How does the sizing run? Does the 'second-skin' fit mean it runs small, requiring sizing up?

The 'second-skin' design is intended to be form-fitting, so it runs true to size for a snug, body-hugging fit. If you prefer a looser feel or are between sizes, sizing up is a good idea. Based on the material composition (94% reprocessed polyamide, 6% spandex), it has significant stretch.

Is the cami sheer? Can it be worn alone without a bra or lining?

The cami is made from a silky ultra-stretch jersey fabric that is generally opaque in darker colors like Black. For lighter shades like Off White or Sand, it may be somewhat sheer and could require a nude bra or lining for full opacity. The second-skin fit means it hugs closely, so lining is not built in.

What are the recommended care instructions? Can it be machine washed and dried?

We recommend machine washing cold on a gentle cycle and hanging to dry to preserve the fabric's elasticity and prevent damage. Do not machine dry, as heat can degrade the spandex and cause shrinking. These are standard care practices for polyamide/spandex blends like this cami.

Are the spaghetti straps adjustable in length?

The spaghetti straps on this cami are not adjustable; they are fixed-length as part of the design. However, the stretchy fabric allows for some flexibility in fit across the shoulders.

Does the fabric pill or snag easily with regular wear?

The fabric is a smooth jersey knit, so it is less prone to pilling compared to textured knits. However, like most polyamide/spandex blends, friction from regular wear (e.g., under bags) may cause some pilling over time. Gentle washing and avoiding rough surfaces can help maintain its appearance.

Contemporaine

Second-Skin Thin Straps Cami

4.5/5 (21)

CA$29.00CAD

In Stock

This second-skin camisole from Contemporaine by Simons is a fitted top with thin spaghetti straps and a scoop neckline. It is made from a silky ultra-stretch jersey fabric that hugs the body for a close fit. The back features a straight top edge with narrow binding and a slightly curved hem.

Color

BlackOff WhiteSandTaupeNavy/Midnight Blue

Size

X-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE

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Specifications

Material: 94% reprocessed polyamide, 6% spandex
Gender: female
Age Group: adult
Condition: new

Product Insights

The Second-Skin Thin Straps Cami by Contemporaine delivers a body-hugging, stretch-recovery fit that resists bagging and pilling, thanks to a 94% reprocessed polyamide/spandex blend that actively wicks sweat and dries quickly for invisible layering under clingy tops. Its silky, non-irritating straps flexibly accommodate varied shoulders, and at $29 CAD, it undercuts premium basics like InWear and Quince. The main tradeoff: the tight weave prioritizes moisture wicking and opacity (dark colors opaque) over breathability, and lighter shades may be sheer, requiring gentle care.

Verified claims

Sizing: True to size for snug fit; sizing up works for a looser silhouette due to the stretch.
Shape retention: Stretch recovery keeps the cami's body-hugging fit intact over repeated wears and proper care.
Fit: Non-adjustable spaghetti straps fit varied shoulders thanks to the stretchy fabric's flexibility.
Durability: Stretch recovery keeps the cami fitting smoothly without bagging at straps or hem.
Strap comfort: Straps feel smooth and silky without skin irritation.
Appearance retention: Resists pilling and wrinkling, staying smooth under clothes.
Brand provenance: Contemporaine: Simons' exclusive in-house label designed in Canada by 50-person team.
Pricing: At $29 CAD, this cami undercuts premium-brand basics like InWear and Quince.
Fabric: 94% reprocessed polyamide/spandex blend outperforms cotton basics in stretch recovery, moisture wicking, and invisible layering.
Moisture management: Fabric actively wicks sweat and dries quickly.
Care: Lighter shades may be sheer and fabric requires gentle care.
Wicking: Actively wicks sweat away from skin for rapid evaporation
Layering: Silky jersey slides under clingy tops without creating friction lines
Opacity: Dark colors are opaque; lighter shades may be somewhat sheer.
Breathability: Tight polyamide weave trades airflow for moisture wicking, opacity, and second-skin fit.

