Contemporaine
Funnel Neck Buttoned Sweater
This is a relaxed-fit knit sweater with a soft, stretchy brushed fabric and a horizontal grey and off-white stripe pattern. It features a funnel neck, a front button placket, dropped shoulders, long sleeves with ribbed cuffs, and a rolled hem. Sizing is offered in size 1 (small/medium) and size 2 (medium/large).
Color
Size
Specifications
- Material
- 75% acrylic, 12% polyester, 10% polyamide, 3% elastane
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The Funnel Neck Buttoned Sweater from Contemporaine combines a smooth, non-itchy acrylic-polyamide-polyester-elastane blend that resists snags, retains shape, dries quickly, and locks in vibrant stripes, while its funnel neck and button front enable belted, layered, or tonal styling for the working woman aged 45–50. Priced at $79—$6 less than comparable Bench sweaters—it offers practical value, though buyers must wash cold and flat-dry to prevent pilling, and lighter colorways like Grey and Mint require a nude camisole to avoid see-through.
Verified claims
- Smooth feel
- Smooth, non-itchy feel from acrylic; polyamide blocks snags to maintain that softness.
- Shape retention
- Elastane provides stretch recovery to keep collar, cuffs, and hem from stretching out.
- Quick-dry & wrinkle resistance
- Polyester content makes the sweater quick-drying and naturally wrinkle-resistant.
- Color retention
- Stripes stay vivid and distinct due to dye-locking acrylic.
- Shape and strength
- Elastane shapes collars and cuffs; polyamide adds strength against pulls.
- Comfort and coverage
- Smooth acrylic knit feels comfortable and is not see-through; light colors may need a camisole.
- Care
- To prevent pilling, wash cold in mesh bag, avoid softener, dry flat, store folded.
- Opacity
- Lighter colorways like Grey and Mint require a nude camisole to avoid see-through.
- Layering
- The button front and funnel neck allow wearing as a cardigan, pullover, or coat layer.
- Fit philosophy
- The relaxed fit is designed for women aged 45-50.
- Collar styling
- The funnel neck frames the face when left loose or peeking above a coat collar.
- Belted silhouette
- A belt cinches the waist for a tailored silhouette.
- Tonal set styling
- Button the sweater over a tonal knit skirt for a set illusion.
- Sheerness
- Lighter colors may reveal dark undergarments; nude camisole recommended.
- Wearability
- Button front enables belted, layered, tonal, and blazer looks.
- Fade resistance
- Acrylic blend locks in dye so grey heather stays cool-toned without fading.
- Value
- Stable $79 price, undercutting similar Bench sweaters by $6.
- Material
- 75% acrylic, 12% polyester, 10% polyamide, 3% elastane blend provides stretch recovery, wrinkle resistance, and color permanence.
- Styling versatility
- Funnel neck and button front allow belted, open, or layered styling for multiple looks.
- Target audience
- Designed for working women aged 45–50, with relaxed fits for comfort-aware wardrobes.
- Design identity
- Designed in Canada, exclusive to Simons; funnel neck can be belted for waist definition or layered under a coat.
Product record
- Title
- Funnel Neck Buttoned Sweater
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 79 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Care and maintenance for longevity
- Hanging this relaxed-fit sweater, particularly when it is even slightly damp, will pull the shoulders out of shape and leave permanent dimples at the collar — the industry-standard recommendation is to fold it neatly and store it flat in a drawer or on a shelf, which maintains the silhouette across seasons.
- The sweater must be dried flat — never hung while wet — because the water-logged weight of the synthetic knit will permanently elongate the shoulders and cuffs, and tumble-dry heat above 65°C irreversibly deforms the acrylic’s polymer structure, causing shrinkage and a hardened, brittle hand.
