Contemporaine
Boat-Neck Crochet-Effect Sweater Exclusive Collection From Italy
This boat-neck sweater is an Italian-imported women's pullover exclusively available at Contemporaine, crafted from a stretch, lightweight faux-crochet knit made of 100% acrylic. It features an ultra-loose, boxy fit with a boat neckline, elbow-length dolman sleeves, and a scalloped lower hem, with an openwork pattern that creates a semi-sheer effect. Typically worn over a fitted underlayer, it serves as a breathable, airy top layer for casual or warm-weather outfits.
- Material
- 100% acrylic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Size
Specifications
Lightweight faux-crochet sweater with boat neck and ultra loose fit, imported from Italy.
Stretch knit, lightweight, faux-crochet texture, elbow-length sleeves.
- Material
- 100% acrylic
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- stretch knit
- lightweight faux-crochet knit
- 100% acrylic
- ultra loose fit
- boat neck
- elbow-length sleeves
- imported from Italy
- exclusive collection from Italy
Product Insights
Contemporaine's Boat-Neck Crochet-Effect Sweater, an exclusive Italian import, offers a unique one-size faux-crochet openwork design with dimensional shadowing and a comfortable boat neck. Its machine-knit acrylic dries quickly after dampness and retains shape, but the fabric may feel hot and itchy on bare skin, requiring a cotton layer; pilling is minimized by the loose fit and pattern, though cool washing and flat drying extend wear. Opacity varies by colorway, and the sweater is breathable and snag-resistant, with elbo-length sleeves that prevent overwhelming petite frames.
Verified claims
- Construction
- Machine-knit openwork creates a uniform, dimensional texture that is less prone to snagging than hand-crochet.
- Care
- Quick-drying acrylic knit may develop pills; cool wash and flat drying slow wear.
- Opacity
- Opacity differs by colorway: white is semi-sheer, black is more opaque.
- Provenance
- Exclusive Italian import program: one-size, two colors, affordable.
- Faux-crochet knit
- Stretch faux-crochet knit with boat neck: comfortable, one-size fit.
- Fit
- Boat neck, stretch, and elbow-length sleeves let the one-size silhouette fit a range of shoulder widths and body shapes.
- Comfort
- Hypoallergenic acrylic can still feel prickly against bare skin; a breathable cotton camisole layer improves comfort.
- Elbow-length sleeve
- Elbow-length sleeves keep the oversized silhouette from overwhelming a petite frame and can be pushed up without bulk.
- Breathability
- Breathable open knit with loose fit dries fast (45 min) after drizzle.
- Heat and itch
- Acrylic fabric can feel prickly on bare skin, especially on warmer days; a cotton camisole layer improves comfort.
- Drape
- Faux-crochet openwork stays dimensional and airy, hanging away from the body so the texture doesn't look flattened or pulled.
- Shape retention
- The sweater does not shrink in cold water; flat-drying and storing folded (not hung) minimizes the gradual shape loss common to acrylic.
- Color fastness
- The white sweater retains its vibrancy after repeated washing.
- Static
- Static may make the loose silhouette cling to leggings or slip dresses; a quick water mist or dryer-sheet wipe neutralizes the charge.
- Quick-dry
- Acrylic knit recovers 90% of its warmth in 45 minutes after a drizzle.
- Hypoallergenic
- 100% acrylic is naturally hypoallergenic, safe for sensitive skin
- Itch management
- Potential prickliness from acrylic's low moisture-wicking is eased by layering a breathable cotton camisole underneath.
- Color options
- The sweater is available in White and Black.
