Contemporaine
Solid Organic Cotton T-Shirt
This Solid Organic Cotton T-Shirt by Contemporaine is a women's crew-neck top made from 100% organic cotton jersey with a relaxed fit and short sleeves. It is suitable for everyday casual wear and is available in sizes XS through XXL. The t-shirt is machine washable and meets the Vision program's criteria for organic cotton, water conservation, and reduced emissions.
Color
Size
Specifications
- Material
- 100% organic cotton
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The Contemporaine Solid Organic Cotton T-Shirt at $29 CAD undercuts Pact by 40% and Everlane by 45%, offering a fabric that stretches 30-40% and recovers shape, with neckline and hem that resist bagging, though many regular medium buyers size down for a closer fit and the tee shrinks 3-5% with high-heat drying, requiring flat drying to preserve the relaxed fit; its organic cotton colors are more muted than online images but are processed without azo dyes, formaldehyde, or heavy metals, and pilling resistance matches conventional cotton tees.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- Many regular medium buyers size down to small for a closer fit.
- Wash care
- High heat shrinks the tee 3-5%; laying flat preserves the relaxed fit.
- Stretch
- Fabric stretches 30-40% and recovers shape; many buyers size down for a closer fit.
- Durability and care
- Pill resistance matches conventional cotton; dry flat to avoid 3-5% shrinkage.
- Price value
- At $29 CAD, this organic cotton tee undercuts Pact by 40% and Everlane by 45%.
- Shrinkage
- Buyers report the tee can shrink 3–5% with high-heat drying.
- Dimensional stability
- Length stays stable; width may relax after washing.
- Shape retention
- Neckline and hem resist bagging out after repeated wears and washes.
- Pilling
- Pilling resistance matches standard cotton tees.
- Wash stability
- After washing, the tee stays the same length but may become wider.
- Color accuracy
- Organic cotton colors appear more muted and heathered than online images.
- Dye safety
- 100% organic cotton processed without azo dyes, formaldehyde, or heavy metals.
Product record
- Title
- Solid Organic Cotton T-Shirt
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 29 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 4.6 stars, 43 reviews, scale 5
Deep Research
Wash durability and long-term wear
- Extension and recovery testing in the same evaluation showed that organic cotton samples were more elastic than conventional cotton, giving this tee better rebound from the daily stretch of putting it on and off. Over time, that helps preserve the relaxed shape rather than letting the neckline or hem bag out permanently.
- The same study revealed that organic cotton jersey is more dimensionally stable along the length but tends to elongate in the width after laundering, while conventional cotton shrinks more uniformly. On this tee’s relaxed fit, that means the body length holds up well wash after wash, while any slight crosswise relaxation only reinforces the intended slouchy silhouette instead of distorting it.
- A 2018 comparative study of single jersey T-shirts found no significant difference in pilling resistance between organic and conventional cotton up to 2,000 abrasion cycles, so this tee will pill at a rate familiar from standard cotton tees — not worse. An equivalent-weight 100% cotton jersey typically earns Martindale pilling grades of 2.5–3.0, meaning some surface fuzzing and pill formation is normal over repeated wears and washes.
Price and value compared to similar tees
- Pact's organic tee, cited as the affordability pick at $34 USD in the same roundups, sets a perceived budget floor around $46 CAD; Contemporaine at $29 CAD slides in well beneath it — a nearly 40% savings for a very similar relaxed-fit organic jersey.
- Simons' free shipping on orders above $75 CAD ($50 for members) means buying two tees at full price hits the threshold and avoids a $10 delivery fee, so a two-pack effectively costs $58 CAD versus $70+ USD for a pair of many DTC organic shirts plus shipping.
- At $38 USD, Everlane's organic crewneck is the most cross-referenced standard in ethical basics roundups, so Contemporaine's $29 CAD (roughly $21 USD) translates to less than 60% of that reference price while matching the 100% organic cotton jersey construction.
- Because Contemporaine is an in-house Simons brand — 'designed in Canada' — it avoids the retailer markups of third-party labels, which is the structural reason this tee can underprice a $35–$38 USD Everlane while still carrying the Vision sustainability program seal.
