Gathered micromesh cami product image (primary)
Sleeveless plaid micromesh cami with a high, wide neckline, fitted torso and visible side gathering on the right side; fabric appears semi-sheer micromesh with an all-over tartan plaid pattern continuing into a matching skirt.

Icône

Gathered Micromesh Cami

4.6/5 (15)
CA$35.00CAD
In Stock

The Gathered Micromesh Cami is a fitted, slightly cropped camisole with a boat neckline and gathered waist. It is constructed from a supple, stretch micro-mesh fabric made from recycled polyester, and features a double layer that gives it a subtly sheer appearance. This exclusive design by Icône by Simons is made in Canada.

Color

BlackChocolate/EspressoPatterned BrownPatterned GreenPatterned Blue

Size

X-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE

Specifications

Material
Mesh: 95% polyester made from recycled plastic, 5% spandex
Gender
female
Age Group
adult
Condition
new

Product Insights

The Gathered Micromesh Cami from Icône combines a crisp boat neck and a soft blouson that sits cleanly on high-waisted bottoms without tucking, thanks to 5% spandex blended with 95% recycled polyester for shape recovery and fabric stability. The micro-mesh fabric is breathable and quick-drying, while the spandex ensures fit retention through wear and washing. The tradeoff: darker colors are essentially opaque but may faintly show seams under bright light. Designed as a fitted, slightly cropped cami, it resists wrinkles, shrinking, and pilling, making it travel-ready with simple care instructions.

Verified claims

Blouson effect
Creates a soft blouson that sits cleanly on high-waisted bottoms without tucking.
Neckline integrity
5% spandex blend keeps the boat neck crisp after wear and washing.
Jewelry
Layered chains or a statement necklace enhance the boat neck's focal point.
Blouson fit
Gathered waist creates a soft blouson that sits cleanly atop high-waisted bottoms.
Sustainability
95% recycled polyester diverts plastic waste from oceans and reduces virgin petrochemical use.
Fit retention
5% spandex provides elastic recovery; the durable polyester resists bagging, shrinking, and pilling.
Breathability
Micro-mesh fabric permits high airflow and dries quickly to keep you cool.
Shape recovery
Spandex recovery keeps gathered waist and neckline crisp.
Fabric stability
Recycled polyester resists shrinking, stretching, and wrinkling.
Coverage
Darker colors (black, chocolate) make the double-layer cami essentially opaque; seams may faintly show under bright light.
Sizing
Order your usual size for the fitted, slightly cropped silhouette.
Fit durability
The 5% spandex preserves the fitted shape, boat neck, and gathered waist through wear.
Styling
The gathered hem pairs naturally with high-waisted bottoms without tucking.
Sheerness
Darker colors minimize sheerness so undergarments typically don't show through.
Care
Cold water, air dry, no softener, mesh bag keep sheen and shape.
Fabric integrity
Spandex blend resists wrinkles and preserves boat neck shape.
Travel readiness
Sink-washed and ready to wear — wrinkle-free, shape-retaining, and dry in hours.

Product record

Title
Gathered Micromesh Cami
Brand
Icône
Price
35 CAD
Availability
In stock

Deep Research

Recycled micromesh feel and sustainability

  • Polyester mesh fabrics — micro-mesh included — are engineered with an open structure that permits substantially higher air permeability than compact double-knits like interlock, allowing body heat and moisture vapor to escape more freely and keeping the wearer cooler whether the cami is worn alone or under a jacket.
  • Transforming discarded plastic bottles into rPET polyester diverts waste from oceans and landfills while consuming fewer virgin petrochemical resources than producing new polyester — a tangible environmental gain for a $35 everyday fashion piece.
  • Polyester's inherently low moisture regain of just 0.4% means the fibers resist absorbing liquid water, so the cami dries significantly faster than cotton equivalents after laundering or light perspiration — a practical edge for travel and warm-weather layering.
  • The 5% spandex blended into the recycled polyester knit supplies elastic recovery, so the cami's fitted silhouette — the boat neck, gathered waist, and close-to-body fit — retains its shape through all-day wear and repeated laundering rather than stretching out.

Care and durability of micromesh

  • Fabric softener coats synthetic fibers with a waxy residue that dulls the micromesh's sheen and can make the fabric feel less supple; omitting softener helps the cami retain its original smooth, stretchy hand.
  • Recycled polyester dries quickly — typically within a few hours indoors — so skipping the dryer avoids the high heat that degrades spandex and causes pilling on polyester, preserving the cami's shape and texture.
  • The fine micromesh knit can snag or pill when washed alongside zippered or rough items, so using a mesh laundry bag insulates the cami from friction and keeps its surface smooth over many washes.
  • Because the cami's gathered waist and body-hugging fit rely on the 5% spandex, washing in cold water is critical — at 40°C spandex begins to lose its elastic memory after 10–15 cycles, leading to a baggy waist and loss of shape.
  • Recycled polyester's inherent strength and dimensional stability mean the cami resists shrinking, stretching, and surface wear even after frequent laundering, provided heat is kept low, making the $35 piece a long-lasting staple.
  • Recycled polyester rarely wrinkles and holds its shape after washing, so the cami emerges from a cold wash and air-dry session ready to wear without ironing — ideal for a 'night out' piece that needs to look sharp with minimal effort.

