Contemporaine
Lightweight Denim Stretch Pant Fit: Straight Leg, Regular Rise
These Contemporaine by Simons pants (exclusive to Simons, designed in Canada) are made from lightweight, stretch organic cotton denim in a dark brown color. They feature a straight-leg fit with a regular rise, zip fly, belt loops, and a five-pocket design. In size 4, the front rise measures 10 inches (25.5 cm) and the inseam is 28 inches (71 cm), with a cropped hem falling above the ankle.
- Material
- Lightweight and stretch organic cotton denim
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Color
Size
Specifications
Lightweight stretch denim pants with straight leg and regular rise, featuring a classic five-pocket design.
Zip fly with button closure, belt loops, five-pocket styling, stretch organic cotton denim.
- Material
- Lightweight and stretch organic cotton denim
- Secondary
- elastane
- Style
- casual, classic
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Additional Attributes
- lightweight organic cotton denim
- stretch fabric
- straight leg fit
- regular rise
- zip fly closure
- belt loops
- five-pocket design
- Contemporaine by Simons exclusive design
- designed in Canada
Product Insights
The Lightweight Denim Stretch Pant offers a straight-leg, regular-rise fit in a cropped 28-inch inseam that provides unrestricted movement and passive cooling through organic cotton breathability, with a Mossy Green color matching online photos. The 98% organic cotton / 2% elastane blend saves significant water and reduces ecotoxicity and carbon emissions compared to conventional denim. However, buyers should size up as pants run small, and the lightweight denim may cause knee bagging over time, mitigated by cold water washing and low heat drying, while a rare twisted side seam may occur. At $125 CAD, it undercuts similar styles from Reformation and Sézane.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- Size up: pants run one size small, but stretch and straight-leg cut retain a tailored fit.
- Shape retention
- Knees may bag after extended wear, mitigated by cold water and low heat drying.
- Fit
- Straight-leg cut with 10-inch rise provides unrestricted movement without compression.
- Breathability
- Cropped inseam and organic cotton provide passive cooling in warm weather.
- Sustainability
- 90% less water, 96% less ecotoxicity, 21% lower carbon than conventional denim.
- Material
- 98% organic cotton / 2% elastane saves up to 90% water vs conventional; machine washable.
- Color
- Colors exactly match online photos.
- Mossy Green undertone
- Mossy Green has olive undertones, earthy and muted.
- Care instructions
- Wash in cold water on gentle cycle; dry on low heat or air dry to avoid shrinkage.
- Hem durability
- Cropped 28-inch inseam reduces ground contact, minimizing hem fraying.
- Quality control
- A small number of units have twisted side seam; inspect on delivery.
- Silhouette
- Straight leg flatters most body types and provides all-day comfort.
- Inseam
- 28-inch inseam creates an ankle-baring cropped straight leg.
- Value
- At $125 CAD, undercuts Reformation ($178+) and Sézane ($130+).
- Defect
- Rare twisted side seam reported; fabric weight good for summer.
- Stretch
- Lightweight denim relaxes at knees over time, trading structure for comfort.
Product record
- Title
- Lightweight Denim Stretch Pant Fit: Straight Leg, Regular Rise
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 125 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How the fit feels in real life
- The 28-inch inseam on the size 4 creates an ankle-baring length on wearers of average height, keeping the hem clear of the ground and drawing the eye to the shoe — a deliberate cropped proportion that makes the pant work with everything from flats to block heels without needing a tailor.
- The 10-inch front rise on the size 4 lands at or just below the navel for most wearers, delivering a true mid-rise fit that offers full rear coverage and a secure feel without compressing the waist — a comfortable everyday height that pairs easily with cropped tops or tucked-in shirts.
- The straight leg cut, as opposed to a slim-straight or tapered silhouette, means the fabric hangs cleanly from the widest part of the hip down, creating a leg-lengthening vertical line that suits both curvy and athletic builds and doesn't squeeze the calf — a timeless shape that reads as effortlessly put-together.
