Contemporaine
Satiny Banker-Stripe Shirt
This product is a long-sleeve satiny button-up shirt for women, featuring vertical banker stripes and a regular fit. It is made from a soft, light fluid fabric produced from recycled plastic bottles, with shiny tone-on-tone buttons and a box pleat at the back. The shirt includes a pointed collar, full-length placket, and buttoned cuffs, suitable for professional or casual wear.
Color
Size
Specifications
- Material
- Satin: 50% polyester, 50% polyester made from recycled plastic bottles
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The Satiny Banker-Stripe Shirt from Contemporaine reimagines the historic banker stripe—a 19th-century bank code turned 80s power-dressing symbol—in a fluid, smooth recycled polyester satin that feels identical to virgin satin while cutting energy 59% and CO2 71%. Its relaxed fit, achieved by sizing up one, features a box pleat that releases fabric during arm movement and allows layering over a camisole without bulk, while vertical stripes elongate the silhouette. The shirt resists wrinkles better than cotton or silk but builds static in dry air and requires hanging on a padded hanger to prevent permanent creases; fresh stains lift easily with dish soap. Priced at $89 CAD, it undercuts comparable satin shirts and pairs with denim, trousers, or a blazer for desk-to-dinner versatility.
- Sheerness
The satin fabric is generally opaque but may benefit from a camisole for full coverage.
Why this is supported
The brand's Q&A states that the fabric is
lightweight and fluid but not described as sheer
Is the fabric see-through or sheer, requiring a camisole or lining underneath?and that
satin typically has a lustrous finish and is generally opaque
Is the fabric see-through or sheer, requiring a camisole or lining underneath?However, for this lighter-weight satin, they note that
you may want to wear a camisole underneath if you prefer extra coverage.
Is the fabric see-through or sheer, requiring a camisole or lining underneath?Additionally, the shirt's back pleat reduces stretch-induced transparency:
The single box pleat below the yoke creates a soft backward fold of fabric that releases when you move your arms forward, preventing the satin from pulling across the shoulder blades
Fit silhouette and the back box pleat — back_box_pleat- Hand feel
50% recycled polyester satin feels as smooth and fluid as virgin satin.
Why this is supported
The recycled polyester satin is processed to achieve the same smoothness and fluid drape as virgin satin. The product description calls it a
Soft, light and fluid satiny fabric
stylight.caand the manufacturer states that
The satin weave's long floating threads
reflect light beautifully
clothingdigest.com, giving the shirt a glossy sheen. Additionally, satin initially feels cool to the touch, though that sensation is temporary.
The fabric's recycled content comes from post-consumer plastic bottles:
Each kilogram of rPET fabric is produced from approximately 60 plastic bottles
textiletuts.com. Performance matches virgin polyester, as
rPET delivers the same tensile strength (35–85 cN/tex), abrasion resistance, and dimensional stability as virgin polyester without requiring new petroleum feedstock.
textiletuts.comThe environmental gain is significant:
59% lower energy consumption and 71% lower CO2 emissions per ton compared to virgin polyester production
textiletuts.comAdditionally, the satin's tight weave reduces microfiber shedding;
knitted fabrics shed more than woven fabrics regardless of fiber origin
natuclothes.comand cold washing with a mesh bag further cuts release.
- Static
Recycled polyester satin resists wrinkles but builds static in dry air.
Why this is supported
Recycled polyester satin inherits polyester's natural wrinkle resistance. It
resists wrinkles better than natural fibers and holds color exceptionally well.
clothingdigest.comHowever, like all polyester satin, it tends to build static in dry indoor air. As one source puts it,
Polyester satin? Tougher, but heat-sensitive. Wrinkles less, but static builds like crazy.
fexwear.comUsing a dryer sheet or anti-static spray during care can mitigate the static.
- Breathability
Lightweight recycled satin allows airflow in climate-controlled settings.
Why this is supported
Satin's tight weave has low air permeability, which can trap heat. The shirt's lightweight recycled satin and relaxed fit help. A textile source notes,
A lightweight satin will always breathe better than a heavy, stiff one.
scenario.pressBut it still
has low air permeability, meaning it doesn't allow much airflow between the fabric and your skin.
neurolaunch.comThis makes the shirt best suited for climate-controlled environments.
