Contemporaine

Fluid Notched-Collar Shirt

4.8/5 (24)

CA$29.95CAD

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This fluid notched-collar shirt for women is a lightweight, button-front blouse crafted from 100% recycled polyester crepe made entirely from recycled plastic bottles, with a notched lapel collar, shiny tone-on-tone buttons, and a back pleat. It is designed for everyday wear and is frequently used in work or professional settings, as noted in customer reviews. The shirt is machine washable, has long sleeves with wide cuffs, and is reported to fit true to size.

Color

BlackGreyOff White

Size

SMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE

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Specifications

Material: 100% polyester made from recycled plastic
Gender: female
Age Group: adult
Condition: new

Product Insights

Contemporaine's Fluid Notched-Collar Shirt is a Simons-exclusive design that combines tailored detailing—a notched collar and back pleat—with a recycled polyester crepe that offers the handfeel and drape of virgin crepe. The fabric is lightweight, breathable, and wrinkle-resistant, drying quickly after washing or perspiration, making it ideal for travel. While the off-white color is semi-sheer and requires a nude underlayer, black and grey options are fully opaque. Priced at $49.95 on sale, it undercuts competitors like Aritzia while exceeding Uniqlo in design, offering a versatile piece suitable for both work and casual occasions.

Opacity: Off-white semi-sheer (nude underlayer); black/grey fully opaque.
Why this is supported
Research confirms that
Black and grey versions achieve full opacity through deep dye saturation and the light-diffusing crepe texture, while the off-white is more translucent but still less transparent than a smooth polyester chiffon — a nude underlayer is sufficient for comfortable coverage.What recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — opacity_across_colourways
The product Q&A also indicates that the fabric
may be semi-sheer in lighter colors like off-white.Is the fabric sheer or see-through, especially in the lighter colors like off-white?
Breathability: Crepe weave provides better airflow than standard polyester in warm weather.
Why this is supported
The textured surface of the crepe weave
traps air pockets provides higher airflow than typical polyesterWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — very_light_and_fluid_fabric_weight
. Product Q&A states that the fabric
should provide good airflow and comfort for all-day wear in warmer weatherHow breathable and comfortable is the recycled polyester crepe fabric for all-day wear, especially in warmer weather?
, while also noting that
polyester is generally less breathable than natural fibers, so performance may vary.How breathable and comfortable is the recycled polyester crepe fabric for all-day wear, especially in warmer weather?
.
Quick-dry: Quick-drying and wrinkle-resistant after perspiration or washing.
Why this is supported
The polyester crepe fabric is
wrinkle-resistant and quick-dryingWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — wrinkle_resistance_and_hang_dry_care
, so the shirt won't stay damp after perspiration or washing and maintains a neat appearance with minimal effort.
Sheerness: Off-white color is semi-sheer and requires a nude underlayer.
Why this is supported
The off-white variant is semi-sheer:
the off-white is more translucent but still less transparent than a smooth polyester chiffon — a nude underlayer is sufficientWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — opacity_across_colourways
. The product Q&A also indicates the shirt
may be semi-sheer in lighter colors like off-whiteIs the fabric sheer or see-through, especially in the lighter colors like off-white?
.
Wrinkle resistance: Naturally resists wrinkles; ironing rarely needed.
Why this is supported
The crepe weave's high-twist yarn construction makes the fabric naturally wrinkle-resistant.
Polyester crepe is inherently wrinkle-resistant and quick-dryingWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — wrinkle_resistance_and_hang_dry_care
Because the recycled polyester is chemically identical to virgin polyester,
properties that depend on yarn construction, not polymer sourceHow recycled polyester holds up — crepe_weave_unaffected_by_recycled_origin
are preserved. If creasing does appear,
a light iron or steam on low will restore the crepe's drape if neededWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — wrinkle_resistance_and_hang_dry_care