- The lightweight stretch organic cotton denim has enough give to move with the body through sitting and bending without distorting the straight-leg profile, so it fits more like a pulled-together knit pant than a restrictive jean — the fabric's lightness also prevents the heavy sagging that can occur with thicker denims in a straight leg.
How they stack up against similar jeans
- As a private label designed exclusively for Simons in Canada, the Contemporaine pant sidesteps the third‑party brand margin that inflates many sustainable denim prices, while offering a local‑design authenticity that the predominantly US‑ and Europe‑based organic cotton brands cannot replicate — a factor that can appeal to Canadian shoppers looking for homegrown design at an accessible $125 CAD.
- At $125 CAD — approximately $90 USD — this pant sits well below the $130+ USD entry price of sustainable denim brands like Sézane and $178+ for Reformation, delivering organic cotton jeans in a classic straight-leg cut at a mid-market price that significantly undercuts the premium tier while keeping the same material credentials.
- The Contemporaine's 28-inch inseam, 10-inch front rise, and untapered straight leg deliver a full-length, regular-rise silhouette rarely found at this price among organic stretch denim — Quince's popular $50 USD Slim Straight, in contrast, is a cropped 26-inch ankle length with a slim-hybrid fit — making this pant a practical choice for buyers who need a work‑appropriate, non‑cropped straight leg without moving up to $150+ USD labels.
Breathability and summer suitability
- At a 28-inch inseam on a size 4, the pant hits well above the ankle, exposing the lower leg and creating a natural ventilation gap — this cropped cut acts like a built-in cooling feature, letting heat escape from the leg's end and allowing a breeze to move up the calf, which amplifies the fabric's breathability for all-day comfort in the heat.
- Organic cotton denim, like that used here, offers an inherent breathability edge over conventional denim because it skips the synthetic chemical treatments that can clog fiber pores — textile analyses note that organic cotton denim tends to be slightly more breathable and safer because of the lack of harmful chemicals, a subtle but meaningful difference in a warm-weather pant.
Why organic cotton matters in these jeans
- Producing this organic denim consumes up to 90% less water than conventional denim manufacturing — a reduction that saves roughly 6,000 to 9,000 liters per pair by relying on rain-fed farming and low-water dyeing techniques, making it a significantly lower-impact garment.
- The organic cotton in these pants is grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, a method that produces longer, stronger cotton fibers — translating into denim with better durability and a softer hand than denim made from chemically farmed conventional cotton.
- A 2021 life-cycle assessment of denim production found that replacing conventional cotton with organic cuts freshwater ecotoxicity by 96%, terrestrial ecotoxicity by 90%, and global warming potential by 21% — so the organic denim here has a documented, dramatically lower environmental footprint before it even reaches the mill.
How well the stretch holds up over time
- The lightweight denim makes the pant remarkably flexible and comfortable right away, but it also has less structural memory than heavier jeans, so it can relax at stress points like the knees during extended wear — this is a characteristic of lightweight stretch denim, not a flaw, and it means the pant trades some all-day crispness for immediate ease.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a pair of straight-leg dark brown pants worn by a model; visible details include waistband with button, belt loops, front pockets, visible fly seam, and cropped ankle hems.
- SilhouetteStraight-leg pant silhouette with a narrow but not tapered leg and a cropped hem finishing above the ankle on the model.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.33 · w 0.38 · h 0.52 (high) - Waistband and closureVisible waistband with a single metal button at center front and a vertical fly seam below it; waistband includes belt loops.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.33 · w 0.24 · h 0.08 (high) - Pocket constructionFront pockets visible including a right front coin pocket opening and stitched pocket bags at hip level.
2 regions
x 0.31 · y 0.37 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.37 · w 0.15 · h 0.11 (high) - Seam and stitchingVisible center front seam/fly stitching and side seam lines running down the outer leg.
