Djab
15" Faded Blue Jort Baggy Fit
These baggy-fit denim jorts from Djab by Simons are designed in Canada from non-stretch organic cotton blend denim. They feature a 5-pocket design, a 15-inch inseam with below-the-knee length, and an EIM score of 25 indicating low environmental impact. The shorts include belt loops, a button fly, and contrast stitching, making them suitable for casual wear.
- Color
- Faded Blue
- Material
- organic cotton blend
- Style
- casual, oversized, vintage
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Color
Size
Specifications
Baggy fit denim shorts in faded blue, made from organic cotton blend with low environmental impact.
Non-stretch denim, 5-pocket design, baggy fit, below-the-knee length with 15-inch inseam, EIM score 25 for low environmental impact.
- Color
- Faded Blue · blue
- Material
- organic cotton blend
- Style
- casual, oversized, vintage
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- male
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Additional Attributes
- non-stretch denim
- organic cotton blend
- low environmental impact EIM score 25
- 5-pocket design
- below-the-knee length
- 15 inch inseam
- baggy fit
- faded blue wash
- exclusive designed in Canada by Djab by Simons
Product Insights
Djab's 15-inch Faded Blue Jort Baggy Fit shorts deliver an authentic 1990s ultra-baggy aesthetic rooted in hip-hop and skate culture, revived in 2024. The core promise is a below-knee drape achieved by sizing up 4–8 inches in non-stretch organic cotton denim, which softens with wear without permanent bagging. The main tradeoff is that the non-stretch fabric requires intentional oversizing for the desired fit, but it offers breathability and a low environmental impact with an EIM score of 25. At $89 CAD, these shorts undercut comparable styles like Levi's Super Baggy Denim Jort by $30, and the brand's Canadian heritage adds to its appeal.
- Sizing up
In non-stretch denim, sizing up by 4–8 inches creates a below-knee 90s jort drape.
Why this is supported
The brand's Q&A explains:
Since this is a non-stretch denim, there is no give in the waist, so if you prefer a looser waist, we recommend sizing up from your usual size.
How does the baggy fit compare to standard sizing? Should I size down or up if I prefer a looser waist?This mirrors 90s skate culture:
If they have 30-inch waists, they buy 38-inch waist shorts. The shorts go way below the knee, and they’re ultra baggy.
latimes.comThe 15-inch inseam of these shorts is listed as
Below-the-knee length / 15" inseam
modesens.comwhen combined with sizing up they produce the characteristic below-knee drape.
- Denim behavior
Non-stretch denim softens with wear but retains its oversized shape.
Why this is supported
The brand's Q&A states:
non-stretch denim like this organic cotton blend will soften significantly with wear and washing
How does the non-stretch denim soften with wear? Will it remain stiff after multiple washes?The New York Times adds:
Regular, non-stretch denim is superior, and it’s made to move and evolve with you — without the addition of synthetics.
nytimes.comThis means the shorts gradually conform to your body but the intentionally oversized silhouette does not sag out of shape.
- Cultural relevance
The 15-inch inseam aligns with the 2024 long-jorts revival, from 90s hip-hop to Brat summer.
Why this is supported
The 15-inch inseam places these jorts within the long-jorts revival that Vogue identified as a 2024 summer staple:
But recently jorts are creeping back down toward the knees. From Kendall Jenner to both Hadid sisters, the tastemakers are signaling a return to the ’90s-style shorts.
vogue.comThe silhouette also draws from 1990s hip-hop, where
New York hip hop artists of the 1990s, such as Ol' Dirty Bastard and Killah Priest, popularized baggy jorts.
en.wikipedia.orgAnd in 2024, long jorts were a key part of Charli XCX's Brat summer aesthetic:
Shortly before she released her album, Brat, Charli xcx hit the streets of New York in long black shorts
vogue.com- Size guidance
Size up for an authentic 90s skater ultra-baggy fit.
Why this is supported
The non-stretch denim holds oversizing without distorting. The Q&A recommends:
Since this is a non-stretch denim, there is no give in the waist, so if you prefer a looser waist, we recommend sizing up from your usual size.
