
Contemporaine
Stretch Dress Barrel Pant Fit: Barrel Leg, High Rise
This is a women's high-rise, barrel-leg dress pant from the Contemporaine by Simons exclusive line, designed in Canada. It is made from a stretch woven fabric that partially contains recycled polyester, and features a removable adjustable belt, two sewn front pleats, slit side-seam pockets, and trompe-l'oeil back pockets. For size 4, the front rise is 14 inches (35.5 cm) and the inseam is 29 inches (74 cm); a matching blazer is sold separately.
- Material
- Partially made with polyester from recycled plastic bottles
- Gender
- female
- Style
- smart-casual, tailored, high-rise, relaxed-fit, wide-leg
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Color
Size
Specifications
Finely woven stretch fabric barrel-leg pants with high waist and pleats, featuring adjustable belt and versatile pockets.
Stretch fabric, recycled polyester, barrel-leg fit, high rise with pleats, adjustable belt, zip fly with hidden hook, belt loops, slit side pockets, piped back pockets.
- Material
- Partially made with polyester from recycled plastic bottles
- Style
- smart-casual, tailored, high-rise, relaxed-fit, wide-leg
- Occasion
- work, business-casual, formal
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Additional Attributes
- Finely woven soft stretch fabric
- Partially made with polyester from recycled plastic bottles
- Rounded barrel-leg fit
- High waist with two sewn pleats
- Adjustable matching belt (removable)
- Zip fly and hidden hook closure
- Belt loops
- Slit side-seam pockets
- Trompe-l'oeil sewn piped pockets behind
- Matching blazer sold separately
- Exclusive design in Canada by Contemporaine by Simons
- Front rise: 14 inches, Inseam: 29 inches (size 4)
Product Insights
Stretch Dress Barrel Pant offers a high-rise, barrel-leg fit with two sewn pleats and an adjustable belt providing extra room through hips and seat, tailored for taller curvy frames with a 29-inch inseam that surpasses the standard 27-inch. Its finely woven recycled polyester fabric resists pilling, wrinkles, and bagging, maintaining a smooth, no-iron appearance and a flowy drape, while the stretch belt stays comfortable without digging. The primary tradeoff is that the black colorway is more prone to visible fading than Slate Grey.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Two sewn pleats, high rise, and adjustable belt provide extra room through hips and seat.
- Inseam
- 29-inch inseam (size 4) is longer than competitors' 27-inch, benefiting taller curvy frames.
- Care
- Pants hold shape without bagging at knees or seat all day.
- Pilling resistance
- Finely woven fabric resists pilling, keeping a smooth look.
- Wear durability
- The fabric resists wrinkles, pilling, and bagging to keep black uniform.
- Color fading
- The black colorway is more susceptible to visible fading than Slate Grey.
- Recycled content
- 67% recycled polyester from post-consumer bottles retains the soft, fine-woven hand of non-recycled fabrics.
- Wrinkle resistance
- Requires no ironing after hang-dry and resists bagging all day.
- Belt comfort
- The stretch fabric belt moves with the waistband and remains comfortable without digging in.
- Fabric hand and drape
- Recycled-polyester fabric is soft and smooth with a flowy drape.
- Matching belt
- Removable belt made from same fabric coordinates seamlessly; no visible attachment loops when removed.
Product record
- Title
- Stretch Dress Barrel Pant Fit: Barrel Leg, High Rise
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 150 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Keeping it looking new over time
- Dark polyester fabrics can dull with repeated washing, especially if exposed to high temperature or harsh detergents — sticking to cold water and a mild liquid detergent keeps the black looking saturated and even through dozens of wears.
- The stretch recovery that keeps the knees and seat from bagging is maintained by keeping heat away — elastane fibers break down under high temperatures, so the cold-water wash and hang-dry routine is the primary lever for preserving the pant's shape integrity over months of use.
- The polyester-elastane blend naturally resists creasing, which means the pants emerge from a hang-dry cycle ready to wear — if touch-ups are needed, a low synthetic setting with a pressing cloth shields the black surface from the shiny heat damage that synthetics can develop.