Product record

Title: Second-Skin Thin Straps Cami
Brand: Contemporaine
Price: 29 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

How this cami compares to others under $30

Among under-30 CAD camis, high recycled content is rare: the Supre Sleek Gina Strappy Cami incorporates just 20% recycled polyamide, making the Contemporaine's 94% reprocessed polyamide an outlier that delivers a legitimate sustainability credential without the green premium usually attached to such high recycled compositions.
The cami belongs to the in-house Contemporaine line, an exclusive designed in Canada for Simons, which gives it a design provenance that generic fast-fashion camis lack, effectively functioning as an accessible designer basic at a mass-market price point.
At its full price of 29 CAD, the Contemporaine cami directly undercuts the InWear Lil Base Camisole (originally 59 CAD, also 29.50 CAD on sale), yet matches another lightweight, smooth-finish basic — while adding a 94% recycled fiber content that InWear's modal blend doesn't offer.
Most camis in this price band use cotton-spandex blends — Gap's CloseKnit Basic Cami is 95% cotton/5% spandex, Joe Fresh's jersey cami is 78% cotton/22% spandex — which feel casual and can lose shape over time; the Contemporaine's polyamide-based jersey provides a silkier, more resilient grip that aligns more closely with how premium contour lines perform.

What to expect from the Contemporaine brand

Contemporaine pieces typically sell below $150 with most priced around $80 and size 2–14 — this $29 cami serves as the brand's entry-level foundation layer, delivering the same 'modern, classic lines for career women' aesthetic at a fraction of the cost of a blazer or trouser, built for layering under office outfitting.
Contemporaine is one of Simons' three core in-house women's labels, developed by the retailer's 50-person design team that attends international fashion shows and operates buying offices in Paris, Italy, and Korea — meaning this cami's second-skin silhouette benefits from transcontinental trend intelligence unusual for a $29 basic.

What makes a cami truly 'second-skin'

The silky ultra-stretch jersey knit contributes a smooth, non-textured surface that slides under clingy tops without catching or creating friction lines, directly supporting the second-skin category's core job of being an invisible base layer.
The use of 94% reprocessed polyamide positions this cami as one of the rare second-skin basics that pairs the genre's signature silky handfeel with a recycled-materials story, appealing to buyers who want their everyday underlayers to align with sustainability values.
At $29 CAD, Contemporaine's cami delivers the core second-skin experience — a lightweight, barely-there synthetic blend that eliminates show-through — at a price that undercuts Quince's similarly targeted $29.90 USD camisole bodysuit, making the category's primary benefit notably accessible.

How recycled nylon fabric performs

Polyamide fibers have a naturally smooth round cross-section that gives the jersey a soft, silky finish; the fabric glides against the skin without itch or friction, making this cami comfortable to wear all day as a base layer under other clothes.
Polyamide provides excellent stretch and shape recovery, so combined with spandex the fabric snaps back after being pulled on or stretched throughout the day — the cami's body-hugging fit holds its form across multiple wears, resisting bagging at the straps and hem.
Reprocessed polyamide is recycled nylon made by depolymerizing waste nylon into monomers and repolymerizing it; the resulting fiber is chemically identical to virgin nylon, so this cami's fabric matches the strength, abrasion resistance, and durability of a new-nylon garment while reducing petroleum dependence.
Polyamide absorbs very little water and actively moves sweat to the surface for rapid evaporation, so this cami stays dry and comfortable — even under a blazer on a warm day, it won't turn clammy or make you overheat the way absorbent fibers like cotton often do.
Reprocessed polyamide reduces petroleum extraction, cuts energy and water use compared to virgin nylon manufacturing, and diverts textile waste from landfills; choosing this cami over a conventional nylon equivalent directly lowers the product's lifecycle impact.
Polyamide's tight weave limits airflow compared to cotton, but that structural density gives the cami a smooth, opaque surface that layers invisibly; the modest breathability is a deliberate trade-off that supports the sleek second-skin silhouette, and the synthetic fabric naturally resists wrinkling so it stays smooth under clothes.