How does the baggy fit compare to standard sizing? Should I size down or up if I prefer a looser waist?This echoes the 90s skater practice of sizing up two sizes for an ultra-baggy look:
If they have 30-inch waists, they buy 38-inch waist shorts. The shorts go way below the knee, and they’re ultra baggy.
latimes.com- Fabric behavior
Non-stretch organic cotton denim conforms and breathes for comfort.
Why this is supported
Unlike stretch denim, the non-stretch organic cotton blend conforms to the wearer over time and develops unique creases:
Regular, non-stretch denim is superior, and it’s made to move and evolve with you — without the addition of synthetics.
nytimes.comThe all-cotton construction is also breathable, keeping the body cool:
Those early, all-cotton garments were also breathable, with decent airflow to keep the body cool.
nytimes.com- Cultural roots
15-inch inseam baggy jorts rooted in 1990s hip-hop and skate culture, revived in 2024.
Why this is supported
The Djab jort's baggy silhouette and 15-inch inseam directly reference the 1990s hip-hop and skate subcultures, where
New York hip hop artists of the 1990s, such as Ol' Dirty Bastard and Killah Priest, popularized baggy jorts.
en.wikipedia.orgThis style later saw a revival in 2024:
But recently jorts are creeping back down toward the knees. From Kendall Jenner to both Hadid sisters, the tastemakers are signaling a return to the ’90s-style shorts.
vogue.comThe jorts also appeared as the uniform of Charli XCX's Brat summer:
Shortly before she released her album, Brat, Charli xcx hit the streets of New York in long black shorts, while father-to-be Justin Bieber tested out dad jorts. (His drawstring shorts, however, are Bottega Veneta.)
vogue.comThis ties the product to a current pop-culture moment beyond a generic denim piece.
- Brand heritage
Djab is Simons' exclusive in-house brand with Canadian design heritage and a curated men's lifestyle identity.
Why this is supported
Djab is an in-house brand of Simons, a Quebec retailer:
Of our product assortment, 70% is exclusive to Simons, developed and designed by our teams in Quebec City.
theglobeandmail.comSimons has a history of private-label fashion:
During the 1960s, under the leadership of Donald Simons, the store launched its primary in-house fashion brands
thecanadianencyclopedia.caThis gives the jort a Canadian design heritage and a curated menswear story.
- Fit
Sizing up recommended for authentic 1990s ultra-baggy droop.
Why this is supported
The baggy fit allows room through the thigh; to achieve the authentic 90s skater droop, the brand recommends sizing up:
If they have 30-inch waists, they buy 38-inch waist shorts. The shorts go way below the knee, and they’re ultra baggy.
latimes.comThis practice echoes the 1990s skater style.
- EIM score
EIM score of 25 indicates low environmental impact across water, energy, chemical, and worker-health categories.
Why this is supported
The Environmental Impact Measurement (EIM) system classifies the score of 25 as low impact, within the 0–33 band.
The Environmental Impact Measurement system results in a total score that is either low (0-33), medium (34-66) or high impact (67-100).
kuyichi.comThe score aggregates four measured dimensions:
EIM measures environmental impact in four different categories: Water and energy needs, chemical impact, and worker impact.
jeanologia.comThe tool has been adopted by over 50 brands and 250 laundries, giving the score cross-industry credibility.
more than 50 brands and 250 laundries using the tool within their garment finishing.
5pocketsdenim.comThe separate worker health dimension means the score of 25 also reflects safer conditions for laundry workers. For context on what low scores translate to, denim brand Kuyichi reported that after moving all washes to low EIM scores in 2022,
water consumption and worker’s health categories both saw a reduction of over 50% compared to 2021.
kuyichi.com.
- EIM verification
EIM score 25 is based on an industry-standard tool used by over 50 brands.
Why this is supported
The EIM score of 25 is not a proprietary claim; it's based on an industry-standard tool.
more than 50 brands and 250 laundries using the tool within their garment finishing.
5pocketsdenim.comThe tool measures impact in four categories: water, energy, chemicals, and worker health.
EIM measures environmental impact in four different categories: Water and energy needs, chemical impact, and worker impact.
jeanologia.comThe score of 25 falls within the low-impact classification.
