Othersea
Toulouse Pinstripe Tie Top
CA$152.00CAD
In Stock
Toulouse Pinstripe Tie Top is a women's blouse from the Othersea Quebec collection at Simons, constructed from 100% organic cotton double gauze. It has 3/4-length sleeves, an open tie-front with adjustable drawstring waist, and a loose fit, featuring a chocolate brown ground with light pinstripes. This top is designed to be worn as a casual piece, and is shown with matching shorts for a coordinated outfit.
- Material
- 100% organic cotton double gauze
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Color
Patterned Brown
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGE
Specifications
A loose-fit organic cotton double gauze top with pinstripe pattern and adjustable drawstring waist.
Open tie-front shape, adjustable drawstring waist, 3/4 sleeves
- Material
- 100% organic cotton double gauze
- Style
- casual, classic
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Additional Attributes
- 100% organic cotton double gauze
- 3/4 sleeves
- open tie-front shape
- adjustable drawstring waist
- loose fit
Product Insights
Othersea's Toulouse Pinstripe Tie Top, part of Simons' Quebec collection, is a versatile 100% organic cotton cover-up that dries quickly and sheds sand for seamless beach-to-table wear, with a tie-front and interior drawstring allowing multiple silhouettes from open duster to cinched wrap. However, its double-gauze structure becomes see-through when thoroughly wet or backlit, and submersion in water damages the fabric, making it unsuitable for swimming. Machine wash cold and hang dry to deepen its crinkle texture; at $152 CAD, it offers 3/4-sleeve coverage and local design cachet.
Verified claims
- Beach performance
- Sand shakes off easily and moisture dries quickly for comfortable beach-to-table wear.
- Opacity
- Two layers of gauze stay opaque except when thoroughly wet or backlit.
- Water submersion
- Cotton beachwear is not meant for swimming; submersion leads to heavy, damaged fabric.
- Versatility
- Tie-front allows coverage customization and a square knot lies flat for a polished look.
- Styling
- The front tie offers multiple styling options: bow, square knot, or open.
- Coverage and silhouette
- The front tie adjusts from open duster to cinched wrap, defining the waist and elongating legs.
- Drawstring waist
- Interior drawstring cinches the waist for a blouson peplum shape.
- Organic cotton
- 100% organic cotton from a movement that sequesters carbon
- Local provenance
- Othersea's Quebec collection imparts a local-design pedigree
- Water Exposure
- Cotton becomes heavy and see-through when wet; best used as a cover-up.
- Care
- Machine wash cold and hang dry; the crinkle texture deepens with each wash.
- Value
- At $152 CAD, it offers 3/4-sleeve coverage and Quebec design cachet.
- Limitations
- Cotton double gauze can become see-through when wet; not designed for swimming.
- Quebec origin
- Part of Simons' Quebec collection, offering a boutique alternative to mass-market brands.
- Beach use
- Dries quickly and sheds sand, but becomes somewhat transparent when wet and is unsuitable for chlorinated water.
- Sizing
- Buyers can size down for a closer fit or use the drawstring to cinch the waist.
Product record
- Title
- Toulouse Pinstripe Tie Top
- Brand
- Othersea
- Price
- 152 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Styling and adjusting the tie-front design
- Because the 100% organic cotton double gauze has a naturally crinkled, soft hand, the front tie knot takes on a relaxed, crushed texture rather than a crisp, structured point — matching the beach-casual intention of the top and avoiding the 'office shirt' stiffness some tie-fronts impose.
- Tying the front in a square knot (left over right, then right over left) creates a sleek, flat knot that stays symmetrical and won't twist sideways, which is critical when the tie is the only closure and lies against the body all day.
- The interior adjustable drawstring works independently of the front tie, so you can cinch the waist first to create a blouson peplum and then tie the front in a bow over it, achieving a defined waist without sacrificing the relaxed volume of the loose-fit body.
- The open tie-front design allows you to control how much skin shows: cinch the ties tightly and draw the waist in for full coverage that resembles a wrapped shirt, or leave the ties undone and the drawstring loose for an open, duster-style layer that reveals whatever you're wearing underneath.
- Tying the front transforms the loose-fit shape into a cropped silhouette that sits at the natural waist, which instantly defines the waistline and makes the legs appear longer — the same proportion trick that works on an oversized button-up shirt.
