Contemporaine
Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt
This is a short-sleeve T-shirt for women from Contemporaine by Simons, an exclusive line designed in Canada. It features a relaxed fit, a slightly scooped round neckline, and short cuffed sleeves, made from lightweight slub jersey in a pure organic cotton blend. The shirt has a hip-length hem with a straight silhouette, suitable for casual everyday wear.
Specifications
- Material
- 100% organic cotton
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt from Contemporaine blends a heathered, vintage aesthetic with a relaxed silhouette, using slub jersey that mimics the patina of aged cotton; its double-fold cuffs stabilize the sleeves, while the scooped neck elongates the collarbone and showcases jewelry, though it may peek unevenly under structured jackets. The 100% organic cotton is uncertified to keep costs low—sale price drops to $19.99 CAD—but requires cold washing and flat drying to limit shrinkage and prevent pilling, which can compromise the slub texture. With proper care, the fabric resists wrinkles and extends the garment’s life, making it a long-term value compared to pricier organic tees.
Verified claims
- Care
- Cold wash and air drying limit shrinkage to 2–3%; washing inside out in a mesh bag reduces pilling.
- Drying & storage
- Dry flat in shade and store folded to avoid distortion and fading.
- Aging character
- Slub cotton develops a desirable vintage-like patina with careful washing.
- Texture
- Intentional thick-thin slubs create a heathered, vintage look.
- Performance
- Breathable, wrinkle-hiding fabric with natural stretch for comfort.
- Durability
- May pill under friction; proper care preserves the slub's character.
- Cuff
- Double-fold cuff stops sleeve edge from curling or sagging.
- Silhouette
- The cuffed sleeve tapers at the bicep and the smooth cuff contrasts the slub jersey for a more polished silhouette.
- Jewelry display
- Lowered neckline showcases necklaces and pendants, making the tee ideal for accessorizing with delicate jewelry.
- Airflow
- Wider neck opening increases airflow, keeping the wearer cooler than a crew-neck tee in warm weather.
- Layering
- Scoop neck can peek unevenly under structured jackets; layers best under open cardigans or unstructured outerwear.
- Price comparison
- At the $4.99 CAD sale price, this tee undercuts every organic cotton option in The Good Trade's guide, where prices start at $32 USD.
- Feature set
- Cuffed sleeves, slub jersey, scoop neck—features uncommon under $30 USD.
- Cost savings
- Private label and uncertified organic cut costs without sacrificing cotton purity.
- Long-term value
- Slub jersey resists wrinkles and pilling; care regimen extends life, lowering cost per wear.
- Brand heritage
- Simons' private label for career women, backed by 1840 heritage and global trend input.
- Price value
- Sale price of $19.99 CAD is less than half the cost of comparable organic tees.
- Fit
- True to size for relaxed fit; size down for a more fitted look.
- Sizing
- True-to-size yields a relaxed silhouette; size down for a closer fit; cold wash yields 2-3% shrinkage.
- Cuffed sleeves
- The cuffed sleeves taper at the bicep, with a double-fold cuff that resists curling, and the slub jersey offers natural stretch for comfort.
- Neckline
- The slightly scooped neck exposes the collarbone and elongates the neck, softening the silhouette, but may peek unevenly under structured outerwear.
- Organic cotton
- 100% organic cotton, pesticide-free and no fillers; not GOTS-certified.
- Slub jersey
- Slub jersey knit gives natural stretch and breathability; masks wrinkles but can pill with friction.
- Scooped neck
- Scooped neck showcases necklaces and elongates the neck; pairs best with open cardigans, not tailored jackets.
- Brand line
- Contemporaine by Simons is designed as modern classic pieces for career women.
- Softness
- Buyers describe the cotton as soft, stretchy, and not too thin against the skin.
- Shape retention
- Several buyers report the tee keeps its shape through washing and wear rather than stretching out.
