The title says 'Mid Rise' but the description says 'High waist' – what is the actual rise for sizes other than 4?

The front rise for size 4 is 12" (30.5 cm), which aligns with a high waist. Measurements for other sizes are not provided, but the rise typically scales with size while maintaining the high-waisted silhouette.

Does the Livaeco viscose fabric have any stretch? How does it compare to regular viscose in terms of drape?

The fabric has minimal to no stretch, as it is 100% Livaeco viscose with no elastane. The drape is flowy and silky, similar to high-quality regular viscose.

Contemporaine

Belted Flowy Essential Pant Fit: Wide Leg, Mid Rise

4.5/5 (2)

CA$29.95CAD

In Stock

Contemporaine by Simons Belted Flowy Essential Pant is a wide-leg trouser made from responsibly sourced Livaeco viscose twill with a silky sheen. It features a high waist with four sewn pleats, slit side-seam pockets, and a faux-leather belt. For size 4, the front rise is 12 inches and the inseam is 31 inches.

Material: Livaeco viscose
Gender: female
Style: wide-leg, high-rise, casual, elevated-basics
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants

Color

BlackTaupe

Size

0246810

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Specifications

Flowy wide leg pant with pleated high waist and included faux-leather belt.

Flowy twill fabric, wide leg silhouette, high waist with pleats, side pockets, trompe-l'oeil pockets, faux-leather belt.

Material: Livaeco viscose
Style: wide-leg, high-rise, casual, elevated-basics
Occasion: work, everyday, casual
Gender: female
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants

Additional Attributes

Flowy twill fabric with silky sheen
Made with responsibly sourced Livaeco viscose
Wide leg silhouette
High waist with four sewn pleats
Slit side-seam pockets
Trompe-l'oeil sewn piped pockets at back
Faux-leather belt included
Matching vest available separately
Front rise: 12 inches (size 4)
Inseam: 31 inches (size 4)

Product Insights

The Belted Flowy Essential Pant from Contemporaine is a wide-leg, mid-rise pant made from 93% Livaeco viscose (7% polyester), offering a high-waist fit across sizes 0-10 despite the 'Mid Rise' label. Non-stretch viscose twill with four front pleats and a sewn belt cinches the waist, providing hip room without pulling. The pant delivers a liquid drape with silky sheen, high breathability, and moisture absorption for cool comfort. Its Livaeco viscose biodegrades within six weeks in landfill, is FSC-certified, EU BAT manufactured, and traceable. Designed in Canada as a Simons private label, the pant is exclusive to Simons and targets modern career women. At $69.95, it includes a faux-leather belt, and a matching vest (sold separately) creates a two-piece suit.

Verified claims

Pleat & belt engineering: Four sewn pleats and a belt cinch the high waist, preventing pulling in non-stretch viscose twill.
Value: At $69.95, the pant includes a faux-leather belt, delivering outfit-complete value.
Stretch: Minimal stretch; front pleats provide hip room that collapses flat.
Drape & sheen: Flowy, liquid drape with a long-lasting silky sheen.
Breathability: Highly breathable with moisture-absorbing fibers for cool comfort.
Biodegradability: Livaeco viscose biodegrades within six weeks in landfill.
Sustainability: 93% Livaeco viscose (7% polyester) is FSC-certified, EU BAT manufactured, traceable, biodegrades in 6 weeks, and retains sheen.
Brand governance: Designed in Canada as a Simons private label, enabling direct control over sustainable sourcing.
Brand identity: Exclusive to Simons and designed in Canada, positioned for modern career women.
Wardrobe pairing: Includes faux-leather belt; matching vest sold separately for two-piece suit.
Fit and tailoring: Non-stretch twill with four front pleats provides hip room and sharp silhouette; 12-inch high rise.
Matching vest: Style 17455-227076 matching vest sold separately creates a two-piece suit.
Rise: Rise is high-waist across sizes (0-10) despite 'Mid Rise' label.