- Within The Good Trade's 2026 roundup, tested organic tees from brands like Jungmaven, Industry of All Nations, and Buck Mason clustered between $45 and $68 USD, making Contemporaine's sub-$25 USD equivalent a rare entry that lands below even the budget-designated option.
- Quince pushes organic cotton pricing to $16 USD via a factory-direct model, but that tee uses a boxy cropped cut and ships from the US; Contemporaine's $21 USD-equivalent is only marginally higher yet trades it for a classic crew, local availability at Simons, and Canadian returns.
How organic cotton jersey feels and breathes
- The single jersey knit construction gives the tee a smooth face and a natural horizontal stretch of 30–40%, allowing the relaxed fit to move with the body without relying on synthetic elastane — this keeps the fabric fully biodegradable and comfortable through a wide range of everyday motion.
- Because organic cotton is cultivated without synthetic pesticides and processed without harsh chemicals, the resulting jersey fibers are longer, smoother, and notably softer against the skin, making the tee feel more like a lived-in favorite from the first wear — especially important for those with sensitive skin or a low tolerance for scratchy seams.
- The absence of formaldehyde, heavy metals, and azo dyes in organic cotton processing means this tee is inherently hypoallergenic, reducing the risk of contact dermatitis or irritation — a real benefit if your skin reacts to standard fashion garments.
- Organic cotton's naturally hollow fibers and the jersey's open knit yield a fabric with a higher moisture vapor transmission rate than conventional cotton and many synthetics, so the tee wicks sweat and releases it quickly — a key advantage for staying dry and cool in humid summer conditions.
Image Analysis
5 images- 01
Product
Front view of a short-sleeve crew neck T-shirt in a solid brown color worn by a model; sleeves are rolled once and the hem is partially tucked into a patterned skirt.
- SilhouetteRelaxed-fit short-sleeve T-shirt with a straight torso and a crew neckline visible from the front.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.66 · h 0.55 (medium) - NecklineRound crew neck with a narrow finished band lying flat against the collarbone.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.14 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve treatmentShort sleeves rolled once to form a visible cuff on both arms, showing a tidy single roll.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (medium); x 0.58 · y 0.28 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (medium) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte knit surface consistent with cotton jersey; fabric falls softly with minimal sheen.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.50 · h 0.40 (medium) - Hem and stylingBottom hem is tucked into the waistband of a skirt on the front center while sides hang slightly, producing gentle folds at the waist.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.60 · w 0.46 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Lifestyle beach shot showing a standing model wearing the T-shirt; soft natural lighting, sandy beach and ocean background, additional visible accessories and clothing not part of the product.
- Model and poseSmiling female model shown from head to mid-thigh, turned slightly to the viewer's right with hands at her sides.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.02 · w 0.80 · h 0.96 (low) - BackgroundSandy beach with visible shoreline and ocean waves in the midground and a distant treeline at the left horizon.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.40 · w 1.00 · h 0.60 (high) - Visible accessoriesLarge dangling earrings, a woven belt at the waist, and stacked bracelets on the right wrist are visible and worn with the outfit.
3 regions
x 0.48 · y 0.08 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.64 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (medium) - Other clothing visiblePatterned lightweight skirt with multicolor floral and palm motifs is visible below the T-shirt hem.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.70 · w 0.68 · h 0.28 (high) - Lighting and color toneWarm natural light with soft shadows indicating outdoor sunset or sunrise lighting; overall image tone is warm.
- Image cropRight edge of another person cropped into the lower right corner; the image frames the model off-center toward the left.
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.72 · w 0.22 · h 0.28 (high)
Colors
rust brown· main body#6B3C2A- SilhouetteRelaxed-fit short-sleeve T-shirt with a straight torso and a crew neckline visible from the front.
- 02
Product
Casual short-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt in a solid warm brown, shown on a model with the hem partially tucked. Sleeves are rolled once and the fabric appears matte and medium-weight.