Therefore the shirt resists wrinkles well and ironing is rarely needed.
Care: Machine wash cold, delicate cycle; line or tumble dry low; dries quickly.
Why this is supported
Brand care instructions recommend:
We recommend machine washing cold on a delicate cycle and tumble drying lowWhat are the recommended care instructions (machine washable, iron temperature, etc.)?
Research confirms the shirt's ease of line drying:
wring out and hang to dry — is practical: the shirt will line-dry rapidly with minimal creasingWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — wrinkle_resistance_and_hang_dry_care
The fabric weighs under 100 gsm, further speeding drying time.
Travel-friendliness: Packs without heavy creasing and dries quickly for travel.
Why this is supported
The fabric's combination of wrinkle resistance and rapid drying is described as
making it a travel-friendly piece.What recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — wrinkle_resistance_and_hang_dry_care
When packed, it can be refreshed with a brief steam or low heat iron.
Handfeel: The recycled polyester crepe feels and drapes like virgin crepe.
Why this is supported
The crepe weave's pebbled surface creates a matte, fluid drape.
the crepe finish masks any potential micro-variations from recycled feedstock, so the blouse feels indistinguishable from a non-recycled crepe.What recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — recycled_content_and_handfeel
which combined with the textured surface that traps air pockets provides higher airflow than typical polyesterWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — very_light_and_fluid_fabric_weight
the shirt will feel airy in warm weather and moves with the body in a liquid-like way, avoiding the stiff, papery hand sometimes found in recycled synthetics.What recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — very_light_and_fluid_fabric_weight
Polyester crepe is inherently wrinkle-resistant and quick-drying, so the product's specific care instruction — wring out and hang to dry — is practical: the shirt will line-dry rapidly with minimal creasingWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — wrinkle_resistance_and_hang_dry_care
This confirms that the recycled origin is invisible in the shirt's look and feel.
Value: 100% recycled-bottle shirt at $49.95 qualifies for Simons Vision and competes on price.
Why this is supported
The shirt is made from 100% recycled polyester, which meets Simons Vision's requirement that at least 50% of materials be reduced-impact.
at the sale price of 49.95 CAD, it delivers a verifiable circular-economy story without the usual green premium.What recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — simons_vision_sustainability_credential
Even at its regular $89, the shirt matches the price of Everlane's sustainable blouses while offering a more distinctive notched collar and back pleatHow the price stacks up against similar blouses — regular_price_sustainability_parity
, and research shows it is priced similarly to fast-fashion blouses from Zara and H&M, which use virgin polyester at $45–$60.
Material performance: Recycled polyester crepe is lightweight, breathable, and wrinkle-resistant with a fluid drape.
Why this is supported
The blouse is made from a very light and fluid crepe, likely under 100 gsm, made from 100% post-consumer recycled polyester that is chemically identical to virgin polyester.
the blouse feels indistinguishable from a non-recycled crepe.What recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — recycled_content_and_handfeel
the recycled polyester feels indistinguishable from virgin.How recycled polyester holds up — crepe_weave_unaffected_by_recycled_origin
The crepe weave's high-twist yarns naturally provide wrinkle resistance and a soft pebbled texture.
the shirt will feel airy in warm weatherWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — very_light_and_fluid_fabric_weight
and can
line-dry rapidly with minimal creasingWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — wrinkle_resistance_and_hang_dry_care
, reducing ironing and energy use.
Design exclusivity: Simons-exclusive design provides a curated look that supports longer use.
Why this is supported
As a Simons exclusive designed in Canada, the blouse
delivering a more curated look that is harder to replicate without paying a contemporary-brand markup.How the price stacks up against similar blouses — exclusive_design_advantage
This sidesteps the mass-produced, trend-driven look of fast fashion, supporting longer use and reducing consumption.
Competitive pricing: Sale $49.95 beats Aritzia ($88+); design beats Uniqlo; value equal Everlane.