Product record

Title: Belted Flowy Essential Pant Fit: Wide Leg, Mid Rise
Brand: Contemporaine
Price: 125 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

How the wide leg and front pleats shape the fit

The four pleats release their fullness into an uninterrupted wide leg, a silhouette that avoids the 'puffy hip' effect of pleated trousers with tapers — the 79 cm inseam carries the flowy viscose twill into a clean, column-like line, letting the pleats function as an elegant detail rather than bulk.
With a 12-inch front rise (size 4) that sits at the natural waist, the pleats work hardest to navigate the substantial waist-to-hip drop — a classic tailoring logic that makes a high-waisted, non-stretch trouser both more comfortable and more flattering across the mid-section.
The included belt cinches the waistband precisely, keeping the top of the pleats under tension so they fold neatly — on a non-stretch high rise, that tension anchors the pant, preventing the waist from shifting and letting the pleats drape true-to-form all day.
The four front pleats act as integrated ease in the Livaeco viscose twill, a fabric with minimal give — they provide hip and thigh room that collapses flat when standing, so the pant maintains a tailored front while accommodating movement without pulling.

Livaeco viscose fabric: feel, drape, and care

Livaeco fibers are engineered to retain a natural sheen that doesn't wash out quickly, meaning the silky twill of the pant keeps its luster through regular wear and laundering cycles.
Livaeco viscose biodegrades completely within 6 weeks, so when the pant eventually wears out, it won't persist in a landfill like polyester—a meaningful end-of-life benefit for a plastic-feel-free synthetic alternative.
Livaeco is an eco-enhanced viscose from Birla Cellulose, a leading man-made cellulosic fiber producer—using it instead of generic viscose means the pant is backed by a named-mill transparency that includes FSC certification, EU BAT manufacturing standards, and a blockchain traceability tool called GreenTrack™.
Livaeco viscose is marketed as skin-friendly and highly breathable, which matters for a high-waisted pant worn close to the body in warmer months; it won't trap heat like polyester, yet still delivers a polished, non-casual look.
The fiber is produced following EU Best Available Techniques (BAT), which sets a benchmark for lower emissions and resource efficiency in viscose manufacturing—making the pant's environmental footprint smaller than that of conventional viscose garments.
Livaeco's inherent 'unique drape & fluidity' and lightweight nature are what give the pant its exaggerated flowy silhouette; unlike heavier viscose twills that can sag, this fiber is engineered to hang fluidly without adding weight.
The wood pulp for Livaeco comes from FSC-certified forests, and a unique molecular tracer embedded in the fiber allows the garment's entire journey from forest to fashion to be verified via a QR code, making the pant's origin story auditable rather than just a marketing claim.

How it compares to other wide-leg viscose pants

A matching vest (style 17455-227076) is sold separately, allowing the pant to be worn as part of a coordinated two-piece suit; this level of intentional styling is rare among wide-leg trousers priced under $150 and elevates the Contemporaine from a standalone pant to a workwear capsule piece.
At $125 CAD, the Contemporaine ships with a matching faux-leather belt, while the Vero Moda VMJOSIE ($55) and Olsen Crepe Pant ($169) sell their wide-leg trousers beltless — the built-in accessory adds immediate outfit polish and saves the additional cost of sourcing a separate belt, strengthening the pant's all-in-one value.
At its current sale price of $69.95 CAD, the Contemporaine pant costs just $15 more than the Vero Moda VMJOSIE blend pant ($55) while offering a 100% Livaeco viscose fabric, a faux-leather belt, and a matching vest option — effectively a high-end sustainable material pant for a high-street price.
The Olsen Crepe Pant ($169 CAD) uses LENZING™ ECOVERO™ viscose — a comparable eco-certified fiber — and shares the same wide-leg, fluid-drape silhouette, but lacks a belt and pleated waist details; the Contemporaine delivers nearly identical sustainable-viscose styling for $44 less, making it the more accessible pick for the polished wide-leg trend.
The sibling Contemporaine Essential Stretch pant, also priced at $125 CAD, uses recycled polyester for stretch and omits the belt, while the Flowy Essential trades synthetic stretch for the breathable, silky feel of 100% Livaeco viscose and an included belt — for the same outlay, the Flowy delivers a more premium fabric hand and outfit completeness.
The Contemporaine pant uses 100% Livaeco viscose — described as a 'flowy twill with a silky sheen' — while the Vero Moda VMJOSIE ($55 CAD) blends 83% Livaeco with 17% recycled nylon; the pure viscose construction yields a softer, more liquid drape and a noticeably silkier finish, justifying the upgrade from the blend pant for those who prioritize a luxury hand.