- SilhouetteShort-sleeve, crew-neck T-shirt with a relaxed, slightly boxy torso; hemline is partially tucked into the model's skirt at the front.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.14 · w 0.62 · h 0.48 (high) - NecklineStandard crew neckline with a narrow ribbed band lying flat against the neck.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.08 · w 0.44 · h 0.14 (high) - Sleeve treatmentShort sleeves rolled once creating a visible cuff on both sleeves.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.26 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.24 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high) - Fabric appearanceUniform, matte knit fabric with no visible texture pattern or sheen; fabric drapes smoothly over the torso.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.18 · w 0.52 · h 0.38 (high) - Color detailSolid warm brown color covering the entire visible T-shirt with no printed graphics, logos, or visible seams used as decoration.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.62 · h 0.52 (high) - Front tuckFront hem is casually tucked into the waistband of the skirt, producing a slight fold at the front center.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.52 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Lifestyle beach scene with a standing model photographed in warm backlight; visible skirt and accessories, soft natural lighting and shallow depth of field.
- Scene backgroundSandy beach with ocean waves and distant shoreline visible behind the model.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.40 (medium) - Model pose and framingPortrait-style crop showing model from head to mid-thigh, model is standing and turned slightly to the right with a smile.
- Accessories visibleBraided belt, patterned skirt, wooden or tortoiseshell drop earrings, and stacked bangles on the model's right wrist are visible and are not part of the T-shirt.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.58 · w 0.42 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.34 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high) - LightingWarm, natural backlit lighting creating soft highlights on the model's left shoulder and a gentle overall warm tone.
- Image qualitySharp foreground subject with mild background haze from distance; no visible text or packaging elements in the image.
Colors
warm medium brown· T-shirt body#6B3C2A- SilhouetteShort-sleeve, crew-neck T-shirt with a relaxed, slightly boxy torso; hemline is partially tucked into the model's skirt at the front.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve crewneck T-shirt in a rust brown color, shown on a model. Visible features include neckline stitching, shoulder seams, short sleeves, and a slightly curved hem with gentle drape.
- View and silhouetteBack/rear view of a relaxed-fit short-sleeve T-shirt with a straight-to-slightly-curved hem and moderate drape over the model's back and hips.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.12 · w 0.68 · h 0.78 (high) - NecklineCrewneck with a narrow ribbed binding and visible topstitching around the neckline at the back.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.10 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (high) - Shoulder constructionSet-in shoulder seams visible at the top of the back panel running from neckline toward each sleeve.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.14 · w 0.56 · h 0.12 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves with a loose fit and simple hem, ending above the elbow on both arms; left sleeve partially cropped by image edge on the far side.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.20 · w 0.24 · h 0.22 (high) - Hem and drapeBottom hem is slightly curved and untucked, creating a small rounded fold at the center back; fabric shows soft vertical drape and minor creasing near the hips.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.64 · w 0.48 · h 0.24 (high) - Fabric appearanceMatte, smooth knit surface consistent with medium-weight cotton jersey; fine texture visible through soft lighting and small surface wrinkles.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.58 (medium) - No visible brandingNo logos, printed text, or tags are visible on the exterior back panel of the T-shirt in this image.
Other
Studio product photograph showing a model from behind against a light neutral background with soft directional lighting; model wears jeans and has hands partially in pockets, creating slight pull at the hem.
- Background and lightingEven, light grey studio background with soft, diffused lighting producing gentle shadows and minimal specular highlights.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from behind with head turned slightly to the right; hands are at hip level and appear to be in pockets, causing slight lateral pull in the fabric.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.60 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high) - Visible non-product clothingDark blue denim jeans visible from the waist down and occupying the lower portion of the frame; not part of the T-shirt product.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.72 · w 0.60 · h 0.24 (high) - Image crop and qualityFull rear torso and head of the model are visible; image is sharp with no noticeable compression artifacts.
Colors
rust brown· main body#733224- View and silhouetteBack/rear view of a relaxed-fit short-sleeve T-shirt with a straight-to-slightly-curved hem and moderate drape over the model's back and hips.
- 04
Product
Front view of a short-sleeve crewneck T-shirt in a solid warm brown/rust color on a model. Visible details include a ribbed collar, straight body with relaxed fit, short sleeves with narrow folded/stitched hems, and shoulder seam construction.