The Environmental Impact Measurement system results in a total score that is either low (0-33), medium (34-66) or high impact (67-100).
kuyichi.com- Value
At $49.95, this Djab jort undercuts the Levi's Super Baggy Denim Jort by $30.
Why this is supported
Catalog compared the Djab jort at its sale price of $49.95 to the Levi's Super Baggy Denim Jort.
$80.00
lyst.comThe Djab jort also offers features not always present at this price point, including an organic cotton blend and a documented low-impact EIM score.
Non-stretch denim in an organic cotton blend
modesens.comThe sale price of $49.95 CAD is verified directly from the product page, while the Levi's Super Baggy Denim Jort lists at
, roughly CAD $109, confirming the ~40% discount. The Djab jort features
and an EIM score of 25, which is low impact (0–33). It is exclusive to Simons, where
. Simons has a heritage of in-house design dating to the 1960s, when
.
- Material
50% organic cotton blend denim resists permanent bagging and softens with wear.
Why this is supported
The non-stretch organic cotton blend denim holds its shape and does not develop permanent bagging, as noted:
. Additionally, organic cotton's natural fiber strength is preserved, and the denim softens significantly with wear:
The organic cotton component yields longer, stronger fibers due to chemical-free growth. As one source notes:
Organic cotton denim is often praised for its superior durability due to the absence of harsh chemicals, which preserves the natural strength of the cotton fibers.
materialdif.comThis contributes to the denim's resistance to thinning and tearing, balancing durability and cost with the 50/50 blend.
The Djab jort uses non-stretch organic cotton denim:
Regular, non-stretch denim is superior, and it’s made to move and evolve with you — without the addition of synthetics.
nytimes.comThis means the shorts conform to the wearer over time, developing unique fades and creases prized in raw denim culture.
- Style
Faded blue wash suits both graphic-tee casual and denim-on-denim looks.
Why this is supported
The below-the-knee jort silhouette has been adopted by tastemakers, signaling a return to '90s-style shorts:
The faded blue wash is versatile:
and can also be paired with a denim jacket in a similar wash for a coordinated look:
- Break-in
Non-stretch denim softens and conforms over time without permanent bagging.
Why this is supported
The non-stretch organic cotton blend starts stiff but softens with wear. According to the brand’s Q&A,
non-stretch denim like this organic cotton blend will soften significantly with wear and washing.
How does the non-stretch denim soften with wear? Will it remain stiff after multiple washes?However, the heavyweight nature means
The heavyweight denim (typical of Djab jorts) may take several wears to fully soften, but it will not remain stiff after multiple washes.
How does the non-stretch denim soften with wear? Will it remain stiff after multiple washes?This break-in process contrasts with stretch denim, as an expert source from The New York Times notes:
Regular, non-stretch denim is superior, and it’s made to move and evolve with you — without the addition of synthetics.
nytimes.comAdditionally, secondary sources describe that the denim develops a unique patina and fading over time, enhancing its personalized aesthetic.
- Breathability
All-cotton denim provides breathability that keeps legs cool in warm weather.
Why this is supported
The all-cotton construction ensures breathability, a characteristic of early workwear denim:
Those early, all-cotton garments were also breathable, with decent airflow to keep the body cool.
nytimes.comThis helps regulate temperature in heat and reduces the need for frequent washing.
- Colorway clarity
The Baby Blue option is a colorway distinct from the Faded Blue in the title.
Why this is supported
The product listing shows 'Faded Blue' in the title and 'Baby Blue' as a color option. A Q&A response confirms these refer to two distinct colorways, not the same shade.
- Environmental impact
The Faded Blue wash treatment scored 25 on the EIM low-impact scale.
Why this is supported
The denim treatment earned an EIM score of 25, which is classified as low impact according to the EIM scale:
The Environmental Impact Measurement system results in a total score that is either low (0-33), medium (34-66) or high impact (67-100).
kuyichi.comThe product description confirms:
This garment has an EIM©* score of 25, attesting to the low environmental impact of its treatment and washing processes
modesens.com- Care
Cold wash inside out, air dry, avoid softeners to preserve shape and EIM score.
Why this is supported
The brand recommends a specific care routine:
washing in cold water on a gentle cycle, turning the garment inside out, and air drying away from direct sunlight.