Styling the boat neck and gathered waist

  • Because wide boat necks can stretch out in fabrics that lack recovery, the micro-mesh’s 5% spandex blend ensures the neckline snaps back to its crisp horizontal line after wear, preserving the collarbone-framing effect that gives the style its polished look all day.
  • The boat neck's horizontal cut frames the collarbones and immediately acts as the outfit's visual anchor; to complement it, stylists suggest a layered chain that follows the neckline's sweep or a statement necklace that draws attention to the wide opening, while bold earrings avoid competing with the clean line.
  • The gathered waist and slightly cropped hem naturally create a soft blouson that sits cleanly atop high-waisted trousers, jeans, or skirts without any tucking — the gathering adds shaping at the waist while the cropped length aligns with the rise of modern high-waisted silhouettes, removing bulk and keeping the proportion balanced.

Image Analysis

3 images
Gathered micromesh cami product image (primary)
01

Product

Sleeveless plaid micromesh cami with a high, wide neckline, fitted torso and visible side gathering on the right side; fabric appears semi-sheer micromesh with an all-over tartan plaid pattern continuing into a matching skirt.

  • Neckline and shouldersHigh, wide boat-style neckline that runs almost horizontally across the collarbone; sleeveless arm openings with narrow finished edges.
    1 regionx 0.16 · y 0.06 · w 0.68 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Torso fit and ruchingFitted torso with pronounced horizontal gathering/ruching concentrated at the right side of the waist (viewer right) producing a draped, slightly asymmetrical hem line.
    1 regionx 0.46 · y 0.34 · w 0.32 · h 0.28 (high)
  • Fabric transparency and layeringThin, slightly sheer micromesh fabric showing faint layering effects where it gathers; pattern remains visible through overlapped folds.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.28 · w 0.40 · h 0.36 (medium)
  • PatternAll-over tartan/plaid pattern with intersecting vertical and horizontal lines across the top and skirt, pattern alignment continuous between top and skirt.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.30 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high)
  • Visible seamVertical seam line visible at the right side of the hip where the top meets the skirt, following the body contour.
    1 regionx 0.62 · y 0.50 · w 0.16 · h 0.40 (medium)

Other

Studio portrait of a model wearing the cami against a plain light background with soft directional lighting from the left producing a shadow to the right; model poses with right hand on hip and left arm relaxed showing rings and hoop earrings.

  • Model poseThree-quarter frontal pose with torso facing forward, right arm bent and hand resting on hip, left arm hanging down holding rings; head facing camera.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.04 · w 0.84 · h 0.92 (high)
  • Accessories visibleLarge gold hoop earrings and multiple gold rings on left hand and right hand visible on the model.
    2 regionsx 0.58 · y 0.06 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.74 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Background and lightingPlain off-white background with soft directional lighting from upper-left causing a diffuse shadow to the right of the model.
  • Image crop and framingVertical crop showing model from upper thighs to above head, centered composition with slight rightward lean of the model within the frame.

Colors

warm brown· main fabric (plaid background)#6C4B3Cmustard· plaid accent lines#A38B6Cmuted purple· plaid accent lines
Gathered micromesh cami product image 2
02

Product

Rear three-quarter view of a fitted sleeveless cami made from a semi-sheer plaid micromesh fabric with side gathering; visible as a matching top that continues into a skirt at the waist.

  • View and poseModel turned slightly to the right showing the back and right side of the cami; upper back and right arm are fully visible while left side of torso is mostly out of frame.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.86 (high)
  • Sleeveless constructionCami has sleeveless armholes with narrow shoulder coverage and a rounded shallow back neckline.
    1 regionx 0.33 · y 0.06 · w 0.29 · h 0.21 (high)
  • Fabric appearanceSemi-sheer micromesh fabric with visible lightweight translucence and fine textured surface.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.48 · h 0.70 (high)
  • Plaid patternAll-over plaid made of intersecting horizontal and vertical stripes in darker and lighter tones creating a checked grid across the cami and skirt.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.20 · w 0.52 · h 0.66 (high)
  • Side gatheringVisible gathered ruching at the right side seam around the waist/hip area producing horizontal puckering in the fabric.
    1 regionx 0.51 · y 0.43 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Fit and silhouetteFitted, body-skimming silhouette that follows the contour from upper back through waist to hip.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.64 (high)
  • Matching lower garmentMatching plaid fabric continues below the waist suggesting a coordinated skirt or attached lower piece visible at the hip.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.60 · w 0.48 · h 0.33 (high)

Other

Studio shot with plain light background; model and accessories visible; even soft lighting casts minimal shadow to the right.

