I.FIV5
Ultra-Soft Jersey Short
5/5 (3)
CA$39.00CAD
In Stock
The Ultra-Soft Jersey Short by i.FiV5 is a pair of athletic-casual shorts made from a recycled polyester blend jersey with stretch and breathability. It features Polygiene odor-control technology, an elastic drawcord waist, slant front pockets, and a back zip pocket. Designed for training and everyday wear, these shorts offer a mid-thigh fit with a relaxed silhouette.
- Material
- recycled polyester blend
- Style
- athleisure, activewear
- Category
- Sporting Goods > Exercise & Fitness
Color
BlackMossy GreenIndigo/Dark BlueCrimson
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
Ultra-soft stretch jersey shorts with odor control and adjustable waist.
Polygiene odor control technology, drawcord elastic waist, slant pockets, zip pocket.
- Material
- recycled polyester blend
- Style
- athleisure, activewear
- Occasion
- workout
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Sporting Goods > Exercise & Fitness
Additional Attributes
- ultra-soft stretch jersey
- recycled polyester blend
- Polygiene technology eliminates odour and prevents bacteria growth
- drawcord-adjustable elastic waist
- slant pockets
- zip pocket behind
- breathable
- versatile
Product Insights
The Ultra-Soft Jersey Short from I.FIV5 delivers premium technical features—Polygiene, recycled polyester, zippered and hand pockets—typically found on shorts costing $68–$119, yet priced at $39. Its single-jersey knit fabric, crafted from recycled polyester identical to virgin material, provides natural drape and breathability without mesh panels, avoiding stiffness and bunching. Designed in Canada under Simons' 180-year heritage, the short offers a true-to-size relaxed athletic cut (sizing down yields a tailored look) and a rear zippered pocket. To maintain performance, avoid fabric softener, use gentle detergent, wash in a mesh bag only when needed, and add a white vinegar rinse every five washes.
Verified claims
- Tech features
- Polygiene, recycled polyester, zippered and hand pockets—features on $68–$119 shorts—at $39.
- Fabric performance
- Single jersey knit is breathable and drapes naturally, like premium activewear.
- Design heritage
- Designed in Canada under Simons' 180-year heritage.
- Fabric structure
- Single-jersey knit provides natural drape and breathable air channels without mesh panels.
- Recycled polyester
- Recycled polyester is chemically identical to virgin, ensuring shape retention and stretch recovery.
- Laundry additives
- Avoid fabric softener and use a gentle liquid detergent at half dose.
- Care
- Use a mesh bag, wash only when needed, and a white vinegar rinse every 5 washes.
- Storage
- Rear zippered pocket, a premium detail at this $39 price point.
- Fit
- True to size with a relaxed athletic cut; sizing down yields a tailored look.
- Drape
- Single jersey drapes like a T-shirt, avoiding stiffness and bunching.
Product record
- Title
- Ultra-Soft Jersey Short
- Brand
- I.FIV5
- Price
- 39 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Washing and care for long-lasting performance
- Washing the shorts in a mesh laundry bag shields the soft jersey surface from abrasion against zippers, hardware, and rough fabrics, which is the leading cause of pilling and snagging on recycled polyester activewear.
- Storing the shorts folded rather than hung on a hanger prevents the recycled polyester from gradually stretching under its own weight, preserving the waistband and hem's original drape even when stored for weeks.
- Fabric softeners deposit a waxy film that clogs recycled polyester's moisture-wicking pores and provide nutrients for odor-causing bacteria, directly neutralizing the Polygiene antimicrobial treatment — skipping softener is the single most impactful habit for keeping the shorts performing and smelling fresh.
- Polygiene's own care guidance states 'Only wash it when absolutely necessary' — because fewer washes reduce mechanical agitation on the fibers and preserve the antimicrobial finish, meaning these shorts stay fresh with less frequent laundering than untreated activewear.
- Using a gentle liquid detergent at half the usual dose prevents the buildup of soap film that traps odor-causing bacteria and dulls the jersey's hand feel, while avoiding powdered detergents that can be abrasive to the fine knit.
- Adding half a cup of white vinegar to the rinse cycle every 5–6 washes strips off detergent residue and body oils without coating the fibers, restoring breathability and maintaining the ultra-soft, non-coating feel of the jersey.
