Is this sweater designed to be worn tucked in or untucked, given the poplin insert detail at the hem?

This sweater is designed to be worn untucked. The poplin shirt insertion at the hem is a visible design detail meant to be shown, and the loose fit also encourages an untucked look.

Contemporaine

Poplin Insert Loose Sweater

5/5 (1)

CA$79.00CAD

In Stock

This loose-fit crew neck sweater features a poplin shirt insert at the hem and horizontal white stripes on a black knit body. Crafted from a blend of LENZING™ ECOVERO™ Viscose, it includes ribbed edging at the neck, cuffs, and hem, with a relaxed silhouette and dropped shoulders. Designed in Canada by Contemporaine by Simons.

Material: LENZING™ ECOVERO™ Viscose
Style: casual, relaxed-fit
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Color

BlackIvory/Cream BeigeNavy/Midnight BluePink

Size

X-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE

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Specifications

Loose-fit crew neck sweater with poplin insert at hem, made from soft stretch viscose blend.

Poplin shirt insertion at hem, ribbed edging, crew neck, loose fit

Material: LENZING™ ECOVERO™ Viscose
Style: casual, relaxed-fit
Gender: female
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Additional Attributes

soft stretch knit
made from LENZING ECOVERO Viscose (forest-conscious)
poplin shirt insertion at hem
crew neck
loose fit
ribbed edging
exclusive designed in Canada

Product Insights

The Poplin Insert Loose Sweater from Contemporaine delivers the look of a button-down layered under a sweater via a crisp poplin hem insert and ribbed edging that structure the loose fit, while the fluid ECOVERO viscose knit drapes breathably and resists wrinkles and shrinkage after cold wash and flat drying. At $79 CAD, this Simons exclusive combines a rarely seen poplin detail with fully traceable, EU Ecolabel-certified viscose that cuts water and carbon emissions by at least 50%, requiring gentle care to maintain its crisp contrast.

Verified claims

Layering effect: Worn untucked to mimic a button-down shirt layered under a sweater without a second garment.
Fabric interplay: Crisp poplin hem and fluid knit drape add structure and visual contrast to the loose fit.
Care: Cold-water delicate wash and flat dry preserve the poplin hem's crispness and prevent viscose shrinkage.
Design value: At $79 CAD, this Simons exclusive adds a poplin insert detail rarely seen at this price.
Fit: Ribbed edging and poplin hem give loose sweater a structured shape.
Styling: Poplin insert mimics a layered shirt and is worn untucked.
Channel value: Simons exclusive pricing allows this poplin-hem sweater at $79.
Sustainable fabric: ECOVERO viscose achieves at least 50% lower water and carbon emissions.
Design details: Poplin hem insert and ribbed edging create a layered, structured look.
Fabric performance: Buyers report the viscose knit is breathable and resists wrinkles and shrinkage after cold wash.
Drape: The viscose blend feels silky-smooth and cool, draping fluidly without clinging.
Breathability: Breathable for solo wear or layering in mild conditions.
Wrinkle resistance: Buyers report it resists creasing and shows no shrinkage after cold wash and air drying.
Traceability: ECOVERO fibers are fully traceable from forest to finished product via a molecular marker.
Eco-credentials: ECOVERO is the first viscose to earn the EU Ecolabel, with closed-loop chemical recovery and 50% lower water and carbon footprint.

Product record

Title: Poplin Insert Loose Sweater
Brand: Contemporaine
Price: 79 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

Loose fit and drape on different body types

Ribbed edging at the crew neck and cuffs provides subtle tension that keeps the relaxed silhouette anchored on the body — it prevents the wide neckline from drooping or slipping off the shoulders despite the overall fluid drape.
The woven poplin panel at the hem introduces a non-stretch, structured element that adds weight to the bottom, causing the sweater to hang with a subtle flare and preventing the loose knit from appearing shapeless — the result is a deliberate, anchored drape rather than an unstructured balloon silhouette.
LENZING ECOVERO Viscose fibers produce a soft, fluid drape that hangs straight from the shoulders without clinging, giving the loose-cut body a clean, flattering line that moves easily over the frame rather than bunching.

