Contemporaine
Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater
This is a regular-fit textured knit sweater from Contemporaine by Simons, featuring a wide boat neckline, dropped shoulders, long sleeves with ribbed cuffs, and a slightly rolled hem. Crafted from a reprocessed acrylic blend, the sweater has a relaxed, boxy silhouette with a garter-like knit texture, designed for everyday wear as a standalone top or for light layering.
Specifications
- Material
- 65% reprocessed acrylic, 35% nylon
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The Contemporaine Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater (59 CAD, in stock) uses a blend of 65% reprocessed acrylic and 35% nylon to deliver wool-like warmth with reduced pilling versus pure acrylic. Its boat neck flatters small busts, pear shapes, and narrow shoulders by adding visual chest fullness and providing coverage second only to a crew neck. The sweater enables The Row's accessible formula—paired with wide-leg trousers and loafers—and each colorway has a specific recommended bottom. Hand washing cold and laying flat to dry maintains the textured knit.
Verified claims
- Body type flattery
- Boat neck flatters small bust, pear shapes, and narrow shoulders with its wide neckline.
- Coverage
- Boat neck provides coverage second only to crew neck, concealing upper chest and bra straps.
- Pilling
- The reprocessed acrylic blend can pill with friction, especially at the underarms and sides, but the 35% nylon content helps reduce pilling compared to 100% acrylic.
- Care
- Hand wash in cold water and lay flat to dry to maintain the textured knit.
- Chest fullness
- Boat neck adds visual chest fullness for smaller busts without padding.
- Outfit formulas
- The ivory/cream beige colorway works with dark blue skinny jeans for a crisp, approachable look.
- Material
- 65% reprocessed acrylic and 35% nylon: wool-like warmth and reduced pilling.
- Styling
- Tuck this boat-neck sweater into high-waisted wide-leg trousers and finish with a leather loafer for an accessible take on The Row formula.
- Fit
- Boat-neck shapes shoulders and chest, balancing pear and small-bust figures.
- Warmth
- The reprocessed acrylic knit mimics wool's bulk, warmth, and soft handle, and the fiber's natural crimp traps warm air efficiently, so the sweater works as a mid-layer or standalone knit.
- Layering
- The boat neck's wide opening shows more of an underlying button-up shirt than a crewneck or V-neck, so this sweater frames the collar, cuffs, and chest placket for a smart-casual layered look.
- Torso length
- Multiple buyers report the sweater runs short in the torso; one says it is too short even with high-waisted pants.
- Seasonal weight
- The knit is comfortable and a nice weight to transition to warmer weather or for cooler summer evenings.
Product record
- Title
- Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 59 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 10 sourcesUses
A lightweight layer for in-between seasons
Customers reviewing this sweater describe it as a go-to layer for spring-to-summer transitional weather, when cool mornings and evenings call for a little warmth without overheating. They also reach for it across in-between seasons like early summer and autumn, crediting the breathable, mid-weight knit for the versatility.[1]
Dressing up for the office and dinner plans
Shoppers report dressing up this sweater with skirts or dress pants for work, then keeping it on for dinner, with the flattering neckline and versatile colors making the transition easy. Some reviewers like the modern cropped length, but tall or long-torso shoppers note the hem sits above the hip and may not offer enough coverage even with high-rise pants.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater: Choose this if you want a soft, breathable mid-weight knit for spring-through-autumn layering or easy office-to-dinner dressing, with a wide boat neckline and a relaxed, boxy silhouette that reviewers describe as flattering and dressy with skirts or dress pants. Its intentionally cropped hem sits above the hip, which taller or long-torso shoppers found too short for coverage even with high-rise bottoms. Note that the knit stretches out during wear and may not fully bounce back, so those who want a sweater that holds its shape all day may be disappointed.[1,2] | Fine-Knit Boat-Neck Sweater: Choose this if you want a relaxed, slightly blouson sweater with a wide boat neckline that sits near the collarbones and exposes the upper shoulders and back. Its fine, smooth knit is a recycled viscose blend (53% LENZING ECOVERO viscose, 29% polyester, 18% nylon), with long sleeves that drop from the shoulder, ribbed cuffs, and a stretch ribbed hem intended to create a blousing effect. It comes in Black, Light Grey, and Pine/Bottle Green in sizes X-Small through X-Large; note the hem sits near the top of the hips on the model, though fit may vary by wearer.[3,4,5,6] | Wide Ribbing Fitted Boat-Neck Sweater: Choose this if you want a fitted, long-sleeve boat-neck sweater with wide vertical ribbing, ribbed waistbands and cuffs, and a slightly curved hem, made from an ultra-soft fine knit described by Simons as a blend of forest-conscious LENZING™ ECOVERO™ viscose (53% viscose, 29% polyester, 18% nylon). It comes in Black, Sand, and Slate Blue in sizes X-SMALL through X-LARGE, though Slate Blue has no X-SMALL variant listed. As a Contemporaine design, it is presented as an exclusive designed in Canada.[7,8,9,10] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a loose-fit boat-neck sweater worn by a model; visible features include a wide boat neckline, dropped shoulders, long full sleeves with ribbed cuffs, textured garter-like knit, and a slightly rolled hem.
