
Contemporaine
Loose Boat-Neck Sweater Exclusive Collection From Italy
This loose-fit sweater features a boat neckline, voluminous batwing sleeves, and fitted ribbed cuffs, crafted from a fine stretch knit. Imported from Italy as part of an exclusive collection, it has a relaxed, boxy silhouette with a straight hem, designed for comfortable wear as a versatile layering piece or standalone top.
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Size
Specifications
- Material
- 52% viscose, 26% polyester, 22% nylon
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
Contemporaine's Loose Boat-Neck Sweater, an exclusive Italian-made piece from a Simons family-owned heritage since 1840, targets women 30-40 with classic elegance. It features a wide boat neckline that prevents gapping, ribbed cuffs that anchor loose batwing sleeves, and a 52% viscose, 26% polyester, 22% nylon blend offering 60% crosswise and 30% lengthwise stretch with snap-back recovery, weighty liquid drape, breathability, and wrinkle and pilling resistance. At 59 CAD, it matches the feel of Olsen's 129 sweater at half the price, but expects some pilling. The one-size design, hand wash care, and shape retention from nylon and polyester offer a practical, comfortable fit for diverse body types.
Verified claims
- Neckline
- Wide boat neckline prevents gapping or pulling across the bust when stretched to different widths.
- Cuffs
- Ribbed cuffs anchor loose batwing sleeves so they don't overwhelm smaller arms.
- Material
- 52% viscose, 26% polyester, 22% nylon: stretches 60% crosswise and 30% lengthwise with good recovery, fitting one-size to diverse body types.
- Drape and breathability
- Weighty liquid drape and breathable from high viscose content
- Stretch and recovery
- Provides 60% crosswise and 30% lengthwise stretch with snap-back recovery
- Fabric durability
- Polyester and nylon in the blend improve wrinkle and pilling resistance
- Value
- Fabric composition and hand feel similar to Olsen's $129 sweater, more natural than LASCANA
- Care method
- Hand wash cold and lay flat to preserve shape and softness.
- Pilling
- Expected pilling is reduced by the polyester/nylon blend and stretch fine knit.
- Shape retention
- Nylon and polyester blend prevents bagging and resist wrinkling over time.
- Opacity
- Dark bra is not visible under light colors in normal indoor lighting.
- Italian origin
- Italian manufacturing, confirmed by exclusive import description and Simons’ 1840 heritage.
- Heritage
- Contemporaine sweater: Italian-made, Simons family-owned since 1840.
- Brand positioning
- Contemporaine targets women 30-40 with classic elegance.
- Fit design
- One-size boat neck and ribbed cuffs on stretch blend stay put without gapping
- Fabric performance
- Viscose-polyester-nylon blend offers drape, breathability, pill resistance, and shape recovery
- Price comparison
- At $59 CAD, roughly half the price of Olsen's $129 and well below Quince's $79.90 USD, with full-satisfaction guarantee
Product record
- Title
- Loose Boat-Neck Sweater Exclusive Collection From Italy
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 59 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01

Product
Loose black knit boat-neck sweater shown on a model; visible features include a wide shallow boat neckline, dropped/batwing sleeves with fitted ribbed cuffs, a relaxed boxy body and a straight hem with slight drape.
- NecklineWide, shallow boat-neck opening that sits near the base of the neck and collarbone on the model; neckline edge appears clean with no visible ribbing.
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.03 · w 0.34 · h 0.18 (high) - Sleeve shapeDropped shoulder with voluminous, batwing-style sleeve on the left side of the image that tapers into a fitted wrist cuff.
1 region
x 0.01 · y 0.26 · w 0.56 · h 0.50 (high) - Cuff detailFitted ribbed cuff at the wrist, visibly tighter and textured compared with the smooth body knit.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.71 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Body fit and hemRelaxed, boxy torso with soft drape and a straight hem that falls over the top of the trousers; fabric shows gentle folds and minimal visible stitch pattern.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.36 · w 0.57 · h 0.47 (high) - Knit textureFine, smooth knit surface on the sweater body with subtle visible textile grain under studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.35 · w 0.50 · h 0.40 (medium)
Other
Studio portrait of a model wearing the sweater against a plain light gray background; soft, even lighting with minimal shadows and a three-quarter crop framing the upper body and part of the trousers.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from upper thighs to head in a three-quarter pose, slightly turned to the viewer's right with one hand placed near the hip creating a relaxed posture.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.72 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundEven, light neutral gray background with no visible texture or props.
- LightingSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing even illumination and minimal harsh shadows on the garment and model.
- Image cropImage is cropped to show the front and left side of the sweater and the model's face; lower hems and full sleeves are partly out of frame on the right side.
Colors
deep black· sweater main body and sleeves#0E0C0F- NecklineWide, shallow boat-neck opening that sits near the base of the neck and collarbone on the model; neckline edge appears clean with no visible ribbing.
- 02

Product
Rear view of a loose-fitting black boat-neck sweater on a model showing a wide neckline, voluminous batwing sleeves gathered into ribbed cuffs, and a straight hem.
- NecklineWide, shallow boat neckline visible from the rear, sitting near the nape of the neck and exposing the upper shoulders.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - SilhouetteLoose, boxy body with a relaxed fit that falls straight to a simple hem at the hips.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.14 · w 0.88 · h 0.60 (high) - Sleeve styleVoluminous batwing/balloon sleeves that taper into fitted, ribbed cuffs at the wrists.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.26 · w 0.30 · h 0.62 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.26 · w 0.30 · h 0.62 (high) - CuffsLong, tightly ribbed cuffs that extend over the wrists and contrast in texture with the smoother body knit.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.76 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.76 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Knit textureFine, smooth knit appearance on the body and sleeves without visible patterns or ribbing except at cuffs.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.18 · w 0.68 · h 0.48 (medium) - HemSimple straight hem finishing at the top of the hips with no visible banding or rib detail.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.66 · w 0.72 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model from the rear with a neutral light gray background; soft even lighting and minimal shadows; model wearing light-colored trousers and jewelry that are not part of the product.
- Shot compositionFrontal camera centered on the model's back, cropping the model near mid-thigh and including the head in profile.
- BackgroundUniform light gray studio background with even, soft lighting and no visible props.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model accessoriesModel is wearing hoop earrings and a thin necklace visible at the neckline; these are separate from the sweater.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.02 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft diffuse lighting producing minimal shadows and even exposure across the sweater surface.
Colors
deep black· body and sleeves#0E0D0Edeep black· ribbed cuffs#0D0D0E- NecklineWide, shallow boat neckline visible from the rear, sitting near the nape of the neck and exposing the upper shoulders.
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Customer Reviews
60 total60 reviews · out of 5
Soft, comfy and so well made ~
Beautiful piece … well made, high quality, smart and comfy too.
La coupe, le tissu
La coupe, le tissu
Luxe Sweater
Colour is rich, material is so soft and sizing is good. I am usually a large and this one size sweater fit well
Parfait
Livraison rapide
Ok sweater.
Just okay, it doesn’t drape around the neck line as well as shown on the model. Won’t buy again.
Élégant - attention decoloration
Élégant et confortable Mais attention, la couleur rouge a décoloré sur mes vêtements plus pâles … il devrait avoir une étiquette qui mentionne le risque de décoloration
Doux et confortable
Un chandail léger et confortable.
Comfy yet stylish!
Would wear it every day :-)
J'adore
Beau pull de qualité
Elegant sweater
Beautiful sweater. It is lightweight and such a pretty colour. Perfect for spring.
Great staple
Show soft and just. A great sweater to have in your wardrobe
Very soft sweater
Ì loved this sweater so much I bought two. Very soft . This sweater looks so nice on.
So Soft
Beautiful lightweight knit, and classic styling. Very flattering and comfortable. I might be adding another colour to my wardrobe! Very good value.
satisfaite
satisfaite
stylish, comfortable
Love this, super soft and comfortable. Haven't washed it yet so I hope it keeps its form.
Très confortable
Je l’adore
Gilet
Très doux et confortable je l’adore.
