Contemporaine
Two-Button Felt Overcoat
Single-breasted felt overcoat (Simons exclusive) designed in Canada for use as a cold-weather outer layer. It has a straight fit, notch collar, two-button closure, slant front pockets, and a below-hip length. Construction features soft and stretch brushed felt made from a polyester blend of recycled plastic bottles, with a satiny lining at the sleeves only.
- Material
- Polyester blend made from recycled plastic bottles
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Color
Size
Specifications
Straight-fit overcoat crafted from soft stretch recycled polyester felt with satiny sleeve lining, notch collar, two-button front, and slant pockets.
Soft stretch brushed felt from recycled plastic bottles, satiny lining at sleeves, straight fit, notch collar, two-button closure, slant front pockets.
- Material
- Polyester blend made from recycled plastic bottles
- Secondary
- elastane
- Style
- classic
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Additional Attributes
- Soft and stretch brushed felt in a polyester blend made from recycled plastic bottles
- Fine satiny lining at the sleeves only
- Straight fit
- Notch collar
- Two-button closure
- Slant front pockets
- Simons exclusive designed in Canada
Product Insights
The Two-Button Felt Overcoat from Contemporaine ($150) is a recycled-polyester brushed felt coat that combines buttery-soft stretch and a relaxed drape with lightweight warmth, water resistance, and breathability for cool spring and fall days; it outperforms wool in stretch, water resistance, and wrinkle recovery, offering value and packable convenience, but the unlined body may generate static cling, the dry-clean care offsets some environmental gains, and sleeves often require hemming, making it a mild-weather piece with tradeoffs in sustainability and fit.
Verified claims
- Material
- Body is recycled-polyester brushed felt; lining is 100% polyester.
- Feel
- Buttery-soft brushed felt with stretch and a relaxed casual drape.
- Performance
- Lightweight brushed felt provides insulation for cool days, sheds light rain, and breathes.
- Warmth
- Polyester felt traps air for a warmth-to-weight ratio buyers praise.
- Weather resistance
- Water-resistant polyester sheds moisture and stays warm when damp.
- Seasonality
- Unlined breathability suits cool spring and fall days, say reviewers.
- Color
- The Ecru/Linen variant is beige, not off-white, per buyer reports.
- Comfort
- Breathable, stretchy felt with satin-lined sleeves offers airy comfort and easy movement.
- Static
- Unlined body relaxes the drape but may generate static cling against smooth layers.
- Care
- Dry clean, de-pill with fabric shaver, steam wrinkles, and store on padded hanger maintain the brushed felt.
- Sleeve length
- Buyers report long sleeves; hemming is often needed.
- Sustainability tradeoffs
- Dry cleaning required and unlined body offset some environmental gains.
- Transparency
- Exact recycled polyester percentage is not specified.
- Temperature regulation
- Breathable for mild climates; felt provides lightweight warmth, not for deep cold.
- Value
- Polyester coat at $150 outperforms wool in stretch, water resistance, and wrinkle recovery.
- Fit
- Stretch brushed felt maintains clean drape over sweaters and office attire.
- Lightweight
- Warm without weight, wrinkle-resistant, and packable for travel.
Product record
- Title
- Two-Button Felt Overcoat
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 150 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Sizing and fit of the straight cut
- The polyester-blend felt has inherent stretch, which means the straight cut delivers a boxy silhouette without stiffness — you get room to layer over a sweater without the coat pulling across the back, and the fabric's give helps maintain a clean drape even on a frame that fills the size out.
- The product images feature the coat in a size small, providing a direct visual reference for how the straight, unlined silhouette hangs on a standard sample size — useful for estimating whether the relaxed fit will read as intended on your usual size, or if sizing down is needed for a closer-to-body look.
Long-term care for brushed felt coats
- When occasional surface pills do appear, a battery-operated fabric shaver is the recommended home remedy — its guarded blade cuts pills cleanly at the fiber's surface without pulling or marring the underlying brushed nap, so the coat can be refreshed between dry cleanings without professional service.
- Storing this coat on a broad, padded hanger rather than a narrow wire hook distributes weight evenly to prevent shoulder bumps that crush the brushed fabric, while folding should be avoided entirely as it can set permanent creases in the soft felt.
- A handheld garment steamer — not an iron — is the safest tool for relaxing wrinkles and compression marks in polyester felt at home, as the gentle steam lifts the fibers without the crushing pressure and high heat that can permanently flatten the brushed texture.
Layering under an unlined coat
- The unlined body makes this coat inherently well-suited to milder climates and transitional weather, because without a full lining it allows excess body heat to escape rather than trapping perspiration, a design that style writers specifically call out as ideal for shoulder seasons and people who tend to overheat in fully lined outerwear.
How warm recycled polyester felt actually is
- The brushed texture of the recycled polyester felt creates countless tiny air pockets that slow heat loss, delivering a lightweight insulating barrier that makes this overcoat comfortable for cool, dry days when worn over a sweater — without the heft of a padded or wool coat.
