Contemporaine
Organic Cotton Crocheted Sleeve T-Shirt
This Contemporaine by Simons exclusive T-shirt is crafted in Canada from 100% organic cotton jersey with a relaxed fit and crew neck. Its key feature is the crocheted lace short sleeves with scalloped edges, which contrast with the smooth, opaque body. The straight hem and lightweight knit make it suitable for everyday casual wear.
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Specifications
- Material
- 100% organic cotton
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The Organic Cotton Crocheted Sleeve T-Shirt by Contemporaine offers a relaxed fit with 3-5 inches extra chest room and a 1-2 inch shoulder drop, crafted from 100% organic cotton that shrinks evenly and softens with washing. Cold-water wash and air-dry preserve the fit, while warm washing can cause 3-5% shrinkage; the crocheted sleeves resist curling and snags are repairable with a snag needle. At full price $49 CAD, it is 15-62% cheaper than comparable organic crochet tees, and the Mossy Green colorway is discounted to $19.99 CAD, 59% off, undercutting competitors by 74-88%. The jersey-crochet texture contrast endures after washing, and the cotton retains softness for about 30 washes, though gentle machine washing with a mesh bag and line drying is recommended to protect the crochet detail.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- Relaxed fit provides 3-5 inches extra chest room and a 1-2 inch shoulder drop.
- Fit after care
- Cold-water wash and air-dry preserve relaxed fit; warm wash shrinks 3-5%.
- Care instructions
- To protect crochet, machine wash on gentle with mesh bag and line dry.
- Fabric behavior
- 100% organic cotton shrinks evenly and softens with washing.
- Crochet resilience
- Crocheted sleeves resist curling and snags are repairable.
- Fit changes
- Relaxed fit shrinks 3-5% on first wash and gradually loosens with wear.
- Softness
- Organic cotton softens with each wash, remains comfortable for 30 washes.
- Sleeve care
- Resists curling, repairable snags, and gentle washing keep sleeves like new.
- Price comparison
- Full price $49 CAD is 15-62% cheaper than comparable organic crochet tees; sale price $19.99 undercuts them by 74-88%.
- Texture contrast
- Smooth jersey and openwork crochet sleeves create a texture contrast that lasts after washing.
- Snag repair
- Crochet sleeves snag but are easily repaired with a snag needle.
- Care recommendations
- Gentle machine wash at 30°C inside a mesh bag and line dry protects the crochet detail.
- Sale price
- Mossy Green colorway is $19.99 CAD, 59% off, and the only discounted variant across channels.
- Durability
- Organic cotton jersey retains softness through 30 washes; crocheted sleeves resist curling and are repairable.
Product record
- Title
- Organic Cotton Crocheted Sleeve T-Shirt
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 49 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How the organic cotton jersey feels and ages
- Organic cotton retains the natural propensity to shrink 3–5% on its first warm wash unless the manufacturer has pre-shrunk the fabric, so cold-water washing and air drying preserve the intended relaxed silhouette while the initial shrinkage is small enough that it rarely requires sizing up.
- Unlike many chemically softened cotton tees that stiffen or pill over time, organic cotton jersey becomes noticeably softer with each wash as its inherent fibers relax and fluff — a characteristic that rewards frequent wear and gentle laundering.
- The openwork crocheted sleeves add a tactile dimension beyond the uniform softness of the jersey body, creating a subtle textural play that makes the tee feel more elevated than a standard cotton basic without sacrificing the overall lightweight hand.
- Single jersey knit has inherent widthwise stretch and drape but low recovery compared to double knits, so the tee will gradually relax and lose some shape with regular wear — a trade-off that makes the relaxed fit feel effortless but may lead to slight stretching at the hem and cuffs over the garment's life.
- Organic cotton jersey holds its soft hand significantly longer than conventional jersey because it typically forgoes silicone softening agents that wash out within 10–15 cycles — multiple brand studies show organic cotton retaining consistent softness through 30 washes while its conventional counterpart degrades early.
How the price compares to similar crocheted tees
- While the same Contemporaine tee is offered at $29.95 on Stylight in black and green (a 40% discount), the Mossy Green colorway on Simons is reduced to $19.99 — a 59% markdown — making this specific variant the strongest value currently available for the design.