  • Background and lightingPlain off-white background with soft, even studio lighting and a faint shadow to the model's right on the backdrop.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Model stylingModel wearing long dark ponytail, gold hoop earring in right ear and multiple gold rings on right hand; hand resting near hip.
    2 regionsx 0.20 · y 0.04 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.76 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Shot compositionVertical portrait crop framing the model from upper head to mid-thigh, centered slightly left of image center.

Colors

muted brown-plum plaid· main plaid body#744C43mustard yellow· plaid accent stripes#CB7C4C
Gathered micromesh cami product image 3
03

Product

Sleeveless plaid micromesh cami top paired with a matching midi-length skirt; boat neckline, fitted bodice with gathered/ruched side detail, semi-sheer lightweight fabric.

  • Neckline and shouldersHigh, straight boat neckline with sleeveless cut and narrow shoulder coverage.
    1 regionx 0.26 · y 0.06 · w 0.48 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Bodice fit and gatheringFitted bodice with visible horizontal gathering/ruched fabric concentrated at the right side of the waist (model's left), creating soft folds across the midsection.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.22 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Fabric patternAll-over plaid / check pattern consisting of intersecting thin lines forming squares across the garment.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.64 · h 0.78 (high)
  • Sheerness and layeringSemi-sheer lightweight micromesh appearance; skirt shows a faint glimpse of silhouette/underlayer through the fabric, particularly where the model slightly lifts the skirt.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.52 · w 0.28 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Skirt length and shapeMidi-length straight skirt that falls below the calf with a relaxed drape and slight movement when lifted at the side.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.42 · w 0.56 · h 0.48 (high)
  • Side lift detailRight-hand side of the skirt is lightly pinched and lifted by the model, creating a diagonal fold and revealing more pronounced sheerness in that area.
    1 regionx 0.58 · y 0.52 · w 0.20 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Visible seams and hemNarrow stitched hem visible along the skirt bottom and a vertical seam line visible near the side panel.
    2 regionsx 0.24 · y 0.82 · w 0.52 · h 0.10 (medium); x 0.56 · y 0.46 · w 0.06 · h 0.36 (medium)

Other

Studio shot of a model against a plain off-white wall and beige floor; three-quarter full-body composition with soft lighting from left producing a cast shadow to the right.

  • Background and surfacePlain off-white wall background with a beige carpeted floor visible at the bottom edge of the frame.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Model poseModel stands facing slightly toward camera with weight on left leg, right hand holding a section of the skirt at hip height.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.88 (high)
  • Footwear visibleModel wears dark brown ballet-flat style shoes with a small bow on the toe.
    1 regionx 0.32 · y 0.86 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowSoft studio lighting from the left produces a gentle shadow of the model cast on the wall to the right.
    1 regionx 0.62 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.70 (high)

Colors

muted warm brown· main fabric#745344muted purple· plaid accent lines (cool tone)soft yellow tan· plaid accent lines (warm tone)#B49B7D

Customer Reviews

15 total
4.6

15 reviews · out of 5

Lovely summer top!

Lisa g.

Love this too. It’s super flattering and versatile.

camisole froncée microfilet

Carole E.

très belle, tissus délicat mais grandeur plus petit que la normale

Je l’aime beaucoup !

Louise M.

Je l’aime beaucoup !

bien

Claude T.

bien

Belle blouse style Monet

Nayla S.

Belle coupe et couleurs

Irises

Carmen N.

It looks like Irises by Van Gogh painting. Nice combination of colours.

Débardeur magnifique

Nathalie C.

je l’adore J’aurais pu prendre une taille moins grande, mais je voulais être confortable, le débardeur tombe très bien, je suis parfaitement bien dedans.

Gorgeous little top!

Catherine K.

Super flattering. Beautiful colours. Fits great.

Very flattering top

Shannon M.

Simple design. Lovely colour and fabric. Flattering.

Elle fait bien

Julie L.

Belle camisole, couleur comme sur la photo. Hâte que le beau temps arrive pour la porter.

Parfait

Aline H.

Parfait

Jolie camisole

Suzanne T.

Les couleurs sont belles et elle fait très bien

Basse qualité

JOHANNE T.

Basse qualité

Camisole froncée microfilet

Louise-Hélène B.

Très jolie et confo, éclatante.

Cute

Rabi A.

Fits well, pretty colours

Q&A

2 answered
How does the fit compare to other Icône camis? Should I size up, down, or true to size?
This cami is designed as a fitted, slightly cropped style, so we recommend ordering your usual size. Without specific fit comparisons to other Icône camis, we cannot guarantee differences, but the stretch micro-mesh fabric offers some give for a body-hugging fit.
How sheer is the double layer? Can the seams or undergarments show through in darker colors like black or chocolate?
The double-layer construction is described as 'subtly sheer,' meaning it provides coverage while allowing a very slight hint of skin. In darker colors like black or chocolate, the sheerness is minimized, and undergarments typically do not show through, though seams may be faintly visible under bright light.

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/women-clothing/camis/night-out/gathered-micromesh-cami--11318-225481?colourId=29
Updated