- Recycled polyester felt resists absorbing water, so the coat maintains its insulating properties in damp, misty, or snowy weather — a characteristic that gives it an edge over natural wool felts that can lose thermal efficiency when wet.
Value compared to wool overcoats
- The polyester felt is inherently hydrophobic, so it sheds light rain and snow rather than absorbing moisture and becoming heavy like a wool coat would — a functional edge for commuting and shoulder-season wear where unexpected showers are a factor.
- The brushed felt’s inherent stretch provides extra give through the shoulders and back, permitting a full range of motion and comfortable layering over chunky knits — a forgiveness that stiff, non-stretch wool overcoats can’t match, and one that makes this coat particularly practical over winter sweaters.
- The polyester blend is produced from recycled plastic bottles, diverting post-consumer waste into a soft brushed felt that feels remarkably close to wool while avoiding the environmental guilt of virgin synthetics — a sustainable play that, at $150, sidesteps the green premium often attached to eco-conscious coats.
- Because polyester felt resists wrinkles and shrinkage far more effectively than wool, this coat can be packed in a suitcase or tossed onto a hook without developing set-in creases, and it won’t come out of storage smaller than when it went in — a low-maintenance advantage for travelers and anyone who hates ironing outerwear.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Single-breasted long felt overcoat shown on a model from the front with two visible buttons, notched lapels, side pockets, and full-length sleeves; coat surface appears matte and densely felted.
- Overall silhouetteStraight long overcoat worn open on the model's left side and partially closed on the right; falls below the hip with a straight hem visible at the lower image edge.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.66 · h 0.80 (high) - Notched lapelsWide notched lapels with a visible inner fold and a triangular notch where lapel meets collar on both sides; left lapel lies flat against chest.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.10 · w 0.34 · h 0.20 (high) - ButtonsTwo large round buttons visible on the right-front placket; both buttons are dark and sewn on the outer fabric.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Left hand pocketVertical side pocket on the model's left side with the model's hand inserted, causing a subtle horizontal opening and fabric pull.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.52 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (high) - Sleeve detailFull-length sleeves with plain felt finish; left sleeve cuff shows a small dark button detail near the wrist.
2 regions
x 0.09 · y 0.48 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.73 · y 0.64 · w 0.14 · h 0.24 (medium) - Fabric surfaceMatte, densely felted wool-like texture visible across coat surface with fine, uniform nap and no visible weave.
- Inner placket and lining (partial)Slim inner placket/lining visible along the open left front edge, slightly darker than outer felt.Partial
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.36 · w 0.12 · h 0.48 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model against a plain light background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows; framing is mid-thigh and centered.
- Model and poseFemale model shown standing, facing forward with a slight three-quarter turn; left arm bent with hand in pocket and right arm relaxed at side.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.02 · w 0.90 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingUniform neutral light background (near-white) with soft diffuse lighting producing minimal harsh shadows and gentle front illumination.
- Visible garments other than coatCharcoal V-neck knit sweater layered under the coat and dark high-waist trousers visible from waist down; a slim metallic belt ring is visible at the waist.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.28 · w 0.34 · h 0.36 (high) - Image cropImage is cropped at mid-thigh; full coat length below this crop is not visible.
Colors
light taupe grey· coat outer fabric#9B8C8Bcharcoal· sweater#3B393Every dark charcoal· trousers#2A2325- Overall silhouetteStraight long overcoat worn open on the model's left side and partially closed on the right; falls below the hip with a straight hem visible at the lower image edge.
- 02
Product
Upper-front view of a two-button felt overcoat showing notch lapels, two visible buttons, welt pockets, and a textured wool-felt surface in a taupe-gray tone.
- Fabric textureMedium-weight felted wool surface with a fine, slightly heathered texture visible across the coat front and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.25 · w 0.88 · h 0.65 (high) - Notch lapelWide, slightly angled notch lapel with a visible seam line where the lapel folds over; left and right lapel visible framing the chest.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.14 · w 0.64 · h 0.24 (high) - ButtonsTwo large round dark buttons with four holes, vertically aligned on the coat front; one button located near mid-torso and one lower on the front panel.
2 regions
x 0.50 · y 0.50 · w 0.14 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.66 · w 0.14 · h 0.14 (high) - Welt pocketsHorizontal welt pocket openings visible on either side of the front panel near the lower chest/hip area; pocket openings are narrow and integrated into the seam.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.64 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.68 · y 0.64 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (medium) - Sleeve constructionSet-in long sleeve visible on the left side of the image with a smooth seam at the shoulder and natural sleeve crease near the elbow.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.40 · w 0.36 · h 0.46 (high) - Inner layer visibleA dark charcoal V-neck knitted sweater is visible underneath the coat through the open front.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.24 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing the model from upper torso to mid-thigh area against a plain light background with even soft lighting; model with red hair is partially visible and the image is cropped at the upper head and lower torso.
- Shot compositionCropped portrait framing focused on the coat front and model upper torso; top of the head is partially cropped and the lower body is cropped below the coat buttons.