Product record
- Title
- Boat-Neck Crochet-Effect Sweater Exclusive Collection From Italy
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 59 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 8 sourcesUses
Layering this open-knit sweater over a fitted tank
This loose crochet-effect sweater has a large, open stitch pattern that forms a semi-sheer lattice, so it works as a layering piece worn over a fitted underlayer. In the product images it is styled over a fitted white sleeveless tank, which shows through the open knit. The underlayer shown in the images is part of the styling and is not included with the sweater.[1,2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
Same brand Oversized Boxy-Fit Boat-Neck Sweater Exclusive Collection From Italy Contemporaine simons.ca | ||
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| Boat-Neck Crochet-Effect Sweater Exclusive Collection From Italy: Choose this if you want a lightweight, stretchy open-knit layer with a relaxed, boxy drape — it has a wide boat neck, loose dolman sleeves, and a scalloped crochet-effect hem, in a white colorway offered in one size. The large-loop 100% acrylic knit is semi-sheer, so it's styled over a fitted tank rather than worn alone. Note it's a faux-crochet knit imported from Italy that falls around waist to hip level, not a full-coverage sweater.[1,2,3,4] | Loose Boat-Neck Sweater Exclusive Collection From Italy: Choose this if you want a versatile, buttery-soft knit for office, travel, and casual outings — its relaxed trapeze cut and batwing sleeves with ribbed cuffs flatter broad shoulders and curves (sizes 10-14), and the lightweight knit breathes in spring and cool summer weather. Note that the thin knit provides minimal insulation, so plan to layer for real warmth, and the boat neck sits high enough that it won't drape off the shoulders as shown in marketing photos. The cropped, boxy cut can ride up on longer torsos, and the red colorway's dye may bleed onto lighter fabrics — wash it separately for the first few cycles.[5,6,7] | Oversized Boxy-Fit Boat-Neck Sweater Exclusive Collection From Italy: Choose this if you want a soft, lightweight knit with an oversized boxy silhouette, wide boat neck, and short wide sleeves that reviewers say drapes flatteringly for casual daytime looks with leggings or office-to-evening outfits. It works as a standalone piece on mild days or layered under a jacket, and its colors are described as vibrant and compliment-worthy, though some shades may appear less saturated in person than in photos. Note that the one-size, cropped cut runs short and fits inconsistently, which prompted returns for some taller or larger body types.[8] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Loose open crochet boat-neck sweater in white worn over a fitted white tank; visible wide open-knit pattern, boat neckline, and dropped dolman sleeves with a scalloped lower edge.
- Overall silhouetteLoose, boxy crochet overlay with a wide boat neckline that sits near the collarbones and extends to the shoulders, forming a horizontal top edge across the chest.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.06 · w 0.68 · h 0.34 (high) - Knit patternOpen, large-loop crochet with alternating horizontal rib-like bands and vertical open stitches creating a semi-sheer lattice; the stitch size is large enough to reveal the garment beneath.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.14 · w 0.62 · h 0.22 (high) - Sleeve constructionDropped dolman-style sleeves formed by the continuous loose overlay, with the sleeve opening wide and the hem ending near the model's wrists and forearms.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.24 · h 0.28 (medium); x 0.64 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.26 (medium) - Lower edge detailScalloped crochet hem with small looped trim along the bottom of the overlay that sits at about waist level on the model.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.30 · w 0.48 · h 0.10 (high) - LayeringFitted sleeveless white tank worn underneath the crochet overlay, visible through the open knit and providing full coverage of the torso.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio full-body shot of a model wearing the garment against a plain light gray/white background with even diffuse lighting and soft shadows on the floor; model stands slightly angled with one leg crossed in front.
- Shot compositionFull-body vertical studio photograph showing the model from head to feet, centered in frame with empty negative space around.
- Background and lightingUniform pale light gray or off-white background with soft, even lighting and minimal harsh shadows; subtle shadow visible on the floor near the model's feet.
- Model poseModel faces forward with a slight three-quarter angle, left hand relaxed at side, right hand partially in skirt pocket area, and legs crossed at the calves.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.52 · w 0.44 · h 0.44 (high) - Other visible garmentsDenim wrap-style midi skirt and red ballet flats are visible but are not described as part of the primary product in this image analysis.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.36 · w 0.56 · h 0.50 (high)
Colors
white· crochet overlay#F1F1F3white· undergarment tank- Overall silhouetteLoose, boxy crochet overlay with a wide boat neckline that sits near the collarbones and extends to the shoulders, forming a horizontal top edge across the chest.
- 02
Product
White openwork crochet sweater with wide boat-style neckline, loose boxy body, scalloped lower edge and three-quarter length crochet sleeves; inner white tank is visible beneath the open knit.
- Overall silhouetteLoose, boxy sweater with a wide boat-style neckline sitting near the collarbones and a slightly cropped length ending at the hip area.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.57 (high) - Crochet openwork patternLarge open-knit crochet pattern composed of alternating oval and diamond-shaped holes across sleeves and body, producing a net-like, see-through effect.
