Djab
Mini-Corduroy Easy Short
CA$49.95CAD
Out of Stock
The Mini-Corduroy Easy Short is a pair of women's casual shorts in a dark olive green stretchy recycled cotton corduroy. Features an elastic waistband with drawcord, slash hand pockets, and a single buttoned back pocket. With a mid-thigh length and 7-inch inseam, these shorts offer a straight, loose fit for everyday wear.
- Material
- Stretchy recycled cotton corduroy
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Color
Ivory/Cream BeigeGreenNavy/Midnight Blue
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGEX-SMALL
Specifications
Stretchy recycled cotton corduroy shorts with elastic waist and drawcord, featuring slash pockets and a back pocket.
Stretchy recycled cotton corduroy, elastic waistband with drawcord, slash hand pockets, single buttoned back pocket
- Material
- Stretchy recycled cotton corduroy
- Gender
- male
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Additional Attributes
- Stretchy recycled cotton corduroy fabric
- Elastic waistband with drawcord
- Slash hand pockets
- Single buttoned back pocket
- Mid-thigh length
- 7 inch inseam
Product Insights
Djab's Mini-Corduroy Easy Short is a tailored-yet-stretchy short made from 98% recycled fine-wale corduroy that breathes naturally and drapes like a chino, offering dressy casual to smart versatility. The core promise is sustainable comfort: recycled cotton reduces virgin demand, spandex adds stretch and shape retention, and the breathable fabric keeps you cool. The main tradeoff is fit: default is tailored, but sizing up yields a wider, softer silhouette while maintaining the 7-inch inseam. Additional features include an elastic waistband with a durable drawcord and reinforced back-pocket button, with specific care instructions needed to preserve the corduroy nap.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Elastic waistband with drawcord adjusts; brand recommends sizing up for a looser feel.
- Drawcord durability
- Drawcord is securely stitched and withstands repeated pulling.
- Fabric
- Fine wale yields a velvet-soft fabric that drapes like a chino and looks like a textured twill.
- Breathability
- At CAD 49.95, its recycled cotton breathes naturally versus polyester rivals.
- Stretch
- 2% spandex gives noticeable stretch and shape retention.
- Care
- Wash inside out on gentle cycle with pH-neutral, enzyme-free detergent and hang dry to preserve the corduroy nap.
- Nap restoration
- Restore crushed wales by steaming, brushing in the direction of the ridges, or tumble-fluffing on extra-low heat.
- Lint management
- Remove lint from light-colored corduroy by rolling a lint roller in the direction of the wales.
- Wash and dry
- Wash inside out in cold water, gentle cycle, no fabric softener, hang dry.
- Environmental savings
- 98% reprocessed cotton, 2% spandex: recycled material reduces virgin demand and microplastic, at $49.95.
- Comfort
- Stretchy spandex and breathable corduroy keep you cool and comfortable.
- Versatility
- Fine wale (16-21 ribs/inch) enables dressy casual-to-smart wear.
- Closure durability
- Drawcord is securely stitched; back-pocket button uses standard reinforced stitching.
- Sizing
- Default fit is tailored; sizing up yields a wider, softer silhouette with the same 7-inch inseam.
Product record
- Title
- Mini-Corduroy Easy Short
- Brand
- Djab
- Price
- 69 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Keeping corduroy soft and nap intact
- Crushed wales—from sitting or folding—can be revived by gently steaming the fabric and brushing the ridges; a handheld steamer lifts the pile without touching it, making it the safest way to refresh the shorts' texture without the risk of permanently flattening it with an iron.
- Because mini-corduroy's ridges trap lint aggressively, washing these light-colored shorts separately from lint-shedding fabrics like towels and fleece—and rolling a lint brush along the wales—prevents embedded lint from dulling the ivory/cream finish.
- After the shorts are fully air-dried, a 10-minute tumble on the dryer's extra-low setting fluffs the nap back up and restores softness without the heat damage that full-cycle drying causes, giving the fabric a plusher hand while still respecting the 'no tumble dry' recommendation.
- Fabric softener coats the corduroy fibers and flattens the pile over time, so skipping it entirely preserves the shorts' crisp mini-corduroy ridges and maintains the fabric's natural softness without the dulling residue.
- Regularly brushing the shorts with a soft clothes brush in the direction of the ridges lifts flattened pile and restores the mini-corduroy's defined texture after sitting or laundering, keeping the fabric looking fresh rather than worn.
