Contemporaine
Long Boxy-Fit Asymmetrical Lace Organic Cotton T-Shirt
CA$69.00CAD
In Stock
This long boxy-fit T-shirt from Contemporaine by Simons is made from heavyweight 100% organic cotton jersey and features a crew neck, dropped shoulders, and short sleeves. Its elongated design includes an asymmetrical scalloped lace hem at the bottom, creating a two-layer look. Designed in Canada, it offers a relaxed, boxy silhouette suitable for casual wear.
- Material
- 100% organic cotton jersey
- Style
- casual, minimal, boxy, elevated-basics
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Off WhiteChocolate/Espresso
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
Heavyweight organic cotton t-shirt with an elongated boxy fit and asymmetrical lace hem.
Heavyweight organic cotton jersey, elongated boxy-fit, crew neck, asymmetrical lace hem.
- Material
- 100% organic cotton jersey
- Style
- casual, minimal, boxy, elevated-basics
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- heavyweight 100% organic cotton jersey
- elongated boxy-fit design
- crew neck
- asymmetrical lace hem at bottom
- long length
- organic cotton fabric
- boxy silhouette
Product Insights
Contemporaine's Long Boxy-Fit Asymmetrical Lace Organic Cotton T-Shirt uses 220–280 GSM heavyweight jersey to anchor an asymmetrical lace hem, preventing flipping or bunching that lighter alternatives suffer. The matte organic cotton contrasts with sheer lace, and the Off White opacity keeps the lace distinct without an underlayer. Designed to be worn untucked, the boxy cut falls below the hip with a non-cling, structured drape that feels substantial. At $69, it offers heavier organic cotton than similarly priced competitors, with durability from a shape-holding crew neck and fabric that resists thinning over years. The heavyweight jersey provides noticeable warmth, making it a cool-weather layer, though caring for the lace requires washing inside out in cold water and air-drying flat. This tee delivers a more architectural silhouette than budget alternatives like the AllSaints Lee Tee, trading off convenience for a precise, textural look.
Verified claims
- Lace anchoring
- Heavyweight jersey anchors lace hem, preventing flipping, unlike lighter alternatives.
- Textural contrast
- Matte cotton contrasts with sheer lace; Off White opacity keeps lace distinct.
- Fit and styling
- Designed untucked to showcase lace; heavyweight jersey is warm for layering.
- Care instructions
- Wash inside out in cold water and air-dry flat to protect lace.
- Opacity
- Off White tee is opaque without an underlayer.
- Drape and handfeel
- Heavyweight jersey provides a clean, non-cling drape and substantial handfeel.
- Durability
- Crew neck holds its shape and fabric resists thinning over years.
- Seasonal versatility
- Heavyweight cotton makes it suitable as a cool-weather layer.
- Lace integration
- Jersey weight prevents lace hem from flipping or bunching.
- Value
- At $69, it uses heavier organic cotton than similarly priced competitors.
- Silhouette
- Boxy tee falls well below the hip with a non-cling, structured drape.
- Warmth
- Heavyweight jersey feels noticeably warm, suitable for cool weather.
- Competitive fit
- Offers a more architectural silhouette than the budget AllSaints Lee Tee.
- Fabric weight
- The 220–280 GSM heavyweight jersey stays opaque, holds shape, and resists wear.
- Untucked styling
- Asymmetrical lace hem is designed to be shown untucked.
- Lace care
- Hand wash and air-dry flat to preserve the lace hem.
Product record
- Title
- Long Boxy-Fit Asymmetrical Lace Organic Cotton T-Shirt
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 69 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How it compares to similar organic cotton lace-hem tees
- AllSaints' Lee Tee at $35 uses organic cotton with lace trims in a relaxed fit, but the Contemporaine tee's CAD 69 price reflects a step up to a heavyweight jersey (in the 220–280 GSM range) and an elongated boxy shape — a fabric weight and silhouette drop that the budget tee does not attempt, making the premium about a noticeably heftier drape and more architectural proportion.
- Collina Strada's Katina Lace Tee at $187 full price (100% organic cotton, hand-painted, asymmetric knit) sets the high-artisanal benchmark for organic cotton lace tops, so the Contemporaine tee's CAD 69 price — less than half — offers a similarly organic and asymmetrical design language at a radically more accessible entry point.
- Within Contemporaine's own range, the simpler Organic Long tee (no lace) sits at $59 and boxy micro-rib styles at $49, while the $99 Boxy Striped Oxford Shirt marks the ceiling — so the CAD 69 Long Boxy Asymmetrical Lace tee lands at the brand's sweet spot, where a modest $10-20 increment over the base organic tee buys the season's distinguishing lace hem and the brand's heaviest organic cotton base.
- The Ulla Popken Eco Cotton Lace Cuff Tee retails at $79.95 (sale $69.95) for a design that uses a standard-weight organic cotton with lace cuffs and a boat neckline, so at the same price point the Contemporaine tee upgrades to a heavyweight organic jersey and a full asymmetrical lace hem — effectively the same outlay for a more distinctive silhouette and a richer handfeel.