- The 'finely woven' face (as stated by the brand) creates a smoother surface that is inherently less prone to the micro-fuzzing and pilling that afflicts brushed or loosely knitted synthetics; since the pant sees friction from desk chairs and cross-body bags, that closed weave helps the black finish stay clean-looking longer.
Recycled materials and what they mean
- The fabric's explicit recycled claim, visible on the product page, distinguishes it from a conventional polyester pant — the phrase confirms that the stretch fiber is not fully virgin, reducing the garment's raw-material footprint while preserving the soft, fine-woven hand necessary for a dressy barrel-leg silhouette.
How it compares to similar barrel pants
- With a 29-inch inseam on a size 4, these pants run longer than Quince's 27-inch and Athleta's regular 27-inch barrel pant lengths, providing enough length for a traditional trouser break — a real advantage for taller women or those who want to wear heels without the pants riding up, though shorter frames may require hemming.
- The fabric's recycled polyester content, sourced from post-consumer plastic bottles, adds an eco-conscious dimension that aligns with sustainability priorities without sacrificing the smooth drape of a dress pant — a shared attribute with Athleta's Skyline but a contrast to Quince's organic cotton twill, which relies on agricultural fibers.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of high-rise barrel-leg dress pants worn by a model; visible features include a flat front waistband, inset side pockets, long straight barrel legs with a plain hem, and a smooth matte fabric surface.
- SilhouetteHigh-rise waist with a straight barrel-leg silhouette that falls from the hip to a full-length hem.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.34 · w 0.56 · h 0.56 (high) - WaistbandFlat, fitted waistband sitting above the natural waistline with no visible belt loops or exposed fastener.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.30 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (high) - PocketsInset side pocket on the model's right side indicated by the model's hand placed inside; left pocket area is smooth and not visibly open.
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.44 · w 0.16 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.44 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (medium) - Front constructionSmooth front panels with a faint pressed center crease visible on each leg running toward the hem.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.46 · w 0.44 · h 0.40 (medium) - Fabric finishMatte, smooth woven fabric with little sheen and minimal surface texture visible in studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.34 · w 0.56 · h 0.56 (high) - HemStraight, plain hem finishing just above the shoes with a clean edge and no visible cuff.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.80 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio fashion shot showing the model wearing the pants against a seamless white background; three-quarter frontal pose with one hand in pocket and even soft lighting creating subtle shadows.
- Model and poseFemale model shown full length in a three-quarter frontal pose with left hand resting in the right pocket and right arm relaxed by the side.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.02 · w 0.80 · h 0.98 (high) - BackgroundEven seamless white studio background and floor with soft shadowing beneath the model.
- Styling itemsModel wears a sleeveless dark green high-neck blouse and pointed black slip-on shoes with a decorative buckle; these are styling elements and not part of the pants product.
2 regions
x 0.32 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.86 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Lighting and image qualitySoft, diffuse studio lighting producing even exposure and minimal specular highlights; image is sharp and well focused.
Colors
deep black· pants main#0E0D0D- SilhouetteHigh-rise waist with a straight barrel-leg silhouette that falls from the hip to a full-length hem.
- 02

Product
Close-up of the front high-waist area of black barrel-leg pants showing a covered fabric belt with rectangular buckle, concealed front fly, front crease/pleat, and partial slanted side pockets with model hands at the hip.
- Waistband and beltWide fabric waistband with a matching covered rectangular belt and visible belt loops; belt has a rectangular covered buckle centered at the front.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high) - Belt hardwareSmall metallic belt tongue or buckle pin visible as a tiny silver rectangular detail on the center of the buckle.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.16 · w 0.04 · h 0.03 (high) - Concealed front closureCenter front fly area appears smooth and mostly concealed with a vertical seam line indicating the fly.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.22 · w 0.20 · h 0.40 (high) - Front crease/pleatSingle pressed crease running down the front of the right pant leg (viewer left) creating a tailored appearance.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.26 · w 0.26 · h 0.56 (high) - Side pocket and handPartial slanted side pocket visible at each hip with the model's hands resting near or inside the pockets; left hand mostly out of frame at lower left.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.42 · w 0.20 · h 0.48 (medium); x 0.78 · y 0.24 · w 0.20 · h 0.60 (medium) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte woven fabric with a tailored drape and minimal surface texture.