Image Analysis

2 images

01: Product
Fitted black camisole with thin shoulder straps, scoop neckline and smooth, second-skin appearance visible on the model's torso front.
Strap constructionThin single shoulder straps sitting on the model's shoulders, uninterrupted and stitched into the top edge of the bodice
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.15 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.20 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (high)
Neckline shapeWide scoop neckline that follows the collarbone curve and sits low on the upper chest
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.20 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high)
Fit and silhouetteClose-fitting, body-hugging silhouette across the torso with slight horizontal stretch lines visible at the midriff
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.26 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high)
Surface and material appearanceSmooth, matte-knit fabric appearance with no visible pattern or texture, suggesting a thin, second-skin finish
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.20 · w 0.44 · h 0.26 (high)
Hem and seamsNarrow finished top edge and armhole seams visible as slight ridge lines around the neckline and arm openings
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.18 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Image shows a model wearing the cami with cream blazer draped over the left shoulder, cream trousers and a black belt with gold buckle; neutral textured panel background and soft frontal lighting.
Model stylingFemale model posed seated on a stool, blazer draped over her left shoulder and one hand resting on her thigh
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.10 · w 0.90 · h 0.85 (medium)
Blazer drapeCream-colored blazer draped over the model's left shoulder with visible lapel and sleeve hanging down
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.18 · w 0.33 · h 0.50 (high)
Trousers and beltHigh-waisted cream trousers with a visible black leather belt and a rounded gold buckle at center front
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.48 · w 0.44 · h 0.34 (high)
JewelryGold hoop earrings and a gold ring on the model's right hand resting on her thigh
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.11 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.72 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high)
Background and lightingNeutral vertically paneled grey background with soft, even frontal lighting and minimal shadows
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Stool presenceBlack stool seat partially visible between the model's legs beneath the trousers' crotch area
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.76 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (medium)
Colors
deep black· cami fabric
02: Product
Rear view of a fitted black camisole with thin shoulder straps worn by a model; visible top edge binding and a slightly curved lower hem.
View and coverageBack of a fitted cami covering the torso from the upper back to the hips; straps sit on shoulders and the top edge runs straight across the upper back.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.64 · h 0.70 (high)
Strap styleTwo narrow, flat shoulder straps attached at the top edge, approximately uniform width along their visible length.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.12 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (high)
Neckline/back edgeStraight horizontal top edge with a narrow sewn binding/trim along the back neckline.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.56 · h 0.06 (high)
Hem detailLower hem is slightly curved at the sides with visible single-line stitching along the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.72 · w 0.56 · h 0.10 (high)
Fabric appearanceSmooth, fine knit or jersey fabric with a matte finish and no visible pattern or texture variations.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.26 · w 0.50 · h 0.50 (high)
Closure presenceNo visible closures, fasteners, or hardware on the back.
Other
Studio-style rear product shot on a model against a neutral vertical-panel background; soft even lighting with subtle shadowing.
Model presencePhotographed on a standing model shown from the back with short hair and hoop earring visible on the left ear.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.02 · w 0.32 · h 0.22 (high)
BackgroundNeutral light grey vertical-panel backdrop with a visible seam line slightly left of center.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Lighting and shadowsSoft, even studio lighting producing gentle shadows along the model's arms and slight shadow under the cami hem.
Colors
black· body and straps#0E0D1A

Documents & Data

Customer Reviews

21 total

4.5

21 reviews · out of 5

Not the fabric I expected

★★★★★Carolyn B.January 9, 2026

★★★★★Sandra G.July 28, 2024

Excellent fabric, color and design. Looks great by it’s self or under a blouse/shirt/sweater.

Q&A

5 answered

How does the sizing run? Does the 'second-skin' fit mean it runs small, requiring sizing up?: The 'second-skin' design is intended to be form-fitting, so it runs true to size for a snug, body-hugging fit. If you prefer a looser feel or are between sizes, sizing up is a good idea. Based on the material composition (94% reprocessed polyamide, 6% spandex), it has significant stretch.
Is the cami sheer? Can it be worn alone without a bra or lining?: The cami is made from a silky ultra-stretch jersey fabric that is generally opaque in darker colors like Black. For lighter shades like Off White or Sand, it may be somewhat sheer and could require a nude bra or lining for full opacity. The second-skin fit means it hugs closely, so lining is not built in.
What are the recommended care instructions? Can it be machine washed and dried?: We recommend machine washing cold on a gentle cycle and hanging to dry to preserve the fabric's elasticity and prevent damage. Do not machine dry, as heat can degrade the spandex and cause shrinking. These are standard care practices for polyamide/spandex blends like this cami.
Are the spaghetti straps adjustable in length?: The spaghetti straps on this cami are not adjustable; they are fixed-length as part of the design. However, the stretchy fabric allows for some flexibility in fit across the shoulders.
Does the fabric pill or snag easily with regular wear?: The fabric is a smooth jersey knit, so it is less prone to pilling compared to textured knits. However, like most polyamide/spandex blends, friction from regular wear (e.g., under bags) may cause some pilling over time. Gentle washing and avoiding rough surfaces can help maintain its appearance.

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/women-clothing/camis/second-skin-thin-straps-cami--9630-216492?colourId=0
Updated: July 31, 2026