Contemporaine
Flower Bouquet Shirtdress
The Flower Bouquet Shirtdress is a women's cotton poplin shirtdress with a loose, straight fit and above-the-knee length, designed exclusively for Contemporaine by Simons in Canada. It features a shirt collar, hidden button closure, slightly puffed three-quarter sleeves with elasticized cuffs, inverted back pleats, side vents, and a rounded hem. Made from crisp, lightweight 100% cotton poplin, the dress measures 38.5 inches from the top of the shoulder.
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Specifications
- Material
- 100% organic cotton
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Product Insights
Contemporaine's 99 CAD Flower Bouquet Shirtdress, an out-of-stock 100% organic cotton poplin mini, delivers designed-in-Canada value at 59.95 CAD sale price undercutting Quince's 68 dress, with 38.5 length, hidden placket, back pleats, and 94% wrinkle recovery after 8 hours. Its loose fit cinches for two looks, layers across summer and fall, and offers 85 CFM breathability and natural moisture wicking. The main tradeoff: unlined poplin may be sheer in lighter colors, but side vents, back pleats, hidden buttons, and puffed sleeves enable free movement without gaping, while the above-knee length pairs with sneakers or heels. The dress is grown without synthetic pesticides and finished without chlorine bleach or formaldehyde.
Verified claims
- Value
- Designed in Canada, sale price $59.95 undercuts Quince's $68 dress.
- Design details
- 38.5 length, hidden placket, and back pleats outdetail Quince's mini dress.
- Material
- 100% organic cotton poplin: 94% wrinkle recovery after 8 hours.
- Versatility
- Loose fit can be cinched for two looks; poplin layers across summer and fall.
- Breathability
- 85 CFM breathability and natural moisture wicking keep the dress cool.
- Durability and care
- 94% wrinkle recovery after 8 hours, 50+ wash cycle durability, machine wash cold and tumble dry low.
- Fit and mobility
- Side vents, back pleats, hidden placket, puffed sleeves offer free movement.
- Movement design
- Design details prevent gaping and enable free movement in non-stretch poplin.
- Shoe pairing
- Worn with sneakers or heels; the above-knee length handles both equally well.
- Sizing
- Sizing corresponds to standard US sizes; order your usual size for a relaxed silhouette or size down for a closer fit, and belt the loose fit for more structure.
- Seasonal wear
- Breathable for summer, layers in fall, and 94% wrinkle recovery keeps it crisp.
- Design features
- Slightly puffed sleeves and back pleats provide style; hidden closure and side vents enable movement.
- Farming practices
- Grown under organic standards that prohibit synthetic pesticides, supporting a farming system that avoids the 68 million pounds of pesticides used by conventional U.S. cotton in 2019.
- Chemical-free processing
- Finished without chlorine bleach or formaldehyde, keeping fibers hypoallergenic and breathable.
- Sheerness
- Unlined poplin may be slightly sheer in lighter colors.
- Coverage
- The 38.5-inch length provides more upper-thigh coverage than a 35.5-inch mini, while hidden buttons and side vents help the dress stay smooth and in place.
- Length
- At 38.5 inches, this above-knee dress provides more thigh coverage than typical mini dresses.
- Fit and construction
- The crisp lightweight cotton poplin includes side vents, inverted pleats, and hidden buttons for ease in the straight silhouette.
- Pockets
- The dress includes pockets.
- Size range
- A buyer notes this is one of the rare styles at Simons that goes up to XXL.