- Switching to a pH-neutral, enzyme-free detergent (pH 6.8–7.2) protects the cotton pile from degradation that brighteners and cellulase enzymes cause—controlled trials measured a 12% pile-height loss after a single wash with a cellulase-containing detergent, showing how quickly the mini-corduroy texture can erode with standard formulas.
- Fastening the metal button on the back pocket before turning the shorts inside out for washing prevents the fastener from snagging the wales during agitation, a small step that reduces the risk of early pilling or bald spots around the pocket.
How it compares to other affordable corduroy shorts
- Djab is an exclusive brand for Simons, marked as “an exclusive designed in Canada,” which means this short isn’t a mass-appeal fast-fashion SKU — it carries a boutique retail layer that can translate to more intentional fabric and fit choices compared to the anonymous supply-chain product you’d get from a Target or Old Navy at a similar price.
- At $49.95 CAD (down from $69), this short is among the least expensive corduroy shorts with stretch and recycled content, undercutting the sale price of Brixton's 100% polyester short ($56 USD) and Bearbottom's 98%-cotton short ($60 USD) — and because the fabric already includes stretch, you’re not forced to choose between the natural feel of cotton and the comfort of an elastic waist; the cloth does both while the drawcord locks the fit.
- The ‘mini’ in mini-corduroy signals a higher wale count — per corduroy wale conventions, a higher count means thinner, more closely spaced ribs, so the fabric reads more like a textured dress twill than a heavy, wide-waled upholstery cord, making these shorts a more versatile summer piece that can bridge casual and smart-casual without looking like repurposed cold-weather trousers.
- Whereas Brixton's Everyday Corduroy Short uses 100% polyester and Bearbottom's version is 98% virgin cotton (2% spandex), the Djab short is cut from stretchy recycled cotton corduroy — at its sale price of $49.95 CAD, it puts a sustainable-material short within reach for significantly less than the Brixton ($56-80 USD) and Bearbottom ($60 USD) alternatives, which is a rare material-to-price proposition in the category.
What to expect from recycled cotton corduroy
- The 'mini' prefix designates a fine wale, typically 16–21 ribs per inch, which creates a smoother, more velvet-like surface that feels plush against the skin and drapes with the fluidity of a lightweight chino rather than the stiffness of a traditional wide-wale cord.
- Unlike polyester-based corduroy, the recycled cotton fibers naturally wick moisture and allow airflow through the ribbed channels, keeping the skin cool and dry even in warm weather — a decisive advantage for a mid-thigh short worn in summer.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Knee-length corduroy shorts in a dark green cloth with an elastic waistband and visible white drawstring. Side pockets and a straight hem are visible from the front view.
- SilhouetteFront-facing, loose-fit shorts with a straight cut that end above the knee.
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.46 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high) - Fabric textureVisible fine vertical corduroy ribs giving a soft textured nap to the fabric.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.50 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high) - Waistband and drawstringElastic waistband with a centered white flat drawstring that hangs down over the front of the shorts.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.53 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high) - PocketsSlightly visible front/side hand pockets indicated by seam lines and the model's hands near pocket openings.
2 regions
x 0.31 · y 0.55 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.53 · y 0.55 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (medium) - HemStraight, single-fold hem with visible stitching along the lower edge of each leg.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.66 · w 0.30 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio product shot of a model wearing the shorts with additional clothing and accessories against a plain white background, evenly lit with soft shadow on the floor.
- Model poseFull-body frontal pose with hands partially in pockets, weight slightly shifted, legs straight and slightly apart.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.96 (high) - Styling layersModel wears a light blue long-sleeve button shirt over a white T-shirt and a tan crossbody bag draped over the torso; these are visible but are not part of the product.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.48 (high) - Footwear and socksModel wears light tan moccasin-style shoes with white crew socks; visible on the floor plane.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.82 · w 0.40 · h 0.14 (high) - Background and lightingPlain white seamless background with even soft lighting and minimal directional shadow under the model.
Colors
dark olive green· shorts#35392B- SilhouetteFront-facing, loose-fit shorts with a straight cut that end above the knee.
- 02
Product
Front view of mid-thigh length corduroy shorts with elastic waistband, visible white drawstrings, inset side pockets, and straight hem.