- Cool initial touch
Initial cool sensation fades as body heat equalizes.
Why this is supported
The satin fabric provides a brief cool sensation when first put on, which disappears as it warms to body temperature. A textile researcher explains:
Satin feels cool to the touch on a hanger in a store, so people assume it will feel cool all night. That sensation is real, but it’s also temporary.
neurolaunch.com- Satin finish
Satin finish is smooth and non-static, like traditional satin.
Why this is supported
The satin weave produces a smooth, glossy surface with a fluid drape. As explained by clothingdigest.com:
In satin weave, four or more horizontal threads (called weft threads) float over one vertical thread (called warp thread), then go under one, and repeat. This creates long, smooth surfaces that reflect light beautifully.
clothingdigest.comAdditionally, the recycled polyester satin is processed to match traditional satin's feel. A brand Q&A states:
The recycled polyester satin in this shirt feels very similar to traditional satin. Modern recycled polyester is processed to have the same smoothness and fluid drape as virgin polyester satin, so you won't notice a difference in hand feel or movement.
How does the recycled polyester satin feel compared to traditional satin? Is it less smooth or has a different drape?- Sizing
Size up one from your usual size for a relaxed fit.
Why this is supported
Thisfits.app advises:
Contemporaine runs small. Most shoppers size up from their usual size, especially in tops.
thisfits.appSo sizing up one is recommended for this satin shirt.
- Fit
Relaxed fit with back pleat and fluid drape allows layering over a camisole without bulk.
Why this is supported
The shirt features a
Box pleat in the back
stylight.ca, and its fabric is
Soft, light and fluid satiny fabric
stylight.ca, resulting in a relaxed drape. The fabric is somewhat sheer, so
you may want to wear a camisole underneath if you prefer extra coverage.
Is the fabric see-through or sheer, requiring a camisole or lining underneath?The lightweight satin construction also ensures decent breathability; as noted,
A lightweight satin will always breathe better than a heavy, stiff one.
scenario.press.
- Movement
Box pleat releases fabric during arm movement to prevent shoulder pull.
Why this is supported
The shirt features a
Box pleat in the back
stylight.cathat
creates a soft backward fold of fabric that releases when you move your arms forward, preventing the satin from pulling across the shoulder blades
Fit silhouette and the back box pleat — back_box_pleat. This prevents the shirt from pulling across the shoulders during arm extension, confirming the functional benefit.
- Silhouette
Box pleat lifts fabric for fluid drape, smooth layering, and airflow.
Why this is supported
The box pleat
lifts the fabric away from the spine and lets it billow softly with movement, enhancing the fluid drape of the satin
Fabric feel, drape, and breathability — box_pleat_s_billow, and the
combined with the
relaxed regular fit with back box pleat encourage air movement and prevent cling
Fabric feel, drape, and breathability — lightweight_satin_drape_and_breathability_trade_off. This confirms the box pleat enables fluid drape, smooth layering, and breathability.
- Stain removal
Fresh stains lift easily with dish soap and cool water.
Why this is supported
The Fabric Index confirms that for polyester satin,
Most stains lift easily from polyester.
thefabricindex.comSo dish soap and cool water suffice for treating fresh stains before washing.
- Machine wash
Machine wash cold on gentle, inside out, in a mesh bag.
Why this is supported
The Fabric Index states:
Machine wash on the gentle or delicate cycle in cold water. Turn the garment inside out and place it in a mesh laundry bag to protect the glossy surface from snagging.
thefabricindex.comThese instructions are appropriate for the recycled polyester satin of this shirt.
- Wrinkle resistance
Resists wrinkles better than cotton or silk.
Why this is supported
The recycled polyester satin
resists wrinkles better than natural fibers
clothingdigest.com, though tight folding can still set creases, so care is needed to avoid permanent marks.
- Care
Hang to prevent permanent creases; steam to safely remove wrinkles.
