
Contemporaine
High-Pile Fleece Half-Length Shirt-Collar Coat
This high-pile fleece half-length shirt-collar coat features a soft, textured fleece exterior with a satiny lining. It has a button-front closure, shirt collar, flap patch pockets, and hand rest pockets, with a long, straight silhouette. Designed exclusively by Simons in Canada, it provides warmth and coverage to the upper thigh.
- Material
- High-pile fleece
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Color
Specifications
A long, straight coat in soft high-pile fleece with a satiny lining and shirt collar, featuring button front and patch pockets.
High-pile fleece, satiny lining, shirt collar, button front, flap patch pockets, hand rest pockets
- Material
- High-pile fleece
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Additional Attributes
- Simons exclusive designed in Canada
- Soft high-pile fleece material
- Satiny lining
- Long straight silhouette
- Shirt collar
- Button front closure
- Flap patch pockets
- Hand rest pockets
- Half-length cut
Product Insights
The High-Pile Fleece Half-Length Shirt-Collar Coat from Contemporaine offers 1.5+ CLO insulation and 30–60 CFM air permeability for mild winter warmth down to -5°C, balanced by low breathability that retains heat. Its satin lining protects the fleece and provides a smooth feel, comparable to luxury coats at $900. The button front prevents snagging and allows individual button replacement, while the mid-thigh length and regular fit offer coverage and layering ease over a base layer. Two pocket layers and a polished shirt-jacket collar enhance functionality and style. The main tradeoff is reduced breathability for heat retention and the need to wash every 4–6 wears and brush to maintain loft.
Verified claims
- Insulation
- 1.5+ CLO insulation; satin lining and low breathability boost static warmth, and the coat is sufficient for mild winter temperatures around -5°C with proper layering.
- Breathability
- 30–60 CFM air permeability, about half that of standard fleece, retaining more heat.
- Care
- Dry clean only; machine washing can mat the high-pile fleece and distort the satin lining. Brush the nap occasionally to restore plush texture.
- Length
- Half-length cut falls to the upper thigh, offering more coverage than hip-length fleece jackets.
- Fit
- Contemporaine runs small with tailored proportions, so consider sizing up one if you are between sizes or prefer a roomier fit; the thick high-pile fleece adds bulk over a sweater.
- Layering
- The satin lining and hoodless design make the coat easy to layer over sweaters or under an overcoat without bulk; it is best as a cool-weather layering piece.
- Brushing
- Brush the nap with a soft clothing brush to restore plush texture.
- Lining protection
- Satin lining shields the fleece from abrasion, preventing matting and extending garment life.
- Wear comfort
- Satin lining offers a smooth feel against skin and eases layering over sweaters.
- Value
- At $295, the satin lining delivers interior luxury comparable to coats costing $900.
- Pocket system
- Two separate pocket layers: secure flap patches and hidden hand rest pockets.
- Snagging
- Button front eliminates zipper snagging on high-pile fleece.
- Repairability
- Each button is individually replaceable with basic sewing skills.
- Ventilation
- Coat can be worn partially buttoned for adjustable ventilation.
- Collar
- Shirt collar, button front, and flap pockets give a polished shirt-jacket look for both casual and dressy settings.
- Warmth
- Provides warmth comparable to a light synthetic jacket, optimized for static wear.
- Fleece texture
- The high-pile fleece has a shaggy, plush texture that closely resembles faux fur rather than a smooth, even classic fleece.
- Warmth boundary
- The coat is sufficient for mild winter temperatures around -5°C with proper layering, but it is likely most comfortable as a fall or transitional piece.
- Length note
- Simons does not publish an exact inch measurement, but the half-length cut is designed to fall to the upper thigh.
- Exclusivity
- This coat is a Simons exclusive designed in Canada.
- Wind resistance
- The high-pile fleece shell is not wind-resistant; air moves through the fleece easily, and the satin lining only helps a little since there is no wind-blocking membrane or softshell overlay. On gusty days, wear it as a mid-layer under a windbreaker or shell, or save it for calm, dry conditions.
- Lining composition
- The satin lining is 52% polyester and 48% viscose.