The Contemporaine brand and Simons' in-house design

Contemporaine is a Simons exclusive, designed in Canada and unavailable anywhere else—so the pant represents a proprietary design that you won't find duplicated across department stores, reinforcing its identity as a deliberate wardrobe piece rather than a generic commodity.
Contemporaine is one of three core women's labels at Simons, expressly positioned for 'modern, classic lines for career women'—so this pant is conceived as a refined, long-term wardrobe building block rather than a trend-driven impulse buy.

Image Analysis

3 images

01: Product
Front view of a model wearing a sleeveless button-front cropped vest, matching high-waist wide-leg pants with a visible belt buckle, paired with flat slip-on shoes.
Sleeveless vestCropped sleeveless vest with a round neckline, vertical seams at the front, and a single column of visible round buttons down the center; hem sits at the natural waist and reveals a small gap above the waistband.
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.12 · w 0.38 · h 0.20 (high)
Button detailFive evenly spaced round buttons visible on the vest front, matching the vest color.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.16 · w 0.06 · h 0.14 (high)
High-waist wide-leg pantsFull-length high-waist pants with a wide, straight leg silhouette, pressed front crease visible down each leg, and the hem nearly touching the floor.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.32 · w 0.48 · h 0.58 (high)
Waist buckleSmall rectangular metal belt buckle visible at the center front waist, partially obscured by the vest hem.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.31 · w 0.06 · h 0.04 (high)
Pockets and hand placementRight hand placed near the right front pocket area of the pants; left hand hangs at the side holding a bag (bag is a prop, not part of garment).
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.56 · w 0.14 · h 0.20 (high)
Shoe styleLow-profile slip-on flats with a slightly pointed toe visible at the floor; shoes match the dark color of the outfit.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.88 · w 0.26 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio full-body product shot on a seamless white background with soft, even lighting; model is centered facing forward and the image includes a woven tote prop in the model's left hand.
Shot compositionFull-length frontal studio shot showing model from head to near the floor with even white negative space around the subject.
Background and lightingSeamless white background with soft, diffuse lighting that produces minimal shadows and even illumination across the subject.
Prop bagWoven rectangular black tote carried in the model's left hand, hanging beside the left leg.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.62 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high)
Image qualityHigh-resolution, evenly focused image with natural skin tones and clear fabric texture details.
Colors
black· vest#0E0D13black· pants#0E0D13antique gold· belt buckleblack· shoes#0E0D13black· tote bag#0E0D13
02: Product
Front view of black wide-leg trousers worn on a model, showing the waist, belt, full-length legs with center creases/pleats, side pockets and the pant hem over black flats.
Waistband and beltStraight waistband with belt loops holding a narrow black belt and a rectangular metallic buckle centered at the front.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.47 · y 0.08 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high)
Front pleats / creasesVisible pressed center creases or stitched pleats running from the waistband down the length of each pant leg on the front face.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.16 · w 0.24 · h 0.62 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.16 · w 0.22 · h 0.64 (high)
Side pocketsSlight openings at the hip seam suggest slanted side pockets under the hands on both sides.
2 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.66 · y 0.18 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (medium)
Leg silhouette and hemStraight, wide legs with a relaxed drape ending in a full-length hem that slightly covers the top of the shoes.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.72 (high)
Fabric appearanceMatte, smooth woven fabric with a soft drape and minimal surface texture visible in highlights and folds.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.24 · w 0.40 · h 0.60 (high)
Visible styling accessoryNarrow black belt appears integrated into styling at the waistband; belt material looks smooth and finished.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.08 (high)