How this sweater stacks up against similar options

Because Contemporaine is a Simons exclusive designed in Canada, the sweater bypasses traditional wholesale channels, allowing the brand to invest in a design detail like the poplin hem without pushing the price beyond $79 CAD.

How the poplin insert shapes the look and styling

The crisp, wrinkle-resistant poplin hem contrasts with the soft, stretch-knit body, adding a subtle but effective textural dimension that moves the design away from a basic pullover — the eye registers two different surfaces even when the colors match, which gives the sweater a crafted, detail-driven feel.
The insert replicates the silhouette of a button-up shirt layered underneath a sweater, a classic menswear-inspired styling technique that signals a polished, intentional outfit — built directly into the hem, it achieves the look without the extra bulk of a real second shirt.

The environmental story behind LENZING ECOVERO Viscose

Lenzing AG, the producer of ECOVERO™, sits at the very top of the Canopy Viscose Producer Performance report, an NGO-led benchmark of responsible wood sourcing — giving the sweater an additional layer of credibility that goes beyond the fiber-level certifications alone.
A molecular marker is embedded in every ECOVERO™ fiber, enabling full traceability through Lenzing’s digital platform even after the yarn has been knitted into a garment — meaning the sustainability claim on this sweater is auditable, which is unusual in the apparel chain.
LENZING™ ECOVERO™ is the first viscose brand to earn the EU Ecolabel (license AT/016/001), a certification that assesses environmental impact across the entire product lifecycle — so the eco-credentials of this sweater are validated by a serious European standard, not just a marketing term.
Over 99% of the chemicals used in ECOVERO™ viscose production are recovered and reused in a closed-loop system, drastically reducing the toxic effluent that plagues conventional viscose manufacturing — the sweater is, from a water-pollution perspective, one of the cleanest rayon options on the market.
The production of LENZING™ ECOVERO™ viscose uses at least 50% less water and emits at least 50% fewer greenhouse gases than conventional viscose, as measured by Higg MSI life-cycle data — meaning the sweater's raw fabric has half the climate and water cost of generic rayon right from the fiber-making stage.

How the viscose-cotton combination feels and wears

A cold delicate machine wash and flat air-dry protect the viscose knit from shrinking and torqueing; skipping the dryer also preserves the poplin hem's crispness, making this an easy one-cycle garment that needs only a few extra minutes of attention.
The viscose fiber itself feels lightweight and cool against the skin, and the relaxed cut amplifies air circulation, so this sweater stays comfortable for solo wear in mild weather or as a breathable layering piece that won't trap body heat.
The LENZING ECOVERO viscose knocks at least 50% off carbon emissions and water use compared to generic viscose, and carries EU Ecolabel certification — so the plush hand comes from a fiber whose environmental claims are third-party verified.
In real-world wear, the ECOVERO viscose defied typical viscose creasing by outperforming linen and poplin tops, and after a cold machine wash and air dry it emerged with zero shrinkage — so this sweater stays smooth and size-stable through a low-effort care routine.
The viscose knit greets the skin with a silky-smooth, cool-to-the-touch sensation and falls with the fluid drape characteristic of high-grade viscose, turning the loose silhouette into an easy, graceful shape rather than a shapeless sack.