Organic cotton and its sustainability credentials
- Organic cotton was spearheaded by social entrepreneurs, farmers, and NGOs aiming to disrupt conventional cotton’s heavy pesticide reliance and its societal harm — by choosing this 100% organic cotton top, the wearer connects to a supply chain intentionally built on health, equity, and ecological stewardship, not just a marketing label.
- Organic farming practices like crop rotation and composting turn soil into a carbon sink — nature-based solutions of this kind could deliver up to 37% of the global carbon reductions required by 2030, positioning the material choice for this top as a climate-positive action rather than merely a reduced-impact alternative.
How this top compares to similar cover-ups
- The 3/4 sleeves provide more sun protection and a tailored look compared to Quince's sleeveless halter, while being less formal than The Handloom's full-length lace cuffs, positioning the top as a pragmatic choice for transitional weather and varied settings.
- At $152 CAD, the top lands below The Handloom's $168 USD (~$226 CAD) lace-trimmed coverup and well above Quince's $49.90 USD (~$67 CAD) budget dress, occupying a price band where shoppers can access organic materials and tailored details without paying the full resortwear premium.
- Part of Simons' Quebec collection, the top offers a local-design cachet absent from global direct-to-consumer brands like San Francisco-based Quince, providing a point of regional pride and a more boutique, curated shopping experience for Canadian buyers.
Why double gauze works for beach cover-ups
- Unlike terry cloth cover-ups whose loops trap sand, the smooth crinkled hand of cotton double gauze lets sand slide off with a shake — keeping sand out of the car and the bag is a quiet but meaningful upgrade for anyone who spends real time on the shore.
- Thanks to the open weave and the air pockets built into the double gauze, moisture evaporates rapidly rather than soaking in, so even if the top gets splashed at the water’s edge it will dry in minutes — a practical advantage that keeps a meal or a walk after the beach from turning into a damp sit.
- Double gauze entered the global textile conversation through Japanese fabric house Kokka in the 1980s, carrying a reputation for meticulous weaving from the same country that shaped selvedge denim — for fabric-minded shoppers, that heritage adds a layer of story and intention to an otherwise simple cover-up.
- The surface puckers are not a finish that will wash out — they are a structural result of the tacking process, and every machine cycle relaxes the cotton fibres further, so the top becomes softer, airier, and more defined in its crinkle over time, requiring zero ironing to maintain its intentional, relaxed look.
- The fabric is built from two sheets of plain-woven gauze that are tacked together at intervals, trapping small air pockets between the layers — this not only makes the top feel pillow-soft against bare skin but also creates a micro-climate that lets air circulate while taking the edge off a cool ocean breeze.
- The two-layer construction gives the fabric enough heft to be worn on its own without a camisole — it remains see-through only under very wet or backlit conditions, so it works as a genuine top for a beach-to-lunch outfit rather than demanding an extra layer.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front view of a two-piece outfit on a model: a brown pinstriped V-neck tie top with wide short sleeves and matching relaxed shorts; the top is tied at the front with long hanging ties and shows gathered fabric at the tie line creating a slightly bloused peplum effect.
- NecklineDeep V-neck opening at center front exposing upper chest and collarbones
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high) - Front tie closureTwo fabric tie straps knotted at center front with long tails hanging down over the shorts
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.30 · w 0.28 · h 0.40 (high) - Gathered front seamHorizontal gathering or seam under the tie creating a slightly flared lower section of the top
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.36 · w 0.50 · h 0.18 (high) - Sleeve shapeWide, elbow-length sleeves with a loose, boxy cut and visible pinstripe pattern continuing across them
2 regions
x 0.09 · y 0.21 · w 0.30 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.59 · y 0.20 · w 0.32 · h 0.30 (high) - Shorts silhouetteMatching relaxed-fit shorts with a loose leg opening and a gathered waistband that visually aligns with the top's hem
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.60 · w 0.60 · h 0.34 (high) - Fabric patternNarrow vertical light pinstripes on a darker brown ground visible across top and shorts
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.14 · w 0.64 · h 0.78 (high) - Visible seams and hemsTurned hems visible at sleeve edges and short legs; center front knot compresses fabric creating radial folds
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.24 · w 0.52 · h 0.60 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model against a light gray background with a hard shadow to the right; even top lighting from left produces defined shadow. Model wearing jewelry and standing cropped mid-thigh; image is vertically framed, centered on torso.
