Contemporaine
Fine-Knit Crew-Neck Cardigan
This fine-knit crew-neck cardigan from Contemporaine by Simons is a regular-fit garment designed in Canada from recycled viscose. It is worn as a top layer and features long sleeves, a hip-length hem, ribbed trim at the neckline, placket, hem, and cuffs, and shiny tone-on-tone buttons. The smooth fine-knit fabric is available in dark navy with a crew neck and raglan shoulder seams.
Color
Size
Specifications
- Material
- 78% reprocessed viscose, 22% nylon
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The Fine-Knit Crew-Neck Cardigan by Contemporaine is a regular-fit, true-to-size cardigan in recycled viscose/nylon that offers breathability and moisture-wicking, layers easily, and retains shape, but requires cold water washing, low-spin drying, and flat drying to preserve fit and minimize pilling, with light colors potentially sheer and pilling a realistic concern despite nylon's buffer.
- Sizing
Regular fit is true to size; size up for a relaxed silhouette.
Why this is supported
The Q&A confirms:
The regular fit is designed to be true to size, neither slim nor oversized. For a more relaxed look, we recommend sizing up from your usual size.
How does the regular fit compare to typical sizing? Should I size up or down for a relaxed look?- Fit preservation
Cold water, low spin (400 rpm), and flat drying preserve the regular fit.
Why this is supported
The care research specifies three critical steps to preserve the regular fit:
for washing;
the spin intensity should be set to minimum during machine washing. Ideally, it should be at 400 revolutions per minute.
us.modalova.comfor the spin cycle; and
Lay flat on a dry towel on a flat surface away from direct sunlight
fabricfringe.comfor drying. These steps prevent shrinkage, stretching, and deformation of the regular-fit silhouette.
- Washing
Machine wash cold, delicate cycle, low spin, with mild enzyme-free detergent.
Why this is supported
Wash only in cold water — a single hot cycle permanently shrinks viscose fibers. To prevent stretching,
To preserve your cardigan from pilling, the spin intensity should be set to minimum during machine washing. Ideally, it should be at 400 revolutions per minute.
us.modalova.comUse a mild, enzyme-free liquid detergent, as experts advise:
Use a mild, enzyme-free liquid detergent without bleach or fabric softeners to protect delicate fibers.
knowingfabric.comThe 22% nylon content makes machine washing feasible. For best results,
turn the cardigan inside out before washing
Are the shiny tone-on-tone buttons securely attached and machine-washable?and
we recommend gentle care—hand washing or a delicate cycle in a lingerie bag—to protect both the fabric and button security.
Are the shiny tone-on-tone buttons securely attached and machine-washable?- Drying
Lay flat to dry on a towel; never wring or hang.
Why this is supported
Because
When viscose gets wet, the fibers become weak and can easily stretch, shrink, or lose their shape.
fabricfringe.comnever wring or twist the wet cardigan. Instead,
Lay flat on a dry towel on a flat surface away from direct sunlight
fabricfringe.com.
- Ironing
Iron on low (110°C) with a pressing cloth to avoid shine.
Why this is supported
If ironing is required, experts advise:
Use a low heat setting with a pressing cloth to protect the fabric from direct heat and avoid shiny spots.
knowingfabric.comAchieving the specific synthetic setting (~110°C) prevents glaze damage.
- Durability
Proper washing reduces pilling and maintains the cardigan's shape.
Why this is supported
The high viscose content makes the cardigan prone to pilling over time, as the brand notes:
This blend (78% reprocessed viscose, 22% nylon) may pill over time due to the high viscose content, which is known for surface fuzzing, though the nylon and fine knit construction help improve durability.
Does this reprocessed viscose and nylon blend tend to pill with wear?Research confirms the recycled viscose has
properties comparable to fibres made from commercial wood cellulose pulp
ideas.repec.org, so care requirements are no different from any quality viscose knit. Furthermore,
The addition of high-tenacity nylon acts as a structural anchor, providing exceptional shape retention and stretch recovery.
chromatic-rayon.combut only if the washing and drying guidelines are followed—otherwise, the fine knit can permanently deform.
