Fluid-knit open-front cardigan product image (primary)
Open-front, long-sleeve lightweight knit cardigan in a solid very dark color shown worn open over a light V-neck top; no visible buttons or closures and edges fall in soft drape at hip level.

Contemporaine

Fluid-Knit Open-Front Cardigan

4.4/5 (121)
CA$39.95CAD
In Stock

This open-front cardigan is made from a fine and flowy 100% recycled viscose knit. It features long sleeves and a draped, open design with no closures, making it suitable for layering over light dresses and camisoles. Designed in Canada by Contemporaine.

Color

BlackWhiteSandTaupeNavy/Midnight BlueSlate BlueLavender/Light CrimsonRed

Size

X-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGEXX-LARGE

Specifications

Material
100% reprocessed viscose
Gender
female
Age Group
adult
Condition
new

Product Insights

The Fluid-Knit Open-Front Cardigan by Contemporaine offers a sustainable choice with 100% recycled viscose that reduces deforestation and carbon footprint while delivering a silky drape and breathability similar to conventional viscose. Its fluid knit holds shape for a flowing silhouette that releases body heat for a cooling effect, but it pills over time under friction and snags on sharp objects. Designed to drape rather than hug, it runs true to size with the option to size down for a closer fit. It functions as a lightweight cover-up ideal for mild spring and autumn days, not warm enough for cold weather alone, and while it breathes better than polyester, it can feel damp in high humidity due to moisture retention.

Verified claims

Eco benefits
100% recycled viscose sourced from textile waste reduces deforestation and carbon footprint.
Performance
Same silky drape and breathability as conventional viscose.
Drape
100% recycled viscose knit yields a fluid drape that holds shape without fluttering.
Cooling effect
Swaying fabric releases body heat for a personal cooling effect.
Washing and drying
Hand wash cold and lay flat to dry; avoid wringing or machine drying.
Pilling and snagging
Pills over time under friction and snags on sharp objects.
Care
Knit pills under friction and snags on sharp objects.
Sizing
Runs true to size; size down for a closer silhouette.
Fit
Designed to drape rather than hug; the knit holds its shape for a flowing silhouette.
Warmth
Not substantial enough for warmth on its own; functions as a lightweight cover-up.
Breathability
Reprocessed viscose knit breathes better than polyester but can feel damp in high humidity.
Moisture handling
100% reprocessed viscose absorbs more moisture than cotton but retains it, risking dampness in humidity.
Seasonal use
Ideal for mild spring and autumn days as a lightweight cover-up; not warm enough for cold weather alone.

Product record

Title
Fluid-Knit Open-Front Cardigan
Brand
Contemporaine
Price
39.95 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

2 images
Fluid-knit open-front cardigan product image (primary)
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Product

Open-front, long-sleeve lightweight knit cardigan in a solid very dark color shown worn open over a light V-neck top; no visible buttons or closures and edges fall in soft drape at hip level.

  • SilhouetteOpen-front cardigan with relaxed, slightly draped front panels that hang straight from the shoulder to hip level; hem is uneven where panels overlap the waist of the jeans.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.62 (high)
  • Material textureFine, smooth knit fabric with a slight visible grain indicating lightweight fluid knit; surface appears matte with soft folds where the front panels hang.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.30 · w 0.40 · h 0.48 (high)
  • Sleeve constructionLong set-in sleeves that fit closely along the arm with gentle gathering at the wrist where the fabric bunches slightly.
    1 regionx 0.64 · y 0.22 · w 0.30 · h 0.58 (high)
  • Front opening and closuresFully open front with no visible buttons, zippers, snaps, or other fasteners; edges have a narrow turned finish.
    1 regionx 0.33 · y 0.24 · w 0.30 · h 0.52 (high)
  • Neckline interfaceCardigan neckline follows the shoulder line and opens into a rounded front edge that frames the underlying V-neck top.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.14 · w 0.44 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Hem and side seamSide seam area near the hip shows a short slit or slight opening where the front panel overlaps the back, creating a relaxed fit over the waistline.
    1 regionx 0.46 · y 0.62 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (medium)

Other

Studio lifestyle shot of a model wearing the cardigan against a plain neutral gray background; soft directional lighting from the left creates gentle shadows and highlights; image cropped above the knees and includes a light V-neck top and mid-rise jeans as styling but these are not the product.

