Contemporaine
Floral Sketches Straight-Fit Linen Dress
This is a women's straight-fit, above-the-knee linen dress from Contemporaine by Simons, designed in Canada. It is made from a thick, durable washed linen weave using certified European Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ linen, which is naturally breathable and unlined. Key features include a Johnny collar, slit side-seam pockets, and a straight, loose fit with a length of 37 inches from the shoulder; the dress has a light beige background with a large navy floral sketch print.
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Size
Specifications
- Material
- 100% Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ linen
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The Contemporaine Floral Sketches Straight-Fit Linen Dress, a Simons-exclusive designed in Canada with European linen, blends heritage and sustainability: its Johnny collar recalls 1950s–60s Italian sportswear, while its straight, loose fit compensates for linen's lack of stretch. The fixed V-collar moves from casual to smart-casual. At $150 CAD, it undercuts Aritzia and Reformation by ~30% and adds a Johnny collar over Quince's lower-priced dress. Certified 100% Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ linen via Bureau Veritas, it uses zero-waste farming, dew retting, and carbon sequestration, lasting 20–30 years and fully biodegrading in home compost. Machine-washable linen resists shrinkage and wrinkling; the rare 37-inch above-knee length completes its enduring, eco-conscious design.
Verified claims
- Heritage
- The Johnny collar traces to 1950s–60s Italian sportswear.
- Styling versatility
- The fixed V-collar minimizes styling decisions and moves the dress from casual to smart-casual.
- Fit
- Straight, loose fit compensates for the linen's lack of stretch, allowing ease of movement.
- Certification
- 100% Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ linen, verified by annual Bureau Veritas audits.
- Sustainability
- Zero-waste farming, dew retting, carbon sequestration, and a 20-30 year lifespan ending in home compost.
- Full price positioning
- At $150 CAD, it undercuts Aritzia and Reformation ~30% and includes certified European linen.
- Design
- At $99.95 CAD (~$74 USD), it undercuts Quince's $84 USD dress and adds a Johnny collar.
- Linen care
- Machine-wash cold on gentle, air dry; washed linen resists shrinkage and wrinkling.
- Longevity
- With proper care, the dress lasts 20–30 years.
- Provenance
- Contemporaine is a Simons-exclusive in-house brand, designed in Canada with European linen.
- Fiber performance
- The 100% linen fabric is strong enough for 20–30 years of use and fully biodegrades in compost.
- Length
- 37-inch above-knee length rare among 100% European linen dresses.
Product record
- Title
- Floral Sketches Straight-Fit Linen Dress
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 150 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front view of a short, straight-fit dress on a model: light beige woven fabric with large dark navy hand-drawn floral print, short sleeves, small pointed collar and a V-shaped open placket, hem falling above the knee.
- SilhouetteStraight-fit short dress with a slight A-line toward the hem; hemline falls above the knees on the model.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.18 · w 0.68 · h 0.59 (high) - Neckline and collarSmall pointed shirt collar with an open V-shaped placket (no visible buttons) creating a low V neck.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.06 · w 0.40 · h 0.16 (high) - SleevesShort, loose sleeves that extend to just above the elbow with an unstructured, relaxed fit.
2 regions
x 0.13 · y 0.14 · w 0.23 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.14 · w 0.23 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric textureLight beige woven fabric with visible linen-like weave texture under studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.20 · w 0.44 · h 0.50 (medium) - Print patternLarge navy floral sketches and elongated leaves printed across the dress; motif elements are bold outline-style shapes with some filled areas.
3 regions
x 0.40 · y 0.22 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.24 · h 0.21 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.58 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high) - Hem and finishStraight hem with a clean finished edge visible at the thighs; no visible trim or lace.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.66 · w 0.48 · h 0.12 (high) - Visible fastenersNo visible buttons, zippers, or other fasteners on the front of the dress.
Other
Studio product shot with a standing model against a plain white background. Even, soft lighting with minimal shadow; model posed with hands on hips and smiling. Black slip-on flats visible but not part of the product description.
- Background and lightingPlain white seamless background under even, soft studio lighting producing minimal directional shadows.
