Contemporaine
Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater
The Contemporaine by Simons Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater is a long-sleeve relaxed-fit knit sweater made from 100% extra-fine Baruffa merino wool thread spun in Italy, with a folded turtleneck, raglan-style shoulder seams, ribbed edging, and a straight hem in brown heather. It is designed as a warm knit layer for cold-weather wear. It has a 4.44/5 rating from 32 reviews.
- Material
- 100% merino wool; Baruffa extra-fine merino wool thread spun in Italy
- Gender
- female
- Style
- classic, minimal, elevated-basics, relaxed-fit, smart-casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Specifications
Luxurious 100% extra-fine merino wool turtleneck sweater with a relaxed fit, designed in Canada.
Relaxed fit, turtleneck, ribbed edging, 100% extra-fine Baruffa merino wool spun in Italy.
- Material
- 100% merino wool; Baruffa extra-fine merino wool thread spun in Italy
- Style
- classic, minimal, elevated-basics, relaxed-fit, smart-casual
- Occasion
- everyday, casual, work, weekend, business-casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- 100% merino wool knit
- Baruffa extra-fine merino wool thread spun in Italy
- yarn known for softness and strength
- relaxed fit
- turtleneck
- ribbed edging
- designed in Canada
- exclusive Contemporaine by Simons design
- luxurious extra-fine merino wool feel
- Italian-spun yarn
Product Insights
100% responsible merino wool Baruffa extra-fine merino thread spun in Italy Relaxed cut; most take their usual size, some size down Soft for many, itchy for some against bare skin Hand wash only in cold water; do not machine wash Strong value for extra-fine Italian-spun merino at 89 CAD
Verified claims
- material
- 100% responsible merino wool
- material
- Baruffa extra-fine merino thread spun in Italy
- fit
- Relaxed cut; most take their usual size, some size down
- fit
- Larger-busted wearers may see bunching at the neckline
- fit
- Adequate length for tall wearers, per one 5-foot-9 reviewer
- comfort
- Soft for many, itchy for some against bare skin
- comfort
- Neck is the most likely irritation spot
- performance
- Warm without bulk; helps regulate temperature
- performance
- Naturally odour-resistant; airing between wears often suffices
- care
- Hand wash only in cold water; do not machine wash
- care
- Do not soak or wring; reshape and dry flat; cool iron if needed
- durability
- Substantial wool weight and quality expected to last
- construction
- Raglan-style seams, ribbed edging and a folded turtleneck
- styling
- Jewel tones read true and vibrant
- variant
- Taupe and Red have full XS-XL runs; Mossy Green lacks XS, Navy lacks XL
- styling
- Easy to dress up or down for office and smart-casual
- styling
- Layers under coats, blazers and button-downs
- styling
- Relaxed turtleneck pairs well with slim bottoms or a midi skirt
- value
- Strong value for extra-fine Italian-spun merino at 89 CAD
- tradeoff
- Main tradeoffs are hand-wash care and possible neck itch
- comparison
- Gentler than ordinary wool, but more care than synthetics
Product record
- Title
- Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 89 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 4.44 stars, 32 reviews
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 7 sourcesUses
A slim base layer for blazers and winter coats
Customers describe this merino turtleneck as a go-to winter layer under a blazer or coat, noting it is thin enough to wear without bulk. Reviewers also mention it still feels warm enough to wear on its own in cold weather.[1]
Warm on its own for cool days and changeable weather
Customer reviews describe this merino turtleneck as warm enough to wear on its own without bulk, and merino wool is known for handling shifting temperatures and reducing that sweaty, sticky feeling. Keep in mind that wearers with sensitive skin report the wool can feel prickly against bare skin, especially at the neck, and several reviewers add a base layer underneath. Comfort varies by wearer, though many describe the wool as soft and cozy.[1,2]
Office and smart-casual layering