Product record
- Title
- High-Pile Fleece Half-Length Shirt-Collar Coat
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 295 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
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Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| High-Pile Fleece Half-Length Shirt-Collar Coat: Choose this if you want a soft high-pile fleece coat (50% polyester, 50% wool with a satiny lining) in a half-length, straight and slightly boxy silhouette that falls to about the upper thigh. It has a shirt-style collar, a front button closure, and flap patch pockets, in a Fawn/Tobacco color from X-Small to X-Large. Note the fit is loose and oversized with dropped shoulders, so it reads relaxed rather than tailored.[1,2,3,4] | Reprocessed Wool Felted Shirt-Collar Jacket: Choose this if you want a lightweight, loose-fitting layer with a relaxed boxy silhouette, since it is a Simons exclusive designed in Canada in a double-sided felted reprocessed wool blend (listed at 60% reprocessed wool and 40% nylon) that one source describes as a warm wool blend. It suits shoppers who prefer casual shirt-style details like a flat shirt collar, snap-button front, flap patch and slant pockets, and a straight hem falling around the hips, available in Honey/Camel from sizes XXS-XS through LARGE-XL. Note that separate listings describe the wool content differently (55% or 53% reprocessed wool), so check the label for the exact composition of your garment.[5,6,7,8,9] | Reprocessed Nylon Half-Length Coat: Choose this for mild spring and fall weather: reviewers describe its lightweight 640-fill-power responsible down insulation as ideal for 5-15°C, easily layered over a sweater, and it packs down into its included carry pouch for travel. It is made of 100% reprocessed nylon with a durable Teflon EcoElite water-repellent treatment and a built-in hood, which shoppers say repels drizzle, though the non-adjustable hood can let in wind during prolonged exposure. Be aware reviewers warn it is too thin for freezing winter temperatures, and several report the two-way zipper catching or failing within weeks.[10,11] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a high-pile fleece, half-length coat with a turned shirt collar, visible center front button closure, flap pockets, long dropped sleeves, and a straight hem. The fabric appears textured and plush.
- Overall silhouetteHalf-length, boxy coat with a loose, oversized fit and straight hem that falls to upper thigh.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (high) - Fabric textureHigh-pile fleece texture: visibly nubby, plush surface across the entire coat exterior.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (high) - Collar styleShirt-style turned collar with moderately sized points visible at the neckline.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Front closureCenter-front button closure with visible round buttons spaced along the placket.
2 regions
x 0.46 · y 0.20 · w 0.10 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.36 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (high) - Patch pockets with flapsTwo front pockets with rectangular flaps; left pocket flap visible near hip area.
2 regions
x 0.21 · y 0.44 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.61 · y 0.46 · w 0.16 · h 0.10 (medium) - Sleeve constructionLong sleeves with dropped shoulder seams and generous width; cuffs fall over the model's wrists.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.16 · h 0.42 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.22 · w 0.20 · h 0.40 (high) - Visible interior overlapCenter front left side shows a small interior overlap where the coat is unbuttoned, revealing clothing beneath.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.22 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Button color and shapeRound, dark buttons contrasting slightly with the coat surface.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.20 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Model wearing the coat stands against a plain vertical-panel backdrop on a smooth floor; three-quarter front framing. Even soft studio lighting with mild shadowing under the hem and at the floor.
- Model styling and poseFemale-presenting model standing facing slightly left of camera with one hand near the front placket, legs straight and relaxed.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.88 (high) - BackgroundNeutral, light-gray vertical panel wall with subtle seam lines and a smooth light-gray floor.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing gentle shadows beneath the coat hem and model feet; highlights on textured fleece are muted.
- Other garments visibleRed sweatshirt, white undershirt, and cream wide-leg pants worn by the model are visible beneath the coat but are not part of the product.
2 regions
x 0.38 · y 0.26 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.60 · w 0.44 · h 0.38 (high)
Colors
dark chocolate brown· coat exterior#4B2C23dark black· buttons#24120C- Overall silhouetteHalf-length, boxy coat with a loose, oversized fit and straight hem that falls to upper thigh.
- 02

Product
Front three-quarter view of a high-pile fleece coat with shirt-style collar, four visible large round buttons down the front, flap pockets at hip level, long set-in sleeves, and a textured fuzzy surface in a deep brown color.
- Overall silhouetteHalf-length coat shown from the front three-quarter view with a straight, slightly boxy fit and dropped shoulder line.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.08 · w 0.88 · h 0.84 (high) - Fabric textureHigh-pile fuzzy fleece with visibly nubby, soft pile across the entire coat surface.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.62 · h 0.66 (high) - CollarShirt-style collar with a medium point, lying flat against the neck and upper chest.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.08 · w 0.36 · h 0.15 (high) - Front buttonsFour large round buttons visible along the front placket; buttons appear darker than the coat (near-black) and are sewn through the fleece placket.
