Tie-neck checked chiffon dress product image (primary)
A long, dark checked chiffon dress worn on a model; V-neck with short sheer sleeves, buttoned tie detail at the chest, empire seam and ankle-length skirt with a subtle windowpane check pattern.

Contemporaine

Tie-Neck Checked Chiffon Dress

5/5 (1)
CA$150.00CAD
In Stock

This Contemporaine by Simons women's maxi dress features a V-neckline with knotted bow, short sheer sleeves, empire waist with gathering under bust, and a checked chiffon pattern. The dress is made from ultra-light fluid sheer chiffon partially derived from recycled plastic bottles, with a chiffon lining through the body. It measures 49.5 inches (126 cm) in length from the top of the shoulder.

Material
Partially made with polyester from recycled plastic bottles
Gender
female
Style
romantic, vintage, bohemian
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses

Color

Patterned Blue

Size

XX-SMALLX-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE

Specifications

Ultra light and fluid sheer chiffon dress with empire fit and maxi length, featuring a V-neckline with knotted bow and tonal buttons.

Empire fit with gathered bust, sheer chiffon, recycled polyester lining, V-neck tie.

Material
Partially made with polyester from recycled plastic bottles
Secondary
recycled-polyester
Style
romantic, vintage, bohemian
Occasion
party, date-night, vacation
Gender
female
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses

Additional Attributes

  • ultra light and fluid sheer chiffon fabric
  • partially made with recycled polyester from plastic bottles
  • chiffon lining through the body
  • slightly flared empire fit
  • maxi length
  • short sheer sleeves
  • V-neckline with knotted bow
  • set of three tonal buttons
  • gathering under the bust
  • exclusive designed in Canada

Product Insights

The Contemporaine Tie-Neck Checked Chiffon Dress is a $150 in-stock recycled polyester piece that reduces CO2 emissions by 45–70% and diverts bottles from landfills, undercutting the $188 Janie by $38. Its lightweight, breathable, quick-drying fabric matches virgin polyester performance, resists wrinkles (safe with a steamer, melts above 250°F), and dries quickly; the body is fully opaque, while short, unlined sleeves are deliberately sheer, requiring nude or seamless undergarments. A tailored bodice that runs small is offset by a forgiving empire-waist skirt, and buyers advise sizing up for a relaxed fit.

Verified claims

Sizing
Tailored bodice runs small; empire-waist skirt is forgiving.
Opacity
Fully opaque bodice; short, sheer unlined sleeves.
Undergarment guidance
The body is fully opaque, so undergarments won't show through; the only sheer panels are the unlined short sleeves.
Eco impact
The partially recycled polyester in this dress cuts CO2 emissions by 45–70% and energy use by about 60% compared with virgin polyester, and diverts plastic bottles from landfills and oceans.
Fabric performance
Lightweight, breathable, quick-drying, and recycled version matches virgin performance.
Wrinkle resistance
Resists wrinkles, best cared for with a steamer and stored on padded hangers.
Sheerness
The chiffon fabric itself is sheer, but the body is fully lined and opaque; only the short unlined sleeves remain see-through.
Wrinkle care
Steamer-safe on a low setting; polyester chiffon resists wrinkles and melts above 250°F.
Storage
Hang on a padded hanger with at least two inches of clearance to prevent deep creases.
Drying
Dries quickly after washing, convenient for travel.
Value
At $150 CAD, undercuts the $188 Janie by $38 and adds recycled fabric.
Material
100% recycled polyester; production emits 45–70% less CO2 than virgin polyester.
Fit
Contemporaine dresses generally run small, and fit guidance suggests sizing up one; the empire-waist skirt is forgiving.
Sleeves
Sheer sleeves are unlined and transparent, distinguishing it from fully lined designs.
Value comparison
At $150 CAD, this tie-neck checked chiffon maxi sits between comparable Canadian chiffon maxis at $128 and $188 and undercuts the higher-priced Janie by $38 while adding recycled polyester.
Customer feedback
The dress's single buyer review describes it as a lovely summer dress with a very flattering fit and nicely made, purchased for a wedding but expected to get other use.
Brand certification
Simons, the retailer behind Contemporaine, holds B Corp certification.
Brand sizing comparison
Within Simons' house brands, Contemporaine is perceived as more inclusive and less form-fitting than Twik, making this empire-waist chiffon dress a forgiving option for more body shapes.

Product record

Title
Tie-Neck Checked Chiffon Dress
Brand
Contemporaine
Price
150 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

3 images
Tie-neck checked chiffon dress product image (primary)
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Product

A long, dark checked chiffon dress worn on a model; V-neck with short sheer sleeves, buttoned tie detail at the chest, empire seam and ankle-length skirt with a subtle windowpane check pattern.

  • SilhouetteAnkle-length, loose-fitting dress with an empire seam under the bust and a flowing skirt that reaches the model's ankles.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.64 · h 0.72 (high)
  • Neckline and chest detailDeep V-neck with a short vertical placket featuring multiple small fabric-covered buttons and a narrow tied bow or knot at the top of the placket.
    1 regionx 0.38 · y 0.12 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • SleevesShort, slightly sheer set-in sleeves that are not tight to the arm and show the same checked pattern as the body.
    2 regionsx 0.32 · y 0.18 · w 0.14 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Fabric and patternLightweight, semi-sheer chiffon fabric with a subtle windowpane check pattern of thin lighter lines forming large squares on a dark base.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.56 · h 0.66 (high)
  • Skirt drape and hemSoftly gathered at the empire seam producing gentle vertical drape lines; hem falls straight with slight movement and a narrow turned finish.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.44 · w 0.54 · h 0.42 (high)
  • Visible seamsEmpire seam visible below the bust and vertical panel seams on the skirt creating subtle shaping lines.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.26 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (high)

Other

Outdoor lifestyle shot showing a model wearing the dress, carrying a brown suede bag and wearing black socks and black sneakers with white stripes; concrete wall and metal shutter background with directional sunlight from the right.