A merino wool turtleneck with a refined cut that reviewers say works for dressing up or down, making it a fit for office days and smart-casual occasions. Sizing runs true to size for most, though the cut is oversized and some reviewers size down. Reviewers with larger-busted or curvy figures report the fabric can bunch at the neckline; sizing up may help but can leave the body too loose.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater: Choose this if you want a relaxed-fit turtleneck in 100% merino wool—spun from Baruffa extra-fine Italian yarn—that reviewers find thin enough to layer under a blazer or coat without bulk yet warm enough on its own. Its refined, true-to-size cut suits office or smart-casual wear, with rich jewel-tone colors like green, orange, and red reported to read true and vibrant. Note that the pure merino can feel prickly against bare skin, especially at the neck, so sensitive-skinned wearers often add a base layer, and larger-busted wearers report the cut can bunch at the neckline.[1] | Solid Turtleneck Tunic Sweater: Choose this if you want a long, loose A-line tunic sweater in a soft stretch knit made with 50% LENZING ECOVERO viscose, 28% polyester, and 22% nylon. It features a tall fold-over ribbed turtleneck, dropped shoulders, ribbed lower sleeves and cuffs, and side slits with a longer back hem that falls to about mid-thigh on the model shown. It comes in Black, Oxford, Off White, Chocolate/Espresso, and Eggplant/Plum, offered in XS-SMALL, MED-LARGE, and XL-XXL size groupings.[3,4,5,6] | Buttoned-Sleeve Turtleneck Sweater: Choose this if you want a slim, fitted turtleneck in a soft, lightweight fine-gauge knit that layers smoothly under blazers and jackets without bulk, with ribbed cuffs finished by discreet gold-toned buttons that reviewers say add desk-to-dinner polish. It comes in a wide range of rich neutrals and vibrant hues, resists pilling, and holds its shape after many washes per reviewers. Note that while most find it true to size, a small subset report it runs very small or too baggy—especially around the neck—and its close-fitting folded collar may not suit anyone who dislikes pressure on their neck, so it's not the pick for an oversized, slouchy silhouette.[7] |
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Flat-lay front view of a long-sleeve turtleneck sweater in a brown heathered knit; straight hem and simple finished cuffs, raglan-style shoulder seams visible.
- Overall shapeFlat-lay front view showing a long-sleeve sweater with a fitted torso, long narrow sleeves, and a short turtleneck collar.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.88 · h 0.76 (high) - Neck styleShort folded turtleneck collar with visible inward fold and ribbed knit texture at the inside of the neck.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.12 · w 0.21 · h 0.11 (high) - Sleeve constructionLong straight sleeves that taper slightly toward the cuffs; sleeve seam lines run from neck toward underarm area consistent with raglan-style join.
2 regions
x 0.07 · y 0.20 · w 0.24 · h 0.63 (high); x 0.69 · y 0.20 · w 0.26 · h 0.63 (high) - Hem and cuffsStraight finished hem at bottom and simple turned cuffs with no visible ribbing or decorative trim.
3 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.76 · w 0.48 · h 0.07 (high); x 0.07 · y 0.76 · w 0.18 · h 0.07 (high); x 0.75 · y 0.76 · w 0.18 · h 0.07 (high) - Knit textureFine, even heathered knit texture visible across the body and sleeves, producing a subtly mottled appearance.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.26 · w 0.60 · h 0.48 (high) - Shoulder seam detailVisible seam line curving from the base of the neck toward the sleeve indicating a raglan-style seam.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.16 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high) - Branding and labelsNo visible brand logos, tags, or printed text on the exterior of the sweater in this view.
Other
Product photographed flat on a plain light gray background with soft even lighting and minimal shadowing; centered composition and no props.
- Background and stagingLight neutral gray background that provides even contrast with the sweater; garment centered in frame with equal margins.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse lighting with faint shadowing beneath the sweater indicating slight elevation from the background.
- Image crop and qualityEntire sweater is visible within the frame with no cropping; image is high resolution and sharp.
Colors
brown heather· main body and sleeves- Overall shapeFlat-lay front view showing a long-sleeve sweater with a fitted torso, long narrow sleeves, and a short turtleneck collar.