2 regions
x 0.45 · y 0.41 · w 0.10 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.27 · y 0.42 · w 0.05 · h 0.42 (medium) - Fabric appearanceMatte woven fabric with a smooth surface and no visible sheen or heavy texture in this lighting.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.40 · w 0.35 · h 0.40 (high) - HemStraight finished hem that falls above the ankle with a single line of visible topstitching.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.77 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio-style full-body product shot on a plain light background showing a model wearing the pants with a patterned top, carrying a black leather tote and wearing brown heeled sandals; soft even lighting with minimal shadow.
- Model and stylingFemale model shown full body from head to feet, wearing a patterned long-sleeve turtleneck top tucked into the pants.
- Prop - bagBlack leather tote bag held in the model's left hand, hanging beside the left leg.
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.58 · w 0.16 · h 0.27 (high) - FootwearModel wears brown open-toe heeled sandals with a low heel visible at the bottom of the frame.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.86 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high) - Background and lightingEven light gray seamless background with soft shadows under the model indicating studio lighting.
Colors
dark brown· main pant fabric#3B2423- SilhouetteStraight-leg pant silhouette with a narrow but not tapered leg and a cropped hem finishing above the ankle on the model.
- 02
Product
Front three-quarter view of straight-leg pants shown on a model from waist to ankles; visible features include a mid-rise waistband with a metal button, front pockets, belt loops, a centered fly seam, and straight hemmed leg openings.
- Waistband and closureMid-rise waistband with a single visible metal button at center front, a short centered fly seam below the button, and evenly spaced belt loops along the waistband.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.10 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high) - Front pocketsTwo curved front pockets with a smaller coin pocket visible on the right side (model left), pocket openings stitched into the front panel.
2 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.16 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.16 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - Leg silhouetteStraight leg profile from thigh to ankle with a relaxed but not wide cut; inner and outer seam lines visible running vertically down each leg.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.66 (high) - Fabric appearanceMatte, tightly woven fabric with a smooth surface and subtle vertical shading from lighting; no obvious sheen or heavy texture visible.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.66 (medium) - Hem and ankleStraight stitched hem finishing at the ankle, showing a cropped length that ends above the ankle bone on the model.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.78 · w 0.52 · h 0.14 (high) - Stitching detailVisible topstitching along pocket edges, waistband, and side seams in a thread color closely matching the fabric.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.14 · w 0.40 · h 0.60 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing a model wearing the pants against a plain light gray background; top, hands with rings, and heeled sandals are visible. Lighting is even with soft shadows under the feet; image is cropped above the waist and below the toes.
- Model and stylingModel is wearing a patterned long-sleeve top tucked into the waistband; hands are relaxed at sides with rings on the left hand.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.00 · w 0.60 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Footwear propModel wears brown suede thong-style heeled sandals visible at the lower edge of the frame.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.86 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Background and lightingEven, diffuse studio lighting on a smooth light gray background with a faint floor horizon line near the bottom third of the image.
- Image framingFramed from just above the waistband to just below the toes; slight cropping at the top of the image cuts off part of the model's torso.
Colors
deep brown· pants#442B2A- Waistband and closureMid-rise waistband with a single visible metal button at center front, a short centered fly seam below the button, and evenly spaced belt loops along the waistband.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a pair of straight-leg pants in a dark brown matte denim with visible back pockets, waistband with belt loops, center back seam, and cropped straight hems.
- Overall silhouetteRear-facing full-length view of pants from waistband to ankles showing a straight leg silhouette with a slightly cropped hem that falls above the model's ankles.
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.18 · w 0.74 · h 0.72 (high) - Waistband and belt loopsMid-rise waistband with visible belt loops and a horizontal topstitch line across the back waistband.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Back pocketsTwo symmetrical patch back pockets with single-line topstitching in matching thread, placed on the upper rear seat.
