Is the voile fabric sheer enough to require a camisole underneath?

Voile is a lightweight, slightly sheer fabric. Given the cotton-silk blend and crisp finish, the shirt may be semi-sheer, especially in lighter colors like blue. Many customers find that a camisole or tank top underneath provides additional coverage if desired.

How does the straight fit accommodate different body types, such as broader shoulders or a larger bust?

The straight fit offers a relaxed silhouette that generally accommodates different body types well. For broader shoulders or a larger bust, we recommend consulting the size guide or sizing up for a more comfortable fit, as the cut is not fitted.

What are the recommended care instructions—can it be machine washed or does it require dry cleaning?

The product listing does not include specific care instructions for this shirt. For a cotton-silk voile, we typically recommend gentle hand wash in cold water or dry cleaning to preserve the fabric's quality. Machine washing may cause shrinkage or damage. Always check the care label inside the garment.

How does the fabric hold up in terms of wrinkling and pilling after regular wear and washing?

Cotton-silk voile is a delicate fabric that may wrinkle easily, similar to other lightweight weaves. Pilling is less common with silk blends, but depends on wear and care. Following gentle care instructions—such as hand washing and air drying—can help maintain the fabric's appearance. Specific customer reviews on wrinkling are not available in our product data.

Edito par Simons

Cotton-Silk Blend Shirt

5/5 (1)

CA$99.95CA$195.00-49%

In Stock

This is a long-sleeve button-front shirt crafted from a cotton-silk voile blend with a crisp feel. It features a straight fit, vertical blue stripe pattern, full-length button placket, buttoned cuffs, and side vents. Designed in Canada and made in Portugal, it is part of the Édito by Simons collection.

Color: Blue stripes
Material: Cotton-silk blend
Style: casual, classic, nautical, relaxed-fit
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Color

Blue

Size

X-SMALLSMALLMEDIUM

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Specifications

A seaside-inspired striped shirt crafted from a delicate cotton-silk voile with a fresh, crisp feel, featuring a loose straight fit, full-length buttons, buttoned cuffs, and side vents.

Crisp voile in a cotton-silk blend, straight fit, full-length buttons, buttoned cuffs, side vents

Color: Blue stripes · blue
Material: Cotton-silk blend
Secondary: silk
Style: casual, classic, nautical, relaxed-fit
Occasion: vacation, casual, weekend
Gender: female
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Additional Attributes

exclusive design from Édito by Simons
crafted from delicate cotton-silk voile
fresh, crisp feel
loose, comfortable silhouette
straight fit
alluring stripes in shades of blue
full-length button placket
buttoned cuffs
side vents for ease of movement
made in Portugal
seaside-inspired aesthetic

Product Insights

The Cotton-Silk Blend Shirt by Edito par Simons, priced at $195 CAD, combines 82% cotton and 18% silk to deliver a fluid drape that softens folds and glides over skin, with improved wrinkle recovery and reduced pilling compared to pure-cotton voile. Micro-ventilation and side vents create a passive chimney draft that exhausts body heat, while silk's moisture absorption keeps the shirt dry and comfortable in humidity. However, the semi-sheer voile in lighter colors may require a camisole, and the straight fit necessitates sizing up for broader shoulders or larger busts; gentle hand wash or dry cleaning is needed to preserve the fabric.

Verified claims

Drape: Drapes in soft folds, glides over skin, and wrinkles fade faster than pure-cotton voile.
Breathability: Micro-ventilation and side vents create airflow; silk absorbs moisture without dampness.
Sheerness: Semi-sheer in light colors; coverage may require a camisole.
Pilling: Pilling is less common than in pure-cotton voile.
Ventilation: Side vents and open weave generate a passive chimney draft that exhausts body heat.
Humidity comfort: Silk's moisture absorption and non-cling finish keep the shirt dry and comfortable in humidity.
Wrinkle recovery: Silk's elasticity helps creases fade quickly, so the shirt looks neat through a hot day.
Material performance: The 82% cotton, 18% silk blend yields a fluid drape, improved wrinkle recovery, and reduced pilling.
Buyer guidance: The voile is semi-sheer in lighter colors, needs gentle hand wash or dry cleaning, and the straight fit may require sizing up for broader shoulders.
Layering: Crisp finish, generous fit, and vents keep a camisole comfortable and invisible.
Coverage options: Full-button placket allows wearing shirt open as a cover-up or buttoned for coverage.
Fit for broader builds: Size up for broader shoulders or larger busts
Care: Hand wash in cold water or dry clean to preserve fabric quality.
Durability: Wrinkles easily but silk aids recovery; pilling infrequent with gentle care.
Price-quality: At $99.95 CAD, this shirt offers drape and cooling comparable to higher-priced silk blends.