- Breathability
Viscose content makes it naturally breathable and moisture-wicking, unlike synthetics.
Why this is supported
Research highlights the breathability advantage of the viscose blend:
Unlike purely synthetic fabrics that trap heat, this intimate blend breathes effortlessly, keeping the wearer dry, fresh, and comfortable even in humid climates.
chromatic-rayon.com- Care
Requires cold water wash, flat drying, low spin, mild detergent, and low-heat ironing.
Why this is supported
Viscose fibers are sensitive to heat and stress, so washing must be done in cold water (
Fill a clean basin with cold water (never hot or warm)
fabricfringe.com) to avoid shrinkage. The cardigan should be dried flat (
Lay flat on a dry towel on a flat surface away from direct sunlight
fabricfringe.com). To prevent permanent stretching, use a low spin speed (
). Additionally, use a mild, enzyme-free detergent without bleach or softeners (
Use a mild, enzyme-free liquid detergent without bleach or fabric softeners to protect delicate fibers.
knowingfabric.com). While the nylon content adds durability for gentle machine washing, hand washing is safest. For ironing, use low heat with a pressing cloth (
Use a low heat setting with a pressing cloth to protect the fabric from direct heat and avoid shiny spots.
knowingfabric.com).
- Opacity
Light colors may be slightly sheer; wear a camisole underneath.
Why this is supported
The brand's Q&A reveals:
The fine stretch knit of this cardigan is lightweight, so it may be slightly sheer depending on the color. We recommend wearing a thin top or camisole underneath for full coverage, especially with lighter shades.
Is the cardigan opaque enough to wear alone, or does it require a top underneath?- Material
Recycled viscose/nylon blend matches virgin fiber quality; pilling possible.
Why this is supported
The recycled viscose is
properties comparable to fibres made from commercial wood cellulose pulp
ideas.repec.org, while nylon adds
exceptional shape retention and stretch recovery
chromatic-rayon.com, and the blend
breathes effortlessly, keeping the wearer dry
chromatic-rayon.com. However, the same composition
may pill over time due to the high viscose content
Does this reprocessed viscose and nylon blend tend to pill with wear?, making careful washing important to maintain appearance.
Deep research on the material explains:
The addition of high-tenacity nylon acts as a structural anchor, providing exceptional shape retention and stretch recovery.
chromatic-rayon.comThis prevents bagging at elbows and cuffs, keeping the regular-fit shape crisp.
- Layering
Breathable viscose-nylon knit retains shape and layers easily under a coat.
Why this is supported
The recycled viscose-nylon blend breathes well:
Additionally, the nylon content provides
exceptional shape retention and stretch recovery
chromatic-rayon.com, preventing cuffs and hem from bagging. This lighter knit also layers smoothly under a coat without bulk, as compared to cotton cardigans.
- Pilling
Pilling is a realistic concern due to viscose, but nylon provides a meaningful buffer.
Why this is supported
may pill over time due to the high viscose content, which is known for surface fuzzing
Does this reprocessed viscose and nylon blend tend to pill with wear?adds strength, elasticity, and resistance to abrasion and moisture
knowingfabric.com, providing a buffer against pilling.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Fine-knit long-sleeve crew-neck cardigan in a dark navy color shown buttoned at the top and partially unbuttoned at the bottom; ribbed trim at neckline, button placket, hem and cuffs; smooth fine-knit texture visible.
- SilhouetteSleeveless appears as long-sleeve fitted cardigan worn closed at the chest with the lower hem partially unbuttoned; sits at hip level on the model.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.22 · w 0.90 · h 0.62 (high) - NecklineRound crew neckline with narrow ribbed trim.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.07 · w 0.46 · h 0.14 (high) - Button placketCenter-front vertical button placket with small round buttons; placket trimmed with ribbing.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.18 · w 0.32 · h 0.56 (high) - Hem detailWide ribbed hem band; bottom-most button area is unfastened showing the inner placket and waistband of trousers beneath.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.66 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high) - CuffsRibbed sleeve cuffs matching the hem and neckline trim.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.54 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.57 · y 0.48 · w 0.31 · h 0.19 (high) - Knit textureSmooth fine-knit fabric with even surface, no visible patterning or heavy texture.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.24 · w 0.80 · h 0.56 (high) - Buttons color and sizeButtons are small and appear to match the cardigan color closely.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.26 · w 0.12 · h 0.34 (medium)
Other
Model photographed from the front at torso-and-head framing against a plain light gray background; three-quarter pose with arms crossed; soft even studio lighting with mild shadowing on the left side.