- Shot compositionVertical studio portrait framing centered on model's torso and upper legs, model shown from head to mid-thigh
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and shadowLight gray seamless background with a distinct model-shaped shadow falling to the right side of the image
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 1.00 (high) - Model and styling propsFemale model wearing hoop earrings, a bracelet and rings; jewelry appears as styling accessories not part of garment
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.08 · w 0.28 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.66 · w 0.28 · h 0.32 (high) - Lighting qualityDirectional lighting from upper-left causing soft highlights on left side of model and sharper shadow edges on background
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Image crop and clarityFull garment visible with slight crop at hands and lower thighs; fabric texture and stripe detail are sharp and legible
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.76 · h 0.72 (high)
Colors
dark chocolate brown· top and shorts ground color#4A2D24light beige pinstripe· pinstripe color#E3B49C- NecklineDeep V-neck opening at center front exposing upper chest and collarbones
- 02
Product
Rear view of a two-piece matching garment in a brown fabric with vertical thin light pinstripes; the top has a high back neckline, wide elbow-length kimono sleeves, a gathered/elastic waist seam, and a loose hem that overlaps matching shorts.
- Fabric patternBrown woven-looking fabric with closely spaced vertical light pinstripes running continuously across the top and shorts.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.10 · w 0.72 · h 0.70 (high) - Top neckline and backHigh, gently curved back neckline sitting at the nape of the neck with smooth shoulder seams.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.04 · w 0.40 · h 0.14 (high) - Sleeve styleWide, loose elbow-length sleeves with a slight outward flare and visible sleeve hems.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.20 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.59 · y 0.22 · w 0.36 · h 0.34 (high) - Waist detailHorizontal gathered or elasticized seam at the natural waist creating gentle horizontal puckering across the back.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.42 · w 0.54 · h 0.14 (high) - Top hem overlapLower edge of the top falls over the waistband of the shorts, creating a layered look where the top slightly overlaps the shorts.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.52 · w 0.56 · h 0.12 (high) - ShortsMatching shorts in the same pinstripe fabric with a relaxed fit, visible elastic or gathered waistband, and a short inseam ending above mid-thigh.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.62 · w 0.48 · h 0.30 (high) - Visible seams and stitchingTopstitching visible along shoulder seams, sleeve hems, and the horizontal waist seam; seams follow the garment panels and are slightly darker due to fabric fold.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.08 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (medium) - Model occlusionGarment is worn by a model shown from the rear; model's hair covers part of the upper back near the neckline.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.00 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio rear-view product shot of a model against a plain light background with soft directional lighting creating a cast shadow to the lower right; accessories include hoop earrings and bracelets.
- Shot compositionFramed from head to mid-thigh showing the rear of the model centered in the image with even space on both sides.
- Background and lightingFlat, light grey background with a soft shadow cast to the lower right indicating a directional studio light from upper left.
1 region
x 0.70 · y 0.60 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high) - Accessories visibleModel is wearing thick hoop earrings and a bracelet on the left wrist and rings on fingers; these are styling props not part of the garment.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.00 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.04 · y 0.74 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high) - Image qualitySharp focus on the garment with even exposure and minimal noise; no legible printed text in the image.
Colors
medium brown· main fabric#593C35off-white pinstripe· pinstripes- Fabric patternBrown woven-looking fabric with closely spaced vertical light pinstripes running continuously across the top and shorts.
Documents & Data
Q&A
4 answered- Is this top suitable for swimming in chlorinated pools or saltwater, given it's made of cotton?
- No, this top is not suitable for swimming in chlorinated pools or saltwater because it's made of 100% organic cotton double gauze. Cotton absorbs water, becomes heavy, and chlorine or salt can degrade the fabric and cause color fading. It's designed as beachwear, not for submersion.
- Does this top become see-through when wet?
- Cotton double gauze can become somewhat see-through when wet, especially lighter colors. The patterned brown color may offer a bit more opacity, but it's still advisable to expect some transparency when damp. For pool or beach use, consider layering or a darker pattern.
- What is the recommended care for this top to maintain its shape and color?
- For best results, machine wash cold on a gentle cycle with like colors, and hang to dry away from direct sunlight. Avoid bleach and high heat to maintain the shape and color of the organic cotton double gauze. Iron on low if needed.
- How does the sizing run? Should one size down given the loose fit?
- The top is described as having a loose fit, so it's designed to be roomy. If you prefer a more fitted look, you may consider sizing down. Otherwise, sticking with your usual size should work. There are no specific customer reviews in the data to confirm sizing accuracy.