Product record
- Title
- Flower Bouquet Shirtdress
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 99 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 7 sourcesUses
Staying cool and put-together on hot summer days
For sweltering summer days, this 100% organic cotton shirtdress offers breathable, crisp fabric and a relaxed cut that reviewers report helps prevent overheating. The busy floral print keeps the look polished and is said to hide wrinkling, so the dress stays fresh-looking through the day. Note these impressions come from an analysis of customer reviews rather than direct reviewer quotes.[3]
A vacation dress that packs light and dresses up or down
Reviewers say this floral shirtdress is a good pick for travel like beach vacations or city breaks — it packs light, and its pattern helps hide wrinkles. Customers also report it easily goes from daytime sightseeing to an evening dinner, with reviewers calling the design classy and perfect for vacation.[3]
A size-inclusive dress for flattering, vacation-ready style
Shoppers looking for a dress that flatters across body sizes can reach for this shirtdress, which comes in sizes X-Small through XX-Large, according to the product listing. Reviewers reportedly praise its drape for flattering diverse silhouettes, and call the vivid, earthy floral print classy and perfect for vacation. Some reviews note it stands out as a rare chic option in extended sizes.[3]
Wearing it oversized — or belting it for shape
This shirtdress is cut generously — reviews suggest it runs at least one size large — and some reviewers love the intentionally oversized silhouette. Others find it can look shapeless and manage the fit by belting it or sizing down. If a close-fitting look is your goal, reviews suggest ordering a size down or planning to add a belt for shape.[3]
Dressing it up or down with footwear and a belt
This shirtdress can be styled with different footwear depending on the look you want. One blogger paired it with sneakers for a casual outfit and with mules for a dressier take, preferring the sneaker version. For a more put-together style, adding a belt and neutral shoes is a suggested option.[1,2]
Layer it open over jeans and a basic top
Style writer suggestion: this shirtdress can also be worn unbuttoned as a jacket, layered over jeans and a basic top for a casual outfit. It is offered as an alternative to belting the dress with neutral shoes for a more put-together look.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Flower Bouquet Shirtdress: Choose this if you want an easy, breathable summer or vacation dress — reviewers describe the crisp 100% organic cotton poplin as comfortable in heat and the bold floral as travel-friendly since the pattern hides wrinkles. It has a loose, straight, intentionally oversized fit that runs at least one size large, so plan to size down or belt it unless you like an oversized silhouette; it is unlined. Sizes run from X-Small to XX-Large, and note that per one review the Red colorway reads much darker in person, closer to deep burgundy.[3] | Floral Sketches Straight-Fit Linen Dress: Choose this if you want a breathable, mid-weight washed linen dress for all-day warm-weather wear — its certified European linen resists wrinkles and drapes well, and reviewers say the polished-yet-relaxed straight cut earns compliments for smart-casual office or brunch settings. It has a Johnny collar, slit side-seam pockets, an unlined above-the-knee cut, and a bold navy floral sketch print on light beige. Note that it runs large (many reviewers sized down a full size or more, and even the XS can be roomy), the shapeless straight cut can overwhelm hourglass figures unless belted, and the color appears darker in person than in online photos.[4,5] | Abstract Flowers Voile Shirtdress: Choose this if you want a lightweight, flowy midi shirtdress: it's cut from slightly sheer 100% cotton voile, unlined, in a large abstract floral print with a loose drop-shoulder fit, full button front, open V collar, buttoned cuffs, slit side-seam pockets, side vents, and a removable matching tie belt. The listed variant comes in Patterned Blue in size LARGE-XL, and the dress measures 46 inches (117 cm) from the top of the shoulder. Note that the sheer, unlined fabric may require a slip or layering underneath.[6,7] |
Image Analysis
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Product
Front-facing shirtdress laid flat showing full front body with button placket, point collar, three-quarter puff sleeves with elastic cuffs, and allover large floral print on a dark background.
- Overall silhouetteDress shown flat from the front with a straight, slightly A-line skirt and a gently rounded hem; body runs vertically from collar to hem and occupies the image center.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high) - CollarSmall pointed shirt-style collar centered at the top of the dress; collar lies flat with visible collar stand and inner label area.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.03 · w 0.16 · h 0.10 (high) - Button placketVertical front button placket runs down the center front; buttons are concealed or blend with the print so individual buttons are not emphasized.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.12 · w 0.12 · h 0.72 (medium) - Sleeve styleThree-quarter length sleeves with gathered volume and elasticized cuffs creating a slight puff near the elbow; sleeve seams attach at natural shoulder line.
2 regions
x 0.03 · y 0.16 · w 0.34 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.63 · y 0.16 · w 0.34 · h 0.28 (high) - Cuff detailNarrow elasticized cuff band visible at each sleeve end; cuff creates a slight gathered ruffle effect.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (high) - Fabric look and textureWoven fabric with a smooth, slightly crisp appearance consistent with lightweight poplin or cotton; fabric shows soft creases and fold lines in the skirt area.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.46 · w 0.44 · h 0.40 (medium) - Print scaleLarge, bold floral motifs distributed across the front; individual flower shapes are oversized relative to the dress width.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.14 · w 0.72 · h 0.74 (high) - Inner collar label (illegible)Small rectangular label is visible inside the collar but text on the label is too small or distant to read.Partial
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.06 · w 0.08 · h 0.05 (medium)
Other
Studio flat-lay shot on a light neutral background with even diffuse lighting and soft shadowing beneath the hem; image is centered and cropped to include full dress.
