I also just received a pair that I ordered from LE Overstocks. Mine are the "performance poplin." I'm not crazy about the fabric, but I like the color. I have some LE shorts in "faded rose" and I like the marine red color better.

 

Ron,

I'm with you the fabric of the poly/cotton poplin blend is pretty cheap feeling, but for $15 I guess I can't complain. I haven't washed them yet, do they get any better?

 

I was going to order some and then I realized they were 65% poly. They look great on the site, but I would be concerned about how they wear and age.

 

Ron,

I'm with you the fabric of the poly/cotton poplin blend is pretty cheap feeling, but for $15 I guess I can't complain. I haven't washed them yet, do they get any better?

I haven't washed or worn them yet. I agree that they are a steal at $15 (or whatever I paid for them on Overstocks). My concern is that they have sort of a shiny/silky finish.

 

Yeah i noticed that right away. When my wife came came she said they looked a little pink. i am somewhat color blind but I stood my ground, I trusted my perception of the color and the description of LE.

 

Make that three (or is it 4). On a whim, I ordered two pair of performance poplin pants from LE; one in marine red, the other in yellow.

Similarly, I haven't washed or worn mine yet either. They are a bit "shiny" but to me most poplin has a similar texture. The weather is warming here quickly so I anticipate an opportunity to wear them is just around the corner. If I happen to be the first to wash / wear them, I'll post back with a full report.