Contemporaine
Solid Navy Jean Fit: Barrel Leg, High Rise
CA$150.00CAD
In Stock
These Contemporaine by Simons high-rise barrel-leg jeans are designed in Canada from stretch organic cotton-blend denim. They feature a solid dark navy wash, caramel contrast seams, a zip fly, belt loops, and a five-pocket layout for everyday casual wear. In size 27, they measure an 11-inch front rise and a 28.5-inch inseam, with an EIM score of 7 indicating low-impact processing.
- Color
- Dark Blue Wash
- Material
- Stretch Organic Cotton-Blend Denim
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, vintage, high-rise
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Color
Navy/Midnight Blue
Size
2526272829303132
Specifications
Stretch organic cotton-blend barrel leg jeans with high rise and low environmental impact.
Stretch organic cotton-blend, EIM low impact score 7, barrel leg, high rise, zip fly, 5-pocket design, caramel seams.
- Color
- Dark Blue Wash · blue
- Material
- Stretch Organic Cotton-Blend Denim
- Secondary
- elastane
- Style
- casual, vintage, high-rise
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Additional Attributes
- stretch organic cotton-blend denim
- EIM score 7 (low impact)
- barrel leg silhouette
- high rise
- solid dark blue wash
- zip fly closure
- belt loops
- 5-pocket design
- caramel contrast seams
- designed in Canada
Product Insights
Solid Navy Jean by Contemporaine (barrel leg, high rise, $150 CAD) combines a trend-resilient silhouette (confirmed into 2026) with caramel stitching that mirrors a luxury denim signifier (Chloé), flattering pear, straight, athletic, curvy, and petite body types through an hourglass effect and leg lengthening. The 60% organic cotton and EIM 7 low-impact wash (over 85% lower impact than conventional, lowest in brand's line) achieve a dark navy look without extra bleaching, improve color retention, and preserve fabric strength, making this the brand's most eco-friendly barrel leg. Its navy and caramel tones coordinate naturally with fall accessories like leather boots, and the contrast stitching outlines the curved shape for intentional volume. The main tradeoff is the required care (cold wash, gentle cycle, hang dry, no bleach) to maintain sustainability and appearance, but the $150 price delivers value with features typical of pricier sustainable denim.
Verified claims
- Fit across body types
- Barrel leg flatters pear, straight, athletic, curvy, and petite body types with hourglass effect and leg lengthening.
- Trend resilience
- Barrel-leg silhouette is a confirmed denim trend carrying into 2026.
- Luxury appeal
- Caramel stitching mirrors a luxury denim signifier used by Chloé.
- Color coordination
- Navy and caramel tones coordinate naturally with fall accessories like leather boots.
- Silhouette emphasis
- Caramel stitching outlines the barrel leg's curved shape, making the volume intentional.
- Durability
- EIM 7 low-impact wash preserves fabric strength and color.
- Value
- $150 CAD includes organic cotton and low-impact wash, features of pricier sustainable denim.
- EIM score
- EIM score of 7: over 85% lower impact than conventional washes, lowest in Contemporaine's line.
- Appearance
- Sustainable wash achieves identical dark navy look without extra bleaching.
- Sustainability
- EIM 7 and 60% organic cotton make this the brand's most eco-friendly barrel leg.
- Fit and design
- Contrast stitching and 11-inch rise create a flattering barrel silhouette.
- Care instructions
- Wash inside-out in cold water on gentle cycle, hang to dry, and avoid bleach or harsh detergents.
- Color retention
- The 60% organic cotton, 39% cotton, 1% elastane blend with low-impact wash (EIM 7) improves color retention.
Product record
- Title
- Solid Navy Jean Fit: Barrel Leg, High Rise
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 150 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Barrel leg high-rise fit across body types
- The jean's combination of a defined 11-inch high waist, generous hip and thigh room, and tapered ankle recreates the hourglass effect that stylist Manny Jay identifies as the barrel silhouette's core flattering mechanism — a geometric interplay that creates shape and streamlines the look without clinging.