- Tucked top visiblePortion of a tucked green top is visible above the waistband, overlapping the belt slightly.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.04 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio product shot cropped to the model midsection on a light neutral background with even soft lighting; image is vertically oriented and tightly framed.
- BackgroundUniform light neutral background with no visible props or packaging.
- Model arms and handsModel's arms are visible at both sides of the frame with hands positioned near the hip pockets; skin tone and arm contours are visible.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.88 (high); x 0.82 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.88 (high) - Lighting and shadowsEven studio lighting with soft shadows that define fabric folds and creases without strong specular highlights.
- Framing and cropImage is cropped to show the torso and upper legs only; waistband centered near the top third of the frame.
Colors
deep black· pants fabric#0E0D12metallic silver· belt metal hardware- Waistband and beltWide fabric waistband with a matching covered rectangular belt and visible belt loops; belt has a rectangular covered buckle centered at the front.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a pair of high-rise, barrel-leg black pants on a model, showing waistband, back welt pockets, and full-length wide legs with a straight hem.
- View and fitRear view of pants fitted at the waist with a wide, relaxed barrel-leg falling straight from the hips to the hem.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.06 · w 0.68 · h 0.88 (high) - Waistband and belt loopsHigh-rise waistband with visible belt loop stitching at the center back and along the waistline.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high) - Back pocketsTwo horizontal welt back pockets without visible closures or buttons; pocket welts are narrow and lie flat.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.14 · w 0.56 · h 0.10 (high) - Leg silhouetteWide, slightly tapered barrel leg with a straight finished hem that rests near the top of the shoes.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.35 · h 0.70 (high); x 0.53 · y 0.18 · w 0.35 · h 0.70 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte woven fabric with minimal visible texture and soft drape; no printed pattern visible.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (medium) - Center back seamNo prominent center-back seam visible on the trousers; rear shows a continuous panel across the seat.
Other
Studio rear-shot of a model wearing the pants against a plain light background with even lighting; model's hands and shoes are visible at the image edges.
- Shot compositionFull-length rear shot cropped to show from mid-back to feet; model is centered vertically and horizontally.
- Background and lightingPlain light neutral background with even diffuse studio lighting and minimal shadows; subtle shadow under hem toward the floor.
- Model hands and footwearModel's hands rest at sides and low-heeled open-back shoes are visible; these appear as styling props and are partially cropped.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.62 · w 0.12 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.80 · y 0.72 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (high) - Image qualitySharp, high-resolution studio image with clear detail and no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
deep black· pants main fabric#0E0D0D- View and fitRear view of pants fitted at the waist with a wide, relaxed barrel-leg falling straight from the hips to the hem.
Documents & Data
Q&A
4 answered- Can these pants be machine washed, or do they require dry cleaning?
- These pants are machine washable. We recommend washing them in cold water and hanging them to dry to maintain shape and fabric integrity [1].
- How does the barrel-leg fit accommodate different body shapes, especially for those with wider hips or a fuller seat?
- The barrel-leg fit features a high rise with two sewn pleats and an adjustable belt, which provides extra room through the hips and seat. This design accommodates wider hips and a fuller seat comfortably while maintaining the tapered barrel silhouette. The stretch fabric also adds ease of movement.
- Does the fabric have good stretch recovery, or does it tend to bag out at the knees and seat after a few wears?
- The stretch fabric in these pants has good recovery, and reviewers note that it holds its shape well throughout the day without bagging at the knees or seat [1]. The blend of recycled polyester and elastane provides both stretch and resilience.
- Is the adjustable belt made of the same stretch fabric, or is it a different material like faux leather or coated fabric?
- The adjustable belt is made from the same stretch woven fabric as the pants, providing a coordinated, comfortable fit [1]. It is removable and matches exactly.