  • Model and poseFemale model shown from upper thighs to head, looking down with one hand behind her back and a slight torso turn to the viewer's right.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Background and lightingPlain neutral light gray background with soft, even studio lighting producing subtle shadowing on the model's left side and gentle highlight on the right shoulder.
  • Styling items visibleLight-colored V-neck top and medium-blue denim jeans are visible under and with the cardigan; these garments are part of the styling and sit under the cardigan.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.40 · w 0.40 · h 0.40 (high)
  • Crop and framingImage is vertically oriented and cropped above the knees; full head and shoulders are visible with some hair slightly overlapping the top edge of the cardigan neckline.

Colors

deep black· body#0A0E14
Fluid-knit open-front cardigan product image 2
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Product

A lightweight, open-front black cardigan laid flat with long sleeves and a simple straight hem; no visible closures or pockets.

  • Overall shapeOpen-front cardigan displayed flat with a straight hem, long narrow sleeves, and a relaxed rectangular body opening down the center front.
    1 regionx 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.56 (high)
  • Sleeve length and cutLong, slim sleeves extending straight from the shoulder with a narrow cuff and no visible shaping or fasteners.
    2 regionsx 0.14 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.56 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.56 (high)
  • Open front detailCenter front is fully open with two front panels that hang straight; no buttons, zippers, or ties are visible.
    1 regionx 0.35 · y 0.18 · w 0.30 · h 0.46 (high)
  • Fabric appearanceFine, fluid-knit fabric with a smooth, slightly sheer appearance on the body panel compared with the sleeves.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.20 · w 0.28 · h 0.40 (medium)
  • Neck label presentWhite sewn neck label visible at the center back neckline; text on the label is too small to read at this resolution.Partial
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.07 · w 0.12 · h 0.05 (high)
  • Hem and edge finishHem and front edges appear to have a simple folded finish without visible ribbing or decorative trim.
    1 regionx 0.32 · y 0.58 · w 0.36 · h 0.08 (high)

Other

Studio-style flat lay on a pale gray background with soft even lighting and a faint drop shadow beneath the garment.

  • Background and stagingCardigan photographed flat against a uniform light gray background with the garment centered in the frame.
  • Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with a subtle shadow cast beneath the lower hem and sleeves.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.62 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (medium)
  • Image crop and framingFull garment visible with small margins on all sides; top of the neckline sits near the upper third of the image.

Colors

black· body and sleeves#0E0E0C

Customer Reviews

121 total
4.4

121 reviews · out of 5

Boléro tricot fluide

Louise S.

Plus pâle que la couleur que je souhaitait mais vraiment léger et confortable.

Excellent

Rachelle P.

Doux, parfait pour une «  petite laine « confortable pour protéger de l’ai froid de l,air climatisé. Couleur OK. J’en ai commandé 2 autres . !

Beautiful

Vas A.

True to size. A light cover over a t-shirt or dress.

Super service efficace rapide et

Suzanne D.

Super service efficace rapide et belle qualité de vêtement

Great little open front cardigan.

Wendy D.

This is a lovely soft cardigan. I plan to wear it with a sleeveless linen dress that I also ordered online from Simon’s. Quality is very good.

boléro

Diane L.

décevant (donc retour) car le tricot est très mince ce qui fait que c'est transparent la photo et la description étaient différentes de la réalité

Légèreté et douceur.

Ginette G.

Ce boléro tombe bien, il ne se froisse pas vraiment et est surtout très agréable au toucher. J’adore!

Perfect cover up

SHANNON J.

Great sweater for over a nice blouse or shirt can be casual or dressed up.

Pratique

Parent S.

Complete bien un ensemble.

Léger

Louise C.

Belle coupe, jolie couleur, indispensable l’été avec robe sans manches

Tricot léger grand confort.

Danielle B.