- The barrel leg's inward taper at the ankle, combined with the 28.5-inch inseam (size 27), visually lengthens the leg and balances wider hips — for pear-shaped figures it delivers proportion and elongates the line, while for petites the cropped length avoids pooling and maintains the taper's lengthening effect.
- The barrel cut's sculpted fullness through the hip and thigh adds shape and softness where straighter body types want it, lending the illusion of natural curves while the high rise and solid dark wash keep the overall look sleek rather than sloppy.
- The deep navy wash visually compresses the barrel leg's volume, acting as a slimming counterpoint that makes the statement silhouette read more polished and everyday-friendly — darker washes inherently create a longer, leaner line than lighter or distressed finishes, a critical advantage when the leg itself is fashion-forward.
- The 11-inch front rise sits at the natural waist, which is essential for defining the silhouette and preventing the voluminous barrel leg from overwhelming the frame — for apple and curvy shapes, this rise placement anchors proportions correctly, creating a smooth hourglass definition without a waistband gap.
Caramel seam detailing and outfit pairing
- Contrast topstitching became a luxury denim calling card when Chloé used it on $850 cropped skinny jeans in 2018, with editors noting that 'having pops of contrasted stitching is a little detail that makes everything from jackets to flairs look especially luxe' — the caramel seams on these navy jeans deliver that same upscale, runway-informed signifier at a high-street price.
- Style guides consistently champion dark denim and warm caramel tones as a sophisticated, autumnal pairing that is 'timeless yet modern, polished yet approachable' — the caramel seams act as a built-in colour cue, making the jeans effortless to coordinate with leather boots, a suede belt, or a structured handbag in tobacco, cognac, or toffee for a cohesive look.
- Barrel-leg jeans rely on the curved, tapered profile for their fashion-forward volume; the contrasting caramel stitching traces that contour and, as a principle, 'curved seam detailing highlights the rounded leg shape' — making the exaggerated cut read as intentional and well-defined rather than just roomy.
EIM score 7: low-impact denim processing
- A score of 7 on the EIM 0–100 scale places this jean 60–77% below the sustainable dark wash scores documented in academic studies—17 and 30—and over 85% below conventional dark wash scores of 48–57, meaning its finishing process cut environmental harm to a fraction of even eco-certified alternatives.
- Dark washes in sustainable finishing studies saved 6 litres of water per garment compared to conventional, and with an EIM score of 7—well below the sustainable dark wash scores of 17–30—this jean likely required even less water, putting its wash process in the range of the most water-efficient denim manufacturing globally.
- Studies confirm that sustainable denim washing produces an identical garment appearance to conventional methods; the solid navy color on this jean was therefore achieved without extra bleaching or fading steps, so the deep dye is a mark of both style and process efficiency.
- Research shows that switching to sustainable dark washes can reduce the chemical impact sub-score by up to 21 points and lower the worker-impact sub-score from 163.5 to 96; with a total EIM score of 7, this jean’s sub-scores are almost certainly even lower, suggesting the use of safer chemicals and automated processes that minimize worker exposure.
- The brand’s own Pale Indigo Stretch Jean—a sibling barrel-leg style with a lighter, whiskered wash—carries an EIM score of 18, while this Solid Navy Jean scores 7; the solid wash eliminates the most resource-heavy finishing steps, making it the clear choice for a buyer who wants the brand’s most environmentally responsible denim.
- EIM was developed by Jeanologia, a textile finishing technology firm, and is now a global standard adopted by over 100 brands and 500 suppliers in 50+ countries; a score of 7 is backed by a transparent, data-driven methodology that audits actual production inputs, making it a reliable indicator of true low-impact manufacturing rather than a marketing badge.
Organic cotton stretch denim feel and durability
- At just 7 on the EIM scale (where 0–33 qualifies as low impact), the wash process behind this solid navy denim uses far less water, energy, and chemicals than conventional denim finishing, so the deep color was achieved without the heavy stone‑washing or bleaching that often weakens cloth.