Variants
18 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4411339 | Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater - Taupe - X-Small | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4411340 | Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater - Taupe - Small | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4411341 | Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater - Taupe - Medium | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4411342 | Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater - Taupe - Large | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4411343 | Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater - Taupe - X-Large | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4682017 | Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater - Mossy Green - Small | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4682018 | Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater - Mossy Green - Medium | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4682019 | Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater - Mossy Green - Large | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4682020 | Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater - Mossy Green - X-Large | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4411344 | Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater - Navy/midnight Blue - X-Small | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4411345 | Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater - Navy/midnight Blue - Small | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4411346 | Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater - Navy/midnight Blue - Medium | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4411347 | Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater - Navy/midnight Blue - Large | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4682021 | Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater - Red - X-Small | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4682022 | Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater - Red - Small | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4682023 | Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater - Red - Medium | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4682024 | Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater - Red - Large | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4682025 | Pure Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater - Red - X-Large | CA$89.00 | Yes |
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Customer Reviews
32 total32 reviews · out of 5
Laine fine, très beau tricot
Laine fine, très beau tricot assez ajusté, trop pour moi car le chandail bloque sur ma forte poitrine et cela fait sur moi un gros pli en bas du cou, entre les épaules.
Really like this sweater
perfect fit for me - extra large. So cozy and warm; very good quality. considering buying another!
Lovely feel
Very cozy and warm, and great fit.
Belle couleur (vert), juste assez
Belle couleur (vert), juste assez d'ampleur, 100% laine douce : tout pour me plaire.
pourquoi m'envoyez-vous des courriels en anglais?
prenez note de m'écrire toujours en français. Merci!
Belle qualité
Belle couleur, j'ai acheté le vert et le rouge. Belle coupe, il est un peu plus épais que les autres des années antérieures. Il fait bien sans être trop près du corps et sans être trop grand
Chandail col roule
Très bien
chandail
confortable couleur éclatante
Lovely pure wools turtleneck suitable for layering or on its own
Nice camel color. Just long enough in the arms and torso for a tall woman 5'9". Thin enough for layering or worn on its own, casual or dressed up.
Beautiful nice Sweater
Perfect fitting. Warm and comfortable to wear.
Perfect!
This is the perfect 100% wool sweater: a classic look that never goes out of style. It's warm without being bulky - love it! Since the cut was listed as oversized, I sized down for a more refined look and the fit is exactly what I was hoping for.
Beautiful colour (orange) and fits
Beautiful colour (orange) and fits perfectly.
Très confortable
Couleur magnifique, tissu tout aussi agréable que chaud, il respecte bien le guide des tailles. À recommander à votre garde-robe.
Comme sur la photo !
Comme sur la photo !
Confort
Chandail magnifique tout doux et chaud parfait pour la belle saison!
belle qualité
belle qualité
Très beau
Malheureusement il pique
Size and texture
The colour was a perfect match for other colours in my wardrobe, but I found the texture caused an itchy feeling against my neck.
Impossible de le porter
La laine me piquait trop
Wool turtleneck
I bought the sweater a larger size than I normally wear on the advise of a previous review. I am a little disappointed as I expected it to be softer and I find it itchy.
Chandail col roulé
Beau chandail, Fait bien mais la laine est piquante, je dois porter un tshirt en dessous De plus, il est juste , si j’achète une autre couleur, je prendrai large
Too scratchy
Too scratchy
Très doux enveloppant et très
Très doux enveloppant et très belle couleur orangé
Pppppp
Pppppp
Lovely sweater
Lovely sweater with very fast shipping.
Pure responsible wool turtleneck sweater
The fabric is nice and soft. I purchased an XS as I am 101 lbs and it is not too tight nor loose. It fits just right.
Très beau gilet
J'aime beaucoup très doux et couleur superbe.
Col roulé orange
Chandail parfait: longueur parfaite (pas trop long, pas trop court), belle qualité, belle couleur!
Très confortable
Parfait
Very good quality
Lovely wool weight, should last a long time.
C’est parfait.
La coupe est parfaite.
Doux chandail de laine
Tres beau chandail de laine fin tricot et doux J'en suis tres satisfaite.