Why this is supported
For wrinkle care, steam is preferred:
Steaming is the preferred method for all satin types.
thefabricindex.comIf ironing is needed,
Use the lowest heat setting. Place a clean white cotton cloth between the iron and the satin. Iron on the reverse side only.
thefabricindex.comTo prevent permanent creases,
Folding satin creates creases that can become permanent if left long enough
thefabricindex.com, so hang the shirt on a padded hanger to maintain its drape.
- Storage
Store on a padded hanger; avoid folding to prevent permanent creases.
Why this is supported
The fabric index advises that
Hang satin garments on padded hangers. Wire or plastic hangers can leave impressions on the soft weave and create dents that are difficult to remove.
thefabricindex.comAdditionally, it notes that
For slip dresses and lightweight charmeuse, hanging is preferable to folding. Folding satin creates creases that can become permanent if left long enough, especially in silk.
thefabricindex.com- Historical legacy
The narrow banker stripe was a 19th-century bank employee code and later a symbol of women's power dressing.
Why this is supported
The banker stripe originated as a 19th-century bank identifier:
Within the banking houses of the City, pinstripes functioned almost as a form of code.
rntailoring.co.ukBy the 1980s, it was a tool for women's authority,
using its sharp vertical lines as a tool for authority in male-dominated environments.
rntailoring.co.ukLater, designers
reinterpreted pinstripes, divorcing them from strictly formal associations
capitolhillclothiers.com.
- Modern styling
The satin fabric softens the pattern's formal origins, making this shirt a versatile new basic.
Why this is supported
The satiny fabric gives this shirt a soft drape and subtle sheen, reducing the pattern's corporate formality.
Banker stripes are the new basics.
jessicawang.comThis positions it as a versatile foundation piece that pairs with neutral trousers or denim.
- Versatility
Pairs with denim, trousers, or a blazer for a desk-to-dinner look.
Why this is supported
Style sources describe the banker stripe as
Banker stripes are the new basics.
jessicawang.com. The satin's fluid drape softens the stripe, enabling versatile pairings with denim or trousers for a desk-to-dinner look. The back box pleat adds comfort for all-day wear, and
you may want to wear a camisole underneath if you prefer extra coverage.
Is the fabric see-through or sheer, requiring a camisole or lining underneath?.
- Elongation
Vertical stripes create a lengthening effect for a taller, leaner silhouette.
Why this is supported
The vertical stripes
are loved for their ability to elongate the figure, making them a flattering choice for many body types.
capitolhillclothiers.com.
- Heritage
The 1/8-inch banker stripe carries tailoring heritage from 19th-century banking to 80s power dressing.
Why this is supported
The distinctive 1/8-inch banker stripe, described as
The Banker Stripe is very similar to the Bengal Stripe, but with thinner 1/8′ white lines almost ALWAYS on a baby blue background.
fashionangelwarrior.com, has roots in 19th-century London banking, where
Within the banking houses of the City, pinstripes functioned almost as a form of code. Each institution developed its own variation — subtle differences in stripe width and spacing that identified its employees.
rntailoring.co.uk. In the 1980s,
Women, too, adopted the pinstripe during this period, using its sharp vertical lines as a tool for authority in male-dominated environments.
rntailoring.co.uk. Today, designers have reinterpreted pinstripes,
divorcing them from strictly formal associations.
capitolhillclothiers.com, confirming the pattern's lasting fashion credibility.
- Competitive pricing
$89 CAD, no pattern premium; undercuts the ~$100 M&S satin shirt with recycled fabric, box pleat, and tone-on-tone buttons.
Why this is supported
Within the Contemporaine satin shirt collection, pricing is consistent across patterns:
$89 ContemporaineLoose Fluid Satin Shirt - Blue
lyst.comThe shirt is designed in Canada, an
Contemporaine by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada
stylight.cawhich avoids licensing markups. Compared to the M&S Autograph striped satin shirt,
£59
marksandspencer.com(~$100 CAD), this shirt includes the same detail level—
offering the added details of a box pleat and shiny tone-on-tone buttons as standard
Value compared to similar satin shirts — m_s_autograph_pricing_benchmark— but at $89 CAD. The banker stripe pattern adds value, with style sites calling it
Banker stripes are the new basics
jessicawang.com, boosting versatility in the wardrobe.