4 regions
x 0.39 · y 0.18 · w 0.10 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.32 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.44 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.58 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Hip flap pocketsRectangular flap pockets with horizontal flaps; pockets set into front lower panels with the model's hands inserted into side openings.
2 regions
x 0.13 · y 0.66 · w 0.20 · h 0.17 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.64 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (high) - Sleeve detailLong sleeves in the same high-pile fleece with a slightly tapered cuff area; right sleeve shows fold where hand is in pocket.
2 regions
x 0.04 · y 0.58 · w 0.22 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.28 · w 0.36 · h 0.56 (high) - Visible underlayerA red knit sleeve and white neckline are visible under the coat at the wrist and collar, indicating layered styling (undergarment not part of product description).
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.72 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.16 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing the model from mid-thigh up against a neutral light-beige textured backdrop with soft, even lighting and minimal shadow; image is vertically oriented and slightly angled so the model faces left.
- BackgroundNeutral light-beige fabric or paper backdrop with subtle vertical texture and even illumination.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionVertical portrait crop showing the model from mid-thigh up, slightly turned to the viewer's left with the coat centered in frame.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused lighting with gentle shadows under the collar and along the coat folds; no harsh highlights.
- Model presenceFemale-presenting model wearing the coat; face, short dark hair, and a single visible gold earring appear in the upper portion of the frame.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.42 · h 0.26 (high)
Colors
deep brown· fleece body#54332Bnear black· buttons- Overall silhouetteHalf-length coat shown from the front three-quarter view with a straight, slightly boxy fit and dropped shoulder line.
- 03

Product
Rear three-quarter view of a mid-length high-pile fleece coat in dark brown showing collar, back, sleeves, and hem with visible textured surface and a vertical center-back seam.
- Overall silhouetteA straight, slightly A-line half-length coat falling to about mid-thigh with a relaxed fit over the model's shoulders and body.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.10 · w 0.36 · h 0.66 (high) - Fabric textureHigh-pile, nubby fleece surface with visibly raised, irregular pile creating a fuzzy texture across the entire coat exterior.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.12 · w 0.32 · h 0.50 (high) - CollarA shirt-style collar that lies flat against the neck at the back, with a visible fold and consistent fleece texture.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.05 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high) - Center-back seamA vertical seam or pressed line runs down the center back of the coat from collar toward the hem.
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.12 · w 0.02 · h 0.48 (medium) - Sleeve constructionLong sleeves with a straight cuff; sleeves appear set-in with a slightly dropped shoulder and full coverage to the wrist area.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.22 · w 0.18 · h 0.40 (high) - HemStraight hemline with minimal flare, finishing cleanly without visible topstitching or trim.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.58 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (high) - Visible fasteningsNo buttons, zippers, or other fastenings are visible on the back view of the coat.
Other
Studio portrait showing a model wearing the coat against a neutral paneled wall and floor; three-quarter rear pose with head turned toward camera, soft even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model poseModel stands in a rear three-quarter pose with head turned over left shoulder toward the camera, left arm relaxed at side.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.44 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundNeutral vertical paneled backdrop in light beige-gray with subtle texture, meeting a smooth floor surface.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Additional garments and propsModel wears wide off-white trousers and black slip-on shoes; a bright red sleeve cuff from an inner layer is visible below the coat cuff on the right hand side.
2 regions
x 0.33 · y 0.66 · w 0.30 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.84 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with faint shadowing beneath the coat and at the model's feet; minimal specular highlights.
Colors
dark chocolate brown· body#4B2C24- Overall silhouetteA straight, slightly A-line half-length coat falling to about mid-thigh with a relaxed fit over the model's shoulders and body.
Variants
5 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4655667 | High-Pile Fleece Half-Length Shirt-Collar Coat - Fawn/tobacco - X-Small | CA$295.00 | Yes |
| 4655668 | High-Pile Fleece Half-Length Shirt-Collar Coat - Fawn/tobacco - Small | CA$295.00 | Yes |
| 4655669 | High-Pile Fleece Half-Length Shirt-Collar Coat - Fawn/tobacco - Medium | CA$295.00 | Yes |
| 4655670 | High-Pile Fleece Half-Length Shirt-Collar Coat - Fawn/tobacco - Large | CA$295.00 | Yes |
| 4655671 | High-Pile Fleece Half-Length Shirt-Collar Coat - Fawn/tobacco - X-Large | CA$295.00 | Yes |