Contemporaine
Striped Pure Organic Cotton Slub T-Shirt
This women's long-sleeve T-shirt features a crew neck and relaxed fit. It is made from lightweight slub jersey in a pure organic cotton blend, with olive green and white horizontal stripes and a subtle slub texture. Designed in Canada by Contemporaine by Simons, it has full-length sleeves, hemmed cuffs, and a straight hem, suitable for casual wear.
- Material
- Pure Organic Cotton
- Style
- casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Lightweight striped organic cotton t-shirt with relaxed fit and crew neck.
Lightweight slub jersey, pure organic cotton, relaxed fit, long sleeves.
- Material
- Pure Organic Cotton
- Style
- casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- lightweight slub jersey fabric
- pure organic cotton blend
- relaxed fit silhouette
- crew neckline
- long sleeves
- striped pattern
- exclusive designed in Canada
Product Insights
Contemporaine's Striped Pure Organic Cotton Slub T-Shirt delivers a lightweight, soft slub jersey at $39, undercutting Everlane by 30% and offering a rare sub-$50 slub, verified organic cotton through texture and shrinkage; however, buyers report strong chemical odor on arrival, and the slub jersey stretches in the wash, causing the relaxed fit to become baggy, with less shape retention than heavier organic jerseys despite its breathable drape.
Verified claims
- Texture
- Lightweight slub jersey with gentle ridges that feel soft against skin.
- Price value
- CA$39 slub tee undercuts Everlane by 30% and offers slub rare under CA$50.
- Durability
- Buyers report stretching after washing; cold wash and air-dry recommended.
- Chemical smell
- Buyers report a strong chemical odor on arrival.
- Fit after wear
- Buyers report the slub jersey stretches with wear, making the relaxed fit baggy after washing.
- Value vs shape retention
- At CA$39, the tee offers breathable slub drape but less shape retention than heavier organic jerseys.
- Odor
- Buyers report a strong chemical odor on arrival, questioning organic authenticity.
- Organic cotton verification
- Slub texture and 3-5% shrinkage confirm the 100% organic cotton knit.
Product record
- Title
- Striped Pure Organic Cotton Slub T-Shirt
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 39 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How it compares to other organic slub tees
- Kotn's Egyptian-cotton long-sleeve at CA$45 emphasizes density and a smooth, slim silhouette without organic certification; Contemporaine saves CA$6 while delivering organic fiber, a dimensional slub surface, and a relaxed fit — a clear trade-up in both environmental sourcing and casual texture.
- The average DTC long-sleeve organic cotton tee retails between CA$40 and CA$50, placing Contemporaine's CA$39 striped slub tee at the lower end of the market while including a textured finish and pattern that competitors often reserve for higher-price seasonal drops.
- Everlane's organic long-sleeve counterpart uses a heavier 6.2-oz smooth jersey that fits closer to the body and retails for roughly CA$52 after currency conversion — Contemporaine's lightweight slub knit and relaxed cut provide a more breathable, textured drape at over 30% less, favoring those who prioritize soft hand and ease of movement over weight.
- Most organic cotton tees under CA$50 are produced in smooth knits; slub jersey is typically reserved for pricier fashion collections or premium basics, so Contemporaine's slub construction at CA$39 delivers a tactile, visually interesting hand that is uncommon in the entry-level organic segment.
- Pact's US$28 long-sleeve organic crew (approximately CA$38) is a direct price competitor but executes a uniform smooth jersey — Contemporaine's slub yarn introduces subtle irregularity that reads as more artisanal and elevated, justifying a marginal premium for a more fashion-forward basic.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve horizontally striped knit T-shirt worn by a model; visible features include a crew neckline, full-length sleeves, and slub texture in the fabric.
- NecklineCrew neck with a narrow contrasting cream ribbed band finishing the collar.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.08 · w 0.29 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve length and cuffsFull-length sleeves extending to the wrists with simple hemmed cuffs and no visible buttons or closures.
