Contemporaine
3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt
This product is a women's 3/4-sleeve soft T-shirt from the Contemporaine by Simons line, designed in Canada. It is a slim-fit top with a boatneck, ¾-length sleeves, and a double-layer front for opacity, made from ultra-soft, flowy stretch jersey. The shirt features a straight, hip-length hem and is suitable for everyday wear as a basic layering piece or standalone top.
Specifications
- Material
- 92% LENZING™ ECOVERO™ viscose, 8% spandex
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
Contemporaine's 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt offers a flattering, sustainable silhouette: a boatneck and double-layer front provide opacity, smooth drape, and a statuesque shoulder line, working alone or under a blazer, while the 92% LENZING ECOVERO viscose and 8% spandex blend (EU Ecolabel-certified, biodegradable, 50% less water and emissions) wicks moisture and retains shape in temperatures up to 32°C, with deep, vibrant colors lasting through gentle washing. The tradeoff: to preserve softness and prevent pilling from straps and denim seams, cold washing and flat drying are required, and the shirt is prone to pilling under friction.
Verified claims
- Fit
- The 3/4 sleeves are fitted rather than loose, and the 8% spandex blend provides shape retention against armhole distortion and hem bagging while keeping the bicep comfortable, including in larger sizes.
- Eco-credentials
- This shirt's 92% LENZING™ ECOVERO™ viscose, 8% spandex is EU Ecolabel-certified, produced with 50% less water/emissions, and biodegradable.
- Styling
- The boatneck and double-layer front give a flattering silhouette that works worn alone or under a blazer.
- Opacity
- Front double layer eliminates sheerness for full opacity without a camisole
- Drape
- Double front layer ensures smooth, non-cling drape and a clean tuck
- Pilling risk
- Viscose jersey can pill under friction from bag straps or rough surfaces; washing inside out on a gentle cycle and avoiding abrasive contact helps keep the surface smooth.
- Color quality
- Colors appear rich and stay vibrant through many cold gentle washes (ISO 105-C06 4-5).
- Moisture wicking
- Fabric wicks moisture and stays dry in temperatures up to 32°C.
- Care
- Wash cold (30°C) and dry flat to prevent shrinkage and distortion.
- Boatneck effect
- The boatneck broadens the shoulder line for a statuesque, standalone silhouette.
- Sleeve layering
- Fitted 3/4 sleeves layer easily under an oversized blazer or cardigan on mild spring days without bunching at the shoulders or wrist.
- Double front panel
- Double-layer front prevents sheerness in whites and smooths tuck lines.
- Fabric and color
- Viscose-spandex jersey drapes fluidly without clinging, and colors appear deeply saturated.
- Value
- At $39, this sits between $29 SUPIMA and $49 Pima cotton in Contemporaine's line.
- Fabric and durability
- Double-layer front and 8% spandex provide opacity and stretch recovery, requiring gentle care to preserve softness.
- Sustainability
- The LENZING™ ECOVERO™ viscose carries the EU Ecolabel and FSC/PEFC-certified wood sourcing, and its production uses 50% less water and generates 50% fewer CO₂ emissions than generic viscose.
- Sizing
- The top has a slim fit overall and generally fits true to size, though a few buyers note the waist is fitted and one found the XS ran closer to a medium.
- Softness
- Buyers repeatedly describe the fabric as very soft, silky, and comfortable against the skin.
- Color accuracy
- Several colorways skew from the listing: the white reads as cream or off-white, and the navy reads darker than royal blue.
- Double-layer weight
- One buyer found the double-layer front added noticeable weight and length and needed to alter it.
- Design origin
- Contemporaine is a Simons-owned brand designed in Canada, which removes third-party brand markup and channels more of the $39 price into fabric and construction; one reviewer notes the garment is made in China.