- Organic cotton tees with crochet detailing from Yerse and Paneros sell for $58 USD (on sale from $93) and $129 USD respectively, so Contemporaine’s full price of $49 CAD already undercuts the category, and the $19.99 CAD sale price makes it the most accessible crochet-accented organic tee available.
- The brand’s own Crocheted Pocket Organic Cotton T-shirt is listed at $39, confirming a $10 premium for the sleeved version’s more intricate design — at $19.99 CAD, you’re paying half the pocket tee’s price for a more prominently detailed piece.
How the crocheted sleeves hold up to wear
- The crocheted sleeve hem resists the curling and rolling that often plagues plain knit cuffs, thanks to the stitch structure's inherent tension distribution — meaning the sleeve edges stay flat and neat even after line-drying.
- The entire garment is specified as 100% organic cotton, from jersey body to crocheted sleeves, so both parts shrink and stretch uniformly through washing — eliminating the seam distortion that plagues tops with mixed-fiber crochet attachments.
- Openwork crochet catches on sharp objects more readily than knit, creating occasional snags, but a snag repair needle can pull the displaced thread back into the fabric, often restoring the sleeve to a near-new appearance without sewing.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front-facing short-sleeve T-shirt on a model. Smooth knit body with distinct crocheted lace short sleeves and a crew neckline. Garment is worn untucked with a straight hem.
- View and poseFront view of the T-shirt worn by a standing model with hands in front pockets; torso and upper thighs visible.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.84 (high) - NecklineRound crew neckline finished with a narrow ribbed band in the same color as the body.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (high) - Body fabricSmooth, solid-knit fabric on the front body with a soft matte finish and no visible texture or pattern.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.56 · h 0.52 (high) - Sleeve constructionShort sleeves made from open crocheted lace with circular floral motifs and scalloped lower edges; sleeves are semi-sheer compared with the solid body.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.16 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.14 · y 0.28 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (medium) - HemStraight, single-folded hem finished with a visible line of topstitching across the front bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.62 · w 0.52 · h 0.08 (high) - Color uniformityBody and sleeves are closely matched in hue but the crocheted lace appears slightly more saturated due to openwork and shadowing.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.16 · w 0.56 · h 0.36 (high)
Other
Studio shot on a neutral light gray background showing upper body of a model. Soft, even lighting with minimal shadows; model wearing light-wash jeans which are partly visible and hands placed in front pockets.
- BackgroundEven, near-white light gray studio backdrop with no props or visible seams.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model stylingModel with long dark hair worn loose and small hoop earrings; hands placed inside front pockets of visible light-blue jeans.
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x 0.12 · y 0.04 · w 0.76 · h 0.92 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffused lighting producing gentle, low-contrast shadows primarily under the chin and at the arm gaps.
Colors
rust orange· body#CE4221deep burnt orange· crocheted sleeves#BD2D12- View and poseFront view of the T-shirt worn by a standing model with hands in front pockets; torso and upper thighs visible.
- 02
Product
Close-up view of the right shoulder and upper torso of a short-sleeve T-shirt with a circular crocheted lace sleeve and a smooth knit body in a warm orange-red color.
- Sleeve crochet detailShort sleeve made entirely from circular, open crochet motifs with concentric rings and small looped stitches; sleeve hem is scalloped following the motif edges.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.17 · w 0.43 · h 0.46 (high) - Body fabricSmooth, plain knit fabric forming the T-shirt body and shoulder yoke; appears lightweight with a matte finish and no visible texture or pattern.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.37 · w 0.40 · h 0.57 (high) - Sleeve-to-body seamSeam connecting the crocheted sleeve to the smooth shoulder yoke is visible where the crochet meets the knit fabric at the shoulder.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (medium) - NecklineCrew neckline visible at the top of the shoulder area; formed from the same smooth knit as the body.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (medium) - Surface finish contrastCrocheted sleeve has an open, textured appearance creating visible negative space against the model's skin, while body fabric is opaque and solid.
Other
Studio portrait crop showing model from the right side against a plain light background; soft even lighting with minimal shadows; hair partially covers the shoulder and sleeve.
- Shot compositionTight three-quarter profile crop of the model showing right shoulder, upper torso, and part of the face turned toward the camera.