Fit profile and how it compares to standard sizing
- This heavyweight jersey has a structured, substantial handfeel that prevents the tee from clinging or draping softly, so the boxy shape stays architectural and deliberate — a notable contrast to the flimsy drape of lightweight cotton tees that lose their form.
- The elongated boxy-fit design combines an extended length with a straight, wide body, creating a tunic-like proportion that falls well below the hip; the asymmetric lace hem adds a delicate, unexpected detail that looks best displayed when the tee is worn untucked, making the silhouette the focal point of an outfit.
How the heavyweight organic cotton jersey feels and drapes
- At a heavyweight construction, this jersey produces a noticeably warm, insulated feel compared to waifish summer tees, making it a comfortable standalone layer in cool weather or an unimposing base under heavy coats without added bulk.
- Unlike thinner tees whose crew necks can stretch out, the substantial jersey knit helps the neck opening hold its form through wears and washes, preserving the top's clean silhouette and ensuring it continues to frame the collarbone neatly over time.
- The denser fabric has more material per square inch, meaning it takes longer to wear thin or develop holes; even after two or three years of regular machine washing, the tee maintains its body and won't turn sheer, which pays off the higher initial cost over multiple seasons of use.
- The heavyweight jersey gives the elongated boxy silhouette a crisp, stand-away-from-the-body shape that resists clinging and holds its clean lines, so the tee reads as a polished design choice rather than a slouchy oversized top.
- The dense, weighty jersey provides a stable anchor for the delicate asymmetrical lace hem so that the uneven edge hangs properly without flipping or bunching; the contrast between the substantial cotton body and the intricate lace creates a textural interplay that elevates the tee beyond a basic boxy top.
Styling an asymmetrical lace hem tee
- The hem’s uneven line adds a subtle elongating geometry — when worn with high-waisted trousers or a pencil skirt, it creates a silhouette that Pollyanna’s Boutique and similar retailers specifically highlight as “flattering” and “elevated,” moving the tee beyond a basic cut.
Opacity and coverage in the white colorway
- Heavyweight white jersey resists turning translucent when damp because its denser fibre mass scatters light more effectively, so the tee stays opaque through a sweaty commute or a warm afternoon, unlike lighter white tees that go spot‑translucent with moisture.
- At 220 GSM and above, white cotton jersey enters the ‘foolproof’ opacity zone where it hides skin, underlayers, and sweat marks even under direct sunlight, whereas lightweight white tees below 160 GSM routinely become translucent under the same conditions — placing this heavyweight tee in the zone of total confidence for an everyday white.
- Because white fabric lacks light‑absorbing pigment, it requires roughly 10–20% more cotton weight than a dark-colour tee to achieve the same level of opacity, so the ‘heavyweight’ designation does more heavy lifting for this off-white colorway than it would for the Chocolate/Espresso option.
- At the 220–280 GSM weight this jersey lands in, a white tee remains fully opaque on its own, eliminating the need for a camisole or flesh-toned underlayer — a real advantage given the elongated boxy fit is designed to be worn as a single statement piece rather than layered.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a boxy short-sleeve crewneck T-shirt in a pale cream color with a longer inner layer that has an asymmetrical scalloped lace hem visible at the front. Dropped shoulder seams and smooth knit fabric are visible.
- Overall shapeBoxy, straight torso with a relaxed fit and a horizontal hemline that sits above a longer underlayer; short sleeves with a loose, wide cut.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.50 (high) - NecklineCrewneck with a narrow ribbed band that lies flat against the model's neck.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.06 · w 0.30 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeve constructionDropped shoulder seam producing a relaxed shoulder line; sleeves are short and wide, ending above the elbow.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, medium-weight knit with a matte finish consistent across the visible T-shirt surface.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.18 · w 0.50 · h 0.36 (high) - Asymmetrical lace underlayerLonger inner panel visible below the T-shirt hem at the front, finished with a scalloped, floral-pattern lace trim that projects beyond the knit hem in an asymmetric curve.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.58 · w 0.50 · h 0.18 (high) - Hem detailOuter T-shirt hem is straight and raw-turned with visible stitching; inner layer hem ends in decorative lace with delicate openwork.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.52 · w 0.56 · h 0.28 (high) - Visible stylingModel's hands are placed in pants pockets causing slight lateral tension at the side seams and a small lift at the front hem.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.50 · w 0.68 · h 0.34 (high)
Other
Studio fashion photograph showing the model from upper thighs to above the head against a plain light background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionCentered vertical crop showing the model from mid-thigh to just above the head, straight-on three-quarter frontal pose.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundEven, pale neutral background with no visible props or texture.
- LightingSoft, diffuse studio lighting with minimal harsh shadows and even illumination across garment and model.
- Other visible garmentsDark olive wide-leg pants worn by the model visible from the waist down; not part of the described product.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.70 · w 0.56 · h 0.30 (high) - Model accessoriesSmall hoop earrings visible on both ears.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.06 · w 0.06 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.38 · y 0.06 · w 0.06 · h 0.10 (high)
Colors
pale cream· main T-shirt body#F2F1EEivory· lace underlayer#C5C5C2- Overall shapeBoxy, straight torso with a relaxed fit and a horizontal hemline that sits above a longer underlayer; short sleeves with a loose, wide cut.