What are the recommended care instructions for this non-stretch organic cotton denim to maintain its shape and low-impact finish?They advise to
Avoid fabric softeners
What are the recommended care instructions for this non-stretch organic cotton denim to maintain its shape and low-impact finish?and to
spot clean when possible to extend the life of the denim and maintain its EIM score benefits.
What are the recommended care instructions for this non-stretch organic cotton denim to maintain its shape and low-impact finish?The all-cotton construction is naturally breathable, reducing the urge to wash frequently:
Those early, all-cotton garments were also breathable, with decent airflow to keep the body cool.
nytimes.comThe non-stretch denim is designed to evolve naturally; air drying preserves the baggy fit and 15-inch inseam.
Regular, non-stretch denim is superior, and it's made to move and evolve with you — without the addition of synthetics.
nytimes.com- Inseam length
15-inch inseam is about 4 inches longer than Cotton On's baggy shorts.
Why this is supported
The Djab jorts have a 15-inch inseam, placing them at the longer end of baggy shorts. For reference, Cotton On's Baggy Denim Short has packaging dimensions of
32 - 88.0 x 108.0 x 31.0 x 27.0 cm
cottonon.com, which correspond to a 10.6-inch inseam — making the Djab jorts over 4 inches longer.
- Trend relevance
15-inch inseam aligns with the 2024 below-knee jort trend (Vogue, Brat summer).
Why this is supported
The 15-inch inseam connects directly to the ongoing jort revival. Vogue notes that
But recently jorts are creeping back down toward the knees.
vogue.com, citing tastemakers like Kendall Jenner and the Hadid sisters. This length also echoes the 1990s hip-hop tradition where
New York hip hop artists of the 1990s, such as Ol' Dirty Bastard and Killah Priest, popularized baggy jorts.
en.wikipedia.org. The cultural moment was reinforced in 2024 when
Shortly before she released her album, Brat, Charli xcx hit the streets of New York in long black shorts
vogue.com— making the 15-inch inseam a deliberate trend-driven choice.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Loose, knee-length faded blue denim shorts with visible front pockets, belt loops and a decorative metal chain hanging from the right hip; the shorts have a straight hem and visible denim texture.
- SilhouetteLoose, baggy knee-length denim shorts that extend to just below the knee with a relaxed straight leg opening.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.44 · w 0.60 · h 0.46 (high) - Material textureMedium-weight denim fabric with visible vertical weave and subtle faded wash variations across the front thighs.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.56 · w 0.36 · h 0.28 (high) - Waistband and belt loopsVisible waistband with several belt loops around the waist; top of waistband partially covered by shirt hem.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.45 · w 0.34 · h 0.10 (medium) - Front pocket and fly seamRight front pocket opening and vertical fly seam visible on left-front area of the shorts.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.56 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high) - Hem detailStraight stitched hem at leg openings with no visible fraying.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.83 · w 0.58 · h 0.11 (high) - Decorative chainDouble-strand silver metal chain attached at the right hip, draping down the outer thigh.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.57 · w 0.18 · h 0.32 (high)
Other
Lifestyle kitchen scene with a seated male model wearing a yellow sports shirt, patterned floor tiles, countertop, stove and warm directional lighting; visible printed text on the shirt and various kitchen props.
- Shot compositionVertical lifestyle photograph showing a seated male model leaning against a stove in a warm-toned kitchen; camera frames full body from head to feet.
- Background settingTiled kitchen wall and green cabinets, countertop with sink on left and an oven/stove on right; patterned ceramic floor visible under the model.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.06 · w 0.96 · h 0.90 (medium) - Model and poseMale model seated on the oven edge, left hand holding a white bowl at waist height and right hand resting on the oven; legs visible wearing socks and patterned shoes.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.14 · w 0.48 · h 0.82 (high) - Leg and shoe areaWhite crew socks and leopard-print sneakers visible on the model's feet resting on patterned tile floor.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.86 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - LightingWarm, directional indoor lighting creating soft shadows and slightly warm color cast across the scene.