- Acrylic pills cannot be removed: they weld to the garment under friction and warmth — the thermoplastic polyacrylonitrile fibers fuse into hard, anchored balls that don’t shed naturally. This makes the care regimen (cold water, mesh bag, flat dry) the only reliable way to keep the sweater looking new after multiple wears.
- Fabric softener deposits a waxy film on acrylic fibers that not only dulls the knit’s color and texture but also glues loose fiber ends to the yarn, accelerating the formation of the permanent pills this blend is prone to — skipping softener entirely and using a mild liquid detergent preserves both the hand-feel and the clean look of the sweater.
- Turning the sweater inside out and sealing it in a fine-mesh laundry bag creates a physical barrier that eliminates the direct contact between the knit surface and the drum, other garments, or zippers — the three primary sources of the friction that triggers acrylic pilling. Fastening the front buttons before washing prevents the metal shanks from catching and pulling loops in the weave.
- The 3% elastane responsible for the sweater’s forgiving relaxed fit begins losing its elastic recovery at temperatures above 40°C, a threshold that tumble dryers and hot washes easily exceed — preserving that lived-in fit over time demands washing and drying exclusively at cold-to-cool temperatures and never using a hot iron on the fabric.
- The sweater’s loosely structured stretch knit is especially vulnerable to the pilling that results from mechanical friction — selecting a delicate machine cycle or hand washing in a sink of cold water dramatically reduces the agitation that breaks short fiber ends free, extending the pill-free lifespan well beyond that of a regular cycle wash.
- Acrylic fibers permanently deform above 65°C, but even repeated exposure to water above 30°C accelerates pilling and yarn softening — washing this sweater exclusively in cold water at 30°C or below preserves the knit’s integrity and prevents heat-induced shrinkage in the polyester and polyamide components.
Price comparison against similar sweaters
- The sweater retails at $79 CAD on Simons, Lyst, ModeSens, and Stylight without markdowns, signaling a steady mid-market value rather than an inflated list price meant to be discounted — this consistency gives buyers confidence that the $79 tag reflects the product’s intended design and material investment.
- Contemporaine is developed in Canada and sold exclusively through Simons, a vertical model that cuts out middlemen and often reinvests in materials and fit; this backstory gives the $79 price a degree of design intentionality that anonymous mass-market sweaters at the same cost may lack.
- Contemporaine’s own Solid Fitted Funnel Neck Cardigan uses LENZING ECOVERO Viscose, a sustainably certified fiber, yet sells for $69 CAD — $10 less than the buttoned sweater — suggesting the buttoned sweater’s premium stems from its thicker, cozier knit and button-front detailing rather than from eco-material upcharges, so the price difference maps to design complexity, not ingredient cost.
- Bench’s Audreena Funnel Sweater at full price $85 uses 100% acrylic, lacking the stretch recovery that the Contemporaine’s 3% elastane blend delivers; this functional edge makes the $79 price an access point to a better-wearing synthetic sweater, narrowing the value gap against similarly priced pure-acrylic rivals.
- Bench’s Hastom funnel neck originally listed at $85 CAD, a similar full-price tier for a cotton-acrylic buttoned style, but its steep markdown to $29.99 betrays a fast-fashion discount pattern; the Contemporaine’s stable $79 without clearancing positions it as a more curated purchase within the same original price bracket.
Fabric feel, warmth, and breathability
- Acrylic locks in dye at a molecular level, meaning the grey heather holds its cool tone through seasons of sun and laundering — it won’t turn muddy or washed-out like many cotton and wool blends do over time.
- Acrylic’s engineered smoothness eliminates the scratchy scales found on wool, so the fabric glides over bare skin with a plush, non-irritating touch — it’s a comfortable option for all-day wear, even for those with sensitivity to prickly knits.
- The 10% polyamide threads add tensile strength to resist pulls and tears, while the 3% elastane gives the relaxed fit memory — collars, cuffs, and hem stay crisp rather than stretching out, even after repeated wear and washing.