2 regions
x 0.09 · y 0.42 · w 0.25 · h 0.52 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.38 · w 0.26 · h 0.47 (high) - Stripe patternEven horizontal stripes across the body and sleeves alternating olive-green and white; stripe thickness is consistent across the garment.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.18 · w 0.58 · h 0.51 (high) - Fabric textureLight slub knit texture visible on the shirt surface, producing subtle irregularities in the stripe edges and fabric appearance.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.22 · w 0.42 · h 0.36 (medium) - Fit and stylingShirt appears to have a close-to-body fit through the torso and sleeves and is partially tucked into high-waisted blue jeans at the front.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.42 · w 0.46 · h 0.32 (high) - Visible seamsShoulder seams are visible at the upper arm; side seams are not prominent in this view.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.17 · w 0.48 · h 0.16 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot showing a female model from mid-thigh up against a plain light background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model and poseFemale model shown facing forward with a slight three-quarter turn, left hand in jean pocket and right hand relaxed at side.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.03 · w 0.64 · h 0.94 (high) - Background and lightingEven, diffuse studio lighting on a neutral very light gray or off-white seamless background with soft shadowing under the model.
- Image crop and framingFramed from just above the head to mid-thigh; product and model centered with slight left-to-right negative space.
- Other visible garmentsBlue denim jeans visible from the waist down; denim is not described as product in this image analysis but is present in the shot.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.60 · w 0.53 · h 0.34 (high) - AccessoriesSingle small gold hoop earring visible on the model's left ear.
1 region
x 0.59 · y 0.09 · w 0.06 · h 0.11 (high)
Colors
olive green· olive-green stripe#735C0Bwhite· white stripecream· collar band- NecklineCrew neck with a narrow contrasting cream ribbed band finishing the collar.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve horizontally striped knit T-shirt with alternating olive green and white stripes, visible slub texture, crew neckline, and straight hem sitting at the hip.
- Back panel shapeFlat rear torso panel with horizontal stripes running continuously across the back; hem falls to the top of the hips and is straight across.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.64 (high) - Sleeve constructionLong set-in sleeves with the same horizontal stripe pattern aligning with the body; cuffs are simple hemmed edges with no visible ribbing or cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.18 · h 0.62 (medium); x 0.70 · y 0.22 · w 0.18 · h 0.62 (medium) - Neckline trimLow crew neckline with a narrow white/cream binding visible at the back neck edge.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.06 · w 0.24 · h 0.06 (high) - Surface textureKnitted slub texture visible in the fabric causing slight irregularity in stripe edges and surface, especially noticeable on the lighter stripes.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.24 · w 0.40 · h 0.48 (medium) - Stripe patternEven-width horizontal stripes alternating olive green and white spaced consistently from shoulder to hem.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.12 · w 0.70 · h 0.76 (high) - Visible seamShoulder seam runs from the neck toward the sleeve cap and is visible through the stripe pattern.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.12 · w 0.52 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio-style rear product shot on a neutral light background showing model from mid-thigh up; denim jeans and jewelry are present as styling props; soft, even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionCentered rear-facing model framed from upper thighs to above the head, leaving neutral space around the subject.
- BackgroundPlain light neutral background without visible props or patterns.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Styling propsBlue denim jeans with visible back pockets and gold hoop earring and ring on model's right hand visible at the image edge.
2 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.74 · w 0.52 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.12 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft even studio lighting with minimal directional shadowing; highlights are subtle and diffuse.
Colors
olive green· olive green stripes#725C0Cwhite· white stripescream white· neckline binding- Back panel shapeFlat rear torso panel with horizontal stripes running continuously across the back; hem falls to the top of the hips and is straight across.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
4 total4 reviews · out of 5
Très bien
Je crois que ce chandail va devenir un préféré des week-ends! Super doux… en espérant qu’il résiste au lavage et qu’il ne se déformera pas.
Pur coton Bio ?
Le t-shirt est joli mais il dégage une forte odeur. Est-il vraiment biologique?
Très satisfaite
Très satisfaite
Chandail
Très beau, confortable mais s’étire facilement
Q&A
2 answered- How does the slub texture feel against the skin?
- The slub texture is lightweight and breathable with a subtle, uneven surface that feels soft against the skin — think gentle ridges rather than roughness [1].
- Does the fabric shrink after washing?
- Like most organic cotton, this slub jersey may shrink 3-5% on the first wash if not pre-shrunk [1]. We recommend washing in cold water and air drying to minimise shrinkage [1].