Contemporaine
Ribbon-Knit Loose Sweater
This is a women's loose-fit crew-neck sweater with short sleeves, made from a ribbon-weave knit of 75% reprocessed cotton and 25% polyester. It features ribbed edging at the neckline, cuffs, and slightly rounded hem, and is part of the Contemporaine by Simons line, designed in Canada under the sustainability-focused Vision program. Reviews note that the fit runs large, so sizing down may be advisable.
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Size
Specifications
- Material
- 75% reprocessed cotton, 25% polyester
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The Contemporaine Ribbon-Knit Loose Sweater ($19.99) delivers a relaxed, close-to-body drape with a nubby ribbon-knit surface and subtle optical stripe, using 75% recycled cotton for a certified lower environmental footprint. The recycled content increases pilling risk, requiring hand washing and flat drying. Only sizes XS and S are available; order usual for loose, size down for closer fit. At this price, it undercuts comparable knitwear by 29% while offering unique texture and sustainability.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- Runs large; order your usual size for a loose fit or size down for a closer fit.
- Fit
- The loose cut has a boxy dropped-shoulder silhouette, while the ribbon knit drapes close to the body to keep it from looking shapeless.
- Texture
- Ribbon knit yields a nubby surface with a subtle optical stripe effect.
- Drape
- The ribbon knit falls from the shoulders and settles into an easy, slouchy hang rather than standing stiffly away.
- Care
- Hand wash cold and lay flat to dry; avoid bleach, soaking, and wringing.
- Competitive pricing
- At $19.99, it undercuts Buffalo's similar short-sleeve knit by 29%.
- Recycled content
- 75% reprocessed cotton, surpassing the typical 20-50% recycled content in yarns.
- Design and feel
- Ribbon knit with recycled cotton delivers a relaxed drape, nubby hand, and subtle stripe effect.
- Durability
- Recycled cotton increases pilling risk; hand washing mitigates it.
- Peer comparison
- At this price, comparable short-sleeve sweaters typically use plain cotton or basic knits; recycled cotton and a ribbon weave are rare under $25.
- Pilling
- The 75% recycled cotton content makes this sweater more prone to pilling than virgin cotton sweaters.
- Sustainability
- Certified ≥50% lower environmental footprint than conventional cotton.
- Breathability
- The open ribbon knit is more breathable than a chunky sweater and substantial enough to avoid sheerness, though several buyers found the sweater heavier than expected.
- Value
- At $19.99, this sweater is the most affordable entry to Contemporaine's ribbon-knit line, with texture and 75% recycled content that beat similarly priced items.
- Hand feel
- Several buyers describe the sweater as rough or scratchy.
Product record
- Title
- Ribbon-Knit Loose Sweater
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 59 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 3.4 stars, 7 reviews, scale 5
Image Analysis
4 images- 01
Product
Front view of a relaxed-fit, short-sleeve ribbon-knit sweater with a crew neck and ribbed trim at neckline, sleeve cuffs, and hem. Visible knit texture appears soft with a slightly slubby ribbon yarn.
- SilhouetteLoose, boxy torso with dropped shoulders and a relaxed fit that falls over the hips.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.60 (high) - NecklineRound crew neckline finished with a narrow ribbed band.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.08 · w 0.40 · h 0.14 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves reaching near the elbow with ribbed cuffs; sleeves are set in with a dropped shoulder seam.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.20 · w 0.30 · h 0.24 (high) - Hem and trimRibbed hem that sits over the hips with a slightly curved lower edge at the front right where fabric is tucked by hand.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.64 · w 0.64 · h 0.14 (high) - Knit textureVisible medium-gauge ribbon knit with a soft, slightly slubby surface and horizontal stitch rows.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.26 · w 0.56 · h 0.46 (high) - Visible edge detailRibbed trim at sleeve cuffs and neckline appears tighter than body stitch, providing subtle texture contrast.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio product shot with a model wearing the sweater against a plain light background; three-quarter frontal pose with one hand in pocket and soft, even lighting.
- Model poseModel faces forward in a three-quarter frontal pose with left hand in pocket and right arm relaxed at side.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.04 · w 0.84 · h 0.92 (high) - Background and lightingEven, neutral light gray background with soft, diffuse lighting and minimal shadows.
- Crop and framingImage framed mid-thigh upward, centered on torso and head; slight headroom above model.
- Other clothing visibleBlue denim pants are visible below the sweater but are not part of the sweater product depiction.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.72 · w 0.52 · h 0.24 (high)
Colors
deep burgundy· body#521B2D- SilhouetteLoose, boxy torso with dropped shoulders and a relaxed fit that falls over the hips.
- 02
Product
Loose, short-sleeve ribbon-knit sweater in a deep burgundy color with visible knit texture and ribbed trim at neckline, sleeve cuffs, and hem. Relaxed, slightly boxy silhouette with dropped shoulders and a straight hem that sits at hip level on the model.
- Overall silhouetteLoose, boxy cut sweater with a relaxed fit that falls to the hip on the wearer; sleeves end above the elbow.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (high) - NecklineRound crew neckline finished with a visible ribbed trim that contrasts slightly in texture with the body knit.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.10 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve styleShort sleeves with dropped shoulder seam; sleeve openings finished with a narrow ribbed cuff.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.20 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high) - Knit textureRibbon-like textured knit across the body and sleeves producing a slightly variegated surface with subtle horizontal striation.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.22 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (high) - Hem detailStraight hem with a wider ribbed band; hem sits flat with a small side opening visible at the right side seam (model left).