- Organic cotton denim tends to feel softer and more breathable next to the skin than denim from conventionally grown cotton, because the fibers undergo less chemical degradation during processing, which matters for a high‑rise jean worn for long days.
- The organic cotton in the blend was cultivated with up to 91% less water than conventional cotton farming requires, and without synthetic pesticides, meaning the jeans carry a significantly lower water footprint from seed to bale.
How it compares to other barrel leg jeans
- As Simons’ private label designed in Canada, Contemporaine skips the wholesale markups that inflate independent labels, so the $150 CAD price can include organic cotton and an EIM-verified low-impact wash — elements typically reserved for pricier sustainable denim.
- The barrel-leg silhouette is confirmed by fashion editors as a denim trend carrying into 2026, so spending $150 CAD on a pair with organic cotton and a low-impact wash avoids the fast-fashion cycle of sub-$50 trend pieces, reinforcing the value of its longer life.
- The EIM score of 7 is the lowest published by Contemporaine — the pale indigo barrel leg scores 18 and the medium-indigo straight leg scores 13 — meaning this solid navy wash carries the lightest environmental wash footprint in the brand’s jean line at the same $150 price.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Dark navy denim pants with a high waist, wide barrel-leg silhouette; visible belt and hem; cropped above the ankles on a standing model.
- SilhouetteHigh-rise waist with a wide, barrel-leg profile that falls straight from the hip to a cropped ankle-length hem.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.42 · w 0.40 · h 0.50 (high) - Fabric and finishDark indigo/navy denim with a matte finish and visible denim texture under lighting.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.55 · w 0.30 · h 0.33 (high) - Waist and fastening areaWaistband with belt loops and a black belt threaded through, featuring a round metallic gold-tone buckle resting at the center front of the waist.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.40 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Hem detailStraight folded hem finishing slightly above the ankles, showing a clean single-fold finish.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.82 · w 0.25 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.44 · y 0.82 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high) - Visible seamVertical seam line visible on the front of the right leg running downward from upper thigh.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.54 · w 0.08 · h 0.30 (medium)
Other
Lifestyle shot showing a standing model wearing the jeans with additional garments and accessories, urban sidewalk background, even daylight lighting, and slight shadowing on the ground.
- Model stylingModel is styled with a tied shirt around the waist, a striped long-sleeve top, black low-heeled slingback shoes, sunglasses, and a shoulder bag; these items overlap or sit adjacent to the jeans.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.20 · w 0.80 · h 0.60 (high) - Shot compositionThree-quarter frontal lifestyle shot cropped to show the model from head to feet, with the model leaning against a structure at right.
- BackgroundUrban exterior with a sidewalk, a low wall with glass railing on the left, and a textured vertical concrete surface on the right.
- Lighting and shadowDiffuse daylight with soft shadows visible on the ground and slight specular highlights on sunglasses and buckle.
Colors
dark navy· denim body#1C1C2A- SilhouetteHigh-rise waist with a wide, barrel-leg profile that falls straight from the hip to a cropped ankle-length hem.
- 02
Product
Front view of a pair of dark navy denim jeans on a model from waist to ankles; barrel-leg silhouette with visible five-pocket styling, contrast topstitching, and a single metal button at the waistband.
- Overall silhouetteHigh-rise waist with a straight-to-barrel leg that tapers slightly toward a cropped ankle; pants fall to just above the model's ankles.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.78 (high) - Waistband and closureVisible waistband with belt loops and a centered metal button closure above a fly; button appears round and darker metallic/brown in tone.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.08 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high) - Pocket stylingClassic five-pocket styling visible: two front curved pockets and a coin pocket on the right front; pocket openings outlined by topstitching.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.16 · w 0.32 · h 0.16 (high) - Knee detailSubtle horizontal stitch detail across each knee area forming a short seam line, slightly lighter in color than the denim.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.48 · w 0.44 · h 0.06 (high) - Hem finishSimple single-fold hem with visible contrast topstitching at the ankle openings.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.78 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high) - Fabric appearanceDenim fabric with a uniform dark indigo/ navy wash and subtle vertical denim texture visible across the legs.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.64 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing the model cropped at mid-torso and ankles against a plain light background; model wears a striped long-sleeve top and brown leather moccasin-style shoes; soft diffuse lighting with minimal shadowing.