The shirt is listed at $89 CAD online.
$89
lyst.comIt is advertised as being
Made with recycled plastic bottles
stylight.caFor context, a comparable competitor's shirt is priced at
- Recycled polyester
Half the shirt's fabric is 50% recycled polyester from ~60 bottles per kg, cutting energy 59% and CO2 71% vs virgin, with identical feel.
Why this is supported
The recycled polyester in this shirt's satin fabric repurposes plastic bottles and reduces environmental impact significantly.
Each kilogram of rPET fabric is produced from approximately 60 plastic bottles
textiletuts.comand, as a textile expertise site reports, the production process achieves
59% lower energy consumption and 71% lower CO2 emissions per ton compared to virgin polyester production — while achieving identical textile performance specifications.
textiletuts.comThat performance parity extends to the hand feel: a manufacturer Q&A states
The recycled polyester satin in this shirt feels very similar to traditional satin. Modern recycled polyester is processed to have the same smoothness and fluid drape as virgin polyester satin, so you won't notice a difference in hand feel or movement.
How does the recycled polyester satin feel compared to traditional satin? Is it less smooth or has a different drape?
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve satiny button-up shirt with vertical thin light stripes, collar, visible buttons, and sleeves rolled to the forearm; front hem partially tucked into a high-waist beige bottom.
- Body fabric and finishShirt body appears to be a satiny smooth woven fabric with a subtle sheen visible on the torso and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.18 · w 0.72 · h 0.54 (high) - Stripe patternVertical evenly spaced thin light-colored stripes running top-to-bottom across the shirt front and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.18 · w 0.72 · h 0.54 (high) - Collar and placketPointed shirt collar with a full-length button placket down the center front; placket sits slightly open at the upper chest.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.12 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high) - ButtonsRound dark buttons are visible along the center placket and one button at each cuff.
2 regions
x 0.38 · y 0.22 · w 0.10 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.54 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (medium) - Sleeve stylingLong sleeves pushed or rolled up to the forearms creating soft horizontal folds; cuffs remain visible.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.50 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.42 · w 0.18 · h 0.26 (high) - Hem and tuckFront hem is partially tucked into the high-waist beige bottom, producing a slight blousing at the waist.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.58 · w 0.50 · h 0.20 (high) - FitShirt has a relaxed, slightly loose fit across the torso with soft drape over the body.
Other
Studio portrait of a model wearing the shirt against a plain light background with even soft lighting and minimal shadows; image crops near the model's mid-thigh and includes the model's head and hands placed in pockets.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from head to mid-thigh, facing slightly toward camera with hands in the front pockets of the bottom garment.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.02 · w 0.80 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light neutral background with diffuse, soft studio lighting and minimal visible shadows under the arms and around the waist.
- Image cropImage is vertically oriented and cropped near mid-thigh; full sleeves and most of the bottom garment are visible but lower legs are outside frame.
Colors
navy blue· shirt body#1C223Doff-white stripe· vertical stripesdark navy/black· buttons#13142B- Body fabric and finishShirt body appears to be a satiny smooth woven fabric with a subtle sheen visible on the torso and sleeves.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve satiny shirt with vertical thin light stripes, a horizontal-ruled yoke at the shoulders, center back pleat, rounded shirttail hem, and buttoned cuffs.
- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve, loose-fitting shirt shown from the back with a slightly curved, rounded shirttail hem that extends lower at the center back.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.62 (high) - Fabric finishSmooth satiny sheen visible across the shirt body and sleeves, with subtle highlights on folds.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.62 (medium) - Stripe patternVertical thin light stripes running down the body and sleeves; stripes are evenly spaced and contrast with the darker ground color.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.62 (high) - Shoulder yokeHorizontal yoke across the upper back with stripes oriented horizontally on the yoke, creating a contrast with the vertical stripes below.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.76 · h 0.12 (high) - Center back pleatSingle vertical back pleat starting below the yoke and running toward the hem, visible as a straight vertical fold.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.26 · w 0.12 · h 0.48 (high) - Cuffs and sleeve detailLong sleeves finish in buttoned cuffs with visible cuff plackets; each cuff shows two vertically arranged buttons and matching stripes aligned with the sleeve.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.66 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.66 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (medium) - Partial occlusion by hairUpper central back area is partially covered by the model's long hair, obscuring a small portion of the yoke and upper stripes.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.08 · w 0.40 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing the model from the rear in front of a plain light background; beige skirt is visible below the shirt and the model's hair and hands are present. Soft even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionPortrait-format studio photograph centered on the model's back from head to hips; the shirt occupies the central portion of the frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundEven, light neutral background with no visible props or scenery.
