
Contemporaine
Pinned Draped-Waist Organic Cotton T-Shirt
This Contemporaine by Simons T-shirt is a boxy-fit, short-sleeve crew-neck top made from 100% organic cotton jersey. It features a ribbed crew neck, dropped shoulder seams, and a draped waist secured with a gold-tone decorative pin. Designed in Canada, the T-shirt is shown in black with a matte finish.
- Material
- 100% organic cotton jersey
- Gender
- female
- Style
- boxy, casual, minimal
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Specifications
Ultra comfortable organic cotton t-shirt with a boxy fit, ribbed crew neck, and draped waist secured with a matching pin.
Ribbed crew neck, boxy silhouette, draped waist with pin, 100% cotton jersey.
- Material
- 100% organic cotton jersey
- Style
- boxy, casual, minimal
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- organic cotton
- 100% cotton jersey
- ribbed crew neck
- boxy style
- draped waist
- matching pin
- ultra comfortable
- designed in Canada
- exclusive design
Product Insights
Contemporaine's Pinned Draped-Waist Organic Cotton T-Shirt is a modern classic for career women, priced at $69 CAD and designed in-house. Its 100% organic cotton, with long fibers, softens with each wash and resists pilling, developing a relaxed drape that layers under blazers. The breathable fabric reduces odor and keeps skin cool, but requires careful maintenance: cold wash, flat drying, and pin polishing to prevent 3–5% shrinkage and preserve shape. While sustainability claims are tied to the parent retailer's recycled-material goals, the core tradeoff is between natural comfort and meticulous care.
Verified claims
- Care
- Wash inside-out in mesh bag on cold delicate, dry flat, polish pin after.
- Material
- 100% organic cotton that softens with each wash and resists pilling due to long fibers.
- Fabric feel
- Long organic cotton fibers maintain softness and shape through washes and soften further over time, developing a relaxed drape.
- Comfort
- The organic cotton is cultivated without synthetic pesticides and processed without harsh dyes, so the jersey is less likely to irritate skin; its breathability helps keep skin cool and fresh.
- Shrinkage
- May shrink 3–5% on first wash if not pre-shrunk; cold water and avoiding high-heat drying minimize shrinkage.
- Brand identity
- Contemporaine's modern classic line for career women, designed by Simons' 50-designer in-house studio.
- Value
- At $69 CAD, it's Contemporaine's typical entry price and avoids third-party licensing fees.
- Fit & fabric
- Boxy 100% organic cotton tee layers under blazers and softens with age.
- Design
- Designed by a 50-person in-house studio drawing from European fashion, targeting career women.
- Drape
- Natural drape from loose cut and pure cotton, softens with age, no elastane.
- Maintenance
- Cold wash and flat drying minimize shrinkage and help preserve the drape and fabric smoothness.
- Sustainability
- Simons has publicly committed to moving 40–60% of its lines to recycled materials.
- Pin polish
- Wipe the gold-tone pin with a dry microfiber cloth after each dry.
- Wash method
- Wash in cold water with a mild liquid detergent.
- Drying method
- Dry flat to maintain shape and reduce shrinkage.
- Professional styling
- Boxy cut and draped waist enable professional layering under blazers.
- Fit after wash
- Post-wash, the boxy cut remains relaxed and fabric softens for fluid drape.
- Odor resistance
- Breathable organic cotton reduces odor-causing bacteria.
- Organic certification
- The product listing does not specify GOTS or OEKO-TEX certification, and the retailer cannot confirm third-party organic certification for this tee.
- Fit & sizing
- The fit is boxy, which the retailer describes as a relaxed, slightly oversized silhouette rather than slim; specific garment measurements are not provided, so shoppers should compare with a similar top or use the size guide.
- Design origin
- Contemporaine is an in-house label exclusive to Simons and designed in Canada.
- Pilling resistance
- The long organic cotton fibers resist pilling and stiffening after repeated washes.
Product record
- Title
- Pinned Draped-Waist Organic Cotton T-Shirt
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 69 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 9 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Pinned Draped-Waist Organic Cotton T-Shirt: Choose this if you want a boxy, slightly oversized tee in 100% organic cotton jersey with a distinctive touch: the left waist is gathered into a soft vertical drape secured by a gold-tone multi-loop pin. The loose silhouette features dropped shoulder seams, short sleeves ending above the elbow, a ribbed crew neck, a plain unprinted back, and a straight hem that falls to the upper hip, and it comes in Black, Off White, and Baby Blue in sizes small to X-large. The retailer describes the cotton jersey as ultra comfortable, and the brand is positioned for career women seeking modern, classic lines; note the fit is loose and boxy rather than fitted, which suits relaxed styling but not a body-hugging look.[1,2,3,4] | Peplum Waist Organic Cotton T-Shirt: Choose this if you want a fitted, short-sleeve tee with a crew neck and a flared peplum waist that adds movement below the waistline. It is made of 100% organic cotton jersey, described by the retailer as ultra comfortable, and comes in Black, White, and Mossy Green in sizes Small through X-Large. Note that vertical seams at the sides are visible and give the peplum its shape, so it is best suited to those who like some seaming detail.[5,6] | Pleated Waist Organic Cotton T-Shirt: Choose this if you want a soft, stretchy organic cotton tee (95% cotton, 5% spandex) with a neat, original cut — a slim fit, crew neck with a narrow ribbed band, and pleated gathering at the side waist for a slightly cinched look — as a versatile staple for polished casual wear or a capsule wardrobe; reviewers describe the fabric as extremely soft and the colours as lovely. Note that it runs small for some customers, so size up if you are between sizes or want a relaxed fit, and one reviewer found the lightweight cotton can feel flimsy and may not hold the pleats well.[7,8,9] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01

Product
Front view of a loose black short-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt with a gathered drape at the left waist secured by a gold-tone decorative multi-loop pin; dropped shoulder seams and visible hem stitching are shown.