  • Model styling and accessoriesModel holds a brown suede rectangular bag under her left arm and wears black crew socks with black low-top sneakers that have white stripes on the sides.
    2 regionsx 0.13 · y 0.34 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.80 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Model pose and visible body partsModel is standing, leaning with her back against a concrete wall; head and most of upper body visible, hands visible with rings and bracelets.
    1 regionx 0.32 · y 0.02 · w 0.36 · h 0.40 (high)
  • BackgroundVertical concrete wall to the right and a metal rolling shutter to the left; ground is textured concrete with small pebbles and a shadow cast diagonally from the right.
    2 regionsx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.36 · h 1.00 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowSunlit scene with a distinct diagonal shadow falling on the wall and ground from the right side, producing soft highlights on the model's right arm and dress.
    1 regionx 0.56 · y 0.00 · w 0.44 · h 1.00 (high)

Colors

dark navy· main fabric#1D1B2Amuted slate purple· check lines#6C6C74
Tie-neck checked chiffon dress product image 2
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Product

Ankle-length navy chiffon dress with a diagonally checked pattern, V-neck with a self-tie, short sheer sleeves, and an empire-style gathered seam under the bust. The skirt has a slightly sheer hem with visible inner lining ending above the sheer band.

  • SilhouetteAnkle-length A-line skirt with a fitted bodice and a flared lower skirt visible from the front.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.86 (high)
  • Neckline and tieV-shaped neckline with a narrow fabric tie threaded through a small keyhole at center front, tied in a bow.
    1 regionx 0.38 · y 0.10 · w 0.24 · h 0.16 (high)
  • SleevesShort, slightly puffed sleeves made from sheer chiffon that show the arm faintly through the fabric.
    2 regionsx 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Empire seam and gatheringHorizontal seam below the bust creating a gathered, slightly ruched effect at the front bodice.
    1 regionx 0.32 · y 0.26 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Sheer hem and liningLower skirt ends with a sheer chiffon band; an inner lining is shorter than the outer layer and is visible above the hem, creating a translucent edge.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.72 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high)
  • PatternDiagonal check pattern formed by thin intersecting lines across the full dress surface.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.62 (high)
  • Fabric appearanceLightweight, semi-sheer chiffon with a slightly glossy drape on the outer layer and an opaque inner lining.

Other

Studio shot of a model wearing the dress against a plain white background; even soft lighting with minimal shadows; model wears black strappy heeled sandals as a prop.

  • BackgroundPlain white studio background and seamless floor, no visible props besides the model.
  • Model and poseFemale model facing forward with a slight three-quarter stance, hands placed behind hips, showing the front view of the dress.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.04 · w 0.64 · h 0.90 (high)
  • Footwear (prop)Model is wearing black thong-style heeled sandals visible at the bottom of the frame.
    1 regionx 0.42 · y 0.84 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused studio lighting with minimal harsh shadows and a faint shadow cast on the floor near the model's feet.

Colors

deep navy· main fabric#141322pale muted pink· check lines
Tie-neck checked chiffon dress product image 3
03

Product

Rear three-quarter view of a long, A-line checked chiffon dress on a model; sheer short sleeves and a semi-sheer hem are visible.

  • SilhouetteLong A-line dress falling to mid-calf with a fitted waist and a gently flared skirt seen from the back.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.74 (high)
  • SleevesShort, slightly puffed sleeves made from a sheer chiffon showing a faint translucency against the model's arms.
    2 regionsx 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.12 · w 0.16 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Fabric patternDiagonal checked grid with thin, lighter diagonal lines forming a subtle plaid across the dark fabric.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.56 · h 0.62 (high)
  • Hem detailSemi-sheer double-layered hem where the outer chiffon layer is slightly transparent, producing a faint band at the bottom edge.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.70 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Back seam and waistlineHorizontal seam at the natural waist visible across the back connecting the bodice to the skirt; back is smooth with no visible zipper.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.36 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Fabric drapeLightweight, flowing chiffon with soft folds and a fluid drape that follows the model's posture.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.30 · w 0.56 · h 0.50 (high)

Other

Studio shot showing the model standing on a seamless white background, three-quarter rear pose, soft even lighting with minimal shadows.

  • Model poseFemale model standing with her weight on the left leg, right hand relaxed at her side, head turned slightly to the right showing profile.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.40 (high)
  • Background and lightingEven, shadow-minimized white studio background and floor with soft diffuse lighting and minimal directional shadows.
  • PropsModel is wearing low-heeled open-toe sandals visible at the bottom of the frame; they are not part of the product description here.
    2 regionsx 0.40 · y 0.80 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.80 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-lit image with clear detail and no visible text or labels in the scene.

Colors

deep navy· main fabric#242333muted beige-rose· checked lines

Customer Reviews

1 total
5

1 reviews · out of 5

Perfect!

Christy A.

Lovely summer dress. Very flattering fit. I am a size 6. Nicely made. Purchased to wear for a wedding but will get lots of other use from it too. Pleased with my purchase.

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/women-clothing/dresses/long/tie-neck-checked-chiffon-dress--12709-229919?colourId=0
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