Product record
- Title
- Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 29 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 6 sourcesUses
A comfortable tee for hot summer days
Made of soft, breathable organic cotton with a medium weight that reviewers describe as neither too thin nor too thick, this t-shirt is suited to high temperatures. Reviewers say the lightweight fabric keeps them cool without being see-through.[1]
Everyday layering basic you can collect in multiple colors
Reviews describe this tee as a year-round layering piece: the relaxed, true-to-size fit glides under jackets or cardigans without adding bulk, and the vivid colors make it easy to pick up several shades for a capsule wardrobe. It's reported to be machine-wash friendly, holding its shape and color after multiple cycles. Some reviewers find the relaxed cut too boxy for a fitted look, and one noted the longer body may need hemming on shorter frames.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt: Choose this if you want a relaxed, true-to-size everyday tee in soft, breathable organic cotton that layers under jackets without adding bulk and stays comfortable in hot weather while remaining opaque. Reviewers report it holds its shape and color through machine washing and comes in vivid, true-to-screen colors that many repurchased in multiple shades. Note that the relaxed cut can feel boxy, so size down for a closer fit, and one reviewer reported the collar seam rolling after the first wash.[1] | Solid Boxy-Fit Organic Cotton T-Shirt: Choose this if you want a lightweight, breathable organic cotton tee for summer that stays opaque, feels soft against the skin, and holds its shape after washing. The loose, boxy cut with dropped shoulders and a hip-length straight hem drapes cleanly when half-tucked or worn loose. Note that it runs intentionally oversized—sizing down is common for a crisper look, and petite frames (under 5 feet 2 inches) or narrow builds may find even the XS overwhelming.[2,3,4] | Solid Organic Cotton T-Shirt: Choose this if you want a relaxed, slightly boxy tee in 100 percent organic cotton jersey — reviewers describe the fabric as buttery-soft, breathable, and gentle on the skin, with a clean cut that dresses up under a blazer or down with jeans. It resists wrinkles and keeps its shape after washing, making it low-maintenance for travel or everyday wear. Note that the cut runs large (size down for a slimmer look) and can overwhelm smaller or petite frames, and lighter shades may be sheer enough to need an underlayer, while the white colorway reportedly has a more synthetic feel than the other colors.[5,6] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a relaxed, short-sleeve black T-shirt with a slightly wide crew/boat neckline, visible cuffed sleeve edges, and a casual untucked hem on a model.
- Overall silhouetteRelaxed, slightly boxy short-sleeve T-shirt with a hip-length hem that falls straight from the bust with a small looseness at the waist.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.52 (high) - NecklineWide crew / slightly boat-style neckline with a narrow visible seam band lying flat against the model's collarbone area.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.06 · w 0.48 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve cuffsShort sleeves with a visible turned cuff edge (folded hem) on both sleeves; left sleeve partially occluded by the model's raised arm.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.14 · w 0.28 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.08 · w 0.26 · h 0.26 (high) - Fabric textureMatte, slightly slubbed cotton texture visible across the shirt surface with subtle horizontal slub lines and soft drape.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.36 (medium) - Hem detailBottom hem appears slightly rolled or casually untucked with a non-straight lower edge and minor wrinkling near the front center.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.52 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - ColorSolid dark black color across the visible shirt surface.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.52 (high) - Overlaying jewelrySingle pendant necklace rests on top of the shirt at the chest, partially reflecting light.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Model shot framed from upper thighs to head against a soft sky and sea background with foreground blurred foliage; warm, even studio or outdoor lighting and slight shadowing under the shirt folds.
- Model poseModel is shown from the front with both arms raised and hands near the head, creating mild lift and stretch in the shirt fabric at the shoulders.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.70 (high) - Visible non-product clothingOlive-colored high-waist pants with visible front patch pockets appear below the shirt; pants are not part of the shirt product.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.62 · w 0.64 · h 0.36 (high) - Background and propsSoft pastel sky with low-contrast clouds and a distant horizontal sea line; out-of-focus green foliage appears at left and right foreground edges creating a framing effect.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven, warm lighting with soft shadows and gentle highlights on the model's face and on the pendant; no harsh specular glare on the shirt.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 0.60 (medium) - Image framingVertical crop showing product on model from upper thighs to above the head, centered composition with slight negative space above the head.
Colors
deep black· shirt body#150B14- Overall silhouetteRelaxed, slightly boxy short-sleeve T-shirt with a hip-length hem that falls straight from the bust with a small looseness at the waist.
