Contemporaine
Textured Reprocessed Cotton Sweater
This women's long-sleeve crewneck pullover from Contemporaine by Simons has a regular fit and an all-over textured knit. It is made in Canada from a sustainable blend of 60% reprocessed cotton and 40% acrylic, with ribbed edging at the collar, cuffs, and hem. Reviewers report the fit runs true to size.
- Material
- reprocessed cotton blend
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Specifications
Textured knit sweater in a reprocessed cotton blend with a regular fit, crew neck, and ribbed edging.
Textured knit, reprocessed cotton blend, ribbed edging.
- Material
- reprocessed cotton blend
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- textured knit
- reprocessed cotton blend
- regular fit
- crew neck
- ribbed edging
- designed in Canada
Product Insights
The Textured Reprocessed Cotton Sweater by Contemporaine, priced at 69 CAD and in stock with a 5-star rating from 6 reviews, offers a sustainable smart-casual staple: its 60/40 blend of reprocessed cotton and acrylic creates a slub texture that hides creases, adds handcrafted depth to colors, and pairs with denim or blazers. The ribbed trim defines a polished drape, and the lightweight knit is warmer than pure cotton yet breathable for mild weather (though less airflow than cotton). Environmental savings reach 2,116 L water and 1.73 kg CO₂ per kg of fiber, and buyers report the reprocessed content makes the sweater more attractive. The main tradeoff: persistent pilling from acrylic requires a fabric shaver every 5-10 wears, and hand-washing is needed to maintain fit and prevent shrinkage.
Verified claims
- Slub texture
- Slub texture hides creases, adds handcrafted finish and color depth.
- Drape
- Ribbed trim defines silhouette and reviewers confirm a polished drape.
- Versatility
- The texture bridges casual and formal, pairing with denim or blazers.
- Weight
- Despite the textured knit, the sweater is lightweight and breathable.
- Hand feel
- The 60/40 blend produces a soft hand with subtle wool-like fluff and slub texture.
- Warmth
- Warmer than pure cotton of same gauge; suitable for standalone wear in cool weather.
- Breathability
- Breathability adequate for mild weather, but less airflow than pure cotton.
- Layering
- Acrylic insulation and regular fit make it a versatile layering piece for cool weather.
- Environmental savings
- Each kg of recycled cotton saves up to 2,116 L water and 1.73 kg CO₂ equivalent.
- Value
- 60% reprocessed cotton, 40% acrylic — exceeds typical recycled content range; slub knit aligns aesthetic with sustainability.
- Buyer appeal
- A buyer reports that the reprocessed material made the sweater a more attractive purchase.
- Pricing pattern
- Recurring $29.95 clearance across multiple styles confirms a deliberate promotion.
- Quality consistency
- Full-price quality (5-star, true size), slub texture, three-season wear at clearance price.
- Smart-casual styling
- Slub texture and ribbed trim let it replace graphic knits in smart-casual outfits.
- Pilling
- 40% acrylic content makes pilling persistent; fabric shaver needed every 5-10 wears.
- Color depth
- Slub knit makes reprocessed cotton's irregularities intentional, adding visual depth to colorways.
- Fit
- Regular fit runs true to size with a flattering drape.
- Care
- The care label specifies hand washing and flat drying to maintain fit; high-heat drying may cause shrinkage.
- Durability
- The 40% acrylic helps the sweater resist sagging and adds bounce-back, though a long-term buyer notes similar styles can still lose some shape over time; pilling (grade 1-2) is manageable with hand washing.
- Recycled content
- At 60% reprocessed cotton, the sweater exceeds the 20–50% recycled content typical of mechanically recycled yarns; the 40% acrylic supplies the structural backbone for the regular fit.
- Color accuracy
- Customers rate the sweater 5/5 including satisfaction with color accuracy; the seller notes official photos are shot under controlled lighting, so slight monitor-related variations can occur.
Product record
- Title
- Textured Reprocessed Cotton Sweater
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 69 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 5 stars, 6 reviews, scale 5
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Front-facing long-sleeve crewneck sweater with a textured waffle/seed knit, ribbed collar, cuffs and hem, shown flat against a neutral background.
- Overall shapeCrewneck pullover with long set-in sleeves, straight hem and a relaxed, slightly boxy silhouette shown flattened and centered in the frame.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.14 · w 0.67 · h 0.72 (high) - NecklineRound crewneck with a moderately wide ribbed collar band that sits flat against the body of the sweater.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.12 · w 0.25 · h 0.10 (high) - Knit textureAll-over textured horizontal waffle or small basketweave knit pattern visible across body and sleeves, creating a raised, regularly repeating stitch pattern.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.58 (high) - Cuffs and hemWide ribbed sleeve cuffs and a matching wide ribbed hem band with tighter vertical ribs than the collar.
3 regions
x 0.17 · y 0.78 · w 0.67 · h 0.13 (high); x 0.17 · y 0.65 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.71 · y 0.65 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Neck labelSmall rectangular white fabric label sewn into the inside back neck, visible above the collar; text on the label is too small to read at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.12 · w 0.09 · h 0.04 (medium) - Visible seamsShoulder seams are visible where sleeves join the body; side seams are not prominent in this view.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.18 · w 0.38 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a flat light gray background with even diffuse lighting and minimal shadow, sweater centered and cropped with space around edges.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background filling the frame.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse studio lighting with a faint soft shadow beneath the hem indicating slight separation from the background.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.84 · w 0.34 · h 0.08 (medium) - Shot compositionCentered, front-on flat lay product shot with full sweater visible and equal margin on left and right sides.
Colors
deep burgundy· main body and sleevesdeep burgundy· ribbed collar, cuffs and hemwhite· neck label#EDEDED- Overall shapeCrewneck pullover with long set-in sleeves, straight hem and a relaxed, slightly boxy silhouette shown flattened and centered in the frame.
Variants
6 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4539618 | Textured Reprocessed Cotton Sweater - Mossy Green - X-Small | CA$29.95CA$69.00 | Yes |
| 4539619 | Textured Reprocessed Cotton Sweater - Mossy Green - Small | CA$29.95CA$69.00 | Yes |
| 4539620 | Textured Reprocessed Cotton Sweater - Mossy Green - Medium | CA$29.95CA$69.00 | Yes |
| 4539621 | Textured Reprocessed Cotton Sweater - Mossy Green - Large | CA$29.95CA$69.00 | Yes |
| 4539628 | Textured Reprocessed Cotton Sweater - Burgundy - X-Small | CA$29.95CA$69.00 | Yes |
| 4539630 | Textured Reprocessed Cotton Sweater - Burgundy - Medium | CA$29.95CA$69.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
8 total8 reviews · out of 5
Lovely sweater
Beautiful navy sweater, lightweight and sizing is perfect.
Nice soft knit.
as advertised. Soft texture and very versatile.
Nice navy color
Light weight cotton sweater
Cotton sweater
This sweater is made well out of soft reprocessed cotton. I have a few like it and they do loose a bit of shape overtime, but otherwise it’s a great piece.
Chandail texturé coton
Ce chandail tombe parfaitement. Très chic, il convient à tous types d’événements. Je le recommande vivement!
Excellente qualité Belle couleur
Excellente qualité Belle couleur
Textured reprocessed cotton sweate
Very smart. The textured feature is very attractive and unusual. The fact that it is made with reprocessed material makes is a more attractive purchase.
Très confortable
Stylé et confortable