How does the sizing compare to other Twik tops—does it run true to size, or should I size up or down?

This top typically runs true to size, consistent with other Twik tops. Customers generally recommend ordering your usual size.

What are the recommended washing instructions to maintain the softness and prevent shrinking, especially for TENCEL Modal?

For TENCEL Modal, wash in cold water on a delicate cycle with mild detergent to maintain softness. Avoid bleach and fabric softener. Tumble dry on low heat or lay flat to dry to prevent shrinking.

Is the fabric sheer or see-through, particularly in lighter colors like Mint/Pistachio and Slate Grey?

The TENCEL Modal jersey fabric used in this T-shirt is not inherently sheer; it has good opacity typical of Modal knits. However, because it's described as 'ultra soft and light,' very light colors like Mint/Pistachio and Slate Grey may show slight transparency in direct sunlight or when stretched, but general wear should not be see-through.

How much stretch does the fabric have, and does it retain its shape after repeated wearing and washing?

The fabric is a stretch TENCEL Modal jersey, which offers comfortable stretch with good recovery. TENCEL Modal fibers are known for retaining shape well after repeated washing, so the shirt should maintain its fit with proper care.

Twik

Bell-Sleeve Boat-Neck T-Shirt

CA$35.00CAD

In Stock

This long-sleeve T-shirt features a boat neckline and bell sleeves, designed in Canada by Twik for Simons. Crafted from ultra-soft, lightweight stretch TENCEL™ Modal jersey, it offers a fitted silhouette that hugs the body and falls to a straight hem at the waist. Suitable for casual everyday wear.

Material: TENCEL Modal
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Color

BlackSlate GreyMint/Pistachio GreenNavy/Midnight BlueRuby/Vermilion

Size

X-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE

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Specifications

Ultra soft and lightweight TENCEL Modal jersey t-shirt with boat neck and bell sleeves.

Boat neck, bell sleeves, ultra soft and light stretch TENCEL Modal jersey fabric.

Material: TENCEL Modal
Gender: female
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Additional Attributes

boat neck
bell sleeves
ultra soft
lightweight
stretch fabric
TENCEL Modal
jersey knit
exclusive designed in Canada

Product Insights

Twik's Bell-Sleeve Boat-Neck T-Shirt stays cool on contact and wicks 50% more moisture than cotton, with pilling resistance and shape retention that outlasts cotton, though light colors appear translucent in sunlight or when stretched. The 95% TENCEL modal, 5% spandex fabric requires cold delicate wash and low or flat drying to preserve its drape and sizing, which runs true to size.

Verified claims

Comfort: Stays cool on contact and wicks 50% more moisture than cotton.
Longevity: Outlasts cotton pilling; cold delicate wash preserves softness.
Cooling and moisture: Fabric stays cool and wicks 50% more moisture than cotton.
Shape retention: Fabric retains its shape and moisture performance after washing.
Sheerness: Light colors can appear translucent in sunlight or when stretched.
Sizing: Runs true to size, consistent with other Twik tops.
Care: Wash cold delicate, tumble low or flat dry to avoid shrink, keep shape.
Pilling resistance: 95% TENCEL modal, 5% spandex – resists pilling, uniform across colors.
Drape: Bell sleeves fall gently and keep their shape after washing.

Product record

Title: Bell-Sleeve Boat-Neck T-Shirt
Brand: Twik
Price: 35 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

Why TENCEL Modal feels so soft

The lightweight TENCEL Modal jersey knit has a fluid drape that softens the garment's silhouette, allowing the bell sleeves to fall gently rather than stand away from the body — this drape is what elevates the tee from a basic long-sleeve to something more deliberately styled.
Thanks to their long staple length and smooth surface, TENCEL Modal fibers resist pilling far better than short-staple cotton; the jersey knit retains its smooth, polished appearance through repeated wear, so the boat neck and bell sleeves won't develop that weary, bobbled look that undermines casual tops.
The TENCEL™ brand on this tee ensures the modal fiber comes from Lenzing's closed-loop production, delivering higher uniformity and purity than generic modal; this translates into a consistently silky handfeel across every color variant — Black, Mint/Pistachio, Slate Grey, and the rest — not just the one in hand.
TENCEL Modal's high thermal conductivity and hydrophilic nature give it a cool initial handfeel right off the hanger, and it continues to dissipate heat as it's worn, so the garment never feels stifling — an advantage for a year-round base layer or for wear in heated indoor environments.
TENCEL Modal fibers are engineered with a uniformly round cross-section and a smooth surface, whereas cotton fibers are flat and twisted with microscopic ridges; this structural difference minimizes skin friction, yielding a fabric that feels noticeably sleeker and softer — the scientific underpinning of this tee's 'ultra soft' descriptor.
TENCEL Modal absorbs about 50% more moisture from the skin than cotton, actively pulling perspiration away from the body rather than letting it sit on the surface; for this long-sleeve tee, that means the fabric stays dry and cool even when worn under a jacket or in warmer rooms, reducing that clammy feel typical of cotton longsleeves.