- Model poseModel standing facing forward with hands placed on hips and elbows bent outward, showing full front of the dress.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.02 · w 0.80 · h 0.96 (medium) - Footwear (prop)Model wearing plain black flat slip-on shoes; shoes appear as styling props not part of dress.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.79 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Image framingFull-body crop from just above the head to the floor, centered subject with even margins on left and right.
Colors
light beige· main fabric#CCC3B5navy blue· floral print- SilhouetteStraight-fit short dress with a slight A-line toward the hem; hemline falls above the knees on the model.
- 02
Product
Rear three-quarter view of a short, straight-fit linen dress with a shirt-style collar, short sleeves, and a large navy sketch floral print on a light beige fabric. The dress falls above the knees and has a straight hem.
- Overall silhouetteStraight, column-like short dress seen from the rear, falling above the knee with a relaxed, loose fit
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.66 (high) - CollarNotched shirt-style collar visible at the back neckline with a small collar stand
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.06 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves with a loose, slightly wide cut that end above the elbow
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.16 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric appearanceLightweight woven fabric with visible linen-like texture and slight surface slub characteristic
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.50 (medium) - Print motifLarge, bold sketch-style floral and leaf motifs in a dark navy inked outline spread across the dress back and sleeves
3 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.14 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.36 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.52 · w 0.30 · h 0.30 (high) - Hem and back constructionStraight hem with slight A-line flare at the skirt; no visible back zipper or closures on the exterior
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.64 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (medium) - Side seam detailVisible side seam on the right side indicated by a narrow vertical line and slight shape at the hip
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.30 · w 0.08 · h 0.40 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing a model wearing the dress from the rear three-quarter angle against a plain white background; model also wears black slip-on flats which are props. Even, soft lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionFull-body rear three-quarter studio shot with the model centered and facing slightly to the right
- BackgroundUniform light neutral background with a subtle floor plane visible near the bottom of the frame
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.30 · w 1.00 · h 0.70 (high) - Prop footwearModel is wearing plain black low-profile slip-on flats visible at the bottom of the frame; considered a styling prop
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.80 · w 0.22 · h 0.14 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing minimal harsh shadows and gentle falloff around the model
Colors
light beige· main fabric#CCC3B4navy· printed floral motif#2D2B3B- Overall silhouetteStraight, column-like short dress seen from the rear, falling above the knee with a relaxed, loose fit
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Customer Reviews
17 total17 reviews · out of 5
Flower linen dress
Xs still quite big. The color combination is nice but the flowers are too big and just do not look nice.
Belle et facile à porter
Encore une belle trouvaille chez Simons. Lin de qualité, motif interessant, coupe et longueur parfaites pour une robe facile à porter.
Je ne l’ai pas encore
Je ne l’ai pas encore portée
too small
too small
Nice summery dress.
Like the pattern and the fabric.
Bel achat
Très jolie robe au motif original. La couleur de la robe est un peu plus foncée que sur la photo. Ayant lu les avis, j'ai commandé une taille petit alors que je porte du moyen et elle parfaite. Je recommande!
Cute dress
Very nice quality material. Fits very well in shoulders but, the dress is very wide in hip area.
Grandeur
Cette robe ample fait plus grand. Je l'ai retourné.
Me semble confortable, belle qualité
Me semble confortable, belle qualité de lin
Easy stylish summer shift
Like the linen weight -- thick enough to hang well and resist wrinkles, but not all "heavy. " Not tight fitted, but still looks trim and sporty. Pattern is a loose unfussy floral; background is slightly darker beige than photo suggests.
Jolie robe, belle qualité, mais trop grande
Je porte habituellement médium, parfois large. Je vais l'échanger pour une petite.
Chic et prêt à porter
J'ai reçu plusieurs compliments sur l'élégance de cette robe qui, tout étant chic et élégante, est également facile à porter et confortable.
So tired of the quality inspection for online orders
Very shapeless and unflattering. But worse it arrived with a visible big whole in the back. At least the third item I’ve had issues with zero quality control. It’s like their trying to get rid of damaged product. Very disappointing.
Grandeur immense.
Grandeur immense.
Beau tissu de qualite
Belle qualite, tres tres grand . Chère une taille en dessous. Plus grand que la charte.
Very nice for the summer evening.
Very nice linen
Trop mignon
Elle est confortable. Belle qualité . . .