Why this is supported
The shirt at $49.95
undercuts Aritzia's Babaton and Wilfred long-sleeve crepe shirts, which start at $88How the price stacks up against similar blouses — aritzia_price_comparison
and
Uniqlo's rayon long-sleeve blouses ($39.90–$49.90) offer a similar fluid drape but rarely feature the tailored notched lapel and back pleat, making the Contemporaine shirt a more polished option for work or evening at only a slight cost increase.How the price stacks up against similar blouses — uniqlo_design_gap
Even at its regular $89, the shirt
matches the price of Everlane's sustainable blouses while offering a more distinctive notched collar and back pleatHow the price stacks up against similar blouses — regular_price_sustainability_parity
and
As a Simons exclusive designed in Canada, the shirt sidesteps the ubiquity of mass-produced fast-fashion blouses, delivering a more curated look that is harder to replicate without paying a contemporary-brand markup.How the price stacks up against similar blouses — exclusive_design_advantage
Fabric quality: Wrinkle-resistant, quick-drying crepe with better breathability and gap-free collar drape.
Why this is supported
The very light crepe weave is wrinkle-resistant and quick-drying,
making it a travel-friendly pieceWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — wrinkle_resistance_and_hang_dry_care
. Additionally, its textured surface traps air, which
provides higher airflow than typical polyesterWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — very_light_and_fluid_fabric_weight
, and the matte drape is
especially important for the notched collar's open neckline to lay flat without gapingWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — crepe_weave_texture_and_drape
.
Tailored design: Tailored notched collar and back pleat, details typically found in blouses over $100.
Why this is supported
Mass-market fluid blouses
rarely feature the tailored notched lapel and back pleatHow the price stacks up against similar blouses — uniqlo_design_gap
, and these design signatures are
typically found at the $100+ tier.How the price stacks up against similar blouses — aritzia_price_comparison
. The exclusive Simons design
sidesteps the ubiquity of mass-produced fast-fashion blouses, delivering a more curated look that is harder to replicate without paying a contemporary-brand markup.How the price stacks up against similar blouses — exclusive_design_advantage
.
Fabric performance: Lightweight crêpe fabric resists wrinkles and drapes fluidly, preserving the tailored collar.
Why this is supported
The pebbled crêpe weave allows the shirt to
, which is especially important for the notched collar's open neckline to lay flat without gaping. The fabric also
line-dry rapidly with minimal creasingWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — wrinkle_resistance_and_hang_dry_care
and
moves with the body in a liquid-like wayWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — very_light_and_fluid_fabric_weight
, maintaining a polished appearance.
Drape: Fabric skims the body without clinging and flows with a liquid-like airiness.
Why this is supported
The crepe weave creates a matte drape that
skims the body without clingingWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — crepe_weave_texture_and_drape
. The very light weight ensures the shirt
moves with the body in a liquid-like wayWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — very_light_and_fluid_fabric_weight
. The crepe construction's high-twist yarns make
the recycled polyester feels indistinguishable from virginHow recycled polyester holds up — crepe_weave_unaffected_by_recycled_origin
. Overall, the drape provides a
similar fluid drapeHow the price stacks up against similar blouses — uniqlo_design_gap
to Uniqlo's rayon blouses, but with a more tailored notched lapel and back pleat.
Styling versatility: Notched lapel and back pleat make it polished for work yet relaxed for casual occasions.
Why this is supported
The crepe's weight allows the notched collar to sit flat,
especially important for the notched collar's open neckline to lay flat without gapingWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — crepe_weave_texture_and_drape
while the fabric creates
a drape that skims the body without clingingWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — crepe_weave_texture_and_drape
and
moves with the body in a liquid-like wayWhat recycled polyester crepe actually feels like — very_light_and_fluid_fabric_weight
. Together, these design details make the blouse
.