- NecklineWide boat neckline that sits close to the collarbone with a single-layer knit edge and no visible collar seam.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high) - Knit textureDistinct coarse, horizontal garter-like textured knit across the body and sleeves, giving a visible raised ridged pattern.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.32 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (high) - Sleeve shapeLong, loose-fitting sleeves with dropped shoulder seams; left sleeve cuff shows a narrow ribbed finish and slight excess length over the wrist.
2 regions
x 0.03 · y 0.34 · w 0.36 · h 0.45 (high); x 0.42 · y 0.40 · w 0.52 · h 0.45 (high) - Hem detailLower hem appears slightly rolled with the knit turned under, sitting over the waistband of the model's pants.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.72 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (medium) - Fit and silhouetteRelaxed, boxy silhouette with extra room through the body; sweater falls to just above the hip on the model.
- Visible adornmentsNo visible buttons, zippers, pockets, or printed logos on the sweater surface.
Other
Studio portrait of a model wearing the sweater against a plain light background; even soft lighting with minimal shadows and a tight crop showing head to waist.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from head to upper thighs, facing forward with one hand touching her neck and the other arm crossed, partially covering the sweater.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.02 · w 0.80 · h 0.96 (high) - BackgroundEven, light neutral background with no visible texture or props.
- LightingSoft, diffused studio lighting with minimal hard shadows and even illumination across the sweater and model's face.
- Visible non-product clothingBlack belt and waistband of pants are visible at the bottom of the frame and are not part of the sweater.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.82 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - Image cropTightly cropped composition that cuts off part of the model's left sleeve near the image left edge and the right sleeve near the image right edge.
Colors
vivid medium blue· sweater body and sleeves- NecklineWide boat neckline that sits close to the collarbone with a single-layer knit edge and no visible collar seam.
- 02
Product
Front view of a loose-fitting, textured knit boat-neck sweater in a vivid blue shown on a model; long sleeves with visible dropped shoulder seam and a slightly curved hem that is partially tucked at the front.
- NecklineWide boat neckline that sits close to the collarbone with a narrow turned edge finish.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high) - Knit textureOpen, pebble-like textured knit visible across the entire sweater surface, producing a slightly heathered look from small knit loops.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.40 (high) - SleevesLong sleeves with no visible cuffs; sleeve opening appears simple and slightly tapered at the wrist where the model has one sleeve pulled over the hand.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.48 (high); x 0.48 · y 0.18 · w 0.36 · h 0.42 (high) - Shoulder constructionDropped shoulder seam visible where sleeve meets body, creating a relaxed shoulder line.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high) - Hem and fitLoose, boxy body with a slightly curved hem that is tucked into the front waistband; hem edge is simple and not ribbed.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.48 · w 0.52 · h 0.20 (high) - Visible color variationUniform bright blue color across sweater with slight tonal variation due to knit texture and lighting.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.48 (high)
Other
Studio portrait of a model wearing the sweater against a clean white background; three-quarter crop showing head to mid-thigh, soft even lighting with minimal shadows, model posed with one arm crossed and hand near face.
- Model and poseFemale model facing forward with head slightly tilted, left arm crossed over body and right hand touching chin; pose partly obscures the right sleeve.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high) - BackgroundPlain seamless white background with no visible props or patterns.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft, even studio lighting producing very mild shadowing under the chin and along the sweater folds; highlights are diffuse.
- Image cropImage framed from just above the head to mid-thigh; lower legs and feet are cropped out.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low)
Colors
vivid azure blue· sweater body- NecklineWide boat neckline that sits close to the collarbone with a narrow turned edge finish.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve textured knit sweater worn by a model, showing boat-neck back, relaxed straight hem, visible horizontal garter-like knit texture, and ribbed hem and sleeve cuffs.
- Overall shapeSweater seen from the back with a straight, slightly relaxed silhouette and long set-in sleeves that extend past the model's wrists.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.12 · w 0.62 · h 0.74 (high) - NecklineWide shallow boat-neck visible at the upper back with a narrow finished edge.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Knit textureHorizontal, ridged garter-like knit texture across the body and sleeves, creating fine horizontal stripes of knit rows.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.68 (high) - Hem and cuff finishRibbed finish at the bottom hem and at the sleeve cuffs with slightly tighter knit than the body.