Product record
- Title
- 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 39 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 9 sourcesUses
A grab-and-go tee for errands, school runs, and lounging
With soft, forgiving drape and easy care, reviewers describe this t-shirt as a reliable everyday pick for errands, school pick-ups, or lounging around the house. The double layer in front is meant to give a flattering drape and an opaque look. Note that some reviewers found the thin, clingy fabric can show undergarment lines or feel unforgiving around the tummy, so a shapewear or top layer may help, and fans of the older lighter version say the front layer adds weight and length.[1,2]
Layering piece for workwear under blazers and cardigans
According to customer reviews, this tee works as a base layer for the office: the 3/4 sleeves and boat neck are reported to slide smoothly under blazers or cardigans without bunching. Reviewers also note it adds a polished touch to workwear outfits.[2]
Desk-to-evening transitions
Per a summary of customer reviews, this tee's stretchy yet structured fit and subtle sheen make it an easy pick for going from the office to a date night or dinner out. Paired with a statement necklace and heels, reviewers found it dresses up nicely for the evening.[2]
Building a monochromatic white outfit — with a color caveat
Shoppers reaching for the 'white' variant to pair with true white pants or accessories in an all-white look should know that, per customer reviews, the shade actually reads as a warm cream. Reviewers note it won't match true white items, which frustrated those with high color standards. If a true bright white is needed to match other pieces, this color may not be the right pick.[2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt: Choose this if you want a buttery-soft, silky knit with a beautiful drape for everyday errands or lounging, or as a smooth 3/4-sleeve boat-neck layer that slides under blazers and cardigans without bunching. Its front double layer adds modesty and an opaque look, and reviews note substantial, pill-resistant fabric that holds its shape and color wash after wash. Be aware that sizing runs unpredictable (the XS can fit like a medium while some larger sizes run snug, so sizing up is a common recommendation), the thin clingy fabric can show undergarment lines and emphasize the midsection without a shapewear or top layer, and the 'white' color reads as a warm cream rather than true white.[1,2] | Solid Organic Cotton T-Shirt: Choose this if you want a buttery-soft 100% organic cotton jersey tee with a relaxed, slightly boxy cut for lounging, travel, or dressing up under a blazer or down with jeans — reviewers describe it as gentle on the skin, wrinkle-resistant, and shape-retaining after washing, and it is made in Canada. Note the relaxed fit runs large, so size down for a slimmer silhouette, the boxy cut can overwhelm smaller frames, lighter shades may be sheer enough to need an underlayer, and the white colorway reportedly has a more synthetic feel than other colors.[3,4,5,6] | Plain Fitted Crew-Neck T-Shirt: Choose this if you want a plain, close-fitting crew-neck tee in a soft, fluid jersey of 92% TENCEL™ modal and 8% spandex, with modal fibres the merchant describes as sourced from sustainable forests. It comes in six sizes (X-Small to XX-Large) and five solid colors including black, white, and burgundy, with short sleeves, a ribbed narrow neckline, and a straight hem that sits around hip level on the pictured model. Note that the page labels the fit both fitted and regular, and it shows little visible drape on the model, so it suits those who prefer a snug silhouette over a loose one.[7,8,9] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Woman wearing a dark green, smooth-knit 3/4-sleeve T-shirt with a wide shallow boat neckline, fitted through the torso with a straight hem that shows light horizontal gathering at the waist.
- NecklineWide, shallow boat neckline sitting close to the collarbone with a narrow finished edge.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.12 · w 0.56 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeve style and lengthSlim 3/4-length sleeves ending below the elbow with narrow turned hem cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.36 · w 0.28 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.34 · w 0.28 · h 0.36 (high) - Body fit and hemTorso is fitted but not tight with smooth drape and a straight hem that has slight horizontal gathering at the front waist where fabric is tucked or stretched toward the hip.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.76 · h 0.48 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, fine-knit fabric with a matte finish and very subtle horizontal texture visible at close range.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.64 · h 0.44 (high) - Visible seamsShoulder seam visible near the top of the sleeve connecting the sleeve to the body; side seams are not prominent.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.62 · h 0.10 (medium) - No visible brandingNo printed logos, labels, or text visible on the exterior of the shirt in this view.
Other
Studio product shot showing a model from roughly mid-thigh to above the head against a plain light background; even diffuse lighting with soft shadows; model right hand placed in a jean pocket and hair falling over the right shoulder.
- Shot compositionCentered crop showing model from mid-thigh upward; product is worn on a live model rather than shown flat or on a mannequin.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray to white background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model poseModel faces forward with torso slightly angled; right hand inserted into front pocket of jeans, causing slight pull and gathering of the shirt at the right hip.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.64 · w 0.28 · h 0.26 (high) - Hair and stylingLoose wavy hair draped over the right shoulder and partially covering the neckline area on that side.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.06 · w 0.30 · h 0.44 (high)
Colors
dark forest green· body and sleeves#24524C- NecklineWide, shallow boat neckline sitting close to the collarbone with a narrow finished edge.
- 02
Product
Back view of a longline 3/4-sleeve women's T-shirt in a deep green knit, shown on a model. Visible details include a shallow scoop neckline at the back, set-in sleeves ending below the elbow, straight hem with twin-needle topstitch, and smooth drape with light horizontal ease lines at the lower back.