How these shorts compare to similar-priced options
- A rear zip pocket—frequently highlighted as a key feature on workout shorts in the $68-$100 range, like the Ten Thousand Interval or Lululemon License to Train—is included here at 39 CAD, providing secure storage that many budget shorts omit.
- Made from a recycled polyester blend, these shorts echo the eco-conscious material messaging of premium brands like Vuori (whose Kore Short runs $78 USD) while sitting at the budget end of the activewear market, making sustainable materials accessible at a no-upcharge price.
- As an I.FIV5 exclusive designed in Canada by Simons, these shorts carry a curated design legitimacy that generic budget shorts lack, borrowing from the retailer's 180-year heritage to signal a level of intentionality in fit and materials.
- I.FIV5 applies the same Polygiene odor control and recycled polyester fabric to its $59 Minimalist Stretch Short, confirming that core technical features aren't reserved for higher-priced pieces but are standard across the brand's line—so the 39 CAD entry point doesn't sacrifice this tech.
- Polygiene antimicrobial odor control appears on shorts like the La Sportiva Comp ($85) and FORLOH SolAir ($119), yet it's built into this 39 CAD short, giving buyers a technology that typically commands a $40+ premium at a fraction of the cost.
The ultra-soft stretch jersey fabric explained
- Single jersey drapes naturally against the body and moves with the wearer, so the shorts avoid the stiffness and bunching of woven workout bottoms — you get the comfort of a T-shirt knit in a training short.
- Because the shorts are cut from single jersey knit rather than a woven, the yarn’s loop structure creates natural channels for air to pass through, keeping the shorts breathable without relying on mesh panels or perforations.
- Recycled PET shares the identical polyethylene terephthalate polymer backbone as virgin polyester, so the shorts dry quickly, resist wrinkles, and hold their shape after stretching just like conventional polyester activewear — but the feedstock was post-consumer bottles rather than petroleum.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a pair of black jersey shorts on a model; elastic waistband with visible drawstring, straight hem at mid-thigh, smooth knit surface, and a stitched front center seam.
- Overall shapeMid-thigh length shorts with a straight leg opening and a relaxed, slightly tapered silhouette when worn.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.29 (high) - WaistbandElastic waistband with a visible turned-over top edge and a stitched channel.
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.08 · w 0.42 · h 0.10 (high) - DrawstringBlack drawstring with visible tied ends hanging from the center front waistband.
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.10 · w 0.26 · h 0.07 (high) - Front seam and fly detailVisible stitched vertical front center seam and a subtle stitched fly-like panel across the front center.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.16 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high) - Hem constructionClean double-stitched hem at each leg opening with a narrow folded finish.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.34 · w 0.58 · h 0.04 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte jersey knit surface with no visible pattern or texture variation at this resolution.
Other
Studio product shot showing a model from waist down standing on a light neutral background; white crew socks and black athletic shoes are visible; soft even lighting with faint floor shadow.
- Model stylingModel shown from waist to feet wearing the shorts; bare legs visible, white crew socks pulled up, and black running shoes.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.36 · w 0.84 · h 0.55 (high) - Background and lightingSmooth light gray to off-white studio background with even diffuse lighting and a faint shadow under the shoes.
- Image crop and framingCentered vertical crop showing the front of the shorts and lower torso; top of image crops the upper torso above the waistband.
Colors
black· shorts main body#0D0D0Eblack· drawstring#0C0C0E- Overall shapeMid-thigh length shorts with a straight leg opening and a relaxed, slightly tapered silhouette when worn.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a pair of black jersey shorts worn by a model, showing elastic waist, single rear welt pocket, center back seam and straight-hemmed leg openings.