Tricot léger grand confort.

Great quality, just not for me

Sue R.

Lovely bolero - just not for me. Good quality, nice drape, and nice weight. Pink was pretty. Cut just didn't suit my frame.

Good purchase

Sophie R.

Exactly what I was looking for.

great to wear for extra

Helen H.

great to wear for extra warmth

Couleur intéressante, juste assez épais, sans boutons

Gisèle L.

Apprécié mais attends de voir à plus long terme la durabilité du beau tissu actuel.

Satisfaite

Josée S.

La couleur est belle (orangé) et le cardigan est confortable, belle coupe.

Light weight sweater

Deborah D.

Great topper over a summer dress

Pratique

Edith S.

Utile à garder dans le sac à mains .

Boléro

Maude P.

Fait très bien Léger et couleur agréable.

Parfaite pour l'été

Pascale S.

Je voulais une veste légère que je pourrais porter quand il fait chaud mais que je veux me protéger du soleil. Et elle est parfaite! Je l'aime tellement que j'en ai acheté une 2e car je la porte tout le temps.

Trop court

Chantal L.

Très mince et court

Cardigan doux et confortable

Anne-Marie D.

J'adore

pratique, va avec tout.

Thérèse P.

pratique, va avec tout.

Pratique et confortable

France T.

Je l’aime tellement que j’en ai pris 2.

Grandeur

Mireille B.

D’abord ce n’est pas un boléro mais bien une veste et vous ne m’avez pas envoyé la grandeur demandée.

Très confortable

Carmen C.

Leger parfait pour les 4 saisons

light weight

Maria W.

light weight and comfortable.

Pratique et élégant

gilberte t.

Pratique et élégant

Très déçue: tissu et couleur

Jocelyne L.

Très déçue: tissu et couleur

Casual silky buttonless cardigan

Christina M.

Great for wearing over a blouse or lightweight short-sleeved sweater - gorgeous coiours

A rétréci 🤷🏼

Manon M.

Bien qu’ayant suivi les recommandations du manufacturier pour laver mon boléro, il a beaucoup rétréci. Je vais le repasser à l’envers à basse température en espérant qu’il reprendra sa forme originale! Je recommande donc de prendre la grandeur supérieure pour être certaine qu’il fasse bien après le premier lavage.

Bien

Géraldine B.

Il est fin. Très bien à porter lors des journées un peu fraîches

nappe

Marjolaine B.

paquet ouvet

Pretty sweater for summer

Phyllis F.

My only complaint is the fabric. Wrinkles easily. Can’t be put in dryer and might shrink if ironed.

Wasn't "Flowy"

Melinda N.

I bought this to go with a linen skirt. It was nicely made, but was too small and l bought a large, which would normally be fine. Sad. It had to go back.

Très bien.

Danielle M.

Exactement ce que je cherchais

Rétrécissement

Nathalie D.

J’ai suivi les conseils de lavage et il a beaucoup rétréci malgré toutes les précautions. Je dois le donner.

Very satisfied

Beata Z.

Brutiful colour, very fashionable

Bon achat

Diane R.

Bon achat

Bolero

Francine G.

Très satisfaite

Great option

Jennifer G.

Love the feel and how light it is. It does wrinkle easily and I suspect will stretch out between washes.

Looks Great

Monika R.

This cardigan will be a nice piece for any outfit. I do worry a bit that it may shrink in the wash but I'll have to deal with that when I get there.

Nice fit and colour

Kirat B.

The cardigan fits perfectly and the colour and fabric is what I was looking for.

lightweight sweater

Elizabeth M.

I bought this to use a layer for travel. It's thin, hopefully doesn't snag, but should be good for a light cover for cool evenings.

Tres pratique, je l’ai ds

Manon D.

Tres pratique, je l’ai ds plusieurs couleurs

attractive and lightweight

Tannis H.

Hangs nicely and is just right for a light layer

Rétrécie même à l’eau froide

Carole G.

Jamais porté. Je l’ai essayé,il était parfait. Je l’ai lavé avant de le porter et il a beaucoup rétrécie. Pourtant, lavé à délicat et à l’eau froide. Il est beaucoup trop petit maintenant.