Product record

Title: Cotton-Silk Blend Shirt
Brand: Edito par Simons
Price: 195 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

Drape and hand feel of 82% cotton 18% silk voile

Silk's inherent elasticity gives the voile a subtle shape-recovery ability, so creases from sitting or hugging fade more quickly than in a 100% cotton voile shirt, maintaining a neater appearance through a day of wear while still developing the lived-in look that suits the casual styling.
The silk in the blend acts as a natural lubricant between cotton fibers, lowering friction so the fabric falls in softer, elongated folds compared to a pure cotton voile, which would crease more sharply — this means the shirt moves with the body without clinging, a property usually found in more expensive silk-blend garments.
As a lightweight voile, the shirt adds minimal bulk under a blazer or cardigan, so the collar and cuffs lie flat and the body doesn't bunch when layers are buttoned — this makes the shirt practical for a smart-casual office environment where a relaxed blouse is worn beneath tailored outerwear.

How cotton-silk voile performs in warm weather

Side vents transform the straight cut into a passive chimney: warm air rises out through the neck and sleeves while cooler air is drawn in from below — on a windless day, this drafting effect creates a perceptible breeze against the skin, amplifying the fabric's inherent breathability.
Silk can absorb up to 30% of its weight in moisture without feeling damp — roughly three times cotton's ~8% threshold — meaning the cotton-silk blend buffers perspiration and stays dry to the touch in high humidity, delivering a sustained cooling effect that pure-cotton voile cannot match.
The crisp finish gives the voile a smooth, non-tacky hand that glides over skin instead of clinging when humidity spikes — unlike many summer-weight rayons that turn sticky on contact with sweat, this shirt maintains a physical air gap critical for evaporative heat loss.
Voile is constructed from high-twist yarns in a plain weave, spacing warp and weft apart to create permanent micro-ventilation channels — unlike dense weaves such as poplin, the textile itself continuously exhausts body heat rather than relying solely on moisture wicking, so the shirt breathes as a structural property.
The full-length button front invites on-the-fly venting: fully open, it acts as a beach cover-up that lets wind flow through; buttoned up, it blocks direct sun while the voile's openness still breathes — giving the wearer climate control without changing clothes.