Image Analysis

2 images

01: Product
Front view of a loose boxy crew-neck sweater with horizontal white stripe bands across the chest and upper sleeves, ribbed neck/cuffs/hem, and a visible white poplin shirt insert layered at the hem.
Overall silhouetteLoose, boxy sweater with a straight hem that falls to hip level and slightly dropped shoulders visible on both sides.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.84 · h 0.60 (medium)
NecklineClose-fitting crew neck finished with a narrow ribbed knit band.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.06 · w 0.24 · h 0.10 (high)
Ribbed trimsRibbed knit cuffs and a wide ribbed hem band at the bottom of the sweater.
3 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.62 · w 0.76 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.34 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.70 · y 0.34 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (medium)
Stripe patternMultiple horizontal white stripe bands running across the chest and continuing onto the upper sleeves; stripes are evenly spaced and of uniform width.
3 regions
x 0.15 · y 0.26 · w 0.70 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.34 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.70 · y 0.34 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium)
Sleeve shapeLong sleeves with a relaxed fit that taper slightly to ribbed cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.28 · w 0.28 · h 0.34 (medium); x 0.62 · y 0.28 · w 0.28 · h 0.34 (medium)
Poplin insert hemWhite poplin-like shirt panel visibly layered under the sweater hem, showing a straight front panel with a vertical center opening and rounded lower edges.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.66 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high)
Material appearanceSweater fabric appears as a fine to medium knit with a smooth surface; poplin insert appears as a smooth woven cotton-like fabric.
Other
Studio product shot on a plain light background showing a model from head to mid-thigh, evenly lit with soft shadows; image is vertically framed and centered on the model.
Model presenceFemale model wearing the sweater; head and upper body are fully visible and centered in frame.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.00 · w 0.60 · h 0.90 (high)
Background and lightingPlain light neutral background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal directional shadows.
Framing and cropImage cropped to show the product on the model from just above the head to mid-thigh; hands are positioned across the torso and partially obscure the sweater front.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low)
Accessories and propsSmall hoop earrings visible on the model; no packaging or additional props present.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.02 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (medium)
Colors
black· main body#0E0D0Ewhite· stripe bandswhite· poplin insert
02: Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve black knit sweater with multiple horizontal white stripes across the mid-back and upper sleeves, ribbed neckline, cuffs and hem, and a visible white poplin shirt-style insert extending below the hem.
Overall silhouetteLoose-fit long-sleeve sweater shown from the back on a model; dropped shoulder seam visible and the body falls straight to a ribbed hem.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.08 · w 0.84 · h 0.84 (medium)
NecklineCrew neckline finished with a narrow ribbed band at the nape.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.05 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high)
Ribbed trimWide ribbed hem at the waist and ribbed sleeve cuffs matching the neckline ribbing.
3 regions
x 0.17 · y 0.72 · w 0.66 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.14 · y 0.80 · w 0.14 · h 0.16 (medium); x 0.72 · y 0.80 · w 0.14 · h 0.16 (medium)
Striped patternFive parallel horizontal white stripes run across the mid-back and continue onto both sleeves; stripes are evenly spaced and of uniform width.
3 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.34 · w 0.68 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.40 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.40 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high)
Material appearanceMain body appears as a smooth, medium-gauge knit with matte finish; stripes appear knitted or integrated rather than printed.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (medium)
Shirt insert visibleWhite poplin-like fabric extends below the sweater hem, forming a curved shirt-tail hem that is visible across the lower back.
Sleeve length and fitSleeves extend to the wrists with a relaxed fit and visible ribbed cuffs; sleeves show the same stripe pattern as the body midsection.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.56 (medium); x 0.70 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.56 (medium)
Visible seam detailDropped shoulder seam runs horizontally from the neck toward the sleeve, visible as a subtle line in the knit.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.64 · h 0.14 (medium)
Other
Studio rear-facing product shot on a model against a plain light gray background; even soft lighting with minimal shadows; model accessories and lower garments visible but not part of product.
Shot compositionRear-facing medium-full shot of a model centered in frame showing sweater from upper neck to upper thighs.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.02 · w 0.92 · h 0.96 (high)
Background and lightingPlain light gray background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal directional shadowing.
Model accessoriesModel wearing silver hoop earrings and multiple small ear studs visible on the near ear.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.04 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (high)
Lower garments visibleOlive-green trousers are visible below the poplin insert but are not part of the product description.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.88 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
matte black· main body#0E0E0Dbright white· horizontal stripesclean white· poplin insert

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Customer Reviews

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1 reviews · out of 5

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★★★★★Jeanne C.April 23, 2026

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Q&A

1 answered

Is this sweater designed to be worn tucked in or untucked, given the poplin insert detail at the hem?: This sweater is designed to be worn untucked. The poplin shirt insertion at the hem is a visible design detail meant to be shown, and the loose fit also encourages an untucked look.

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/women-clothing/sweaters/crew-necks/poplin-insert-loose-sweater--10597-225125?colourId=0
Updated: July 31, 2026