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.62 · w 0.60 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.68 · w 0.10 · h 0.06 (medium) - Visible seamsDropped shoulder seam visible as a soft join rather than a pronounced topstitch; side seams run vertically under the arm area.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.20 · w 0.72 · h 0.44 (medium)
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the sweater against a plain light gray background; cropped full-body framing from head to upper thighs. Even, soft lighting with minimal shadows and slight natural highlights on hair and fabric.
- Model and poseFemale model standing three-quarter front with left hand relaxed by side and right hand placed in the front pocket of blue jeans; head slightly tilted.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.00 · w 0.80 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundPlain, uniform light gray backdrop with no visible props or packaging elements.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffused studio lighting producing even illumination and gentle shadowing beneath the chin and left side of the sweater.
- Image framingImage cropped to include the model from head to upper thighs; lower body partially visible showing blue jeans and pocket interaction.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
deep burgundy· sweater body#4B1C2C- Overall silhouetteLoose, boxy cut sweater with a relaxed fit that falls to the hip on the wearer; sleeves end above the elbow.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a loose-fitting short-sleeve ribbon-knit sweater with a crew neckline, drop shoulders, visible ribbed hem and sleeve cuffs, and a textured horizontal knit on the back panel.
- Back panel shapeBroad rectangular back panel with a relaxed, loose drape falling straight from the shoulders to the ribbed hem.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.16 · w 0.66 · h 0.64 (high) - NecklineCrew neckline with a narrow knitted band finishing the collar edge at the top center back.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve length and cutShort sleeves that extend to around the elbow with a loose, slightly boxy cut.
2 regions
x 0.17 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.59 · y 0.18 · w 0.25 · h 0.20 (high) - Drop shoulder seamVisible drop shoulder seam running across the upper back, set lower than a standard shoulder seam.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.15 · w 0.66 · h 0.14 (high) - Ribbed hem and cuffsHorizontal ribbed knit finishing at the bottom hem and at each sleeve cuff, slightly tighter than the body knit.
3 regions
x 0.17 · y 0.74 · w 0.66 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.17 · y 0.32 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.59 · y 0.32 · w 0.25 · h 0.10 (high) - Knit textureRibbon-like textured horizontal knit across the entire visible back panel producing subtle horizontal banding.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.16 · w 0.66 · h 0.64 (high) - Side ventsSmall side vents visible where the hem meets the side seams, creating a slight split at each lower side.Partial
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.82 · w 0.15 · h 0.06 (medium); x 0.68 · y 0.82 · w 0.15 · h 0.06 (medium) - Visible stitching detailVertical seam stitch line visible near the left side of the back panel following the side seam area.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.40 · w 0.06 · h 0.40 (medium)
Other
Model photographed from the rear against a plain light background; lower body wearing blue denim is visible. Lighting is soft and even with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter portrait framing from the rear showing the model from head to upper thighs, centered in the image.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.03 · w 0.90 · h 0.94 (high) - Background and lightingSmooth, even light neutral background with soft diffuse lighting and minimal cast shadows.
- Visible prop - denim jeansLower portion of blue denim jeans visible below the sweater hem; appears as a staging garment not part of the product.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.80 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (high) - Model poseModel stands with arms relaxed, one hand resting near the hip causing a slight fold at the right side of the sweater.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.58 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high)
Colors
deep burgundy· main body#521B2E- Back panel shapeBroad rectangular back panel with a relaxed, loose drape falling straight from the shoulders to the ribbed hem.
- 04
Product
Front view of a loose-fitting ribbon-knit short-sleeve crewneck sweater in a deep burgundy color, showing ribbed neckline, sleeve cuffs, and hem with visible knit texture.
- Silhouette and fitLoose, boxy torso fit with dropped shoulder line and a straight hem that falls below the waist on the model.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (high) - Sleeve styleElbow-length short sleeves ending above the elbow with a ribbed cuff.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.56 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.20 · w 0.32 · h 0.36 (high) - NecklineCrewneck with a narrow ribbed trim around the collar.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.14 (high) - Hem and side detailRibbed lower hem with a slight curved dip at the front and a visible side seam where the hem meets the body.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.62 · w 0.66 · h 0.18 (high) - Knit textureRibbon-like textured knit with a slightly slubby, horizontal-oriented stitch appearance across the body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (high) - ColorUniform deep burgundy color across the entire visible sweater surface.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model wearing the sweater against a plain light background; model pose and jeans visible.
- Model poseModel faces forward with the left hand partially in a pants pocket and the right arm relaxed at the side; torso slightly angled.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.06 · w 0.84 · h 0.88 (high) - Background and lightingEven, diffuse studio lighting on a plain light gray background with soft shadows under the arms and along the side seams.
- Additional clothing visibleBlue denim jeans visible from the waist down; waist and upper thigh area visible beneath the sweater hem.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.70 · w 0.60 · h 0.28 (high) - Image framingThree-quarter length crop from head to upper thighs with the product centered in the frame.
Colors
deep burgundy· body and sleeves#5B2C3B- Silhouette and fitLoose, boxy torso fit with dropped shoulder line and a straight hem that falls below the waist on the model.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
6 total6 reviews · out of 5
New summer colour
The item will be ideal for summer days as it is loose and an open weave.
Disappointing
The sweater was heavy & baggy, very disappointed with the fit.
Retour
On aurait dis un chandail fais en carton. Il était lourd. Je l'ai retournée.
Chandail ample
Correct
Chandail
Trop epais trop grange rugueux
Joli chandail mais rugueux
Joli chandail, jolie couleur, il fait bien mais le matériel est rugueux. J’ai commandé une deuxième couleur mais je ne les ai pas portés encore. J’ai descendu d’une grandeur, il est fait grand.