Contemporaine
Lustrous Ribbon-Knit Sweater Vest
This product is a sleeveless sweater vest from the Contemporaine by Simons exclusive collection designed in Canada. It is made from a soft, ultra-comfortable stretch knit with a lustrous ribbon texture, featuring a relaxed fit, crew neck, and ribbed hem. This vest is intended for use as a layering top for women.
- Style
- casual, relaxed-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Specifications
Lustrous ribbon-knit sweater vest with relaxed fit and crew neck.
Soft stretch knit, lustrous ribbon texture, ribbed hem.
- Material
- 65% reprocessed acrylic, 35% nylon
- Style
- casual, relaxed-fit
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- soft and ultra comfortable stretch knit
- lustrous ribbon knit
- relaxed fit
- crew neck
- ribbed hem
Product Insights
The Lustrous Ribbon-Knit Sweater Vest from Contemporaine offers a subtle, shiftable sheen from flat ribbon yarn, creating a fluid, non-bulky drape that skims the body and layers cleanly under jackets. It is non-itchy, lightweight, quick-drying, and machine-washable without shape loss or fading when dried flat. The key tradeoff is its proneness to snagging on jewelry or rough surfaces, requiring gentle care. Despite sizing inconsistencies, it dresses up or down, works standalone in mild weather, and pairs with a matching cardigan for an affordable twin-set look. Buyers often purchase multiple colors, and the vest can be found at significant discount, enhancing its value.
Verified claims
- Luster
- Flat ribbon yarn reflects light in a broad, even sweep, making deep colors appear gently luminous rather than flat.
- Fabric hand
- Ribbon yarn creates a wavy surface and a fluid, non-bulky drape.
- Drape
- Flat ribbon knit creates fluid drape with subtle sheen, skims body without bunching under jackets.
- Wearability
- Non-itchy, lightweight, quick-drying, and drapes cleanly.
- Sizing consistency
- Fit is inconsistent: some reviewers find the vest runs large on petite frames, one found their usual medium too tight, while others report a great fit.
- Durability
- 65% reprocessed acrylic / 35% nylon blend machine-washes without shape loss or fading when dried flat.
- Snagging
- Ribbon-knit prone to snagging on jewelry or rough surfaces.
- Versatility
- Dresses up or down, layers under jackets, and works standalone in mild weather.
- Lustrous sheen
- Ribbon-knit has a subtle luminous sheen that shifts with movement.
- Color variety appeal
- A buyer who has owned this vest for years bought it in two more colors and calls it a versatile, chic staple.
- Coordinated outfit
- Matching cardigan (style 6867-226000) completes a twin-set on a budget.
- Care
- Ribbon-knit snags easily and requires hand washing or gentle cycle and flat drying.
- Fit
- The vest's slim, sleeveless silhouette layers easily under jackets, but fit varies by size so check sizing before ordering.
- Value
- At $19.99 clearance (down from $49), the vest is an affordable entry point to start a twin-set.
- Price comparison
- At 9.99 CAD, the vest is about 80% off the 49 CAD regular price, steeper than the Heathered Knit V-Neck's 49% off at 29.95.
- Matching set
- A matching cardigan (style 6867-226000) is available to complete a twin-set look.
- Knit quality
- Ribbon knit has a lustrous sheen but is prone to snagging.
- Sustainability
- Reprocessed acrylic is typically made from recycled post-industrial materials like fabric scraps or production offcuts, reducing landfill waste and resource consumption rather than using virgin petroleum-based fibers.
- Colorfastness
- The acrylic blend holds dye with exceptional intensity, so the deep indigo shade resists fading and keeps its rich saturation through normal wear and gentle washing.
- Shape retention
- The nylon content adds tensile strength and abrasion resistance, helping the vest hold its crisp silhouette at the neck and hem through repeated wear.