- Model poseFemale model shown from mid-thigh up in a three-quarter front pose with arms crossed across the torso.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.88 · h 0.96 (high) - BackgroundPlain light gray backdrop with even tone and no visible props.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft studio lighting from front-right producing gentle shadows on the model's left side and under the chin.
- Visible accessoriesModel wears hoop earring on visible ear and multiple rings on right hand resting on left arm; a belt buckle on trousers is visible through the unbuttoned hem.
2 regions
x 0.66 · y 0.64 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.12 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (medium) - Image qualityHigh resolution with clear detail and natural colors.
Colors
deep navy· cardigan body#2D2E41navy matching buttons· buttons#2D2E41- SilhouetteSleeveless appears as long-sleeve fitted cardigan worn closed at the chest with the lower hem partially unbuttoned; sits at hip level on the model.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a fine-knit long-sleeve crew-neck cardigan in a solid dark navy color worn by a model; visible details include ribbed neckline, hem band, and sleeve cuffs with a raglan shoulder seam and light surface texture.
- SilhouetteSlim, hip-length long-sleeve sweater with a straight hem seen from the back, fitted through the shoulders and body
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.66 (high) - NecklineNarrow crew-neck with fine ribbing around the collar visible at the nape
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.08 (high) - Shoulder seamDiagonal raglan seam running from the neckline toward the underarm on both sides
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.14 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.14 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Hem bandWide ribbed hem band at the waist with tighter knit texture than the body
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.56 · w 0.56 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve cuffsRibbed cuffs on long sleeves matching the hem ribbing, fitted at the wrist
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.60 · w 0.16 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.58 · w 0.12 · h 0.34 (high) - Knit textureFine, smooth knit fabric with uniform surface and minimal visible pilling or pattern
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.22 · w 0.40 · h 0.40 (high) - Back occlusionModel's hair covers the upper right back area, partially obscuring the shoulder and neckline on that side
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.08 · w 0.30 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model from the rear against a neutral light gray background with soft even lighting; image is vertically oriented and cropped to show from head to hips.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from the back with head turned slightly left, left arm relaxed down and right hand near the hip
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.04 · w 0.84 · h 0.92 (high) - BackgroundEven, light gray seamless studio background without visible props or textures
- Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused lighting with minimal harsh shadows and a faint shadow cast to the lower left behind the model
- Image cropCropped to show the product from just above the head to the upper thighs, lower sleeve edges and hands partially visible
Colors
dark navy· body#262639- SilhouetteSlim, hip-length long-sleeve sweater with a straight hem seen from the back, fitted through the shoulders and body
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
151 total151 reviews · out of 5
I will return for meduim,fits
I will return for meduim,fits true to size
Très beau
Parfait pour toutes les occasions
Crew neck cardigan
Perfect fit love it
Yes
Yes
Cardigan tout-aller
J'ai ce cardigan dans le noir depuis plusieurs années et je l'aime beaucoup. Il est parfait pour le travail. Toutefois, je l'ai pris dans le beige et il est plus petit et plus court. Je vais le retourner pour médium.
Bien
Taille parfaite
should have purchased a M.
should have purchased a M. It stretches a lot of hang with this material. Otherwise classic nice deep navy
Great everyday essentials
Basic but looks nice
Perfect sweater!
This sweater is exactly what I was looking for and I can wear it in several ways. I'm a new Simons customer, and could not be more pleased with the clothing I've ordered so far.
cardigan col rond fin tricot
bouton et boutonnière petit et manche longue
Tel que souhaité : léger
Tel que souhaité : léger , couleur a la mode idéal pour l'entre-saison
Confortable et très joli!