- Polyester (12%) acts as the wrinkle-resistant, moisture-shedding component: the sweater dries fast after washing and resists creasing, so it looks neat straight off the drying rack or out of a suitcase.
Styling the funnel neck and button front
- Buttoning the sweater over a knit top and a matching-weight skirt in the same tonal family tricks the eye into reading the outfit as a coordinated set, a styling shortcut fashion editors highlight as achieving an intentional look with pieces you already own.
- Adding a belt over the buttoned sweater cinches the waist and transitions the silhouette from relaxed drape to tailored shape, a lever that adapts the piece from effortless weekend wear to a structured dinner or office look.
- Leaving the sweater’s funnel neck peeking just above an outer coat’s collar transforms it from a hidden layer into an editorial accent, a subtle move that gives a polished, finished look without extra effort.
- The upright funnel neck frames the face with a tailored authority that rivals a structured blazer, allowing this knit to anchor an office outfit as effectively as a jacket while the relaxed body keeps it soft and approachable.
What the Contemporaine brand stands for
- Positioned within Simons’ house brands as the label for working women in their 30s to 50s — with the brand’s own marketing specifically citing a target age of 45-50 — Contemporaine pieces like this funnel neck sweater emphasize relaxed fits and soft, easy-care fabrics that align with a mature, comfort-aware wardrobe rather than trend-first fashion.
- As a Simons-exclusive in-house brand, Contemporaine is designed in-house and sold solely through Simons’ stores and website, meaning the sweater carries the retailer’s own curated design identity and quality standards rather than being a generic third-party piece available elsewhere — a detail that matters for buyers who value a cohesive Canadian retail experience.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front-facing buttoned sweater with wide horizontal grey and off-white stripes, funnel-style short collar, centered vertical button placket, dropped shoulders and long sleeves with ribbed cuffs; knit has a soft, slightly fuzzy texture.
- Overall silhouetteRelaxed, slightly boxy sweater shown from the front with a short funnel-style collar and a centered vertical button placket.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.10 · w 0.76 · h 0.70 (high) - Stripe patternHorizontal alternating stripes in a medium grey and an off-white/cream color running continuously across body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.76 · h 0.60 (high) - Button placketCentered vertical placket with a single column of small round buttons running from the collar down the front; placket is knit in same stripe pattern but aligned vertically by the closure.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.14 · w 0.16 · h 0.50 (high) - Buttons - textural detailSmall round white buttons visible along the placket, each button appearing to have two or four sewn holes (detail limited by distance).Partial
3 regions
x 0.48 · y 0.18 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (medium); x 0.48 · y 0.27 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (medium); x 0.48 · y 0.36 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (medium) - Collar shapeShort funnel-style collar that stands slightly away from the neck, knit in the same stripe pattern.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.08 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - Shoulder constructionDropped shoulder seams creating a relaxed sleeve fit with seam line visible across the upper arm.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.76 · h 0.20 (high) - Sleeves and cuffsLong sleeves extending past the wrist with knit ribbed cuffs that show tighter horizontal ribbing in the same colors.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.50 · w 0.36 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.50 · w 0.36 · h 0.40 (high) - Knit textureSoft, slightly fuzzy knit surface visible across the sweater, giving a brushed appearance to both stripe colors.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (high) - Lower hemHem falls at model waist with a slightly relaxed, untucked finish; hemline follows stripe pattern without a distinct banded trim.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.56 · w 0.52 · h 0.24 (high)
Other
Model seated on a white wire chair against a plain light grey background; three-quarter front photographic view with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model pose and framingSeated female model shown from upper thighs to head in a three-quarter front pose; sweater is the primary focus centered in the frame.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 0.98 (high) - Chair propWhite wire chair visible at lower left and center behind the model, partially obscured by the sweater and legs.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.62 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high) - Background and lightingSmooth light grey background with soft, diffused lighting producing gentle, low-contrast shadows on the model's left side.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution studio photograph with clear detail and natural color rendering of garment and model.