- Model hair and faceModel with long wavy red hair over the right shoulder and a neutral facial expression; face and hair occupy the right upper quadrant of the image.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.00 · w 0.46 · h 0.30 (high) - Lighting and backgroundEven, soft studio lighting with minimal shadows and a plain light gray background.
Colors
heather taupe gray· coat fabric#9D9292charcoal· buttons#333136- Fabric textureMedium-weight felted wool surface with a fine, slightly heathered texture visible across the coat front and sleeves.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a long single-breasted felt overcoat in a mottled light taupe-gray with a center-back seam, notch collar, long set-in sleeves, and three decorative buttons at each cuff; model wearing a dark ribbed sleeve visible at wrists.
- Overall silhouetteStraight long overcoat seen from the back, falling to just above the knee with a slim, slightly tailored fit and a vertical center-back seam.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.09 · w 0.72 · h 0.80 (high) - Fabric textureDense felted wool or wool-like material with a subtle two-tone melange surface visible across the coat.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.66 (high) - Center-back seamSingle vertical seam running down the middle of the back from the collar to the hem.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.12 · w 0.04 · h 0.78 (high) - CollarNotch-style collar visible from the rear, lying flat against the upper back and partially covered by hair.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.05 · w 0.32 · h 0.16 (high) - Sleeve constructionLong set-in sleeves with a straight seam at the shoulder; sleeve hems extend to cover part of the wrist where a dark ribbed inner sleeve is visible.
2 regions
x 0.11 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.48 (high); x 0.69 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.48 (high) - Cuff buttonsEach sleeve cuff has three vertically aligned dark buttons sewn on the outer side of the cuff.
2 regions
x 0.70 · y 0.75 · w 0.08 · h 0.11 (high); x 0.16 · y 0.75 · w 0.07 · h 0.10 (high) - Side pocketsSlight vertical opening at the side seam indicating welt or inset pockets located near the hip on each side.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.57 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (medium); x 0.24 · y 0.57 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model from the rear against a plain light background; soft even lighting with minimal shadows; model has long red hair covering part of the left shoulder area.
- Shot compositionFull-length rear view of model centered in frame from head to upper thighs with generous vertical space above the head.
- Background and lightingUniform off-white background with soft, diffuse lighting producing minimal cast shadows.
- Visible model hairLong reddish hair draped over the left shoulder and upper back, partially obscuring the collar area.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high) - Inner sleeve visibleDark ribbed knit of an inner sleeve or garment protrudes beyond the coat cuffs at both wrists.
2 regions
x 0.70 · y 0.81 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.16 · y 0.81 · w 0.07 · h 0.10 (high)
Colors
light taupe gray· main body#9A8D8Cdark charcoal· cuff buttons#312E34- Overall silhouetteStraight long overcoat seen from the back, falling to just above the knee with a slim, slightly tailored fit and a vertical center-back seam.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
15 total15 reviews · out of 5
Just ok
The material of this coat is not as nice as I was hoping; it doesn’t hang very well or have much structure. This is more of a sweater coat. The colour is a much more muted green than pictured, and the sleeves are on the longer side.
Trop long
Trop long
Paletot feutré deux boutons
J’ai trouvé les manches trop longues et la couleur de tombait pas dans mes goûts finalement.
Two-button felt overcoat
I liked the coat very much, but it was not the weight I was looking for.
Matériel et coupe impeccable, il
Matériel et coupe impeccable, il fait parfaitement. Idéal pour l'automne pas trop chaud
Belle coupe
J’adore la coupe et la couleur de ce manteau, qui se porte aussi bien à l’automne qu’au début du printemps.
Satisfaite
J’aurais aimé une petite doublure pour une meilleure finition
Manches trop longues
Manches trop longues
Love the colour!
Great purchase. The colour is better in person and the quality is great.
Très satisfaite
La. Coupe, la couleur
Parfait!!
Je l’adore! Il est chaud et léger! Il fait parfaitement!
Soft
Perfect weight. Nice and soft. I’m petite so the sleeves are a big too long for me, but that’s not a surprise.
Parfait
Doux, confo et pratique en tout temps
Colour different than picture
Colour was more beige than off white. Sleeves were way too long and my arms are an average length. Otherwise fit was good.
Lovely
Soft, comfortable, nice fit
Q&A
3 answered- What is the exact fiber composition of this coat? The title says 'wool felt' but the description says 'polyester blend' – is there any wool content, and what is the percentage of recycled polyester?
- The coat is made from a polyester blend created from recycled plastic bottles, with no wool content. The exact percentage of recycled polyester is not specified in the product details.
- How should this coat be cleaned? Is it machine washable, or does it require dry cleaning?
- This coat is made from a soft brushed felt polyester blend, so we recommend dry cleaning to maintain its shape and texture. It is not machine washable.
- Does the body of the coat have any lining, or is it only lined at the sleeves? If unlined, does the felt fabric tend to cause static or stick to other clothing layers?
- The body of the coat is unlined—only the sleeves have a fine satiny lining. While we don't have specific feedback on static, polyester-blend felt can sometimes generate static cling against smooth layers; a slip or silkier top underneath may help reduce that.