Very versatile

Beverly D.

Comfortable

Très leger

Lyne H.

Par contre rétrécie au lavage…. .

Flown Knit Bolero

Jane J.

light weight summer sweater, and flattering fit

Coupe et tissu me convienne.

Denise D.

Coupe et tissu me convienne. Et blanc est vraiment blanc. . .

Lightweight and Comfy

Paula H.

This sweater is lightweight and comfortable. The sleeves are long, unlike most boleros that have 3/4 length sleeves. Great for winter to wear as an extra layer that isn't too warm or bulky!

Satisfaite

Francine R.

Satisfaite

Nice cardigan

Reet T.

Nice summer cardigan. Bought size L. Fits just right Will see what happens after first washing .

Really nice open no-button cardigan

Katherine E.

This cardigan is so soft and has a fine feminine appearance. I needed a "light" cardigan to wear over other tops underneath my winter coat (an extra though not bulky layer) and also to the gym to wear over t-shirts, for when I first arrive, until I get climatized to the air conditioning. This cardigan meets both those needs and is perfect!! Exactly what I've been looking for!!

Lightweight cardigan

Carla G.

Wanted a lightweight cardigan for an upcoming trip. This one is perfect. Like the look and feel of it. I’m happy with my choice.

Satisfaisant

Lise H.

Ratio Qualité/prix satisfaisant

Beautiful colour and fit

Manpreet B.

It’s so soft and perfect for little chilli or Strong AC

chandail

Sylvie F.

très beau

Doux léger et versatile

Françoise G.

Il est parfait couleur et style pouvant se porter avec plusieurs tenues.

Perfect light coverup

Diane D.

The fabric is very soft. This will be a great addition to my summer wardrobe!

Fait très bien Pratique

Claire B.

Fait très bien Pratique

La bordure roule. Il faudrait

Renee B.

La bordure roule. Il faudrait améliorer la finition.

Beau

Geneviève T.

Belle coupe, choisi orange brulé superbe couleur. Seule chose c’est qu’il rétréci un peu au lavage.

the perfect sweater

Karen L.

very nice material and colours at a great price. Love the length and fit

Pas au goût de ma mère

Danielle C.

Ma mère trouve le tissu trop mince qui n’a pas de corps. Je dois le retourner🥲

Le meilleur cardigan

Louise L.

Le meilleur cardigan

Confortable

Diane S.

Attention en le lavant, vraiment suivre les instructions à cause du risque de rapetissement.

Great feel and color

Susan W.

This is the third color I've purchased 😍 perfect weight and feel of this cardigan. Arm length a little long. Have to roll it up.

Très bien

Monique D.

Très bien

Comfy light sweater

Leanne B.

Love this cute little throw on cardigan ! Fits true to size and looks great over a light T-shirt or light dress

ok, mais plus légère que

Ginette K.

ok, mais plus légère que je pensais

Boléro

Esther G.

Très satisfaite belle qualité

Belle coupe

Hélène. B.

Manche un peu longue

Knit bolero

Rita F.

Indispensable !!!!! Especially the color CAPUCINO. IT goes everywhere with me.

Boléro fluide

Evelyne B.

Excellent, couleur, grandeur, confection avec fibres recyclées très appreciee

Tel que présenté

Isabelle M.

Tel que présenté

Parfait

Michèle H.

Je recommanderais

Simplicité, légèreté et tout aller

Francine R.

Simplicité, légèreté et tout aller

Belle veste d’été.

Joanne B.

Belle veste mince d’été qui s’apporte facilement dans une sacoche ou autre car ne prend pas beaucoup de place.

Very nice fabric

Susan W.

Love everything about this cardigan except for the arm length. The arms are quite long, so have to roll them up. I would love to see it in more colors.

Bien beau mais petit et

Chantale D.

Bien beau mais petit et manches très longues

Tres beau tricot

Helene M.

Tres beau tricot

Aime beaucoup la couleur

Suzanne B.