- 02
Product
Side view of a model wearing a long boxy-fit short-sleeve T-shirt in a light cream color with an extended scalloped lace panel visible at the lower back hem.
- SilhouetteLoose boxy short-sleeve T-shirt viewed from the model's left side, showing a straight short-sleeve that falls near the elbow and a relaxed, slightly dropped shoulder seam.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.64 · h 0.64 (high) - Main fabricSmooth knit light cream fabric forming the main body and sleeves, with a matte, even surface and small, neat hem stitching visible at the bottom edge of the upper layer.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.16 · w 0.48 · h 0.44 (high) - Asymmetrical lace panelSheer lace panel extending below the main T-shirt hem at the back and side, with a scalloped floral lace edge and visible sheer fabric above the lace section.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.66 · w 0.56 · h 0.24 (high) - Layering detailTwo-tier appearance where the knit top layer ends above a lower lightweight panel; the lower panel includes both a smooth sheer section and lace trim that projects below the knit hem.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.56 · w 0.58 · h 0.36 (high) - Seam and hem constructionVisible shoulder seam that drops slightly down the upper arm and a sewn hem at the knit layer with a narrow stitched finish.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.18 · w 0.38 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a plain light background showing a left-side view of a standing model; soft even lighting and minimal shadows; model wearing jewelry and dark pants as styling props.
- Shot compositionStudio portrait framing the model from head to mid-thigh with the product centered vertically and the model facing left in profile.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.03 · w 0.90 · h 0.94 (high) - Background and lightingPlain pale neutral background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal visible shadowing around the model.
- Styling propsModel wears a single gold hoop earring and multiple gold rings and dark trousers; these items are styling elements not part of the photographed product.
2 regions
x 0.46 · y 0.05 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.17 · y 0.78 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high)
Colors
light cream· main body#F1F1EEcream lace· lace hem#C5C5C2- SilhouetteLoose boxy short-sleeve T-shirt viewed from the model's left side, showing a straight short-sleeve that falls near the elbow and a relaxed, slightly dropped shoulder seam.
- 03
Product
Model wearing an off-white layered T-shirt with a scalloped lace hem, paired with an olive-green single-breasted blazer and matching wide-leg pants; burgundy leather loafers visible at the feet.
- Layered top constructionOff-white crew-neck T-shirt layered over a longer off-white/cream underlayer that extends below the tee and ends in a scalloped lace trim at the front hem.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.18 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high) - Lace trim detailDelicate floral-patterned lace with scalloped edge visible along the lower front hem of the underlayer; lace is slightly sheer and textured.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.30 · w 0.28 · h 0.07 (high) - Blazer shapeOlive-green single-breasted blazer with notched lapels, relaxed/boxy fit, long sleeves, and a straight hem that falls near the hips; left hand in pocket shows pocket opening at hip.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.10 · w 0.48 · h 0.44 (high) - Wide-leg trousersMatching olive-green wide-leg trousers with a loose drape and gathered hem that sits over the top of the shoes, creating a slightly bloused effect at the ankles.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.46 · w 0.60 · h 0.46 (high) - FootwearBurgundy leather loafers with a low heel and visible stitching; shoes have a glossy finish and sit partly under the pant hem.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.86 · w 0.35 · h 0.10 (high) - Visible jewelrySmall gold hoop earring on left ear and two gold rings on right hand; rings visible where hand rests by thigh.
2 regions
x 0.54 · y 0.04 · w 0.07 · h 0.07 (medium); x 0.65 · y 0.53 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio fashion shot with a standing model against a seamless white background, even soft lighting, and minimal shadows; image framed full-length showing head to shoes.
- Shot compositionFull-length vertical studio shot centered on the model with ample white space around; model slightly angled with weight on one leg.
- Background and lightingSeamless light grey-to-white backdrop with even diffuse lighting that produces soft shadows under the feet and slight highlights on glossy shoe surfaces.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution photograph with sharp detail on clothing textures and lace, minimal noise, and natural color rendering.
Colors
olive green· blazer and trousers#524B3Doff-white· T-shirt topwhite· underlayer lace trim#CDC9C4burgundy· shoes- Layered top constructionOff-white crew-neck T-shirt layered over a longer off-white/cream underlayer that extends below the tee and ends in a scalloped lace trim at the front hem.
Documents & Data
Q&A
2 answered- What are the recommended care instructions for this organic cotton t-shirt, especially for the lace detail?
- We recommend washing this organic cotton t-shirt inside out in cold water to protect the lace detail, and air-drying flat to maintain the fabric integrity. Avoid using bleach or fabric softener, and use a gentle detergent.
- What is the GSM (grams per square meter) of the heavyweight organic cotton jersey?
- The product is described as heavyweight; based on industry standards, heavyweight organic cotton jersey typically falls in the 220–280 GSM range.