Belle qualité! Fait très bien, facile d’entretien. Très satisfaite de mon choix!
Beautiful sweater
I love this sweater, it's everything I wanted, except it was too small. Sadly, it is being returned to Simons.
Cardigan
Très beau tissus Belle qualité prix
Très confortable
Léger et doux.
Cardigan
Parfait petit cardigan. Je l’ai en deux couleurs. Il taille très bien et est très polyvalent.
The Perfect Cardigan
Have purchased this cardigan in a few colours. Fits well, washes well, does not shrink or stretch.
Cardigan
Très confortable Belle couleur
Pink crew neck cardigan
I love this pink cardigan. Very pretty pink and lightweight.
Beau chandail
J’adore
Parfait
Beau tricot souple
Fit too boxy for me
The cardigan seemed well made, with comfortable fabric that draped nicely. However I found the cut too boxy for my petite body and I returned it
Very happy with my purchase
It was almost exactly what I was hoping for. I would have preferred the front panel along the buttons to not be ribbed but overall, I am very happy with my purchase!
Je l’aime beaucoup.
Je l’aime beaucoup.
Gorgeous!
Gorgeous colour & feel. Fits perfectly.
Trop court
Beau bleu
Taille parfaite Doux et confortable
Taille parfaite Doux et confortable et se porte avec tout. J’aime beaucoup
Très beau
Chic
Tricot laine fine
Un peu déçu, j aurais aimé que le rond du chandail soit moins grands, plus rond et monte un peu plus haut et les boutons soient moins durs à déboulonné.
Trop court et trop large
J’aurais aimé dire du positif, mais j’ai été déçue. Je suis grande et ce genre de chandail me fait bien à condition d’avoir une longueur plus respectable. C’est souvent trop court, et celui-ci ne fait pas exception, même si je prends une taille plus grande.
Just What I Needed
I have this sweather in black and needed a navy one. It looks and feels good.
Classic cardigan
Soft, fine knit, good colour.
Cardigan
Je recommande
Too small but nice cardigan
Too small but nice cardigan
Formidable
Doux, léger et chaud et très classe.
Just right
Nice weight. The cardigan hangs well and looks good buttoned up or open. Can dress it up or wear it casual. I sized up based on reviews.
Cardigan
Belle qualité et très confortable . Je le recommande
confortable
belle couleur et fait bien
Functional sweater
Love the colour and lightweight of this cardigan.
Fine-knit crew neck cardigan
It is very comfortable and soft
Sleeves way too long
I don’t know who would have arms that long! The rest of the sweater fit well.
Très bien
Très bien
Doux, confortable, pas trop ajusté.
Doux, confortable, pas trop ajusté.
Cardigan col rond fin tricot
Tricot fin et confortable, agréable à porter seul ou en complément.
Confortable
Confortable
J’adore. Parfait pour le travail.
J’adore. Parfait pour le travail.
Cardigan
Très satisfaite - bonne qualité
Elegant
Good light feel to it.
J ai été bien satisfaite
J ai été bien satisfaite de mon achat. Merci je vais continuer a acheter en ligne
Impeccable
Un classique, j’en achète à chaque année. Cette année, le modèle est fait plus court et je le préfère comme ça.
Perfect
Just as described. Soft knit, classic style and perfect fit. I usually choose a Large in sweaters (Medium in tee shirts) and this fits well - will allow me to wear a thin sweater underneath. I bought it in grey and was so pleased I ordered it in black.
Appréciation
Super doux et confortable
Chandail avec boutons
Fait tres bien
Qualité/prix Super achat
Couleur telle qu’espérée
Parfait
Parfait
Super confortable !
Je vous recommande pour tout le monde !