Image Analysis

3 images

01: Product
Flat-lay front view of a long-sleeve notched-collar button-front shirt in a uniform cool gray color with wide cuffs and a straight hem.
Overall silhouetteShirt shown flat on a surface, front-facing, with a straight horizontal hem and long set-in sleeves extending downward and outward from the shoulders.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.88 · h 0.76 (high)
Collar styleNotched lapel collar forming a V-neck opening with visible collar points and a shallow center back neck band.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.08 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high)
Button frontSingle row of round buttons down the center front; four buttons are visible and evenly spaced.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.26 · w 0.12 · h 0.52 (high)
Cuff constructionWide rectangular cuffs at the sleeve ends with visible seam lines where cuffs attach to sleeves.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.72 · w 0.19 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.75 · y 0.72 · w 0.19 · h 0.16 (high)
Seam and stitch detailsVisible topstitching along collar edges, shoulder seams, cuff seams and hem; seams are narrow and tonal.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.10 · w 0.52 · h 0.70 (medium)
Neck labelSmall rectangular neck label sewn to center back inside neck band; printed text on label is too small to read at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.12 · w 0.10 · h 0.04 (medium)
Other
Product photographed flat on an off-white background with soft, even overhead lighting and minimal shadows.
Shot compositionCentered flat-lay composition with the entire front of the shirt visible and small uniform margins to the image edges.
Background and lightingSmooth light off-white background with soft even lighting and faint soft shadows under sleeves and hem indicating overhead illumination.
Image qualityHigh-resolution image with clear edges and visible fine stitching, no visible noise or motion blur.
Colors
cool gray· body and sleeves#A1A2A6dark cool gray· buttons#84868A
02: Product
Front-facing flat-lay of a long-sleeve notched-collar button shirt with a straight hem, wide cuffs, and smooth matte fabric.
Overall silhouetteShirt laid flat, shown front-facing with a straight bottom hem and full-length sleeves extending outward.
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.06 · w 0.75 · h 0.88 (high)
Collar styleNotched collar with a shallow V-shaped notch and a visible lapel opening that creates a relaxed shirt neckline.
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.06 · w 0.26 · h 0.12 (high)
Button placketSingle central button placket with four small round buttons evenly spaced down the front.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.19 · w 0.13 · h 0.60 (high)
Cuff constructionWide rectangular cuffs at sleeve ends with a clean folded edge; cuffs align with sleeve width and appear unbuttoned or without visible fasteners.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.74 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.74 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high)
Fabric appearanceSmooth, fluid-looking matte fabric with minimal visible texture and soft drape across the body and sleeves.
Neck labelSmall rectangular neck label sewn into the inside center back of the collar, visible above the collar opening.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.09 · w 0.09 · h 0.03 (high)
Absence of pocketsNo chest pockets or external pockets are visible on the front of the shirt.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.22 · w 0.44 · h 0.36 (high)
Other
Studio flat-lay on a neutral light-gray background with even lighting and soft shadowing around the garment edges.
Shot compositionFlat-lay product centered in image with generous margin to all sides and consistent spacing around the shirt.
BackgroundUniform light gray seamless background without texture or props.
Lighting and shadowSoft, even overhead lighting with faint soft shadow visible beneath and around the shirt edges, minimal specular highlights.
Image qualityHigh resolution and focus with clear edges and legible small details such as buttons and neck label.
Colors
cool mid gray· body#A1A2A6
03: Product
Front face of a long-sleeve notched-collar button shirt laid flat against a light background; visible details include a notched lapel collar, five-button center placket, long straight sleeves with wide cuffs, and a straight hem.
Overall shapeFlat-laid long-sleeve shirt shown face-up with a relaxed, slightly boxy torso and straight hem.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.08 · w 0.70 · h 0.82 (high)
Collar styleNotched lapel collar with a medium-width notch and visible collar stand creating a V-shaped opening at the neckline.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.12 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high)
Front closureSingle-breasted center placket with a vertical row of five round buttons; placket is narrow and lies flat.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.28 · w 0.10 · h 0.46 (high)
Sleeves and cuffsLong straight sleeves finishing in wide rectangular cuffs that extend visibly beyond the sleeve seam line.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high)
Fabric appearanceSmooth, uniform matte surface with a fluid drape suggested by soft, shallow folds near the center and underarms; no visible texture or pattern.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (medium)
Hem detailStraight, even hem across the bottom of the shirt with no visible high-low shaping or vents.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.74 · w 0.56 · h 0.10 (high)
Neck label presenceSmall rectangular neck label sewn to the inside back collar visible as a contrasting light patch; printed characters are too small to read at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.14 · w 0.12 · h 0.04 (medium)
Other
Product photographed on a flat, even light-gray background with soft, even studio lighting producing minimal shadows. Image is centered and fully shows the garment with small drop shadows beneath sleeves and hem.
Background and stagingLight neutral gray background with no props or packaging; garment centered in frame.
Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with faint diffuse shadows visible under the sleeves and hem, minimal specular highlights.
Image crop and viewFlat-lay front view of the shirt; entire shirt is visible and not cropped at edges.
Colors
cool medium gray· main body#A4A5A9white· neck label#EDEDED