- WaistbandElasticized waistband with gathered fabric visible around the top edge and a centered drawstring channel.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.12 · w 0.52 · h 0.09 (high) - DrawstringsTwo long flat white drawstrings emerging from the front center, extending past the waistband to near mid-short length with small stitched ends.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.17 · w 0.10 · h 0.34 (high) - Side pocketsAngled inset side pockets with visible pocket openings at each hip; left pocket partially occupied by model's hand.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.19 · w 0.16 · h 0.17 (high) - Fabric textureShort fine-ribbed corduroy texture visible as subtle vertical ribs across the short panels.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.20 · w 0.44 · h 0.32 (medium) - Hem and seamsStraight double-stitched hem at leg openings and visible vertical center front seam below the fly area.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.42 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.24 · w 0.08 · h 0.20 (medium)
Other
Model wearing the shorts shown from mid-torso to shoes against a plain light background; even studio lighting with soft shadows on the floor.
- Model presenceMale model torso, arms, and legs visible; left hand placed in left pocket and right hand resting at side.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 1.00 (high) - Shoes and socksPale yellow moccasin-style shoes and white crew socks visible below the shorts; shoes rest on a smooth light surface.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.72 · w 0.56 · h 0.24 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light gray to white seamless background with soft, even studio lighting and faint floor shadow under feet.
Colors
dark olive green· shorts body#3E4132white· drawstrings- WaistbandElasticized waistband with gathered fabric visible around the top edge and a centered drawstring channel.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a pair of mini-corduroy shorts in a dark olive green with an elastic waistband, a single rear patch pocket with a visible button, and a straight hem finishing above the knee.
- Overall shapeStraight-legged shorts with a relaxed fit, mid-thigh length as seen from the rear.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.39 (high) - Fabric textureVisible fine corduroy ribs running vertically on the short fabric surface.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.20 · w 0.58 · h 0.34 (high) - WaistbandElasticized waistband with gathered fabric and a single topstitched seam along the upper edge.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.15 · w 0.64 · h 0.06 (high) - Rear pocketSingle square patch pocket located on the right rear (viewer right) with visible topstitching and slightly rounded lower corners.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.24 · w 0.16 · h 0.17 (high) - Pocket buttonSmall round tan button attached near the top edge of the rear patch pocket.
1 region
x 0.69 · y 0.26 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (high) - Hem constructionStraight stitched hem at the leg openings with visible topstitching.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.51 · w 0.64 · h 0.04 (high)
Other
Studio rear product shot on a plain white background showing a model wearing the shorts with a white tucked shirt, white crew socks, and beige low-top shoes; even studio lighting and slight shadow under feet.
- Model stylingModel seen from the rear wearing a white short-sleeve top tucked into the shorts, white ribbed crew socks, and beige suede or canvas low-top shoes.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.02 · w 0.56 · h 0.70 (high) - Background and lightingPlain white seamless background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal shadows beneath the model.
- Shot compositionCentered rear crop including the model from waist to mid-calf; product centered vertically and horizontally.
Colors
dark olive green· shorts body#414535tan· pocket button#8A947C- Overall shapeStraight-legged shorts with a relaxed fit, mid-thigh length as seen from the rear.
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Q&A
4 answered- How does the sizing compare to standard Djab or Simons shorts? Is the waistband true to size or does it run small/large?
- The waistband is elastic with an internal drawcord, allowing significant adjustability to fit a range of sizes. We offer sizes XS through XL, and the fit is consistent with typical Djab shorts, though we recommend sizing up if you prefer a looser feel.
- How much stretch does the recycled cotton corduroy have? Does it lose shape after multiple wears?
- The recycled cotton corduroy is designed to be stretchy, providing comfortable give during wear. According to fabric experts, corduroy with stretch fibers retains its shape well when cared for properly—washing in cold water and air drying helps maintain the fit [1]. We recommend following those care tips to avoid losing shape over time.
- Can these shorts be machine washed and dried? Any special care instructions for the corduroy texture?
- We recommend machine washing these shorts inside out in cold water on a gentle cycle and hanging them to dry—do not tumble dry, as high heat can damage the corduroy texture [1]. This care routine helps preserve the fabric's softness and stretch.
- How durable are the drawcord and button closure? Are they reinforced?
- The drawcord is securely stitched into the elastic waistband, and the button closure on the back pocket uses standard reinforced stitching. Both are built to withstand regular wear, and we have not had durability issues reported.