- BackgroundUniform light neutral background with no visible props or patterns.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model hair overlapDark wavy hair falls over and behind the shoulder, partially overlaying the sleeve area on the outer side.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.02 · w 0.45 · h 0.68 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse lighting produces gentle shading on the model's face and minimal shadowing on the shirt surface.
Colors
warm orange-red· body#BB331Cwarm orange-red (crochet)· crocheted sleeve#C43B1C- Sleeve crochet detailShort sleeve made entirely from circular, open crochet motifs with concentric rings and small looped stitches; sleeve hem is scalloped following the motif edges.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve T-shirt with solid knit body and crocheted short sleeves in the same color. Visible round neckline, straight hem with single-row topstitch, and open circular crochet motifs on sleeves.
- Back body panelFlat knit back panel with smooth solid fabric and matte finish, falling loosely to a straight hem with a single visible topstitch line.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.58 (high) - NecklineShallow round neckline with a narrow folded binding visible at the back neck.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - Right crocheted sleeveShort sleeve constructed from open crochet with repeating circular floral-like motifs and scalloped lower edge, semi-sheer where skin shows through holes.
1 region
x 0.75 · y 0.22 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high) - Left crocheted sleeveShort crochet sleeve matching the right sleeve with the same circular motif pattern and scalloped hem, extending to just above the elbow.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.22 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high) - Side drape and fitBack shows a relaxed, slightly boxy fit with minor diagonal fold at the right hip where fabric drapes over the model's body.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.56 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high) - Hem stitchingVisible single-row stitched hem along the bottom edge of the shirt.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.72 · w 0.64 · h 0.07 (medium)
Other
Studio rear three-quarter shot on a plain light background showing a model wearing the T-shirt; soft, even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from the rear with head turned slightly left, hands resting near hips; hair falls down the back right shoulder.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.00 · w 0.80 · h 0.72 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light gray to white background with soft diffuse studio lighting and minimal shadowing around the model.
- Visible prop clothingLight blue denim jeans visible from the waist down; not part of the product.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.72 · w 0.56 · h 0.26 (high) - Image crop and framingTight studio crop showing full back of the T-shirt and the model down to the upper thighs; even spacing around the subject.
Colors
burnt orange· body#C5391Cburnt orange· crocheted sleeves- Back body panelFlat knit back panel with smooth solid fabric and matte finish, falling loosely to a straight hem with a single visible topstitch line.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
11 total11 reviews · out of 5
élégant
un passe-partout
T-shirt manches crochet
Parfait !
Crochet sleeves
Not good cut, nice fabric
T-shirt manches crochet coton bio. . .
J'ai beaucoup aimé ce t-shirt. . . La manche est vraiment belle, ce tricot rend la blouse très chic. . . Aussi, la couleur me plaît. .
J'adore
Très beau T-shirt, confortable et chic
Elevated tshirt
The crochet lace sleeves give this basic cotton tee an elevated look with pants, capris and skirts. I bought both the ivory and green colours. I found them true to size (5 ‘4” and 160 lbs - large is slightly loose, which I prefer).
Beautiful!
Attractive and comfortable
Great crochet
I did return this top but it was lovely but too big and didn’t work with what I had planned to wear it with. I will keep looking for a top with crochet
Beautiful top for summer
It fits a tiny bit snug, but it’s nice and soft. Will be great for those warm summer days. It washes well considering the sleeves are crocheted.
Disappointed
This T-shirt is an odd colour. The fabric of the body is nice, but the sleeves are very scratchy. I returned it.
Cotton crocheted T-shirt
Beautiful sweater and perfect fir many occasions.
Q&A
2 answered- How does the 'relaxed fit' sizing compare to standard US sizes—should I size down for a more fitted look?
- This tee has a relaxed fit, which provides extra room through the shoulders and chest compared to a standard US size—typically 3–5 inches of additional chest room and a shoulder drop of 1–2 inches [1][2]. If you prefer a more fitted look, sizing down is an option, but the relaxed silhouette is intentionally comfortable and not tight.
- What are the care instructions for the crocheted sleeves? Can they be machine washed?
- We don't have official care instructions for this exact tee, but similar organic cotton tops with crochet details recommend machine washing on a gentle cycle at 30°C and line drying to protect the crochet [1]. We suggest turning the shirt inside out and using a mesh bag for extra protection.