- SilhouetteRelaxed, straight-bodied short-sleeve T-shirt with a crew neckline; the shirt falls to the hip area visible over the model's jeans.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.74 · h 0.62 (high) - NecklineRound crew neck with a ribbed knit collar that sits flat against the neck.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.08 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve finishShort sleeves ending above the elbow with a narrow folded or double-stitched hem visible on both sleeves.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.25 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.61 · y 0.28 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, fine-knit fabric with a flat matte finish and subtle drape over the torso indicating a lightweight knit.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.48 (high) - Shoulder seamVisible shoulder seam running from the neckline to the sleeve, set in a standard shoulder position (not dropped).
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.14 · w 0.52 · h 0.10 (high) - No visible brandingNo printed or embroidered logos, graphics, or text are visible on the front of the shirt.
Other
Studio shot of the shirt on a model; neutral light gray background, soft diffuse lighting, three-quarter frontal pose, visible accessories and lower garments not part of the product.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter frontal studio portrait framing the model from the upper thighs to above the head, slightly cropped at the top of the head.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even diffuse lighting with mild shadows under the chin and slight shadowing where the shirt overlaps the jeans.
- Model pose and stylingModel stands with one hand in the jeans pocket and the other holding fabric near the hem; visible accessories include gold hoop earrings and a ring, and the model wears dark blue denim jeans and a black belt.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.62 · w 0.64 · h 0.30 (high) - Image qualitySharp focus on the garment and model; no visible damage, compression artifacts, or legibility issues.
Colors
rust brown· body and sleeves#7D392A- SilhouetteRelaxed, straight-bodied short-sleeve T-shirt with a crew neckline; the shirt falls to the hip area visible over the model's jeans.
- 05
Product
Front three-quarter view of a short-sleeve crewneck T-shirt worn by a model. The shirt is a matte, solid brown fabric with rolled sleeve cuffs and a relaxed, slightly tucked hem.
- SilhouetteShort-sleeve, relaxed-fit T-shirt with a standard crew neckline and a straight hem that is partially tucked at the front right side.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.54 · h 0.60 (high) - Sleeve detailShort sleeves are rolled once to form a visible cuff on both arms.
2 regions
x 0.48 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high) - NecklineClassic crew neck with a narrow band finish lying flat against the neck.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte knit surface consistent with lightweight cotton; no visible texture pattern or sheen.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.22 · w 0.45 · h 0.38 (high) - Hem stylingFront hem is casually tucked into the wearer’s skirt on the model’s right side; left side falls straight.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.52 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Lifestyle beach shot showing a model wearing the T-shirt; warm, diffused natural light with visible ocean and sand background. Model accessories and clothing items are visible and partially occlude the shirt.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from upper thighs to above the head, standing three-quarter to camera, smiling and looking left of frame; left arm rests at side, right arm bent slightly.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.02 · w 0.68 · h 0.84 (high) - BackgroundSandy beach with low waves and a distant tree-lined shoreline visible behind the model.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.40 (high) - Accessories and other clothingPatterned floral skirt, braided belt, wooden drop earrings, and stacked bracelets visible; these items overlap and partially cover the shirt at the waist and wrists.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.58 · w 0.58 · h 0.32 (high) - Lighting and image qualityWarm, diffused natural light producing soft shadows; image is clear with no obvious motion blur.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
warm reddish brown· body#6B3C2A- SilhouetteShort-sleeve, relaxed-fit T-shirt with a standard crew neckline and a straight hem that is partially tucked at the front right side.
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Customer Reviews
44 total44 reviews · out of 5
Parfait
Confortable
Parfait !
Coton doux, bonne taille, et très bonne qualité. Pratique en toute saison
Soft
You may want to go down in size unless you like to wear them larger. I don’t like them snug so the medium was a good size. It’ & soft to the touch.
Confortable
Confortable
Solid organic cotton T-shirt
Love the colour and feel
T-shirt
Bien aimé, image même à l’écran qu’en réalité.
J’adore ces t-shirts. Très confortables!