2 regions
x 0.13 · y 0.76 · w 0.58 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (medium) - Fit on shoulders and backShoulder seams sit slightly dropped; back panel shows smooth, unbroken knit with no visible center seam.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.46 · h 0.30 (high) - Visible portion of other garmentsBlack wide-leg pants visible below the sweater hem and partially covering hips.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.84 · w 0.60 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio photograph showing a model from the rear-three-quarter with neutral white background, even soft lighting and minimal shadows; image is cropped to include head and upper legs.
- Model pose and viewModel standing with back mostly to camera and head turned slightly to the right, showing the sweater's rear and right profile of the face.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light gray-to-white seamless background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal shadows.
- Hair and accessoriesModel has long straight hair draped over the sweater back and is wearing a small hoop earring on the visible ear.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.24 (high) - Image crop and framingFrame includes model from the top of the head to just below the hips; slight right-side space left by composition.
Colors
bright blue· body and sleeves- Overall shapeSweater seen from the back with a straight, slightly relaxed silhouette and long set-in sleeves that extend past the model's wrists.
Variants
20 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4290084 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Ivory/cream Beige - X-Small | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4290085 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Ivory/cream Beige - Small | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4290086 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Ivory/cream Beige - Medium | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4290087 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Ivory/cream Beige - Large | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4290088 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Ivory/cream Beige - X-Large | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4525669 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Chocolate/espresso - X-Small | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4525670 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Chocolate/espresso - Small | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4525671 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Chocolate/espresso - Medium | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4525672 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Chocolate/espresso - Large | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4525673 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Chocolate/espresso - X-Large | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4662538 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Blue - X-Small | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4662539 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Blue - Small | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4662540 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Blue - Medium | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4662541 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Blue - Large | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4662542 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Blue - X-Large | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4525679 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Coral Orange - X-Small | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4525680 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Coral Orange - Small | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4525681 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Coral Orange - Medium | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4525682 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Coral Orange - Large | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4525683 | Textured Knit Boat-Neck Sweater - Coral Orange - X-Large | CA$39.95CA$59.00 | Yes |
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Customer Reviews
29 total29 reviews · out of 5
Nice feel
Good quality and colours are vibrant. Perfect for the summer !
Tissu rude
Couleur bizarre et tissu rugueux
Joli!
J’adore, mon deuxième!
Satisfaite très beau
Satisfaite très beau
Nice fit
Material has a nice flow on the body. Looks really nice on.
Fits very loose
Too big. Returned. Nice colour
Lovely sweater
Lovely sweater and colour
Le confort
Chandail très confortable. C'est mon 3eme. J'ai réussi à avoir la grandeur xs. J'adore la couleur. Merci Simons
rich colour
The colour is a lovely shade of brown. Fabric is soft and drapes nicely.
Great sweater for spring!
The knit is comfortable and a nice weight to transition to warmer weather or for cooler summer evenings. It’s a nice length and the neckline is flattering. I chose the cream color and it goes with pretty much everything from jeans to skirts to dress pants.
Reporté à la boutique, trop court.
Ce chandail est trop court pour moi, j’aime mieux les modèles plus longs !
Chandail
Très beau
Chandail col bateau trictot texturé
Très doux et confortable.
Oui je recommande
Oui je recommande
versatile
loved this. goes with a lot of casual summer wear
Love these sweaters
This is my 2nd of these boatneck sweaters. They are brilliant for spring, ealy summer and autumn wear.
Le chandail col bateau tricot texturé
J’aime les manches larges et le bas des manches en forme de cloche. Original et confortable. Je suis retournée chez Simons pour en acheter un 2e. Bonne variété de couleurs en magasin.
Très beau
Très beau sauf s’agrandi un peu en le portant. Bonne taille et couleur vivante.
Très bon achat!
Texture agréable à portée. Couleur très classe et inspirante pour le printemps.
J’aime
Il est exactement ce à quoi je m’attendais
Précis et alléchant
J'adore cet article qui fait très bien et la couleur est très belle
Great sweater
Fit and material are very good.
Super
Super
Too short
The shirt fits, however it's too short in the torso even with high waisted pants
belle couleur, manches trop grandes
belle couleur, manches trop grandes je doute au fil du temps qu' il va garder sa forme a cause du tissu dont il est fait un peu rigide. . .
Beau chandail
Bon rapport qualité-prix.
Chandail en tricot
Magnifique
Très beau!
Tombe bien, parfait pour les vacances!
J'aimais la texture et couleur
J'aimais la texture et couleur