Colors
off-white· off-white stripes#C4C4BBmedium grey· grey stripes#8B8D92white· buttons- Overall silhouetteRelaxed, slightly boxy sweater shown from the front with a short funnel-style collar and a centered vertical button placket.
- 02
Product
Relaxed-fit long-sleeve knit sweater with horizontal cream and medium-gray stripes, a short button placket at a funnel-style neck, and a soft fuzzy texture.
- SilhouetteRelaxed, slightly oversized sweater with long dropped sleeves and a loose torso; hem falls below the waist on the visible side.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.88 · h 0.66 (high) - Neck and placketShort funnel-style neck with a vertical button placket at center front containing five small round buttons visible down the chest.
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.09 · w 0.26 · h 0.30 (high) - ButtonsFive small round light-colored buttons sewn on the front placket, evenly spaced.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.15 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high) - Stripe patternEven horizontal stripes alternating cream and medium gray across body and sleeves; stripe width consistent across visible areas.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.88 · h 0.66 (high) - Texture and knitSoft, slightly fuzzy knit surface with visible yarn halo giving a brushed appearance.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.28 · w 0.60 · h 0.45 (high) - Sleeve constructionDrop shoulder seam with full-length sleeves that appear slightly gathered at the wrist area where folded across the body.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.28 · w 0.54 · h 0.42 (high) - Visible stitching/edgesNeck and placket edges have a slightly denser knit finish visible along the button line and collar edge.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.09 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Model seated sideways on a white wire chair against a plain light background; soft studio lighting with subtle shadows; partial view of dark jeans and the model's head and hair turned to the side.
- Model poseSeated on a white wire chair, torso angled slightly to the right, arms crossed and resting on the chair back, head turned left and tilted downward.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Supporting propWhite metal wire chair visible under and behind the sweater, grid pattern of thin metal rods.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.62 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light gray to off-white seamless background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal hard shadows.
- Other clothing visiblePortion of dark-colored jeans visible at lower right, including a rivet and pocket area.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.72 · w 0.47 · h 0.26 (high)
Colors
cream· cream stripe#C4C3B3medium gray· gray stripe#8C8D92- SilhouetteRelaxed, slightly oversized sweater with long dropped sleeves and a loose torso; hem falls below the waist on the visible side.
- 03
Product
Rear three-quarter view of a long-sleeve, relaxed-fit striped knit sweater on a model showing back panel, dropped shoulders, long sleeves, ribbed funnel collar, and unfinished-looking hem edge.
- Back panel shapeRectangular, relaxed boxy back panel with horizontal stripes running continuously across the back.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.62 (high) - Stripe patternEven horizontal alternating stripes in a mid gray and an off-white cream across the entire visible sweater body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.62 (high) - Sleeve constructionLong, full-length sleeves with dropped shoulder seams; stripes align from body onto sleeves.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.74 (medium); x 0.60 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.68 (medium) - NecklineShort ribbed funnel or mock collar visible at the back neckline, finished in the same striped knit pattern but appearing slightly narrower.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.10 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high) - Hem edgeLower hem has a slightly rolled or raw-looking finish with the stripe pattern continuing to the edge.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.66 · w 0.68 · h 0.08 (high) - Knit textureSoft, slightly fuzzy knit texture visible across the sweater surface, indicating a brushed or lofted yarn.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.44 (high) - No back fasteners visibleNo buttons, zippers, or other fasteners are visible on the rear panel in this view.
Other
Studio-shot image showing a model wearing the sweater from a rear three-quarter angle against a plain white background with even lighting; model's lower torso and black jeans are visible.
- Viewing angleModel shown from rear three-quarter angle turned slightly left, revealing left profile of head and the full back of the sweater.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.48 · h 0.38 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.62 (high) - Background and lightingPlain neutral white background with soft even studio lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model and propsFemale model with visible hands at sides and wearing dark washed black jeans; no additional props present.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.68 · w 0.44 · h 0.30 (high) - Image cropImage is cropped to include the model from head to hips; lower legs and footwear are not visible.