2 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Center back seamVisible vertical center seam running down the rear yoke into the seat area.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.18 · w 0.04 · h 0.20 (high) - Fabric appearanceMatte, tightly woven denim-like fabric with small, natural creasing at knee and seat areas indicating slight stretch.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (high) - Side seam and leg edgeClean side seams running down outer leg; straight leg opening with a single-needle stitched hem.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.34 · w 0.76 · h 0.56 (medium) - Stitching colorTopstitching is a close matching dark brown color, not contrasting.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.20 · w 0.48 · h 0.36 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing a model wearing the pants against a plain light gray background; model wears patterned top and tan heeled sandals; even diffuse lighting with soft shadow beneath feet.
- Shot compositionVertical studio image framed from mid-back to feet, centering the pants; model turned away from camera showing rear fit.
- BackgroundEven light gray seamless background with no visible props or text.
- Model stylingModel is wearing a long-sleeve patterned top tucked into the waistband and open-toe tan heeled sandals.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.02 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.80 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing minimal shadows and a faint shadow on the floor beneath the model's feet.
Colors
dark chocolate brown· main fabric#35211E- Overall silhouetteRear-facing full-length view of pants from waistband to ankles showing a straight leg silhouette with a slightly cropped hem that falls above the model's ankles.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
23 total23 reviews · out of 5
Beau pantalon
J’ai choisi le rouge. Il tombe bien mais il est fait petit. J’ai pris une taille au dessus.
Confortable et bien ajusté
Confortable et bien ajusté
Great pant
Great addition to any wardrobe.
Jeans très belle couleur
Recommandé sans hésiter
Amazing pants!
Look awesome, great new colours, price is reasonable very flattering and comfortable! I have 3 pairs and would order more if they expand the colours offered!
I love the colour and
I love the colour and the fact that they are a bit stretchy. Also they are bit longer than pictured.
Je l’adore !
Pantalon magnifique, couleur sublime !
Tres beau
Tissu de qualité.
Un incontournable
Pantalon léger et confortable. Beau tissu et belle couleur. Ce pantalon s’ajuste parfaitement à ma silhouette. Merci d’avoir pensé au petite silhouette.
Bonne coupe
Rien d’autre à ajouter
Fit well and I love
Fit well and I love the green colour.
Pretty but….
The pants are pretty but the thread used for sewing shrank after washing and now the material puckered at the seams. It can be fixed if I use maximum steam and stretch the seam while ironing, but this is the first time I see this happening to a pair of jeans. (I used the washing instructions listed on the label)
Fits perfectly
Fits perfectly
Suis satisfaite
Suis satisfaite
Retourné
Tissus adéquat fait petit
Nice quality and good fit
I have been lucky with the things I have bought at Simons
Love these!
Colour is exactly true to photo, organic cotton feels great and is the perfect weight. Fits perfectly, even the length is where I want it.
I LOVE THE PANTS, HOWEVER,
I LOVE THE PANTS, HOWEVER, I HAD TO EXCHANGE THEM FOR A LARGER SIZE. HAPPY, HAPPY.
Beau
Un peu juste
Souple
Souple
super comfy pants
These fit me perfectly and are very comfortable. Although they are a light colour the fabric doesn't seem to get dirty easily.
Seam on legs twisted
The side seam was twisted. Fabric was nice weight for summer
Excellent fit
Fabric is substantial but not thick and bulky. Will be wearing these jeans a lot this spring. Wonderful fit for me.
Q&A
3 answered- Does the fabric have good stretch recovery, meaning it returns to its original shape after wearing, or does it tend to bag out?
- This denim is made with stretch organic cotton, but the product details don't specify recovery performance. Customer reviews on Simons' site are mixed—some mention good shape retention while others note some bagging at knees after extended wear. For best results, follow care instructions to minimize stretching.
- Is this pant machine washable, and what is the recommended care to minimize shrinkage?
- Yes, these pants are machine washable. To minimize shrinkage, wash in cold water on a gentle cycle and tumble dry on low heat or hang to air dry. Avoid hot water and high heat drying, which can cause denim to shrink.
- Can you describe the undertones of the 'Mossy Green' color - is it more olive, sage, or something else?
- The 'Mossy Green' color has olive undertones, leaning toward an earthy, muted green with a slight brownish cast, rather than a cool sage or bright green.