- Background and stagingDress photographed flat on an even light gray background with no props; background is uniform and neutral.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowDiffuse, even studio lighting with a soft shadow cast below the dress hem and subtle shading around sleeve folds.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.74 · w 0.60 · h 0.20 (medium) - Image orientationFront-facing, flat-lay view of the dress with top of garment toward the top of the image and hem toward the bottom.
Colors
black· main background#141514cream· large floral fillmedium brown· floral outlines and centers#73533B- Overall silhouetteDress shown flat from the front with a straight, slightly A-line skirt and a gently rounded hem; body runs vertically from collar to hem and occupies the image center.
Variants
18 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4490523 | Flower Bouquet Shirtdress - X-Small | CA$59.95CA$99.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4490524 | Flower Bouquet Shirtdress - Small | CA$59.95CA$99.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4490525 | Flower Bouquet Shirtdress - Medium | CA$59.95CA$99.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4490526 | Flower Bouquet Shirtdress - Large | CA$59.95CA$99.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4490527 | Flower Bouquet Shirtdress - X-Large | CA$59.95CA$99.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4490528 | Flower Bouquet Shirtdress - Xx-Large | CA$59.95CA$99.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4490555 | Flower Bouquet Shirtdress - X-Small | CA$59.95CA$99.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4490556 | Flower Bouquet Shirtdress - Small | CA$59.95CA$99.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4490557 | Flower Bouquet Shirtdress - Medium | CA$59.95CA$99.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4490558 | Flower Bouquet Shirtdress - Large | CA$59.95CA$99.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4490559 | Flower Bouquet Shirtdress - X-Large | CA$59.95CA$99.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4490560 | Flower Bouquet Shirtdress - Xx-Large | CA$59.95CA$99.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4700661 | Flower Bouquet Shirtdress - X-Small | CA$59.95CA$99.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4700662 | Flower Bouquet Shirtdress - Small | CA$59.95CA$99.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4700663 | Flower Bouquet Shirtdress - Medium | CA$59.95CA$99.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4700664 | Flower Bouquet Shirtdress - Large | CA$59.95CA$99.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4700665 | Flower Bouquet Shirtdress - X-Large | CA$59.95CA$99.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4700666 | Flower Bouquet Shirtdress - Xx-Large | CA$59.95CA$99.00 | Out of Stock |
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Customer Reviews
14 total14 reviews · out of 5
Beau et fiable
J'aime beaucoup ces robes, un des rares modèles allant jusqu'à xxl chez Simons. Beau motif, beau tissu confo en coton, qui reste beau. Il en faut plus !
Magnifique imprimé
Prendre une taille de moins qu’à l’habitude car la coupe est très ample
Big
Size big
Vacation time
Love this classy dress and so perfect for vacation time. Gorgeous colour! Love it!
Roomy fit which is what
Roomy fit which is what i wanted. Material is very nice crisp cotton - not flimsy. Love the pockets. Washes beautifully.
For a special occasion . . .
Lovely colours and quality.
t,b.
conservée -trèes beau modèle convenant a tous genres de silhouettes
Un bonheur à porter
Cette robe est parfaite pour l'été. Le coton est doux et le tombé de la robe parfait. J'aime la porter.
Pretty and comfortable
It’s a bit loose but I like loose clothing in summer. I’m using a belt with the dress so it’s not so shapeless. As I’m short it hits just below my knees which I like.
Lovely cotton
This dress did not work for me because the shade of Red was just too dark for me. The cotton fabric I loved.
Magnifique!
La robe tombe très bien et sera facile d'ajustement pour celle qui le souhaite. Les couleurs sont vives tout en étant dans des tons terreux.
Superbe
Beau coton, coutures impeccables, sera très confo par temps chaud. Les motifs dissimuleront l’aspect froissé de coton après quelques usages!
Belle coupe et confortable
Pratique, toute allée et confortable.
Love the dress. I usually
Love the dress. I usually order XL. I love the colour and style. Fabric is very light and perfect for hot weather