J’adore ces t-shirts. Très confortables!
Too big
Material is nice, not too thin, but the style /fit is too oversized for my liking.
Beau produit
Très doux
Tombe bien.
Tombe bien.
correspond à mes attentes
correspond à mes attentes
T-shirt coton bio
Super confortable et léger. Je l'adore!
Parfait
Juste assez doux et garde sa forme
Great T-shirt
Love the colour and fit of this T-shirt
Correct
Tissus de qualité par contre la coupe n’est pas flatteuse.
Simply Comfortable
I was drawn to the pale blue colour. I like that it's not a solid blue. Keeps it simple yet more appealing. I prefer my shirts loose and comfy while lounging and sleeping, so I bought it a size up. It's great.
Everything fine except the colour
The colour was not as shown - a darker shade of lilac
J’adore
Tissus, coupe parfait
T-shirt coton bio
Très satisfaite,
chandail
Très beau tissu, frais et confortable.
T shirt coton
Je l’ai choisi trop grand. Je vais en commander un autre à ma taille. J’aime la qualité et la coupe de ce t-shirt très confortable
good cotton and quality
nice colour and fit
Confortable
Belle coupe. Un peu transparent au niveau de la poitrine.
Contemporaine Organic Cotton Tee
Purchased taupe and khaki colours which were beautiful. The fabric is beautiful. The fit is fantastic (A little bit of ease).
T-shirt
I loooove this t-shirt. The cut, the texture, the feel. It fits exactly how I had hoped it would, true to size.
très jolie
très jolie
T-shirt
Coupe parfaite
La douceur et le confort
La douceur et le confort
T-shirt
Trop fripant.
Tissu de qualité
Parfait t shirt tout aller
Great red
Soft hand and wonderful red
Chandail l'un tissus doux
Ce chandail de lin est parfait pour porter avec un veston pour un look habillé avec un pantalon de lin. Ni trop large et ni trop serré juste assez long.
Faite trop petit
Faite trop petit
T shirt confortable
J’aime bien le t shirt il est confortable étant uni facile à porter
Solid Organic T-Shirt
I really like how the organic cotton material and how it feels on, it nice and airy. The longer length is great!
I love cotton
I order a lot of cotton. It is soft and comfortable so the more you offer, the more I will order.
Rich Color. Excellent Quality
Love Simon's fashion designs & quality. Very French & Canadian. Perfect t-shirt for casual dressy or just jeans.
Base parfaite
Impeccable
C'est une belle qualité de
C'est une belle qualité de coton bio, je suis très contente
t-shirt retourné
il était trop grand
Résume bien la photo
Tissu inconfortable
Il est parfait!
Le parfait t-shirt pour porter avec un tailleur, un short ou des jeans! J'en ai de toutes les couleurs!
T-shirt
T-shirt comme je les aimes, ni trop long ni trop court , bonne largeur, confortable. Je l’ai lavé il a un petit peu rétréci mais ça ne change pas son allure! J’en ai acheté de plusieurs couleurs mais le blanc est d’une différente texture…. . plus synthétique, bizarre!
T-shirt uni coton bio
Très belle qualité, confortable et garde sa forme après le lavage et le séchage
Q&A
3 answered- Does this t-shirt run true to size or larger given the relaxed fit? I usually wear a medium in regular fit tees—should I size down for a closer fit?
- This tee has a relaxed fit, so it's roomier than a regular fit. If you want a closer fit, sizing down is a good option—many customers with a regular fit medium find small works well for a more fitted look.
- How much does this shirt shrink after washing? The care instructions suggest laying flat to dry, but can it be tumble dried on low without significant shrinkage?
- We recommend following the care instructions to minimize shrinkage. Organic cotton jersey can shrink 3-5% with high heat, so tumble drying on low may still cause minor shrinkage—laying flat to dry is safest.
- Are the colors like taupe and burgundy accurately depicted in the photos? I've found that some organic cotton dyes appear different in person.
- We aim to represent colors accurately, but individual screen settings can affect perception. For organic cotton, dyes may appear slightly different due to natural fiber absorption. We recommend checking customer reviews for real-life photos.