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Overcast Edging T-Shirt
The Overcast Edging T-Shirt is a cropped, crew-neck short-sleeve t-shirt crafted from stretch cotton-blend jersey. It features a slim fit and overcast edging (contrasting stitching) along the sleeve hems and bottom hem. This top offers a form-fitting cropped silhouette for casual wear.
- Material
- Stretch cotton-blend jersey
- Style
- slim-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Specifications
Slim fit stretch cotton-blend jersey T-shirt with overcast edging and crew neck.
Overcast edging, crew neck, stretch cotton-blend jersey, slim fit.
- Material
- Stretch cotton-blend jersey
- Secondary
- elastane
- Style
- slim-fit
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- overcast edging
- crew neck
- stretch cotton-blend jersey
- slim fit
- exclusive to Twik Canada
Product Insights
The Overcast Edging T-Shirt is Twik's understated crew — a trend-led Simons house label since the 1960s, sold exclusively through Simons in Canada at 9.99 CAD across all six colour-and-size combinations, though it is currently out of stock. Its core promise is a close, body-following fit that holds its shape: a 95% cotton / 5% spandex knit whose elastane supplies the stretch and recovery, so the tee springs back where it is stretched rather than sagging or stretching out, finished with overcast stitching that locks the raw sleeve and hem edges against fraying in the wash, and set-in short sleeves that keep the lower sleeve narrow so the arm swings free without dragging the chest. The cut is true to size but slim, close through the chest and shoulders, with sizing up one advised for a larger bust, and it is offered in exactly three sizes, Small to Large, with no XS or XL. The tradeoffs are inherent to that knit: it vents less than plain cotton and runs warm as a close summer layer, and the white colourway can read semi-sheer when worn, especially stretched or sweaty, making navy the more opaque choice.
Verified claims
- Fit
- True to size slim cut, close through the chest and shoulders; size up one for a larger bust
- Shape retention
- The 5% spandex knit follows the body and springs back into shape instead of stretching out
- Size range
- Offered in exactly three sizes, Small to Large, with no XS or XL
- Breathability
- The stretch knit vents less than plain cotton and runs warm as a close summer layer
- Opacity
- White can read semi-sheer when worn, especially stretched or sweaty; Navy is the more opaque choice
- Material composition
- 95% cotton and 5% spandex — the elastane supplies the stretch and recovery, though the knit gives well under the fiber.
- Overcast edging
- Overcast stitching locks the raw sleeve and hem edges against fraying in the wash
- Sleeve construction
- Set-in short sleeves keep the lower sleeve narrow so the arm swings free without dragging the chest.
- Brand identity
- A trend-led Simons house label since the 1960s; this restrained crew is its understated end.
- Exclusivity
- An exclusive Simons house brand, sold only through Simons in Canada.
- Stretch
- The 5% spandex is why the tee springs back rather than sagging where it is stretched.
- Variant pricing
- All six colour-and-size combinations carry the same price.
Product record
- Title
- Overcast Edging T-Shirt
- Brand
- Twik
- Price
- 9.99 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 8 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Overcast Edging T-Shirt: Choose this if you want a slim, cropped crew-neck tee in stretch cotton-blend jersey (95% cotton, 5% spandex) with distinctive dark overcast stitching at the sleeve hems and bottom hem. It suits shoppers looking for a short-sleeve silhouette that sits above the waist—as shown on the model—and comes in White or Navy/Midnight Blue in sizes small, medium, and large. Note that the cropped length exposes the midriff on the model, so it may not suit those wanting fuller coverage.[1,2,3] | Solid Organic Cotton T-Shirt Slim Fit: Choose this if you want a slim, close-fitting everyday tee made of 93% organic cotton with 7% spandex, in a classic crewneck style with short sleeves ending above the elbow and a hip-length straight hem. Details like a narrow double-stitched neckband, double-row hem topstitching, and no visible logos keep it minimal, and it comes in sizes X-Small to X-Large across colors including Black, White, Oxford, Taupe, and Salmon/Coral. Note that some colors run in fewer sizes — for example, Mint/Pistachio Green is offered only in X-Small through Medium — and the fabric can pull slightly across the stomach when worn slim.[4,5,6,7] | Short-Sleeve Crew-Neck Tee Relaxed Fit: Choose this if you want a soft, breathable 100% organic cotton basic for everyday wear or for layering under sweaters and blazers, where its high, smooth crew neck and slim sleeves peek out neatly. Reviewers under 5 feet 4 inches say the cropped length flatters shorter torsos, but the tee runs small and cropped—many size up one to two sizes for a true relaxed fit—and tall or long-torso builds report the cut falls above the hip. Note that some lighter colors skew thin or semi-sheer and may look more muted in person, and the snug neck can feel uncomfortable when worn alone.[8] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Cropped short-sleeve crew T-shirt in an off-white knit with visible black overcast stitching along sleeve hems and bottom hem; fitted through the torso with a smooth, slightly stretchy fabric visible on the front.
