fabric appears lightweight and slightly translucent where layered.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.58 · h 0.44 (high)
  • Chest pocketsTwo rectangular patch pockets on the front chest, one on each side, integrated into the vertical stripe pattern.
    2 regionsx 0.25 · y 0.28 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.45 · y 0.28 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Front buttonsSingle row of round dark buttons down the front placket, visible from collar to hem.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.45 (high)
  • Sleeve and cuffLong sleeves with visible cuff seam at the wrist on the right arm; left sleeve partially folded behind the back.
    2 regionsx 0.11 · y 0.16 · w 0.20 · h 0.42 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.46 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Visible inside layerSlightly sheer area near side hem where inner fabric shows through, indicating lightweight weave.
    1 regionx 0.09 · y 0.44 · w 0.10 · h 0.14 (medium)

Other

Studio product shot of a male model on a white background wearing matching black accessories; three-quarter front pose with soft shadowing and full body crop extending to ankles.

  • Model poseModel angled slightly forward and to the viewer's right with left leg stepping forward and right hand partially visible behind the back.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.04 · w 0.70 · h 0.92 (high)
  • HeadwearModel wearing a black six-panel baseball cap with a curved brim.
    1 regionx 0.55 · y 0.02 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high)
  • SunglassesThick-framed rectangular black sunglasses worn by the model.
    1 regionx 0.56 · y 0.07 · w 0.15 · h 0.08 (high)
  • TrousersLoose, wide-legged, cropped black trousers that gather slightly and end above the boots.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.52 · w 0.62 · h 0.42 (high)
  • Boots and hardwareBlack chunky-sole ankle boots with a full-length central zipper visible on the front of each boot.
    1 regionx 0.26 · y 0.78 · w 0.48 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Background and lightingEven white studio background with soft, diffuse lighting and minimal shadowing beneath the model.

Colors

deep black with tonal stripes· shirt#110F11matte black· trousers#0E0D0Egloss black· boots#0E0D0Dblack· cap#120D0Dblack frame· sunglasses#151213
MARXIN SHIRT RP product image 2
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Product

Long-sleeve black button shirt with a soft collar, visible button placket, left chest patch pocket, curved hem, and subtle vertical textured stripe bands in the fabric.

  • Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve, relaxed-fit shirt with a straight body and a gently curved lower hem visible at the front and sides.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.14 · w 0.48 · h 0.52 (high)
  • CollarSoft, notched shirt collar with visible open neckline; collar points lie flat against the chest.
    1 regionx 0.32 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Button placketCentered vertical button placket with multiple round buttons; placket runs down the visible front of the shirt.
    1 regionx 0.33 · y 0.12 · w 0.10 · h 0.48 (high)
  • Left chest pocketSingle patch pocket located on the left chest (viewer right), rectangular with top aligned to mid-chest.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.22 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Sleeve constructionLong sleeves with a slightly relaxed fit; sleeve shows gentle fabric folds and natural creasing at elbow and forearm.
    1 regionx 0.56 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.44 (high)
  • Fabric textureMatte black fabric with vertical textured stripe bands that appear slightly raised or with a different weave/finish, creating subtle tonal striping.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.14 · w 0.36 · h 0.48 (high)
  • Seams and topstitchingVisible vertical seam lines near the front panels and a horizontal seam near lower chest area; stitching apparent where pocket and placket meet body.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.30 · w 0.34 · h 0.28 (medium)

Other

Studio shot showing a model in three-quarter view against a plain white background; image includes additional garments and accessories and is cropped at mid-calf.

  • Model pose and viewMale model shown in a three-quarter front view, hands partially in pockets, torso angled slightly to viewer left.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.92 (high)
  • Accessories visibleModel wears a black baseball cap and black sunglasses; these are visible above the shirt collar.
    2 regionsx 0.34 · y 0.00 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.34 · y 0.04 · w 0.22 · h 0.08 (high)
  • Other garments and footwearLoose black cropped trousers and chunky black zip-front boots are visible below the shirt; boots have prominent lug soles and a front zipper.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.58 · w 0.52 · h 0.40 (high)
  • Background and lightingPlain white seamless background with even studio lighting and minimal shadowing under the model.
  • Image cropImage is cropped at approximately mid-calf on the model; lower legs and boot tops are visible while full feet extend slightly out of frame.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.70 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (high)

Colors

black· shirt body#151314
MARXIN SHIRT RP product image 3
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Product

Rear three-quarter view of a long-sleeve black shirt with vertical textured stripe panels, shirt collar, button cuffs, and a curved hem that extends lower at the back.

  • Overall silhouetteShirt shown from the rear-right three-quarter angle; fits over model's hips with a slightly relaxed, long-line silhouette and a curved hem that is longer at the back.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.08 · w 0.45 · h 0.70 (high)
  • CollarClassic shirt collar visible from the rear, folded down and centered at the neck.
    1 regionx 0.46 · y 0.06 · w 0.14 · h 0.08 (high)
  • Vertical textured stripesVertical alternating matte and slightly shinier narrow stripe panels run down the back and sleeve, creating a subtle striped texture.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.12 · w 0.36 · h 0.60 (high)
  • Sleeve and cuffLong sleeve with a visible single-button cuff; sleeve shows the same vertical stripe texture and slight wrinkling near elbow.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.40 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Side seam and pocket flapA seam and a partial pocket or pocket flap are visible on the right side of the chest area from this angle.Partial
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.22 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (medium)
  • Fabric drape and textureFabric appears lightweight with visible vertical creasing and a soft drape along the back and hem edge.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.18 · w 0.36 · h 0.54 (high)

Other

Model styling and shot composition show a cropped full-body studio shot with a plain white background; model wears a black baseball cap, sunglasses, cropped black trousers, and chunky black boots.

  • Shot compositionStudio image with the model positioned left-of-center on a white background, framed from head to lower legs with the shirt as the focal area.
  • Model accessoriesModel wears a black baseball cap and rectangular black sunglasses visible at the top of the image.
    1 regionx 0.39 · y 0.01 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Visible lower stylingModel wears cropped black trousers and chunky black leather boots that reach mid-calf; boots have thick lug soles.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.62 · w 0.45 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowsEven, diffuse studio lighting with soft shadows beneath the boots and faint shadowing along the shirt folds.

Colors

black with tonal stripe· shirt body#1D1B1D

Documents & Data

Q&A

4 answered
What material is the Marxin Shirt Rp made from?
The Marxin Shirt Rp is made from a self-stripe fabric of 85% ramie and 15% polyester. It is dry clean only (P).
What fit does the Marxin Shirt Rp have?
This is a classic fitted men's shirt — the listing describes it as "Classic fitted Mens Shirt" and lists "classic fit" as a feature.
Is the self-stripe pattern woven into the fabric or printed on?
Self-stripe refers to a woven pattern, not a print. The stripe is created by contrasting weave structures or yarn textures in the same color, so it's part of the fabric itself rather than ink applied to the surface.
Does the 15% polyester content reduce the heavy wrinkling typical of 100% ramie, or should I expect linen-like creasing after a few hours of wear?
Ramie is known for wrinkling easily, similar to linen. The 15% polyester will add some wrinkle resistance and help the shirt hold its shape better than 100% ramie, but you should still expect noticeable creasing after several hours of wear.

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://etal-australia.com/products/em24-1208rp
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