Lovely sweater
Very nice soft sweater, style not suitable for me
Très satisfaite
Beau tissu doux.
Superbe
Tissu très doux, amplitude du chandail fait qu'il est super confortable et stylé.
Wow le rouge!
Doux et confortable.
So Soft
A beautiful sweater. Not too heavy and super soft. Not cropped either! Looks great. Boat neck not too wide. I am petite size so this fits really well.
All Year Round Perfect Neutral
Fabulous! Perfect in every way! Comfortable, perfectly fitted at the hips and wrists, dress up or down. A classic blouse for every season.
Exactement ce que je voulais
Chandail simple et épuré. Le tricot est doux et de bonne qualité, très confortable. Avec ce haut, je n'ai ni trop chaud ni trop froid
Beau mais mauvaise coupe
Le chandail est fait assez large mais très court. Je lève les bras et je menretrouve le ventre à l'air
Just what I needed!
This sweater is so comfy! Easy to wear on a cool day! I bought the fushia colour. I’ve had so many compliments!
Absolutely lovely!
Very soft, fabulous "drape", so hangs nicely on the body. Easy to dress up or down. Deep, rich navy. Batwing sleeves. May not be the best option for very petite or short waisted women.
Not suitable for a shorter person
I ordered this top because I was looking for something relaxed and comfortable. There was a lot of fabric which made it too overwhelming for my 5’ frame. However, the quality was impeccable and the material was soft and luxurious.
Chandail
Doux et beau !
Très satisfaite
J’adore ce chandail, belle coupe, doux sur la peau. J’en ai acheté trois tellement je l’aime
Satisfaite!
Très confo, belle couleur!
Sweater
Very nice material and feel, colour is true as well.
Douceur, élégance et raffinement
Je l’adore!
Très flatteur et agréable
Ce pull est une pièce très versatile, super confo et qui met bien la silhouette en valeur. Je recommande.
So flattering!
Absolutely love, very flattering. Great value. Very soft too. Buying in another in the pink!
Love!
light weight and very flattering fit. Will buy again in another colour.
Je l’adore
Il est beau, j’aime son style
Magnifique chandail
Tombe bien. Élégant, confortable.
So flattering
Beautiful lightweight sweater. I am broad shouldered so the cut is super flattering for me. I had bought a black one initially and went back for a pink one too!
Confortable
Super confortable, parfait pour aller au bureau avec un pantalon propre ou des jeans
Soft
Love the fit. Love the fabric and Love that the pink is not a bubblegum, toddler colour.
Comfortable
So comfortable! Soft and stretchy yet looks great with a long necklace. Wore on my flight and felt classy and comfortable.
J’adore
Douceur
Confort et elegance
Belle pièce pour le travail ou une soirée
Confortable
Il est tellement doux, confortable… Peut se porter chic ou en relaxe avec un jogging
matière très douce mais mince
Le chandail est très doux mais un peu mince pour l'hiver.
Confort et douceur!
Super confortable et doux
Flattering
Flattering
A perfect touch of elegance . . . .
I LOVE the colour. The fabric is so soft and comfortable. Great fit . . . washes well. Well worth the price!!!
Adorable
Adorable
Capsule wardrobe piece
Added this to my capsule wardrobe! Timeless Classic!
Nil
Nil
Déçue
Description n’est pas juste. Le collet n’est pas ouvert tel que l’image indique. Le collet est beaucoup plus fermé et incapable de descendre en bas des épaules.
Flattering and comfortable
Looks and feels great, will get other colours
Oversized sweater
Nice material, fits well.
Beautiful Sweater
It's a beautiful sweater and it's priced very nicely but unfortunately for me it just didn't suit my body type
Elegant and stylish!
Very flattering fit! Looks good with wide leg pants, can be dressed up or down! Purchased 2, black and navy.
Stunning!
It is beautiful! Soft and fits great. I’m a size 10-12, curvy. 5’5.
Magnifique
J'adore. Confo, chic et élégant !
Love this sweater It is
Love this sweater It is so soft and works well with jean