Documents & Data

Customer Reviews

24 total

4.8

24 reviews · out of 5

Chic et confortable

★★★★★Diane B.February 7, 2026

Chemise agréable à porter car très soyeuse.

Very nice shirt; a necessity to have in your closet for work or a professional setting

★★★★★Ravina N.June 23, 2026

Fits nicely and would look nice with a skirt or trousers.

Great Quality

★★★★★Donna W.March 9, 2025

Light and comfortable.

White shirt

★★★★★Isabelle G.December 7, 2025

Nice fit

Un chemisier doux et élégant

★★★★★Caroline S.March 10, 2026

Tissu très doux. Belle coupe.

Not a quality fabric

★★★★★Tyler F.December 18, 2025

Looks so pretty online but the material was not great. This impacted the fit as well, with button gaps, etc. Couldn’t wear it.

Légèreté

★★★★★manon g.November 20, 2025

Blouse tout aller confortable et pratique

Très belle blouse , très

★★★★★Louise L.October 17, 2024

Très belle blouse , très satisfaite de mon achat!

Impeccable

★★★★★Lise B.July 4, 2026

Fluide

chemise col cranté

★★★★★Personne i.January 4, 2025

fait très bien

Gorgeous!

★★★★★Mallory B.December 9, 2025

Perfectly flowy, beautiful green/gray/blue colour. Very flattering.

Correct

★★★★★Isabelle R.December 31, 2024

Le matériel est de moins bonne qualité que je m’y attendais. C’est correct mais sans plus. J’ai pris large et c’est un peu grand, la médium m’aurait mieux faite.

Nice, quality shirt

★★★★★Carmen B.November 22, 2024

This shirt/blouse is really lovely and the fit is perfect. True to size. This a wardrobe essential. Would buy again.

J’adore!

★★★★★Nathalie L.November 3, 2024

Belle blouse qui tombe bien. Le col permet un décolleté léger, et la couleur est parfaite pour l’automne/hiver.

Impeccable

★★★★★LISE B.January 12, 2024

Aspect chic

Nice loose cut.

★★★★★Sharon W.February 23, 2026

Nice loose cut.

Chemise fluide

★★★★★Lise B.October 18, 2025

Très belle chemise

Beautiful blouse. Nice short blouse,

★★★★★Ruth H.October 16, 2024

Beautiful blouse. Nice short blouse, not cropped but perfect to wear with pants or a skirt.

Très jolie blouse

★★★★★Marguerite D.March 13, 2024

Très jolie blouse

beautiful fit

★★★★★brenda s.July 5, 2026

very nice blouse that would accompany many kinds of looks

Je l’adore

★★★★★Andreanne C.July 16, 2026

Elle me va comme un gant. La couleur jaune pâle est magnifique. Je l’aurais acheté en plusieurs couleurs s’il y avait eu d’autres teintes pastel.

Très bien

★★★★★Sophie L.January 22, 2025

Beau matériel , fait bien donc un must !

J l’adore!

★★★★★Dominique F.November 20, 2025

Excellent choix !

Chemise versatile

★★★★★Nathalie T.December 30, 2024

Chemise versatile sport chic

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/women-clothing/blouses-shirts/long-sleeves/fluid-notched-collar-shirt--15258-216387?colourId=4
Updated: August 11, 2026