Très belle mais trop ajusté
Très belle mais trop ajusté du buste
Tenue de tous les jours
Belle qualité à petit prix
J'aime le style et le
J'aime le style et le tissu
Exactly like the preview
nice weight for summer evenings good quality
Flimsy
It’s a very light knit, nit much more than thin tshirt material. Because it’s so thin it doesn’t lay right and looks sloppy. I’d return it but I washed it before wearing it. It will get donated. It’s boxy too and unflattering. Just messy looking.
Cardigan
Qualité du tricot
Très satisfaite
Très satisfaite
Pas la couleur jaune attendue
Bonne taille
I find the ivory color
I find the ivory color to be too yellowish but the material & fit are great.
Douceur
Très belle couleur, confortable
Merci
Merci
Aime bien
Aime bien
Very comfy
Nice deep navy, fits nicely
Un cardigan de tous les jours joli et doux sur la peau
Bonne tenue Bonne qualité du matériel (je n’ai pas encore lavé toutefois, on verra dans la durée) Couleur rose et gris, conformes à mes attentes
Beau tissus, belle couleur
Beau tissus, belle couleur
Fine neck cardigan
Excellent quality , nice cut
Joli et pratique
Confortable, se porte en toute occasion lorsque le temps se rafraîchit un peu.
Fin cardigan
Je l’ai porté une fois et pas encore lavé (test ultime) , je trouve que le bleu est un peu fade.
Très bien
Très bien
Cardigan fin tricot
Très confortable et fait vraiment bien
Perfect size and color
Classic, lightweight and very comfortable fit. Knit has a very soft hand.
The go with everything cardi!
I already had this in black and love it. Please keep making this and adding colour options! Worn draped over shoulders with a dress, open with jeans and a tee, buttoned ip with trousers and a statement necklace. Such a versatile staple.
cardigan col rond fin
Trop court. Beau tricot, léger... Longueur de manches OK, Épaules OK... mais trop court...
Rubis
Belle couleur Beau tissus Coupe ne me convient pas: court
Rayé noir
Selon mes attentes, tenu de tout les jour
Pratique et passe partout!
Pratique et passe partout!
Love it
Soft and lightweight, looks like an expensive cardigan. I did size up one as it’s a slim fit.
Fine-knit crew neck cardigan
Love the light weight and softness of cardigan. Fit perfect as is dark chocolate brown!
mauvaise qualité
la couleur est belle, la finition ok mais retourné en magasin en raison de la qualité du tissi
Light weight cardigan
It’s a perfect cardigan when it’s just cool enough outside but you don’t need anything heavy.
Magnifique cardigan
Il tombe très bien, tissus de qualité et grandeur standard. Je l’adore.
Un essentiel
Fait la taille. Qualité satisfaisante. Suggestion: laisser les deux premiers boutons deboutonnés en permanence et passer le cardigan par le haut pour le mettre et l'enlever. Peut aussi bien être porté par-dessus une camisole ou un chandail que seul.
Classic cardigan
I recently bought this in grey and loved it so much I ordered it in black. Soft fabric, great fit, a classic addition to my wardrobe. I usually take a medium but I ordered large to allow room to wear over a light sweater or dress and it’s perfect.
Pink cardigan
Nice soft cotton, good quality, pretty pink colour. Fits big, I bought a medium and found it too loose.
nice
looks great but is thinner than I thought.
Cardigan
Il est d’une douceur !
Belle veste
J'adore cette veste tout simplement et de très belle qualité
t-shirt manches longues
manches trop longue et les boutons à l'avant ont tendances à ouvrir.
Tel que décrit
Il est parfait. Couleur comme présentée, tricot délicat, soyeux, la grandeur est vraiment M. La bande boutonnée est restée impeccable après lavage-séchage, ce n'est pas toujours le cas. Beau produit
Confortable et passe partout
Confortable et passe partout
Doux!!!!
Le confort et la douceur réunis!
Love this!
Love the knit. Lightweight, feeld fantastiv.
Correct
Je l’aime beaucoup mais je trouve que la qualité est moindre que ce à quoi je m’attendais.
Very nice love the colour
Was just a bit small I bought XS
Great quality
Great quality
Cardigan
Très beau, mais malheureusement il n’est pas confortable à porter. Le tissu n’est pas celui que je m’attendais.