- Shot compositionVertical crop framing waist-to-feet of a model, centered in frame with equal negative space on both sides.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model stylingModel's left hand rests at the side and right hand is in the front pocket; visible top is a green and white horizontal striped long-sleeve.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.00 · w 0.84 · h 0.26 (high) - Footwear and floorModel wears brown leather moccasin-style shoes on a pale, evenly lit floor that matches the studio background.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.86 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse studio lighting with faint soft shadows beneath the shoes; no strong directional highlights.
Colors
dark navy indigo· denim body#1D2134golden brown stitching· topstitchingantique brass· waist button#2A2B33- Overall silhouetteHigh-rise waist with a straight-to-barrel leg that tapers slightly toward a cropped ankle; pants fall to just above the model's ankles.
- 03
Product
Rear view of high-rise barrel-leg dark indigo denim jeans showing back pockets, waistband with a small leather patch, wide cropped legs and visible contrast topstitching.
- Rear pocket constructionTwo symmetrical patch back pockets with angled lower corners and visible contrast topstitching following the pocket perimeter.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.10 · w 0.52 · h 0.18 (high) - Waistband and labelMid-to-high rise waistband with belt loops and a small rectangular leather label sewn to the right rear of the waistband.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.03 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (high) - Leg silhouetteWide barrel-leg silhouette that is straight from the hip and becomes slightly tapered toward a cropped ankle-length hem.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.68 (high) - Denim finishEven dark indigo denim with subtle vertical weave texture visible across the legs and slight tonal variation in areas of natural fold.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.16 · w 0.70 · h 0.66 (high) - Contrast topstitchingVisible contrast topstitching in a warm golden-orange tone along pockets, waistband, side seams and hems.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.08 · w 0.60 · h 0.70 (medium) - Hem finishSingle-fold stitched hem finishing at the cropped ankle with visible topstitching in the same contrast thread.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.78 · w 0.68 · h 0.14 (high) - Label text illegibleSmall debossed or printed text on the leather waistband patch not readable at this resolution.Uncertain
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.03 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Studio rear-shot of a model wearing the jeans against a plain light background; visible striped top and brown shoes provide context; soft even lighting with minimal shadow.
- Shot compositionCentered rear view of a model cropped just above the waist to include the full leg length to the ankles, with ample top and side negative space.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model stylingModel is wearing a green and white horizontally striped long-sleeve top tucked into the waistband and brown leather lace-up boat shoes.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.00 · w 0.84 · h 0.32 (high); x 0.34 · y 0.86 · w 0.32 · h 0.14 (high) - Background and lightingUniform neutral off-white studio background with soft even lighting and faint floor seam visible near the bottom of the frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
dark indigo· denim leg and seat#1D2134golden orange· topstitchingmedium cognac brown· waist leather patch- Rear pocket constructionTwo symmetrical patch back pockets with angled lower corners and visible contrast topstitching following the pocket perimeter.
Documents & Data
Q&A
2 answered- How should I care for the dark navy wash to prevent fading and maintain the color?
- To prevent fading and maintain the dark navy color, we recommend washing the jeans inside out in cold water on a gentle cycle, and hanging them to dry away from direct sunlight. Avoid bleach or harsh detergents.
- Does the barrel leg fit run true to size compared to other high-rise jeans from Contemporaine?
- There is no specific information comparing the fit of this barrel leg high-rise jean to other Contemporaine high-rise styles. Fit can vary by cut—this style has a barrel leg with a high rise, so we suggest checking the size chart and reading customer feedback for fit guidance.