Image Analysis

3 images

01: Product
Lightweight long-sleeve button-front shirt worn open over matching shorts; vertical thin stripes and visible button placket and collar. Sleeves are rolled and shirt hem falls over matching shorts with side slit at hem.
CollarPointed shirt collar, folded down and visible at neck opening.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.09 · w 0.29 · h 0.12 (high)
Front opening and buttonsCenter front placket with visible small round white buttons; shirt is worn partially unbuttoned revealing an inner black garment.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.27 · w 0.28 · h 0.43 (high)
SleevesLong sleeves pushed or rolled up to just below the elbow on both arms, creating soft folds in the fabric.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.33 · w 0.29 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.21 · y 0.34 · w 0.22 · h 0.25 (high)
Hem and side slitStraight bottom hem with a visible side slit at the right side seam (viewer left) where the shirt overlaps the shorts.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.66 · w 0.14 · h 0.20 (medium)
Fabric patternLight-colored woven fabric with vertical thin darker stripes running the length of the shirt and shorts.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.58 (high)
Matching shortsHigh-waist style matching shorts made from the same striped fabric; waistband and short length visible, with model's hand placed in a side pocket.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.61 · w 0.45 · h 0.34 (high)
Buttons detailButtons are circular and appear white or light-colored, sewn along the placket at regular intervals.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.32 · w 0.08 · h 0.25 (high)
Visible inner garmentBlack triangular inner garment (bra or top) visible through the open front of the shirt.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.28 · w 0.17 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Lifestyle scene with a standing model in a softly lit interior, terracotta tile floor, potted plant, and woven bag prop. Natural window light creates soft shadows and highlights on the garment.
Model and poseStanding female model facing forward with one hand in shorts pocket and the other holding a woven bag at her side; head slightly tilted.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.96 (high)
Prop - woven bagDark woven handbag held in the model's left hand at the lower left of the frame.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.79 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high)
Background and settingInterior room with a light-colored wall, arched doorway and a potted plant placed on the floor behind the model.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.08 · w 0.44 · h 0.46 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.02 · w 0.42 · h 0.42 (high)
FlooringWarm terracotta or clay tile floor visible at the lower left portion of the image.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.72 · w 0.48 · h 0.26 (high)
Lighting and shadowsSoft natural light from the right side of the frame creating gentle highlights on the model and soft shadows on the left side.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.00 · w 0.52 · h 1.00 (medium)
Image framingPortrait-oriented, waist-up to mid-thigh crop with the model centered; slight top margin showing headroom and bottom cropped near mid-thigh.
Image qualitySharp focus on the model and garments; background slightly softer in focus.
Colors
pale blue· main fabric#D4E3FCnavy stripe· vertical stripes#13242B
02: Product
Rear view of a long, loose-fitting light blue button-up shirt with vertical thin dark stripes, a horizontal back yoke, center back pleat, long sleeves with buttoned cuffs, and a curved hem that extends past matching shorts.
Back yokeHorizontal yoke across the upper back with fabric cut so stripes run horizontally on the yoke while the rest of the body shows vertical stripes.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.07 · w 0.64 · h 0.14 (high)
Center back pleatSingle inverted or box pleat at the center back running downward from the yoke, creating a soft fold in the shirt body.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.60 (high)
Striped patternLight blue base with evenly spaced thin vertical dark blue stripes and very thin white pinstripes between the dark stripes.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.70 (high)
CollarClassic shirt collar visible from the rear neck with the collar band and collar points turned down.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.02 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high)
Sleeve and cuff constructionLong sleeves with single-button barrel cuffs; cuffs have visible white round buttons and a vertical placket opening on the inner wrist area.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.53 · w 0.20 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.52 · w 0.20 · h 0.30 (high)
HemlineCurved hem that is longer in the back and falls past the top of the shorts.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.68 · w 0.60 · h 0.24 (high)
Fabric appearanceLightweight woven fabric with a soft drape and a subtle sheen consistent with a fine cotton or cotton-blend weave.
Visible lower garmentMatching shorts in the same striped fabric are visible below the shirt hem.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.82 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing the model from behind against a neutral light gray background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows; image cropped to upper thighs and top of head partially out of frame.
Shot compositionRear-facing model centered in frame, cropped near mid-thigh; head turned slightly to the left so right side of face profile is partly visible.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
BackgroundEven light gray seamless background with no visible props or textures.
Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse lighting with minimal shadows and gentle highlights on the fabric folds.
Colors
light sky blue· shirt base#A3B5D3dark navy blue· vertical stripesoff white· pinstripesmatte white· cuff buttons
03: Product
Light blue long-sleeve button-up shirt with vertical narrow darker stripes, pointed collar, buttoned front placket, single-button barrel cuffs, and a side seam pocket visible on the right side (model left).
Silhouette and fitLoose straight-cut long-sleeve shirt with a hem that falls below the hip and a relaxed drape at the torso.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.10 · w 0.84 · h 0.68 (high)
CollarClassic pointed turn-down collar with visible top button fastened.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.02 · w 0.34 · h 0.10 (high)
Front closureCenter front button placket with a vertical line of round white/pearl buttons spaced down the front.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.12 · w 0.12 · h 0.60 (high)
CuffsSingle-button barrel cuffs with horizontal stripe alignment on the cuff; left cuff (model right arm) folded slightly and right cuff visible at wrist.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.66 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.52 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (high)
Pocket detailRight side seam pocket opening visible with model's hand placed inside, producing a slight gather at the hip seam.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.50 · w 0.22 · h 0.30 (high)
Fabric patternLight-blue base fabric with evenly spaced narrow vertical stripes in a darker blue and thin white pinstripes forming a repeating stripe motif.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.10 · w 0.80 · h 0.60 (high)
Button appearanceSmall round four-hole or two-hole white or pearl-effect buttons (gloss visible) sewn on the placket.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.14 · w 0.06 · h 0.50 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a torso-up model wearing matching shorts; neutral light gray background, even soft lighting, minimal shadows, and slight crop at mid-thigh and top of head.
Shot compositionFrontal studio crop showing the model from just above the head to mid-thigh, centered in frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Background and lightingUniform light gray background with soft even lighting and minimal directional shadows.
Model presenceFemale model visible from head to mid-thigh wearing the shirt; left hand resting at side and right hand in pocket, no other props.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.00 · w 0.92 · h 1.00 (high)
Image cropTop of the model's head is partially cropped out of the frame.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 0.06 (high)
Colors
light blue· shirt main fabric#A3B4CCnavy stripe· vertical stripes#4B5C74white pearl· buttons

Documents & Data

Customer Reviews

1 total

1 reviews · out of 5

Chemise coton et soie

★★★★★Michelle T.July 20, 2026

Bonne qualité

Q&A

4 answered

Is the voile fabric sheer enough to require a camisole underneath?: Voile is a lightweight, slightly sheer fabric. Given the cotton-silk blend and crisp finish, the shirt may be semi-sheer, especially in lighter colors like blue. Many customers find that a camisole or tank top underneath provides additional coverage if desired.
How does the straight fit accommodate different body types, such as broader shoulders or a larger bust?: The straight fit offers a relaxed silhouette that generally accommodates different body types well. For broader shoulders or a larger bust, we recommend consulting the size guide or sizing up for a more comfortable fit, as the cut is not fitted.
What are the recommended care instructions—can it be machine washed or does it require dry cleaning?: The product listing does not include specific care instructions for this shirt. For a cotton-silk voile, we typically recommend gentle hand wash in cold water or dry cleaning to preserve the fabric's quality. Machine washing may cause shrinkage or damage. Always check the care label inside the garment.
How does the fabric hold up in terms of wrinkling and pilling after regular wear and washing?: Cotton-silk voile is a delicate fabric that may wrinkle easily, similar to other lightweight weaves. Pilling is less common with silk blends, but depends on wear and care. Following gentle care instructions—such as hand washing and air drying—can help maintain the fabric's appearance. Specific customer reviews on wrinkling are not available in our product data.

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/women-clothing/blouses-shirts/long-sleeves/cotton-silk-blend-shirt--23034-226564?colourId=0
Updated: July 31, 2026