Contemporaine
Overlaid Effect Two-Tone Sweater
CA$59.00CAD
In Stock
This women's overlaid effect two-tone sweater from Contemporaine features a boxy fit, crew neck, and soft, flowy fine knit with contrasting trim at the neckline, cuffs, and hem for a layered look. Made from a blend of polyester, acrylic, modal, and nylon, it is machine washable and available in Khaki/Sage/Olive, Black, and Light Grey.
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
BlackLight GreyKhaki/Sage/Olive
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGE
Specifications
Soft and flowy fine knit sweater with boxy fit and crew neck, featuring an overlaid two-tone effect.
Fine knit, boxy fit, crew neck, overlaid two-tone effect.
- Material
- 30.7% polyester, 24.4% acrylic, 24% modal, 20.9% nylon
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- soft and flowy fine knit
- boxy fit
- crew neck
- overlaid effect two-tone
Product Insights
Contemporaine's Overlaid Effect Two-Tone Sweater uses integral knit construction to weave a two-tone pattern directly into a modal-acrylic-polyester blend, creating a subtle floating-layer look with a matte finish while preventing peeling, cracking, or separation. The fine knit yields a lightweight, soft, and smooth interior, offering warmth comparable to wool via 24.4% acrylic without the weight or itch, plus moisture management for easy layering. Letter sizes correspond to US numeric (S=6, M=8, L=10), and at $59 CAD this Simons in-house piece delivers mid-to-high value rooted in 1960s heritage and family ownership.
Verified claims
- Durability
- Two-tone pattern is knit into the fabric, preventing peeling, cracking, or separation.
- Hand feel
- The two-tone trim is knitted in, making the sweater lightweight, soft, and smooth inside.
- Visual finish
- Integral knit creates a subtle floating-layer look and a matte finish.
- Colorway effect
- Two earthy tones meet to create a subtle floating-layer look.
- Layering comfort
- Fine knit offers lightweight warmth, smooth drape, and moisture management for easy layering.
- Sizing
- Letter sizes correspond to US numeric: S=6, M=8, L=10.
- Warmth
- 24.4% acrylic adds wool-like insulation without the weight or itch.
- Pattern integrity
- Integral knit prevents peeling of contrast trims
- Quality
- Integral knit two-tone effect uses a durable modal-acrylic-polyester blend for comfortable wear.
- Size mapping
- S=US6, M=US8, L=US10
- Value
- Simons' in-house Contemporaine combines 1960s heritage with family ownership for mid-to-high value at $59.
Product record
- Title
- Overlaid Effect Two-Tone Sweater
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 59 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
The overlaid two-tone construction
- Because the two-tone pattern is knit directly into the fabric using dyed yarns — the sweater is a fine knit with a blend of polyester, acrylic, modal, and nylon — there is no surface print or separate overlay panel that could crack, peel, or separate. The effect lives inside the stitches themselves, so the garment maintains an even, lightweight hand and the design will remain intact through machine washing and wearing.
- The overlaid effect plays out across the available colorways — Black, Light Grey, and especially the Khaki/Sage/Olive combination, where two earthy tones meet to create a subtle floating-layer look — adding visual texture without the need for trim or embellishment. This aligns with the Contemporaine brand's 'edited modern fashion' aesthetic, making the sweater a minimalist statement piece in a casual wardrobe.
How the boxy fit actually wears
- The sweater's letter sizes consistently map to US numeric sizes — Small corresponds to US 6, Medium to US 8, and Large to US 10 — giving a reliable point of reference for shoppers accustomed to numeric sizing and helping prevent the common online guesswork when choosing between S/M/L.
The Contemporaine brand and Simons exclusivity
- CEO Peter Simons explicitly frames the store’s offering as a 'mid- to high-range experience' that creates 'value with unique product,' so at $59 this sweater is intentionally positioned above mass-market stalwarts but well below luxury price points—it’s expected to deliver elevated fabric, fit, and design details that justify its tier within Simons’ own merchandise hierarchy.
- Contemporaine was conceived in the 1960s by third-generation Simons owner Donald Simons as a house brand aimed specifically at women aged 30 to 40, meaning it has spent over half a century refining a design vocabulary for that demographic—the sweater's boxy fit and fine-knit fabrication come from a label that fundamentally understands how to balance trend and relevance for a mature customer, not a fast-fashion brand guessing at the market.
- At a time when department stores mostly resold external labels, Donald Simons' decision to create original in-house brands like Contemporaine was a forward-thinking move that set the stage for Simons' current vertically integrated model—the result is a sweater whose design, quality, and pricing are directly controlled by the retailer, avoiding the markup and dilution of a third-party licensed brand.
- La Maison Simons has remained family-owned and continuously operated since 1840, moving into its fifth generation by 2026—this longevity is rare in the department-store world and signals that Contemporaine is not a short-lived corporate project but a long-nurtured piece of a retailer that historically prizes customer satisfaction, from its 19th-century 'full satisfaction or your money back' guarantee to its modern curated brand mix.
Softness and durability of the modal blend
- Modal gives the sweater a silk-like smoothness and liquid drape that makes the 'flowy' description literal — it also absorbs sweat better than polyester, so the sweater feels cooler and less clingy against skin than an all-synthetic knit.
- Acrylic provides wool-like insulation without the weight or itch, so the sweater delivers noticeable warmth for its airy feel — ideal as a standalone piece in spring or a mid-layer in winter.
- As the largest component, polyester reinforces shape retention and abrasion resistance, meaning the boxy silhouette holds its form wash after wash and areas like cuffs and elbows resist premature thinning or stretching out.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve black knit sweater with contrasting white trim at the crew neckline, sleeve cuffs, and hem producing an overlaid two-tone effect.