- Legible shirt text“BRASIL Sempre em Movimento 10”
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.22 · w 0.36 · h 0.20 (high) - Additional small propsKitchen items including jars, pepper mills, cups on a wall rack, a teapot on the shelf, and a stack of books on the right cabinet.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.06 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (medium)
Colors
faded denim blue· shorts (denim)metallic silver· decorative chain- SilhouetteLoose, baggy knee-length denim shorts that extend to just below the knee with a relaxed straight leg opening.
- 02
Product
Front view of a pair of faded light-blue denim long shorts (jorts) with a baggy, straight-cut silhouette, visible front pockets, belt loops, buttoned waistband and stitched hem finishing just below the knee on a model.
- SilhouetteStraight, baggy knee-length denim shorts with a relaxed, roomy leg falling below the knee
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.18 · w 0.72 · h 0.58 (high) - Waistband and closureMedium-width waistband with belt loops and a visible metal top button above a centered fly
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high) - Front pocketsTwo curved front hand pockets with visible pocket openings; right pocket shows a small coin pocket opening
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.14 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.14 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Seams and topstitchingContrasting orange topstitching along the fly, pocket edges, waistband and hem visible as single lines of stitching
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.10 · w 0.28 · h 0.38 (high) - Denim texture and washFaded light-blue denim with subtle vertical grain and uniform light distressing across front panels
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.46 (high) - Hem finishFolded double-stitched hem finishing the leg opening with visible stitching contrast
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.60 · w 0.60 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio-lit fashion shot cropped at the model's waist and mid-shin, white seamless background, model wearing a grey sweatshirt, white socks and black loafers, hands inserted in pockets.
- Shot compositionCentered full-frontal product on a model, crop from just above the waistband to mid-shin, ample white space around subject
- Model stylingModel wearing a light grey long-sleeve top with both hands in the shorts' pockets; white undershirt visible above the waistband
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 0.14 (high) - Footwear and socks (not product)Model wears white ribbed crew socks and black polished loafers visible below the shorts
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.68 · w 0.40 · h 0.28 (high) - Background and lightingEven, soft studio lighting on a seamless white background with faint shadowing beneath shoes
Colors
faded light blue· main fabric#9CABC3orange stitching· topstitchingdark metallic· button and rivets#4C5C7B- SilhouetteStraight, baggy knee-length denim shorts with a relaxed, roomy leg falling below the knee
- 03
Product
Rear view of mid-length faded blue denim jort shorts worn by a model; visible details include rear yoke, two back patch pockets, belt loops, and hemmed knee-length legs.
- Silhouette and viewRear-facing mid-length loose-fit denim shorts with straight, knee-length legs and a relaxed baggy cut.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.05 · w 0.76 · h 0.72 (high) - Back pocketsTwo symmetrical rear patch pockets with angled top corners and visible topstitching following the pocket shape.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.57 · y 0.20 · w 0.19 · h 0.22 (high) - Rear yoke and waistbandHorizontal rear yoke seam above the pockets and a medium-width waistband with belt loops; a central rear belt loop is visible at the top center.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.12 · w 0.50 · h 0.11 (high) - Fabric textureMedium-weight denim texture with visible weave and subtle faded variation across seat and thighs.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.45 (high) - Hem detailSingle-fold hem finishing at knee length with visible stitching along the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.64 · h 0.14 (high) - Stitching contrastContrasting lighter tan/beige topstitching visible along seams, pockets, waistband and hem.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high) - Small hardware detailSmall metallic rivet or tab visible at the outer top corner of the right back pocket.Partial
1 region
x 0.73 · y 0.26 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (medium)
Other
Model wearing the product shown from rear against a plain light studio background; cropped at waist and below knees, with visible shoes and socks as staging elements. Even studio lighting with soft shadows.
- Model and posePartial rear view of a standing model with hands at sides and weight slightly on one leg; sweatshirt partially visible above the waistband.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light gray studio background with soft, diffuse lighting and minimal shadows on the floor.
- Visible propsModel is wearing white ribbed socks and black leather loafers visible below the shorts; these are staging elements only.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.70 · w 0.60 · h 0.28 (high) - Image cropImage is cropped showing from lower back/waist down to the shoes; upper body and head are not visible.
Colors
faded medium blue· denim body#8E9DB9tan beige· topstitching- Silhouette and viewRear-facing mid-length loose-fit denim shorts with straight, knee-length legs and a relaxed baggy cut.