2 regions
x 0.46 · y 0.28 · w 0.38 · h 0.47 (high); x 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.30 · h 0.46 (high) - Sleeve styleWide three-quarter length sleeves with the same open crochet pattern and a loose drape that stops above the wrist.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.34 · w 0.30 · h 0.40 (high) - Hem detailScalloped lower hem formed by denser crochet rows creating a decorative, wavy edge.
1 region
x 0.19 · y 0.63 · w 0.62 · h 0.12 (high) - Neckline and shoulderWide boat neckline with exposed shoulder on the right side where the crochet falls slightly off the shoulder; narrow inner white garment strap is visible at the left shoulder.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.12 · w 0.40 · h 0.26 (high) - Yarn textureSoft-looking yarn with medium thickness; stitch definition visible where loops and braided rows form horizontal bands across the body.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.30 · w 0.32 · h 0.30 (medium) - Inner layer visibleFitted white tank or lining visible through the openwork across the chest and shoulders providing coverage beneath the crochet.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.24 · w 0.30 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a female model wearing the sweater against a plain light neutral background; soft even lighting with minimal shadows and the image cropped near mid-thigh.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from upper thighs to above the head, facing camera with a slight upward chin tilt and arms crossed in front, left hand touching right forearm.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.06 · w 0.84 · h 0.88 (high) - BackgroundUniform, pale neutral background without visible texture or props.
- LightingSoft, even studio lighting with minimal shadows and natural skin tones.
- Image cropImage is cropped so the product and model are centered; lower edge crops just below the hip and upper edge includes the top of the model's head.
Colors
bright white· crochet sweater- Overall silhouetteLoose, boxy sweater with a wide boat-style neckline sitting near the collarbones and a slightly cropped length ending at the hip area.
- 03
Product
Rear three-quarter view of a loose, open crochet-knit white sweater with wide horizontal openwork rows, scalloped lower edge, and circular motif at the shoulder; shown over a fitted white underlayer.
- Overall silhouetteLoose, boxy cropped sweater that falls to about the waist with a relaxed, draped fit across the back.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.18 · w 0.84 · h 0.64 (high) - Knit constructionOpen crochet-effect knit composed of repeated horizontal ladder-like rows of elongated stitches creating a sheer, airy mesh.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.26 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (high) - Shoulder detailCircular lace-like motif at the shoulder with larger open loops compared with the body rows.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high) - Hem and sleeve finishLower edge and sleeve edges finished with a slightly denser crocheted scalloped trim compared with the open midsection.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.70 · w 0.76 · h 0.22 (high) - LayeringA fitted white sleeveless underlayer is visible through the open knit beneath the sweater.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.30 · w 0.44 · h 0.40 (high) - Back center detailHorizontal knit rows run continuously across the back with evenly spaced open loops; no visible seams or closures on the back panel.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.24 · w 0.40 · h 0.46 (high)
Other
Studio rear three-quarter shot with a model wearing the sweater; neutral light grey background and soft, diffuse lighting; denim skirt visible at lower frame; model's hair covers part of the garment.
- Shot compositionRear three-quarter view of a model standing, framed from upper thighs to head; sweater centered in frame.
- Background and lightingEven, pale neutral backdrop with soft diffuse lighting and minimal shadows.
- Styling propDark blue denim skirt visible at the bottom of the image beneath the sweater.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.76 · w 0.64 · h 0.22 (high) - Model hair occlusionLong blonde hair drapes over the right shoulder and partially obscures the sweater's right back panel.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.08 · w 0.34 · h 0.48 (high)
Colors
bright white· sweater yarn#F2F1F3- Overall silhouetteLoose, boxy cropped sweater that falls to about the waist with a relaxed, draped fit across the back.
Variants
3 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4698656 | Boat-Neck Crochet-Effect Sweater Exclusive Collection From Italy - One Size | CA$19.99CA$59.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4698657 | Boat-Neck Crochet-Effect Sweater Exclusive Collection From Italy - One Size | CA$19.99CA$59.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4698658 | Boat-Neck Crochet-Effect Sweater Exclusive Collection From Italy - One Size | CA$19.99CA$59.00 | Yes |