Belle coupe
Cardigan de qualité, belle coupe qui tombe bien.
Confortable et pratique
Très satisfaite de mon achat ! J'ai acheté le vert et il est magnifique ! J'ai hésité entre le S et le M, mais j'ai gardé le small. Ça respecte le guide des grandeurs.
Beautiful sweater, too snug for me.
Beautifully made, good colour, crisp tidy looking sweater, but too snug for my build, made me feel chunky.
pas doux
pas doux
Love it
The cardigan is the perfect size and length.
parfait
parfait
Cardigan
Beau tricot Fait petit
loveit
loveit
Le tricot est fin et
Le tricot est fin et doux. Pratique au bureau et pour la fin de semaine. Grandeur small.
Parfait
Parfait
Poor quality
For an expensive sweater the material is very thin and the button hole stitching not the best. I returned it.
Trou couture
Il y avait une couture mal cousue et donc un trou au niveau du dessus de l'épaule
Nice but not for me
Colour is very blah. Knit is fine and cardigan quite fitted which is what I wanted. Will be returning but for colour only, good price for a classic piece.
Soft and comfortable
This is a lighter material, but it’s soft and flowy. I ordered a size up, typically I’m a true medium. The large is a the perfect fit for me. Nice for the office and casual.
joli, confortable
joli, confortable
Fait parfaitement.
Fait parfaitement.
Perfect colour
Highly recommend
Lovely cardigan
Very good fit and like the weight of the knit.
Pink
Love the color
Nice and classy
Beautiful little cardigan, quite light, but way too short for me, it barely came to my waist. It kind of felt like it was a bit cropped. I returned it.
Great product
I had bought the shirt sleeved sweater first and decided to also purchase the cardigan. Both are so versatile abd can be worn separately or together. Great quality and fit !
Très bien
Simple mais pratique
Un petit passe partout parfait
Un petit passe partout parfait
Cardian
Beau cardigan.
Fits true to size
Fits true to size
Ne s’applique pas
Ne s’applique pas
Great cardigan!
Quality material, washes well. Love the fit.
not as expected
The colour was less "pink" in person, and it sits just above my belly button, which is NOT what I wanted. If you are ok with a cropped cardigan, this is more cropped than what is pictured.
Belle couleur
Bel achat aussi
Pretty
I purchased the blue cardigan. It is a pretty shade and fits nicely.
Fits slightly small
Fits slightly small
Nice cardigan
This is a very lightweight cardigan but good quality and lovely colour
flimsy after washing
No I would not recommend. I washed this in cold water and laid flat to dry as I always wash clothes before I wear them because of skin sensitivity. It came out flimsy and really out of shape. I would return it but I cut off the inside tags because of the same sensitivity.
Très confortable
Confo et facile à superposer car léger
Parfait
Parfait
Cardigan col rond fin tricot
Je le recommande
Very versatile
Love this sweater. It can be worn on its own or open over another top. It can be worn with jeans or dresses up to wear with a skirt or dress pants.
Beau cardignan
Belle coupe
Nice (for a teacher)
I was looking for something more versatile and thought grey could look casual and work with different outfits, but I kept looking like a teacher so I'm returning it. Nothing wrong with the sweater, I just couldn't pull it off.
Exactly what I was looking
Exactly what I was looking for, a classic!
Perfect Chocolate colour
The sweater is exactly as described. Lovely colour and soft. I am a true size medium but I purchased a large because I like my cardigans to be loose.
Malheureusement pas assez blanc
Malheureusement pas assez blanc
Cardigan
Super bien coupé
Classique
un classique à avoir!
Great addition
Soft colour and fabric. Will go with many other. Items.
Sweaters purchase
I kept it but I regret. It's too large, it's difficult to know which size to buy, too many styles and different sizes never fitting the same, by exemple: small can be too large or too small.
Super
Je l’adore, mignon
Great Cardigan
Nice lighter weight cardigan. Good quality and fits perfectly!
Cardigan
Very versatile and great pricing