- Visible prop - skirtBeige skirt or lower garment visible from the model's waist down, occupying the bottom portion of the image.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.76 · w 0.76 · h 0.20 (high) - Model hair and handModel's red hair drapes over the upper back and a right hand is partially inserted into the skirt pocket at the right image edge.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.04 · w 0.46 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.74 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (medium) - LightingSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing mild highlights on satiny fabric and minimal harsh shadows.
Colors
deep navy· main body#212643light off-white· stripe lines- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve, loose-fitting shirt shown from the back with a slightly curved, rounded shirttail hem that extends lower at the center back.
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Customer Reviews
28 total28 reviews · out of 5
Satisfaite!
Belle chemise confortable. Ne pas hésiter à prendre plus petit que sa grandeur normale. Idéalement essayer en boutique pour la grandeur exacte.
Un incontournable chic et intemporel
Belle coupe, le tissu soyeux et fluide donne du chic. Un ajout intemporel dans une garde robe minimaliste.
Fits large
Super cute, just be warned that this fits oversized.
Stylish dress shirt
Absolutely love this shirt! Easily can be dressed up or paired with a nice pair of jeans. The khaki colour is rich and very much in style this season.
Belle qualité, très belle couleur.
Je l'ai recommandée à ma soeur, qui l'a achetée également.
Not for me
I felt like I was wearing Pajamas
Je recommande ce vêtement
Le fini satiné est doux, léger et tombe impeccablement bien sur la silhouette. Ses détails soignés, tels que les boutons lustrés ton sur ton et le pli creux au dos, apportent une touche de sophistication discrète. J'apprécie son allure intemporelle qui traverse les saisons et s'agence aussi bien avec un complet qu'avec un jean brut. Un excellent achat, confortable et bien coupé!
Stripe shirt
Great looking and satiny feel. Runs big I returned the medium and ordered small.
Beautiful
Beautiful, elegant & stylish
Classy
confort, doux, elegant
Élégant
Beau tissus satiné, belle longueur, belle couleur
Chemise satinée rayure
Non satisfaite car j’habille du médium et elle était beaucoup trop grande!
Chemise satinée
Très belle chemise
Belle chemise
Chemise de qualité, peut se porter avec un jean’s ou p’us habillée, toutefois, fait grand
Tel que décrite . Très
Tel que décrite . Très chic et pouvant également porté décontracté avec un jeans . À la suite des commentaires concernant la taille j'ai commandé une taille plus petite que celle que je prend habituellement.
très belle chemise
très belle chemise
Fait très bien
Bon fit, assez grande même !
Wow!
Wow!
Parfait
Parfait
Blelle chemise
Très belle chemise , belle couleur et belle qualité de tissu. Elle tombe très bien
Soyeuse
Belle chemise douce, soyeuse et polyvalente
Shiryy
Fits small
Nice and feminine
The fabric is silky giving it a nice feminine touch.
Nice, but shapeless and a bit big
I had ordered a different blouse previously in XXL, a size I usually wear, but it was too big, so I ordered an XL, which did fit. So I ordered this banker stripe shirt in XL, and it was a bit too big. I will try a Large.
Super belle
J’adore ce chemisier. Elle est peut faire chic ou vêtement de bureau ou pour un 5 à 7.
Wanted to love this
Pretty fabric and pattern, but too big for my petite frame so returned it.
Blouse lignee
Tres joli fait bien
Elegance
Tres jolie, le tissu est superbe tombe bien