Colors
mid gray· stripe (mid gray)#8D9295off-white cream· background knit (off-white cream)#CBCCCB- Back panel shapeRectangular, relaxed boxy back panel with horizontal stripes running continuously across the back.
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Customer Reviews
66 total66 reviews · out of 5
Too large
Too large
So cute!
Cute sweater, great oversized for, so comfy.
J'attends toujours mon remboursement
J'aime beaucoup ce chandail, mais j'attends encore le remboursement pour celui que j'avais acheté avant et pour lequel j'avais fait une erreur de couleur. Celui de la bonne couleur a été facturé tout de suite et livré rapidement, mais le processus semble plus lent pour le remboursement, malgré le fait que le colis ait été retourné rapidement au magasin.
Fun and comfortable
I was skeptical of the fabric but it’s quite nice. More burgundy than brown, I was hoping it would be more brown but will still keep
Très beau chandail…
J’ai dû le retourner car même si je savais que c’était grandeur unique, j’espérais qu’il me fasse, mais non trop grand…
Super
Par contre manque d’ajustement dans le bas du chandail.
Really Cheap
Poor quality material. The sweatshirt started to pill after two uses, without even being washed. For the price, it’s absolutely not worth it.
chandail boutenné
j'aime beaucoup
Chandail rayé
La boutonnière ne tient pas boutonné car les ouvertures sont trop lousse
Trop beau!
Trop beau!
Love the fit and the
Love the fit and the colour. So soft
Avait du potentiel…
Arrivé défectueux. Aussi, très joli, mais trop grand, même dans la taille plus petite (T1). Dommage.
Colour exactly as shown
Looks like it does on model! Super soft/warm but light weight. Bought large to have room to layer. Usually wear medium but purchased large. True to size
Love it !
Pretty colours. Soft knit.
Chandail col haut
Très bien… acrylique dois rester vigilante pr l’entretien
Chandail
Superbes
Tout a été parfait, comme à chaque fois
À mon avis, Simons est le meilleur, je dirais même hors catégorie, au niveau du service à la clientèle que vous offrez. C'est parfait sur toute la ligne. Merci pour ça!
Cosy and lovely colour
Nice fit and designed for both casual and going out wear. Slip on some pearls and your dinner ready or leave them off and go out for the day.
Chandail
Beau et doux ! En espérant qu'il ne fasse pas de petites boules.
Perfect fit
The colour is beautiful, the sweater is soft and comfy … what a great choice
Superbe
Il est très doux, j'ai enlevé une étoile, car il y a un peu de boulochage après l'avoir porté seulement une fois.
Bonne qualité
Belle finition et confortable
Doux et confortable!
Très beau et de bonne qualité.
Chandail du bonheur
Je l’adore. Il est réconfortant.
Comfortable & cozy.
Unique color.
Très bon achat
La couleur
Tissu soyeux et jolie coupe
Ce chandail est magnifique et très confortable, mais je devrai refaire les boutonnières car elles tiennent pas solidement. . .
Confortable
Doux et confortable. Fait bien que le col soit fermé et ouvert.
Soft and cosy
Lovely soft sweater. Pretty colours. Easy to dress up or down.
chandail col cheminée
Très joli chandail. Le tissus est des plus agréables. Très contente de mon achat.
Great casual sweater
I luv the neck on this sweater. It’s a great fit and I luv the colours
Looks pretty
Nice texture
Confortable et élégant
Confortable et élégant
Super doux et très belle
Super doux et très belle couleur
Trop génial, ce chandail!
C'est mon 'go-to' du moment! Au lever, en soirée, au cours de la journée, en voiture. . . c'est tellement confortable! Les derniers boutons sortent facilement de la boutonnière, par contre, mais ça ne gêne pas, ça arrive sous la taille.