- 02
Product
Front view of a short-sleeve cuffed T-shirt in a solid dark color worn by a model; visible details include a wide round neckline, folded sleeve cuffs, and a slightly textured knit surface.
- Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve crew T-shirt with a relaxed, straight torso fit visible from the front.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.18 · w 0.72 · h 0.57 (high) - NecklineWide round/crew neckline with a narrow band finishing the edge.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.08 · w 0.34 · h 0.13 (high) - Sleeve cuffsShort sleeves ending in a visible folded cuff (single fold) on both arms; left-sleeve cuff appears slightly rolled and thicker than sleeve body.
2 regions
x 0.11 · y 0.33 · w 0.26 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.61 · y 0.31 · w 0.22 · h 0.16 (high) - Fabric textureFine slub or slight irregular knit texture visible on the shirt surface, giving a subtle heathered look under lighting.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.28 · w 0.44 · h 0.39 (medium) - Hem and waist interactionLower front hem tucked slightly into the waistband of the trousers at center, producing a small visible gather at the front.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.64 · w 0.34 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio-shot product-on-model image with a soft neutral sky and sea background, warm frontal lighting, and visible jewelry and pants as styling elements.
- Model stylingFemale model wearing a pendant necklace and hoop earrings; several stacked rings on left hand; these accessories overlap the shirt but are not part of the garment.
2 regions
x 0.40 · y 0.08 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.09 · y 0.66 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Background and settingSoft gradient sky with a low horizon line showing calm sea at the bottom of the frame, producing an outdoor/sea-side styling backdrop.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.80 · w 1.00 · h 0.20 (high) - Pose and cropImage cropped mid-thigh showing the upper torso; model faces forward with arms crossed under chest, causing the shirt to crease at the front.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.06 · w 1.00 · h 0.94 (high) - Lighting and shadowsEven warm frontal lighting with soft shadows under the chin and on inner arm creases; slight specular highlights on jewelry and skin.
Colors
black· body and sleeves#130A0F- Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve crew T-shirt with a relaxed, straight torso fit visible from the front.
- 03
Product
Back view of a short-sleeve black T-shirt on a model showing rear panel, cuffed sleeves, crew neckline, curved hem, and visible cotton slub texture.
- Overall silhouetteRelaxed straight rear panel with a slightly curved hem that falls below the waistline.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.16 · w 0.56 · h 0.68 (high) - NecklineShallow crew neckline with a narrow neck binding visible at the back.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.08 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve constructionShort sleeves with a visible single cuff fold at the hem of each sleeve.
2 regions
x 0.32 · y 0.28 · w 0.22 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric surfaceMatte knit fabric with subtle slub texture visible across the back panel.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.20 · w 0.48 · h 0.58 (high) - Side seam and hem stitchingVisible side seam and single-needle hem stitching at the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.74 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Model rear three-quarter pose against a soft sky and sea background; warm directional lighting from upper left producing soft shadows; small readable tattoo on inner right forearm.
- Model poseModel shown from rear three-quarter angle with head turned left, left hand near pocket and right elbow slightly bent.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.04 · w 0.84 · h 0.92 (high) - BackgroundSoft out-of-focus horizon with a pale sky above and a horizontal band of sea at the lower third of the image.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.40 · w 1.00 · h 0.60 (high) - Lighting and shadowsWarm directional light from the upper left producing soft highlights on the model's left shoulder and subtle shadows on the right side of the shirt.
- Visible tattoo text“BABY”
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.56 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (medium)
Colors
black· back panel#160A14black· sleeve cuffs#160A14- Overall silhouetteRelaxed straight rear panel with a slightly curved hem that falls below the waistline.