Très joli et classique à mon goût

Light sweater

Joanne M.

Nice lightweight sweater, fit a little smaller than expected so returned

Wow le match

Hélène F.

J’avais une robe Columbia et le boléro est du même ton 👏🏼

Nonsatisfaite

Nicol W.

Couleur que j n'aime pas

4th one purchased

Susan W.

This is the 4th color I've ordered, but this brown color is awful. I'm Disappointed that the color of brown is so dull. It doesn't go with any of my other browns. I'll be returning. . . . . very sad, because this is the nicest cardigan I've ever had.

Passe-partout!

Carole M.

Pratique, léger et confortable. Avec une jupe, un jeans, etc

Satisfaite, fait bien et se

joane p.

Satisfaite, fait bien et se porte avec différentes sortes de vêtements.

C’est la veste légère que je recherchais

Johanne R.

Indémodable et pratique

Thin and soft fabric

Charlotte B.

Lovely fabric, light and soft, fits short for the style and arms are snug, perfect for over my strappy dresses but not anything with sleeves.

moyennement léger

Louise R.

doux, passe-partout, manches longues. Je l'adore ! J'ai acheté le XXL .

Nice fit and quality

Colette B.

Shoulder seams sit neatly at shoulders. Flattering length, mid hip. Fine knit. Summer weight.

Super beau. Chic et sport

Micheline P.

Super beau. Chic et sport en même temps.

Very cute

Sophia D.

Big fan of the way it sits nicely it's perfect for work!

Longueur parfaite ainsi que le

Esther L.

Longueur parfaite ainsi que le tissu p

Good size, good looking

Hiroko M.

I usually wear size L. But I want to put this lightly, I chose XL. It was correct. Not too big. That is the one that I image.

Boléro

Nadine G.

Taille parfaite et super léger

Black open front cardigan

Julie C.

Nice. Good weight, good fit , true to size sized up as I wanted to ensure cardigan was a smidge oversized. Nice length, not cropped, not too long.

Beau produit

Lise R.

Un peu court à mon goût

Très bien

Maude C.

joli boléro - tissus très doux et mince

Super

celine j.

Super

la qualité ne me convenais

chantal B.

la qualité ne me convenais pas

Cardigan fait petit

Joanne N.

Bien quayant commandé taille large, fait trop petit sur chemisier

haut pratique

Guylaine P.

Je vais l'avoir longtemps

great for summer evenings

Kathy D.

Fits beautifully with a nice drape. Just the right length to look chic with skirt or jeans. One caveat: It wrinkles easily. But it also irons well.

Très jolie belle couleur pour

Danielle R.

Très jolie belle couleur pour l’été!

Pratique

Huguette D.

Très joli en superposition sur une robe ou un t-shirt.

Nice light spring sweater

Christina H.

The material is light and perfect for spring, or a cooler office. The fit is good and not too bulky.

Bonne coupe

Andrée P.

J’aime bien, à porter avec une camisole

Cute

Judy P.

I love this. Not bulky. Just perfect thickness. Very cute.

Great for summer.

Coba L.

I’m happy with this purchase. The bolero fits nicely and is true to size. The weight is perfect for summer when the A/C is cranked. It does wrinkle easily.

Tout aller

Lynn D.

C’est un bon passe partout. J’en possède 2 autres dans différentes couleurs

Parfait

Christiane A.

Parfait

Beau look

Lise L.

Très fonctionnel

Cardigan

Patricia S.

Very reasonable price for this quality

Love this sweater

Andrea S.

I loved this sweater so much that I bought a second one! Originally, I bought it in Large, but I found it was a bit too baggy and long. The Medium fit perfectly. And the red colour is gorgeous for the holidays!

le tissus n'était pas ce

Danielle M.

le tissus n'était pas ce que je pensais, trop mince

Petit plussss

Hélène F.

Ajoute du style et du confort

Belle teinte de saison

Diane B.

Un bel ajout à ma garde-robe, pratique et joli. À recommander.

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/women-clothing/sweaters/cardigans/fluid-knit-open-front-cardigan--16903-215819?colourId=0
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