C'est un indispensable!
Beau style! Confortable et doux.
Comfy and sweet
I love it, scared he will get fuzzzy quickly but really soft and comfortable
Jolies couleurs et confortable
Jolies couleurs et confortable
Chandail col cheminée.
Je l’ai retourné même si je le trouvais beau et aimais le tissu, sauf que les boutonnière ne tenait pas et que la laine s’affichait…
Tres joli,
Repond a mes attentes
Je l'adore
J'en voudrais encore plus! Doux, beau, élégant, les couleurs parfaites, au-delà de mes attentes.
Weird shape
This is a weirdly shaped sweater. Usually I like boxy, oversized clothes but the bottom of the sweater sticks waaay out in the back and looks really weird. Maybe it's because of the material which I also didn't like.
Taille et texture
Il est très joli, mais je le pensais plus large et un peu plus long, et sur la photo il paraissait d'une texture plus légère, plus estivale.
Doudou
Ce chandail invite aux câlins tellement il est t doux. Reste beau laver à l'eau froide et cycle doux et séché à plat. Le parfait chandail cocooning !
Cozy and Cute
Exactly as pictured. I were a medium in a fitted sweater but ordered small. It fits perfectly. Wore it on a cool night and was totally warm.
Chandail
Très beau chandail et très confortable
Très beau
Très beau cardigan mais je le croyais plus mince pour le printemps, hors il est beaucoup plus chaud que je ne le pensais.
Look actuel et confort
Look oversized (j’adore!) , j’adore la douceur de ce mélange de fibres), la couleur fait bien (probablement fait bien à tout le monde). Seul petit bémol, les boutons ont tendances à se détacher tout seul, je dois boutonner assez haut pour éviter que tout se déboutonne tout seul 😉
Soft
Great fit, I live the look
A must in any wardrobe
I have two and love them. warm but light enough to wear under coat. Smart looking. stylish. Soft.
Love this cardigan
The cardigan is really cute however I am disappointed it is already showing some piling. For the price I had hoped this wouldn’t be the case.
Doux et chaud.
Doux et chaud.
Joli pull d’hiver
Les couleurs sont très jolies et le tricot vraiment doux.
parfait
très confortable
Super
Super
Sweater is soft and cosy
Nice style, great feel to it and it looks good on. One of my favourite purchases.
cozy and warm
was looking for comfy cozy and warm. Found it
tout doux tout doux
j'adore la douceur de ce pull
Super cute
Love this sweater, cozy & cute -
Delivery is very slow this time
I've never waited as long as I have to receive something from Simon's. It's still not here. I'm concerned actually.
Chandail tout aller
Un chandail réconfortant
Softest, cutest sweater
If you need a spring pick me up, this sweater is it. The pink stripes are so fun and pretty, the fit is comfortable; not too tight or too loose. Very happy with this sweater.
Alerte aux bouloches !
Ce chandail est presque parfait ! Doux, confortable, il a tout pour plaire. Sauf que. Dès que je le porte il produit des bouloches ! Je dois le "raser" à chaque fois, ce qui demande du temps. Si vous êtes "welling", allez-y ! Sinon vous allez vous retrouver avec un beau teddy !
J’aime la couleur bleue, le
J’aime la couleur bleue, le textile, mais la finition n’est pas parfaite au bas du chandail
Super
Super
Great cardigan
Love it! I got the blue and it’s a really nice colour. Very soft. I love the collar.
Q&A
1 answered- Is the sweater see-through enough to require layering with a camisole, especially in lighter colors?
- The sweater is a cozy knit with a stretchy acrylic blend, so it is not see-through in the traditional sense, but lighter colors like Mint or Grey may show dark undergarments more than darker shades. We recommend layering with a nude or seamless camisole for peace of mind, especially in lighter colors.