Image Analysis

2 images

01: Product
Front view of a fitted long-sleeve black top with a wide boat neckline and slightly flared sleeve cuffs, worn tucked lightly over light-wash jeans.
NecklineWide horizontal boat neckline that sits close to the collarbones and runs nearly shoulder-to-shoulder.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.08 · w 0.60 · h 0.10 (high)
Silhouette and fitBody-hugging, slim fit through the torso with subtle horizontal fabric stretch lines visible across the midriff.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.20 · w 0.56 · h 0.40 (high)
Sleeve styleLong sleeves that are fitted through the arm and widen slightly into a gentle bell flare at the cuffs; left cuff partially pushed up into the model's hand.
2 regions
x 0.04 · y 0.28 · w 0.22 · h 0.60 (medium); x 0.74 · y 0.34 · w 0.20 · h 0.46 (medium)
Material appearanceSmooth, fine-knit fabric with a slight matte sheen suggesting a lightweight stretch material.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (high)
Hem and lengthHemlands rest at the upper hip/waist area and overlap the waistband of light-wash jeans; hem appears straight and simple.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.56 · w 0.52 · h 0.18 (high)
Visible seamsShoulder seam lines are visible where the sleeve meets the bodice; no visible logos, prints, or embellishments on the garment surface.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.22 (medium)
Other
Studio-front model shot on a neutral light gray background with soft even lighting; model poses three-quarter front with one hand in jeans pocket and hair motion to the left.
Shot compositionFramed from the upper thighs to above the head, centered on the model wearing the top; even negative space around the subject.
Background and lightingPlain light gray seamless background with soft, diffuse lighting producing minimal shadows and even illumination across the garment.
Model poseModel stands three-quarter front, head turned slightly to the right, right hand in jeans pocket and left hand hanging by side; hair blown to the left.
Supporting garment visibleLight-wash blue jeans are visible and partially cover the lower edge of the top; waistband and front pocket are visible with the model's right thumb hooked in the pocket.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.64 · w 0.68 · h 0.30 (high)
Colors
deep black· body#0E0C12
02: Product
Rear three-quarter view of a fitted black long-sleeve top with a wide boat neckline and long, slightly flared bell sleeves; model wears light blue denim jeans visible from the waist down.
Overall silhouetteFitted torso top that tapers at the waist with a smooth, untextured knit surface visible on the back panel.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.15 · w 0.54 · h 0.52 (high)
NecklineWide boat-style neckline visible from the rear, forming a gently curved horizontal opening that exposes the upper neck and part of the shoulders.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.06 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high)
Sleeve shapeLong sleeves that are fitted near the shoulder and upper arm then continue into a subtly flared, bell-like lower sleeve reaching past the wrist.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.30 · w 0.24 · h 0.58 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.30 · w 0.24 · h 0.58 (high)
Hem and waistlineStraight bottom hem that sits at the top of the jeans waistband and shows a slight horizontal pull line across the lower back.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.55 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high)
Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte knit fabric with no visible pattern or texture at this scale.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.18 · w 0.40 · h 0.38 (high)
Visible hardware or closuresNo zippers, buttons, or visible fasteners on the back of the top.
Other
Studio photograph showing a model from rear three-quarter angle against a neutral light gray background with even soft lighting; lower body includes light blue jeans; image is centered and vertically oriented.
Model pose and viewModel standing with head turned slightly to the left, showing the back and left profile of the upper body and face; arms hang naturally.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.02 · w 0.60 · h 0.96 (high)
BackgroundUniform pale light gray backdrop with no visible props or text.
Lighting and shadowEven, soft studio lighting with minimal harsh shadows and gentle highlights on the hair and shoulder contours.
Visible clothing other than productLight blue denim jeans with rear pockets and contrast stitching visible at the waist and upper hips.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.66 · w 0.48 · h 0.28 (high)
Image framingVertical crop including head to mid-thigh, centered on the model.
Colors
black· main body and sleeves#0E0C12light denim blue· visible waistband and pockets (jeans)#A3BCCB

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Q&A

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How does the sizing compare to other Twik tops—does it run true to size, or should I size up or down?: This top typically runs true to size, consistent with other Twik tops. Customers generally recommend ordering your usual size.
What are the recommended washing instructions to maintain the softness and prevent shrinking, especially for TENCEL Modal?: For TENCEL Modal, wash in cold water on a delicate cycle with mild detergent to maintain softness. Avoid bleach and fabric softener. Tumble dry on low heat or lay flat to dry to prevent shrinking.
Is the fabric sheer or see-through, particularly in lighter colors like Mint/Pistachio and Slate Grey?: The TENCEL Modal jersey fabric used in this T-shirt is not inherently sheer; it has good opacity typical of Modal knits. However, because it's described as 'ultra soft and light,' very light colors like Mint/Pistachio and Slate Grey may show slight transparency in direct sunlight or when stretched, but general wear should not be see-through.
How much stretch does the fabric have, and does it retain its shape after repeated wearing and washing?: The fabric is a stretch TENCEL Modal jersey, which offers comfortable stretch with good recovery. TENCEL Modal fibers are known for retaining shape well after repeated washing, so the shirt should maintain its fit with proper care.

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/women-clothing/t-shirts/long-sleeves/bell-sleeve-boat-neck-t-shirt--7023-222792?colourId=0
Updated: July 31, 2026