Product record
- Title
- Lustrous Ribbon-Knit Sweater Vest
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 49 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 10 sourcesUses
Dress-up-or-down layering for office and smart-casual days
Reviewers report this vest's knit weight and chic look make it easy to layer for the office or style for smart-casual outings, dressing up or down effortlessly. It's been styled over wide-leg bottoms or with high-waist shorts and a belt. Some reviewers note it runs snug, so consider sizing up if you prefer a roomier cut.[1,2,3]
Everyday layer you can wash often
This soft, stretchy knit vest works for everyday outfits, dressing up or down as a lightweight layer for regular wear. Reviewers report it holds up to machine washing without losing its shape or color, keeping a stylish look even after multiple washes.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Lustrous Ribbon-Knit Sweater Vest: Choose this if you want a soft, stretchy crew-neck sweater vest with a lustrous, ribbon-like knit texture that layers well and can be dressed up or down for office or smart-casual wear. It comes in a relaxed, straight-cut sleeveless silhouette with ribbed trims and a ribbed hem, and reviewers report it holds its shape and color through machine washing. Note that sizing is inconsistent—reviewers report it runs large on petite frames yet snug on average builds—so consider sizing up or down depending on the fit you want.[1,3] | Natural Knit Fringed Sweater Vest Exclusive Collection From Italy: Choose this if you want a sleeveless, boxy cropped knit layer with a raw-textured cotton and acrylic knit (80% cotton, 20% acrylic) and a playful band of loose yarn fringe running along the entire straight hem. It has a ribbed crew neck, clean finished armholes, and a hem that, as shown on the model, sits at or just above the waist, so it suits outfits where a short, relaxed vest is the goal. It is imported from Italy and offered exclusively at Contemporaine in small, medium, and large, and the boxy cut is a defined design choice rather than a fitted silhouette.[4,5,6] | Loose Fluffy V-Neck Sweater Vest: Choose this if you want a loose, boxy sleeveless layer with a soft, slightly fluffy knit, a V-neck, and ribbed trim at the neckline, armholes, and hem, offered in Black, Light Grey, Chocolate/Espresso, and Slate Blue in sizes X-Small to X-Large. Note that despite the wool-blend description, the fabric is mostly reprocessed polyester with only 6% wool, and on the model the relaxed hem sits near the waist to hip, appearing slightly cropped, so length may vary by wearer.[7,8,9,10] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Upper front of a sleeveless ribbon-knit sweater vest shown on a model, featuring a crew neckline with ribbed trim and a textured knit surface in a warm rust color.
- SilhouetteSleeveless vest shown from the front, covering the upper torso and shoulders with a close-fitting shape at the neck and chest.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.38 · w 0.88 · h 0.55 (high) - Neckline trimRound crew neckline finished with a narrow ribbed trim in the same yarn as the body.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.28 · w 0.50 · h 0.15 (high) - Knit textureDense ribbon-like knit texture with visible horizontal stitch rows and a slightly lustrous, ribbony surface appearance.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.43 · w 0.76 · h 0.43 (high) - Armhole finishArmholes are sleeveless with a clean finished edge matching the body knit, leaving the shoulders exposed.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.34 · w 0.88 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing model from upper chest to top of head against a plain light background; gold hoop earrings and a nose stud are visible as accessories; soft, even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionClose-crop portrait framing the model from the upper chest to slightly above the head, centered horizontally.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundPlain light off-white background with even, diffuse studio lighting and no visible props.
- Model accessoriesModel is wearing medium-sized gold hoop earrings and a small nose stud which are visually distinct from the garment.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.16 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (medium) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even lighting with gentle shadows beneath the chin and slight specular highlights on the model's skin.
Colors
burnt rust· body#A43C23- SilhouetteSleeveless vest shown from the front, covering the upper torso and shoulders with a close-fitting shape at the neck and chest.
- 02
Product
Sleeveless knitted vest in a warm rust-orange color with a close-fitting crew neckline and visible ribbon-like knit texture; hem falls to the wearer’s natural waist and the armholes are cut close to the shoulder.
- SilhouetteSleeveless, waist-length vest with a straight hem and a fitted torso silhouette visible on a model.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.36 (high) - Neckline trimClose-fitting crew neckline finished with a slightly denser, ribbed knit band in the same color as the body.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.12 · w 0.33 · h 0.06 (high) - Armhole cutArmholes are cut close to the shoulder with a clean finished edge and no visible sleeves.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.14 · w 0.15 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.67 · y 0.14 · w 0.15 · h 0.20 (high) - Knit textureMedium-gauge ribbon-like knit with a subtle luminous or lustrous appearance and visible horizontal knit rows across the body.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.18 · w 0.52 · h 0.28 (high) - Hem positionHem sits at the wearer’s natural waist and is straight across, with the vest slightly tucked or resting against the waistband of the shorts.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.40 · w 0.52 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Studio fashion shot showing the model from mid-thigh up against a plain light background, even soft lighting with minimal shadows; additional clothing items and accessories visible but not described as the product.
- Shot compositionCentered vertical portrait framing showing the model from approximately mid-thigh to above the head.