- Body shapeSlim, straight torso silhouette with long fitted sleeves and a slightly relaxed hem line that sits at the hip.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.16 · w 0.40 · h 0.50 (high) - Neckline trimNarrow white band visible along the outer edge of a black crew neckline creating a layered look.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.07 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high) - Hem trimThin white layer visible peeking below the black sweater hem across the front, giving an overlaid effect.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.46 · w 0.36 · h 0.07 (high) - Cuff trimWhite trim at sleeve cuffs visible on both sleeves where the left arm crosses the body and at the lower right sleeve edge.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.40 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.44 · y 0.56 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric appearanceFine-gauge knit surface with a smooth, matte finish and no visible patterning or texture variations.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.16 · w 0.40 · h 0.50 (medium)
Other
Studio-style fashion shot showing a model wearing the sweater against a neutral textured wall; three-quarter full-body crop with soft directional lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model poseModel standing in a three-quarter frontal pose with head turned to the side, left arm crossed and right arm hanging down.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 0.98 (high) - BackgroundFlat vertical panels with a subtle textured neutral beige-gray finish and a visible vertical seam slightly right of center.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting from the front-left producing gentle shadows along the model's right side and minimal specular highlights.
- Visible accompanying garmentsDark gray pleated skirt or culotte and black knee-high boots are visible below the sweater.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.54 · w 0.44 · h 0.42 (high)
Colors
deep black· sweater body#121116clean white· neckline and trims#F4ECEA- Body shapeSlim, straight torso silhouette with long fitted sleeves and a slightly relaxed hem line that sits at the hip.
- 02
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve black knit sweater with white contrast trim at the crew neck, sleeve cuffs, and hem creating a layered overlaid effect; visible small white side tab near the hem on the left side seam.
- Silhouette and fitLong-sleeve, straight-cut sweater worn front-facing; shoulders sit at the natural shoulder line and sleeves are close-fitting along the arms.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.88 · h 0.65 (high) - Neckline trimCrew neckline with a narrow white contrast trim visible around the inner edge of the neck opening, producing a layered look.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.18 · w 0.34 · h 0.05 (high) - Cuff trimNarrow white contrast band at the sleeve cuff visible on the right sleeve (model's right arm across body).
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.56 · w 0.20 · h 0.07 (high) - Hem detailingWhite contrast band peeking from under the black hem, creating a double-layered hem appearance; the black hem has a subtle turned finish above the white band.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.77 · w 0.64 · h 0.06 (high) - Side seam tabSmall vertical white fabric tab attached at the left side seam near the hem.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.72 · w 0.04 · h 0.04 (high) - Knit textureFine, smooth knit surface with even stitch texture visible across the body and sleeves.
- Visible accessories on modelModel wearing small hoop earrings and a simple ring on the left hand resting on the right arm.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.04 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (medium); x 0.14 · y 0.52 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (medium)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing model from head to hips against a neutral beige fabric or panel background; soft, even lighting with minimal shadows and slight vignette at edges.
- Shot compositionPortrait-oriented detail shot centered on the upper body and torso, cropped just above the hips and including the model's head.
- BackgroundNeutral beige vertically oriented panel background with subtle texture and a visible seam or panel edge slightly right of center.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.00 · w 0.04 · h 1.00 (high) - Model poseModel stands with arms crossed at mid-torso, head slightly tilted; pose partly obscures inner right sleeve and shows front-facing sweater.
- Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting with gentle shadows under the chin and slight shadowing along sleeve folds; lighting is even across the sweater surface.
Colors
deep black· main body and sleeves#0D0D0Ebright white· neckline, cuff and hem trim- Silhouette and fitLong-sleeve, straight-cut sweater worn front-facing; shoulders sit at the natural shoulder line and sleeves are close-fitting along the arms.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve crew-neck sweater in a solid dark color with contrasting light trim visible at the neckline, sleeve cuffs, and hem; fine knit texture and straight hemline.
- View and silhouetteBack view of a fitted long-sleeve sweater with a straight lower hem and narrow shoulders; the garment covers the upper hips.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.78 (high) - NecklineLow crew neckline with a narrow contrasting light-colored trim visible along the back neck edge.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.05 · w 0.32 · h 0.06 (high) - Hem and layered effectContrasting light-colored band visible peeking below the sweater's straight hem, creating an overlaid two-tone effect.
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.68 · w 0.42 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeves and cuffsLong slim sleeves with matching contrasting light trim at the cuff edges visible on both wrists.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (high) - Fabric textureEven fine knit texture with a smooth matte finish across the sweater surface.
- Seam detailShoulder seams are visible following the natural shoulder line; no visible external fasteners or logos on the back.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.14 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio rear-facing product shot on a neutral vertical fabric backdrop showing a model from head to mid-thigh; soft directional lighting with mild shadowing.
- BackgroundNeutral light taupe fabric backdrop with a vertical seam or fold visible to the right of center.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.00 · w 0.48 · h 1.00 (high) - Model and croppingModel shown from the rear, head turned slightly to the right in profile; image cropped near mid-thigh so lower legs are not visible.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting from the front-left producing gentle shadows under the arms and along the side of the torso.
Colors
deep black· sweater body#0E0D13soft white· neckline, hem and cuff trim#F5F1ED- View and silhouetteBack view of a fitted long-sleeve sweater with a straight lower hem and narrow shoulders; the garment covers the upper hips.
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Q&A
1 answered- Is this a lightweight sweater suitable for layering, or is it more of a mid-weight piece for cooler weather?
- This is a lightweight sweater thanks to its soft, flowy fine knit and airy blend of polyester, acrylic, modal, and nylon—ideal for layering over a tee or under a jacket in cooler weather.