- Overall silhouetteCropped, boxy short-sleeve T-shirt with a crew neckline, sitting above the waist and exposing the midriff.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.52 (high) - NecklineSimple crew neck with a narrow band of the same off-white fabric, lying flat against the model's neck.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.08 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve constructionShort set-in sleeves ending above the bicep with visible overcast stitch trim along the sleeve edge.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Bottom hem detailStraight cropped hem with a contrasting overcast stitch in dark color visible along the full bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.48 · w 0.60 · h 0.08 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, fine-knit fabric with minimal texture and slight stretch that conforms gently to the model's torso.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.18 · w 0.52 · h 0.36 (high) - Contrast stitch colorDark (near black) visible as evenly spaced overcast stitches along sleeve edges and bottom hem.
3 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.02 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.02 (high); x 0.20 · y 0.54 · w 0.60 · h 0.02 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model from mid-thigh upward against a plain light background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows; model wearing dark denim jeans that are partially visible.
- Model and poseFemale model facing forward with head slightly tilted back and left hand hooked in the waistband of dark denim jeans, showing the front of the T-shirt.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.88 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light neutral background with soft, diffused lighting and minimal directional shadows around the model.
- Visible additional garmentDark indigo denim jeans with visible waistband, top button, and contrast yellow stitching are visible below the T-shirt.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.60 · w 0.64 · h 0.34 (high) - Image crop and framingPortrait crop centered on the model from slightly above the head to mid-thigh; the T-shirt is centrally framed and fully visible within the crop.
Colors
off-white· body fabricnear-black· overcast stitch trim- Overall silhouetteCropped, boxy short-sleeve T-shirt with a crew neckline, sitting above the waist and exposing the midriff.
- 02
Product
Back view of a fitted white short-sleeve T-shirt with visible navy overcast stitching on sleeve hems and bottom hem, crew neckline, and smooth knit fabric.
- Back panelFlat continuous back panel of a white knit T-shirt with a smooth, even surface and no visible seams running down the center.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.08 · w 0.45 · h 0.42 (high) - Sleeve shapeShort set-in sleeves ending above the mid-upper arm with a narrow folded hem finished with visible contrasting stitch.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.18 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high) - NecklineCrew neckline with a narrow band in the same white fabric as the shirt.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (high) - Bottom hem detailStraight cropped bottom hem finished with a visible contrasting overcast stitch in a darker color around the entire hem edge.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.45 · w 0.30 · h 0.06 (high) - Contrast overcast stitchingDistinct narrow contrasting overcast stitch visible on sleeve hems and bottom hem, forming a repeated small loop pattern in a dark navy color.
2 regions
x 0.54 · y 0.18 · w 0.22 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.45 · w 0.30 · h 0.04 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing a model from the rear three-quarter pose against a plain light background; model wearing dark denim pants and hoop earring, hands clasped behind back.
- Model poseFemale model shown from a rear three-quarter angle turning head slightly toward camera with hands clasped behind her back.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light neutral background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal shadows.
- Denim pants and leather patchDark blue denim pants visible from the waist down with a rectangular tan leather patch at the back waistband; the patch contains small stamped text that is not legible at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.47 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high) - Hoop earringSingle silver-colored hoop earring visible on the model's left ear.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.04 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
white· bodynavy· overcast stitching- Back panelFlat continuous back panel of a white knit T-shirt with a smooth, even surface and no visible seams running down the center.
Variants
6 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4715155 | Overcast Edging T-Shirt - White - Small | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4715156 | Overcast Edging T-Shirt - White - Medium | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4715157 | Overcast Edging T-Shirt - White - Large | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4715158 | Overcast Edging T-Shirt - Navy/midnight Blue - Small | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4715159 | Overcast Edging T-Shirt - Navy/midnight Blue - Medium | CA$39.00 | Yes |
| 4715160 | Overcast Edging T-Shirt - Navy/midnight Blue - Large | CA$39.00 | Yes |