- View and silhouetteRear view of the shirt on a model showing a relaxed, straight silhouette that extends to hip level.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.12 · w 0.80 · h 0.74 (high) - NecklineShallow scoop/back boat neckline finished with a narrow folded band that lies flat against the upper back.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.08 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeve style and lengthSet-in 3/4 sleeves that end several inches below the elbow with a simple folded hem.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.26 · w 0.22 · h 0.47 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.26 · w 0.22 · h 0.47 (high) - Hem and stitchingStraight bottom hem finished with visible twin-needle topstitching running parallel to the edge.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.72 · w 0.64 · h 0.14 (high) - Fabric drape and textureSmooth, lightweight knit with slight horizontal ease lines and gentle folds at the lower back indicating soft stretch and fluid drape.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.28 · w 0.60 · h 0.44 (high) - Side seams and shoulder seamsVisible shoulder seam lines running from the neckline to the sleeve cap and subtle side seam along the torso.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.12 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high) - Color appearanceSolid deep green color across the entire garment with consistent tone and no visible pattern or print.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.68 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing a model from the back against a plain light background. Even, soft lighting with minimal shadowing; image is vertically framed to include the model from head to hips.
- Model presenceFemale model wearing the shirt and jeans, photographed from the rear with head turned slightly to the right.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingUniform pale gray or off-white background with soft, diffuse lighting that produces minimal shadows and even color rendering.
- Visible propsBlue denim jeans worn by the model are partially visible at the lower image area and are not part of the primary product.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.78 · w 0.64 · h 0.20 (high) - Image crop and compositionImage is centered on the model's back with slight headroom; hands are visible at the lower sides and the frame includes from crown to hips.
Colors
deep forest green· body and sleeves#1A4542- View and silhouetteRear view of the shirt on a model showing a relaxed, straight silhouette that extends to hip level.
Variants
34 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3951207 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Black - X-Small | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 3951208 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Black - Small | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 3951209 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Black - Medium | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 3951210 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Black - Large | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 3951211 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Black - X-Large | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4645331 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Charcoal - X-Small | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4645332 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Charcoal - Small | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4645333 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Charcoal - Medium | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4645334 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Charcoal - Large | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4645335 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Charcoal - X-Large | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 3951217 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - White - X-Small | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 3951218 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - White - Small | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 3951219 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - White - Medium | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 3951220 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - White - Large | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 3951221 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - White - X-Large | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4668042 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Beige/greige - X-Small | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4668043 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Beige/greige - Small | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4668044 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Beige/greige - Medium | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4668045 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Beige/greige - Large | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4668046 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Beige/greige - X-Large | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4668047 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Pine/bottle Green - X-Small | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4668048 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Pine/bottle Green - Small | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4668049 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Pine/bottle Green - Medium | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4668050 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Pine/bottle Green - Large | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4668051 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Pine/bottle Green - X-Large | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4645336 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Navy/midnight Blue - X-Small | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4645337 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Navy/midnight Blue - Small | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4645338 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Navy/midnight Blue - Medium | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4645339 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Navy/midnight Blue - Large | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4645340 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Navy/midnight Blue - X-Large | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4645341 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Crimson - X-Small | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4645342 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Crimson - Small | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4645343 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Crimson - Medium | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4645344 | 3/4-Sleeve Soft T-Shirt - Crimson - Large | CA$39.00 | Yes |
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Customer Reviews
71 total71 reviews · out of 5
Beau mais pour moi, trop
Beau mais pour moi, trop ajusté
Great fitting tee shirt
This 3/4 length tee shirt fits perfectly.
Un must!
Matériel de qualité qui ne bouchonne pas. Doublure à l’avant un plus.
Très jolie et agréable à porter!
J'adore porter celui-ci, très confortable et quelle belle couleur!
Confortable, j'en achète tous les
Confortable, j'en achète tous les ans
Disappointed with the fabric
I have bought a number of t-shirts from Simons. These were not the quality I expected.
Simons is the best!!!
Products r great and delivery fast! And I love free postage Your easy return scan is the best and I love to order
T shirt doux manches
Très bien
Parfait. J’en ai aussi acheté
Parfait. J’en ai aussi acheté dans le gris et le noir. Super confortable!
Douceurs
Très confortable
L'extra-small n'en n'est pas un
Très déçue de la grandeur XS qui fait médium.
Beautiful material
This is a great top. It drapes so nicely.
Found the double layer assed
Found the double layer assed too much weight and was very long. Had to alter it
Couleur
Il n’est pas blanc mais plutôt crème pâle
T-shirt doux à manches 3/4
J’aime tellement ces chandails…j en ai de différentes couleurs, différents verts (de l an dernier), noir et marine de cette saison. Je les recommande sans hésitation…aimerait bien que la couleur rouge s ajoute l an prochain.