Variants
15 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4541640 | Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Black - X-Small | CA$19.99CA$29.00 | Yes |
| 4541641 | Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Black - Small | CA$19.99CA$29.00 | Yes |
| 4541642 | Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Black - Medium | CA$19.99CA$29.00 | Yes |
| 4541644 | Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Black - X-Large | CA$19.99CA$29.00 | Yes |
| 4541645 | Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt - White - X-Small | CA$19.99CA$29.00 | Yes |
| 4541646 | Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt - White - Small | CA$19.99CA$29.00 | Yes |
| 4541647 | Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt - White - Medium | CA$19.99CA$29.00 | Yes |
| 4541648 | Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt - White - Large | CA$19.99CA$29.00 | Yes |
| 4541649 | Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt - White - X-Large | CA$19.99CA$29.00 | Yes |
| 4581031 | Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt - White - Xx-Large | CA$19.99CA$29.00 | Yes |
| 4655187 | Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Burgundy - Small | CA$19.99CA$29.00 | Yes |
| 4655188 | Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Burgundy - Medium | CA$19.99CA$29.00 | Yes |
| 4655191 | Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Burgundy - Xx-Large | CA$19.99CA$29.00 | Yes |
| 4655194 | Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Burnt/brick Orange - Medium | CA$19.99CA$29.00 | Yes |
| 4655196 | Cuffed-Sleeve Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Burnt/brick Orange - X-Large | CA$19.99CA$29.00 | Yes |
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Customer Reviews
44 total44 reviews · out of 5
Taille parfaite pour moi
Couleur que je cherchais pour assortir avec un autre vêtement. .
Nice cotton t-shirt
Looks just like picture . Highly recommended . I’m between sizes M/L. Bought size L and feel and look great. Not tight.
Cuffed sleeve
Real strong yellow.
Très bien
Très satisfaite, confortable, qualité/prix Excellent
Perfect!
Very comfortable and love the colour choices. Will be ordering more
Déception
Beaucoup de petites taches bleues sur le t-shirt. Je le lave…les taches bleues disparaissent mais une grosse tache noir cachée ds la couture de la manche apparaît… Bon pour peinturer…
Nice, basic t-shirt
Nice, basic t-shirt
Nice t-shirts
They fit well and are a nice lightweight knit, suitable for summer
Love this t-shirt.
Great colour, great fit, washes well.
J'aime beaucoup. Le tissus est
J'aime beaucoup. Le tissus est confortable
T-shirt
Belle qualité et confortable
Belle qualité et coupe
Confortable, belle coup et qualité
Très confortable
Très confortable
J’adore!!
Bien conçu, belle coupe, je le recommande.
Great fit, shame about the collar
I bought this shirt as a core base for my wardrobe. It fits great and is comfortable, but the collar seam rolled up right after the first wash (cold water, rack drying). Not the vibe I'm going for, unfortunately.
Il etait parfait
Il etait parfait
t-shirt retourné
trop grand
Good quality
Fits true to size. Perfect basic t shirt
Perfect tee
I bought this in two colours. It’s slouchy and fits so well.
Encolure trop large
Encolure trop large
T shirt
Okay
Pretty color, good fit, nice fabric
Like the style, washes well, goes with lots
Found what I was looking for
Comfortable everyday T. I like the fit. I’ll probably get another colour.
T SHIRT COTON BIO
BELLE COUPE reste beau meme apres lavage
T shirt en coton
Parfait
Cuffed-sleeve organic cotton T-Shirt
Lovely quality, soft, size bang on.
Léger et confortable, ce que
Léger et confortable, ce que je souhaitais.
Beau tissu
Beau tissu
T shirt
This is a very nice shirt. The fabric is soft and stretchy and not too thin. It fits very nicely
Perfect summer t
Love the material quality and elegant cuffs
Parfait
Comme sur la photo
Great colour, great fit
The green is as vivid in person is it appears online. It’s a relaxed fit shirt. I wanted something a touch less boxy so I went with a small (130lb)
Confortable
Bien taillé
Très confortable et léger
J’ai acheté 3 couleurs et j’aigardé le vert il est parfait c’est vraiment léger
Lovely T-Shirt
It’s a great material. Not too thin or thick. It fits well and is very comfortable and versatile.
Joyeusement coloré
Un beau bleu. Tissus léger. Parfait pour l'été
Love
These t-shirts are great! They don't cling to your bulges, and are true to size. They don't shrik in the wash either and keep their shape.
Comfy Cotton
Good quality cotton, soft without being shapeless.
t-shirt
Il est peut-être un peu long.
Très beau
Confortable
J’adore le tissus
J'ai acheté beaucoup de t-shirt chez Simons et c'est la première fois que le tissus est de très belle qualité.
Fits perfect
Very good fabric
Style
Loved the fabric and fit
Great Tees
So lnice I bought 3 and my sister bought 3!