- Silhouette and necklineLoose, boxy short-sleeve T-shirt with a round crew neckline and dropped shoulder seams.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.64 · h 0.40 (high) - Sleeve length and cutElbow-length sleeves with a straight cut and a single visible sleeve hem.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.28 · w 0.34 · h 0.30 (high) - Waist drape and gatheringFabric on the left side is drawn inward into a vertical drape that creates soft folds running down from the waist toward the hem.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.40 · w 0.22 · h 0.38 (high) - Decorative pinGold-tone multi-loop decorative pin fastens the gathered drape at the left waist; pin has stacked rounded loops creating a ribbed appearance.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.56 · w 0.07 · h 0.07 (high) - Fabric finishMatte, smooth knit fabric with soft drape consistent with cotton jersey.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.20 · w 0.50 · h 0.60 (medium) - Hem stitchingVisible straight stitch hem at the bottom edge of the shirt.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.75 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio portrait of a model wearing the T-shirt against a plain light background with soft, even lighting; image is cropped at mid-thigh and shows part of a polka-dot skirt and the model's hands and head.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from upper thighs to above the head, posed three-quarter front, left shoulder slightly forward relative to the camera.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.88 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingEven, soft studio lighting on a plain light gray to white seamless background with minimal shadows.
- Visible additional garmentBlack skirt with white polka dots is visible at the lower edge of the frame beneath the T-shirt.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.82 · w 0.56 · h 0.16 (high) - Image cropImage is vertically oriented and cropped to include the model from mid-thigh to slightly above the top of the head; both hands are partially visible at the sides.
Colors
black· shirt fabric#0E0C0Egold· decorative pin- Silhouette and necklineLoose, boxy short-sleeve T-shirt with a round crew neckline and dropped shoulder seams.
- 02

Product
Rear view of a black short-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt with a boxy, slightly oversized fit and dropped shoulder seams; plain back with visible hem and single-needle stitching.
- SilhouetteBack view of a boxy short-sleeve T-shirt falling to the upper hip with a straight hem.
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.12 · w 0.74 · h 0.68 (high) - NecklineNarrow crew neck with a visible ribbed band lying flat against the upper back.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high) - Shoulder constructionDropped shoulder seam that extends down the upper arm, creating a relaxed sleeve fit.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.77 · h 0.20 (high) - Sleeve styleShort sleeves with a loose, slightly wide opening ending above the elbow.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.26 · w 0.32 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.26 · w 0.32 · h 0.28 (high) - Fabric appearanceMatte, smooth knit surface consistent with cotton jersey; no visible print or texture pattern on the back.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (high) - Hem detailVisible single-fold hem with a line of stitching across the bottom back edge.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.70 · w 0.64 · h 0.10 (high) - Back panelPlain back panel with no visible seams, vents, or printed logos.
Other
Studio rear product photograph on a clean white background showing a model from the back and right profile, soft even lighting, minimal shadows, and a polka-dot skirt visible below the shirt.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from the back with head turned slightly to the right, right arm hanging and right hand visible near the hip.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.02 · w 0.60 · h 0.96 (high) - Visible prop garmentBlack skirt with evenly spaced white polka dots visible below the T-shirt hem.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.75 · w 0.64 · h 0.22 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light gray to white seamless background with soft, diffuse studio lighting and faint shadows under the arm and at the hem.
- AccessoriesGold-toned hoop earrings visible on the model's right ear.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.04 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high) - Image framingVertical crop including the model from head to mid-thigh with slight space above the head.
Colors
matte black· body#141215- SilhouetteBack view of a boxy short-sleeve T-shirt falling to the upper hip with a straight hem.
Variants
12 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4663330 | Pinned Draped-Waist Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Black - Small | CA$69.00 | Yes |
| 4663331 | Pinned Draped-Waist Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Black - Medium | CA$69.00 | Yes |
| 4663332 | Pinned Draped-Waist Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Black - Large | CA$69.00 | Yes |
| 4663333 | Pinned Draped-Waist Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Black - X-Large | CA$69.00 | Yes |
| 4663334 | Pinned Draped-Waist Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Off White - Small | CA$69.00 | Yes |
| 4663335 | Pinned Draped-Waist Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Off White - Medium | CA$69.00 | Yes |
| 4663336 | Pinned Draped-Waist Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Off White - Large | CA$69.00 | Yes |
| 4663337 | Pinned Draped-Waist Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Off White - X-Large | CA$69.00 | Yes |
| 4663338 | Pinned Draped-Waist Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Baby Blue - Small | CA$69.00 | Yes |
| 4663339 | Pinned Draped-Waist Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Baby Blue - Medium | CA$69.00 | Yes |
| 4663340 | Pinned Draped-Waist Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Baby Blue - Large | CA$69.00 | Yes |
| 4663341 | Pinned Draped-Waist Organic Cotton T-Shirt - Baby Blue - X-Large | CA$69.00 | Yes |