Très satisfaite
Tissu doux, soyeux, coupe ajustée, couleur solide. Fit parfait
Beautiful Fabric
I can hardly ever find this heavy, flowing fabric. It is incredibly comfortable and flattering.
je laime beaucoup
tres beau chandail et tres doux
Fabric feels very nice and
Fabric feels very nice and style is perfect.
Chandail manche courte
Très confortable et d'un beau style
Confortable
Ajusté et fidèle à la grandeur
Très confortable
Ce chandail est exactement ce que je cherchais. Les manches 3/4 sont parfaites pour porter en-dessous d’un chandail ou chemise.
Super doux
Je l'adore. Fait super bien!
Nice colour and material
Small was a bit snug.
Love it!
So comfortable to wear,I didn’t want to take it off. I am going to purchase another one.
Léger et confortable
Principalement le devant doublé
Fait parfaitement
Belle qualité. Exactement ce que je voulais. Je prends medium et il fait parfaitement
3/4 Tee
Lovely top with double layer of fabric in front. Boat neck and 3/4 sleeves are attractive and it hugs the body in a nice way
Too short
Nice colour but too short.
Lovely soft fabric in stylish top
I will be wearing this for casual and dress up. Rich black in this soft top that fits true to size unlike several others in my order that all fit small. Really like this top!
Chandail
Belle qualité et confortable.
Disappointing
I have bought many 3/4 sleeve white cotton Ts before from Simons. They are a wardrobe staple. However these were not white, which is how they were described, but rather a sort of cream. And the fabric was clingy and unpleasant. So disappointed.
Great top
This is made of my favourite material, very comfortable and dressy. Would buy more colours and patterns.
Chandail manches longues
Extrêmement doux et confortable Couleur rose magnifique
Nice T-shirt!
Really comfortable shirt.
Parfait
Belle qualité
belle couleur vive
effet seconde peau
Double épaisseur au devant
J’adore ces chandails : la coupe et le tissu. Toutefois, je n’apprécie pas qu’il soit maintenant double épaisseur au devant. Il n’était pas de cette façon l’an dernier.
Perfect weight of fabric -
Perfect weight of fabric - very soft
Luxueux
Luxueux
Parfait
Parfait
Moyen à correct.
Le rose est parfait. La texture du vert. . . pas tant. Je n'aime pas la couleur, mais ça a été mon choix ! Vaut mieux acheter en magasin : voir de près et toucher !
T-shirt doux manches 3/4
Très confortable et belle apparence. J’ai acheté “petit” et c’était parfait.
Bonne grandeur
Chandail confortable . Belle couleur.
good quality and price
good quality and price
Perfect T
Nice feel to fabric. Great to find a 3/4 sleeve length. Love it.
Parfait
Tissu agreable et léger
Functional and Comfy
Only worn once so far. Very comfortable. Will be very useful for layering.
Flattering shirt
Drapes nicely and it’s got two layers of fabric in the front. You can dress it up or down.
Comfortable and versatile
This 3/4 sleeve T shirt fits well and will team up with many of my outfits.
Doux et confortable
Doux et confortable avec doublure au devant, fantastique
Belle qualité
Confortable!
Fits perfectly
The fabric and colour are very nice and the fit is great. I also like the 3/4 sleeve length.
T-shirt seyant
Bonne coupe et bonne qualité du tissus, et très confortable. Malheureusement, il est fait en Chine, pays qui ne respecte pas les droits humains et pour lequel le coût du transport des biens coûte cher à la planète sur le plan environnemental.
Très bien
Très bien
T-shirt confortable
Doux et confortable. Tissu de qualité.
Versatile Top
A great tip for almost all occasions. It’s soft and very comfortable. Skims without clinging. I liked going up a size.
Couleur grise pâle Douce texture
Couleur grise pâle Douce texture
Easy to wear t shirt
This is the 2nd of this item purchased. Really like them. Fabric is soft and colour ( dark navy ) is good Ordered online. Great service
3/4 sleeve top
Nice fit, comfortable
T-shirt doux manches 3,4
Beau produit. Tissus soyeux et doux. Taille parfaite.
Confortable
Confortable
Je le trouve très bien,
Je le trouve très bien, c’est le 3 e que j’achète
Bleu
La couleur est plus marine que royale donc un peu déception pour la couleur et pour le reste ča va
Correspond à l'annonce
Confortable avec une doublure avant très appréciée.
Colour not white, more of
Colour not white, more of a cream. Very comfortable
Great Heavy fabric
This is a really nicely made garment.
love it fits nicely.
love it fits nicely.
Nice quality T-shirt
Fabric and fit were both really nice
Chandail confortable
Matériel très doux donc confortable. Un peu ajusté sur la taille.
Tissus pas blanc vraiment ,
Tissus pas blanc vraiment , à l’air jauni déjà , tissus trop extensible