- BackgroundPlain light neutral background, evenly lit and free of props or scenic elements.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model and stylingModel wearing the vest with black high-waist shorts and a black belt with a gold-toned buckle; left hand in pocket and right arm relaxed by the side.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.44 · w 0.60 · h 0.46 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing even illumination and minimal hard shadows; slight shadowing under the model's chin and along the right side of the body.
Colors
rust orange· body#8C5B3C- SilhouetteSleeveless, waist-length vest with a straight hem and a fitted torso silhouette visible on a model.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a sleeveless ribbon-knit sweater vest on a model, showing back body, armholes, neckline, and ribbed hem in a rust-orange knit.
- Overall shapeStraight-cut sleeveless vest with a slightly boxy silhouette that falls to the hip area on the model.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.63 (high) - NecklineShallow crew neckline with a narrow ribbed trim visible at the back neck.
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.12 · w 0.26 · h 0.06 (high) - ArmholesWide sleeveless arm openings with straight edges that extend down from the shoulder to reveal the model's upper arms.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.15 · w 0.13 · h 0.42 (high); x 0.69 · y 0.15 · w 0.13 · h 0.42 (high) - Knit textureVisible ribbon-style knit with a slightly lustrous, irregular stitch texture across the back surface.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.20 · w 0.50 · h 0.47 (high) - Hem detailWide ribbed hem at the bottom edge of the vest with tighter vertical ribbing contrasting the main body knit.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.66 · w 0.60 · h 0.09 (high) - Side seam and back fitBack panel appears smooth with a single visible side seam contouring slightly inward at the waist on the model's right side.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.36 · w 0.26 · h 0.40 (medium)
Other
Studio-style rear product shot on a standing model with neutral light background; model is cropped at mid-thigh and shown turned slightly to the left.
- Model stylingModel wearing the vest over black wide-leg bottoms; hands rest near hips with one hand partially visible behind the body.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.68 · w 0.52 · h 0.31 (high) - Background and lightingEven, soft studio lighting on a plain off-white background with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionCentered rear-facing composition showing the full back of the vest; image cropped above the knees.
- Hair and accessoriesModel has dark wavy hair falling past the collar and is wearing a small gold hoop earring visible at the left ear in profile.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.03 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high)
Colors
rust orange· body#8C331Cdeep rust orange· ribbed hem#943B24- Overall shapeStraight-cut sleeveless vest with a slightly boxy silhouette that falls to the hip area on the model.
Variants
8 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4529726 | Lustrous Ribbon-Knit Sweater Vest - Indigo/dark Blue - Small | CA$19.99CA$49.00 | Yes |
| 4529727 | Lustrous Ribbon-Knit Sweater Vest - Indigo/dark Blue - Medium | CA$19.99CA$49.00 | Yes |
| 4529730 | Lustrous Ribbon-Knit Sweater Vest - Grape/dark Crimson - X-Small | CA$19.99CA$49.00 | Yes |
| 4529731 | Lustrous Ribbon-Knit Sweater Vest - Grape/dark Crimson - Small | CA$19.99CA$49.00 | Yes |
| 4529732 | Lustrous Ribbon-Knit Sweater Vest - Grape/dark Crimson - Medium | CA$19.99CA$49.00 | Yes |
| 4529735 | Lustrous Ribbon-Knit Sweater Vest - Burnt/brick Orange - X-Small | CA$19.99CA$49.00 | Yes |
| 4529736 | Lustrous Ribbon-Knit Sweater Vest - Burnt/brick Orange - Small | CA$19.99CA$49.00 | Yes |
| 4529737 | Lustrous Ribbon-Knit Sweater Vest - Burnt/brick Orange - Medium | CA$19.99CA$49.00 | Yes |
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Customer Reviews
5 total5 reviews · out of 5
Too tight of a fit for me
This was a nice sweater. I usually wear a medium but it was too tight and hugging for me. I usually like things a little longer and looser so it just wasn't for me. Maybe if i had bought a large size.
Débardeur maille
Fait grand
Soft weave
Very nice just too large for petite frame
Perfect Piece
Lovely addition to my wardrobe. Beautiful colour, great fit and perfect weight.
Perfect Staple for my work wardrobe
I bought this item about three years ago in an oatmeal colour and it is one of my favourites. It fits really well and works under a blazer or over a blouse. Very versatile, wears and washes great and always looks chic. I have now bought it in two more colours and they did not disappoint!