- Overall silhouetteLoose-fit knee-above shorts with a mid-rise waist and straight leg openings falling above the knee from the rear view.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.42 (high) - WaistbandElasticized waistband visible at the back with slight gathers in the fabric where it meets the body.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.12 · w 0.56 · h 0.07 (high) - Rear pocketSingle horizontal welt pocket on the right-side back (viewer left) positioned below the waistband.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.16 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (high) - Center back seamVertical center back seam running from waistband down toward the crotch area, visible as a stitched line.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.15 · w 0.12 · h 0.28 (high) - Hem detailStraight folded hem at leg openings with visible single-line topstitching.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.44 · w 0.60 · h 0.06 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte jersey fabric with minimal visible texture and soft drape over the body.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.15 · w 0.60 · h 0.35 (high) - Side seam and pocket openingSide seam visible with a subtle vertical line; side pocket opening hinted at along the seam on the model's right side (viewer left).Partial
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.18 · w 0.10 · h 0.25 (medium); x 0.60 · y 0.18 · w 0.10 · h 0.25 (medium)
Other
Studio shot of a model from the rear against a plain light background; visible lower torso, legs, white crew socks and black running shoes; soft diffuse lighting with faint ground shadow.
- Model presenceMale model shown from mid-back to feet wearing the shorts, socks and shoes; left hand resting at side.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.04 · w 0.70 · h 0.92 (high) - Visible shirtPortion of a purple shirt visible tucked into the waistband at the top of the image.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high) - Footwear and socksWhite ribbed crew socks and black athletic sneakers visible below the shorts; shoes rest on a seamless light studio floor.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.56 · w 0.56 · h 0.36 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light gray to white seamless background with even diffuse lighting and soft shadow beneath feet.
Colors
black· shorts main body#0D0D0E- Overall silhouetteLoose-fit knee-above shorts with a mid-rise waist and straight leg openings falling above the knee from the rear view.
- 03
Product
A pair of solid dark shorts seen on a model from the front; mid-thigh length with a straight hem and smooth, matte jersey fabric that drapes without visible pockets or closures on this side.
- SilhouetteStraight, relaxed short silhouette ending above the knee with a flat front appearance and no visible front fly or drawstring on this face.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.48 · w 0.24 · h 0.26 (high) - WaistbandSmooth, low-profile waistband visible at the torso junction with no visible belt loops or gathered elastic from this angle.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.43 · w 0.20 · h 0.07 (medium) - Hem and leg openingStraight, narrow hem with a clean finish; leg openings fall flat against the thigh without tapering.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.66 · w 0.24 · h 0.07 (high) - Fabric appearanceMatte, smooth jersey fabric with soft drape and minimal surface texture; slight folds at the front crotch area where fabric gathers.
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.50 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (high) - Side seam detailVisible outer side seam line on the right leg (model left) running from waistband to hem.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.48 · w 0.05 · h 0.34 (medium) - Visible occlusionFront-right portion of the shorts is partially occluded by the model's right hand and the tote bag strap in the lower-left of the frame.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.57 · w 0.18 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Lifestyle studio shot showing a standing model wearing the shorts along with additional garments and a tan tote; evenly lit white background with soft shadow beneath feet.
- Model and poseMale model walking toward the camera with left leg forward, left arm relaxed at the side, right arm slightly bent holding a tan tote bag.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.08 · w 0.60 · h 0.84 (medium) - Additional garments visibleLong-sleeve black top layered over a slightly visible purple undershirt and a black baseball cap; white crew socks and black athletic shoes visible below the shorts.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.84 (high) - Prop - tote bagTan soft-fabric tote bag held in the model's right hand with long straps and a white towel or cloth partially draped over its front.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.56 · w 0.20 · h 0.30 (high) - Background and lightingEven white studio background with soft, diffuse lighting and a subtle shadow cast on the floor beneath and slightly in front of the model.
- Image qualityHigh resolution with clear detail and minimal noise; no visible motion blur.
Colors
black· shorts#0D0D0E- SilhouetteStraight, relaxed short silhouette ending above the knee with a flat front appearance and no visible front fly or drawstring on this face.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
3 total5
3 reviews · out of 5
Doux et confortable
★★★★★Marc-André D.
Très doux et confortable, coupe juste au corps mais extensible
Parfait!
★★★★★Johanne G.
Mon conjoint les adorent, ils sont confortables.
Confortable
★★★★★alexandre c.
Excellent produits
Q&A
1 answered- How does the sizing compare to typical athletic shorts? Are they true to size, or do they run slim or relaxed?
- These shorts are designed with a stretch jersey fabric and an adjustable drawcord waist, so they generally fit true to size with a relaxed, athletic cut. If you prefer a more tailored look, you can size down, but most wearers find their usual size comfortable.