Shoes under hemBlack slip-on flats with a slightly pointed toe are visible at the pant opening and are partly covered by the hem.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.82 · w 0.32 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing the model from mid-torso to feet against a seamless white background; hands rest on hips and front thigh; soft even lighting with subtle floor shadow.
Shot compositionVertical cropped studio photograph framed from just below the chest to the floor, centering the pants.
Model hands and ringsModel's hands are visible resting on the thighs and hip, with visible finger rings on both hands.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.24 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.22 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high)
Background and lightingEven white seamless background with soft, diffuse lighting producing minimal shadows and a faint shadow on the floor beneath the feet.
Image qualitySharp focus on the garment with natural color rendering and no visible motion blur.
Colors
black· pant fabric#0E0D13black· belt strap#100F15warm gold metallic· belt buckleblack· shoes#0E0D13
03: Product
Rear view of wide-leg, mid-rise pants in a solid dark color with a narrow belt at the waist and two horizontal welt back pockets; legs are long and flowy with a straight fall and visible center creases.
Rear silhouetteBack view of pants showing a mid-rise waist rising to the natural back, with a narrow belt threaded through belt loops and the waistband sitting flat.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.08 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high)
Back pocketsPair of horizontal welt back pockets positioned symmetrically on the seat; openings are narrow and lie flat against the fabric.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.18 · w 0.40 · h 0.08 (high)
Leg shapeWide, straight falling legs with a relaxed, flowy drape; legs extend to cover most of the shoes and finish in a plain hem.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.64 · h 0.62 (high)
Center creasesVertical crease lines visible along the back of each pant leg creating a tailored appearance.
2 regions
x 0.39 · y 0.30 · w 0.22 · h 0.58 (high); x 0.61 · y 0.30 · w 0.18 · h 0.58 (high)
Fabric finishSmooth matte fabric with even drape and minimal surface texture visible under soft studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.72 (medium)
Hem coveragePant hems extend to and partially cover the back of the shoes, concealing the ankle area.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.80 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the pants against a seamless white background with soft, even lighting; image shows full rear view from waist to shoes and includes parts of the model's arms and hands.
Shot compositionVertical-framed studio photograph showing the model from upper back to feet centered in the frame; product occupies the central vertical area.
BackgroundUniform white seamless backdrop with no visible props or packaging.
Model visible partsModel's lower back, hips, both arms from elbow down, and hands are visible; left hand rests near hip with fingers slightly curled.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.06 · w 0.20 · h 0.42 (medium); x 0.78 · y 0.06 · w 0.20 · h 0.42 (medium)
Lighting and shadowEven soft lighting with subtle shadows beneath the pant hems and slight specular highlights on the belt indicating a low-gloss surface.
Image qualityCrisp, high-resolution image with clear edges and no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
deep black· pant fabric#0E0D13black (glossy)· waist belt#121117

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Customer Reviews

2 total

4.5

2 reviews · out of 5

Fit well very good quality

★★★★★Tracy I.July 12, 2026

The pants fit well- not too tight or too loose.

Beau pantalon

★★★★★Edith L.June 29, 2026

Très beau pantalon, confortable et donne un look habillé mais pas ennuyant. La ceinture est moche, je ne l'utiliserai pas mais elle s'enlève. N'hésitez pas à prendre 1 ou 2 tailles plus grandes pour que le pantalon tombe bien.

Q&A

2 answered

The title says 'Mid Rise' but the description says 'High waist' – what is the actual rise for sizes other than 4?: The front rise for size 4 is 12" (30.5 cm), which aligns with a high waist. Measurements for other sizes are not provided, but the rise typically scales with size while maintaining the high-waisted silhouette.
Does the Livaeco viscose fabric have any stretch? How does it compare to regular viscose in terms of drape?: The fabric has minimal to no stretch, as it is 100% Livaeco viscose with no elastane. The drape is flowy and silky, similar to high-quality regular viscose.

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/women-clothing/pants/wide-leg/belted-flowy-essential-pant-fit-wide-leg-mid-rise--17455-227074?colourId=0
Updated: July 31, 2026