Does the elastic waistband provide enough stretch to accommodate a waist size one inch larger than the labeled size?

Yes, the elastic waistband at the back combined with the adjustable drawstring should comfortably accommodate a waist one inch larger than the labeled size. The elastic section provides about 1–2 inches of stretch, and the drawstring allows further fine-tuning.

Is the 'Patterned Ecru' color opaque enough that pockets won't show through, or is it slightly sheer?

Yes, the twill weave is opaque — customers have confirmed that the Patterned Ecru is not sheer and pocket lines do not show through.

Icône

Drawcord-Waist Checked Twill Pant

CA$79.00CAD

In Stock

Drawcord-Waist Checked Twill Pant is a women's high-rise, wide-leg pant in a beige-based plaid with blue and dark overchecks. Constructed from slightly stretch twill made with recycled polyester, it features an adjustable drawstring and elastic waistband, zip fly, belt loops, and slant pockets. For size small, front rise measures 13 inches and length 30.5 inches; a matching shirt is sold separately.

Material: Slightly stretch supple twill made with polyester from recycled plastic bottles
Gender: female
Style: casual, smart-casual, wide-leg, high-rise
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants

Color

Patterned EcruChocolate/Espresso

Size

X-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE

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Specifications

High-rise wide-leg twill pants with adjustable drawstring waist and recycled polyester fabric.

Slightly stretch twill, elastic waistband, adjustable drawstring, zip fly, belt loops, slant pockets.

Material: Slightly stretch supple twill made with polyester from recycled plastic bottles
Style: casual, smart-casual, wide-leg, high-rise
Occasion: everyday, casual, weekend
Gender: female
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants

Additional Attributes

Slightly stretch supple twill fabric
Made with recycled polyester from plastic bottles
Elastic waistband at back
Adjustable drawstring waist
Zip fly closure
Belt loops
Slant pockets
High rise fit
Wide leg silhouette
Front rise: 13 inches
Length: 30.5 inches

Product Insights

Icône’s Drawcord-Waist Checked Twill Pant combines an elastic back, drawstring, belt loops, and zip fly for both casual and tailored looks, with a 13-inch rise and 30.5-inch ankle-crop outseam that enables a half-tuck to define the waist and visually lengthen legs. The dense, wrinkle-resistant 64% recycled polyester twill matches virgin fabric in durability, stretch, and drape, while reducing energy and CO2 emissions per post-consumer bottle content. The intentional ankle crop keeps hems clear of the ground and avoids fraying with flats, though the length may not suit all heights.

Verified claims

Waist system: Elastic back, drawstring, belt loops, and zip fly allow casual and tailored looks.
Waist stretch: Elastic back stretches 1–2 inches to fit a waist one inch larger.
Environmental impact: Recycled polyester from post-consumer bottles uses 45–85% less energy and produces 30–60% less CO₂ than virgin.
Performance parity: Recycled polyester twill matches virgin in durability, wrinkle/stain resistance, stretch, and drape.
Mechanical give: Twill weave provides mechanical stretch; elastic waistband gives 1–2 inches.
Shape retention: The 64% recycled-polyester twill is opaque, wrinkle-resistant, and maintains structured drape.
Outseam: 30.5-inch outseam falls at the ankle to avoid bunching and create a leg-lengthening line.
Rise: 13-inch front rise sits at the natural waist, enabling a half-tuck that defines the waist and balances the wide leg.
Waist adjustment: Rear elastic, drawstring, and belt loops let you cinch the waist without affecting the flat front.
Stain & wrinkle resistance: Polyester twill resists creasing and repels liquid spills.
Fabric quality: Dense twill resists abrasion and bagging, stays opaque, and holds a crisp shape.
Waistband: Waist expands via elastic, drawstring, or belt loops without straining fabric.
Top pairing: Wear with a block-color top in ecru, black, or chocolate, or the matching checked shirt.
Silhouette: The 13-inch rise and 30.5-inch outseam enable a half-tuck that defines the waist and lengthens legs.
Coordinated set: Matching shirt (style 13410-229758) sold separately for a head-to-toe checked set in two colorways.
Eco materials: 64% recycled polyester from post-consumer bottles reduces energy and CO2 emissions.
Ankle crop: 30.5-inch ankle crop visually lengthens leg with flats.
Waist proportion: 13-inch high rise and drawcord define waist, making crop intentional.
Fabric drape: Structured twill holds crisp line at cropped hem.
Hem clearance: Ankle-crop hem stays clear of ground, avoiding fraying with flats.
Half-tuck: 13 front rise and structured drape make half-tuck define waist and balance volume.
Elastic concealment: Rear elastic is concealed, preserving a tailored front appearance.
Opacity: Patterned Ecru twill is fully opaque — no show-through.

Product record

Title: Drawcord-Waist Checked Twill Pant
Brand: Icône
Price: 79 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

How to style the check twill wide leg

Because the check pattern already carries strong visual texture, styling resources for plaid and check pants consistently recommend a solid-coloured top — in ecru, black, or deep chocolate — to keep the outfit from reading as busy; a slim-fit knit or tank in one of those tones creates the cleanest counterpoint to the wide leg.
A matching checked shirt is sold separately, transforming the pant into a head-to-toe co-ord set that amplifies the pattern and eliminates the need to find a complementary top — one of the fastest ways to look intentionally styled, especially when accessories are kept minimal and solid-coloured.
At 30.5 inches (77 cm) from waist to hem, the pant is cut to fall at the ankle on average build — a deliberately cropped silhouette that style authorities cite as a leg-lengthening move when worn with flats, loafers, or sneakers, and one that eliminates the need for hemming altogether.
A 13-inch front rise (size small) places the waistband exactly at the natural waist, so the half-tuck or full tuck of a slim top is the single most reliable way to define the waist and balance the volume of the leg — a technique that multiple style editors call the key move for wide-leg pants.

What recycled polyester twill feels like and how it ages

The twill weave's construction allows yarns to shift slightly under tension rather than locking rigidly, which contributes to the fabric's 'slightly stretch' description—providing everyday ease of movement without relying on elastane and without bagging out.
Polyester twill has a smooth, substantial feel with enough body to give the wide legs a clean, architectural fall—more structured than jersey cotton but softer than canvas—so the silhouette stays intentional without clinging.
The molecular structure of recycled polyester is identical to virgin PET once processing completes, so the fabric retains the same high durability, color retention, quick-drying behavior, and wrinkle resistance that define polyester twill as a low-maintenance daily driver.
Approximately 98% of recycled polyester is made from post-consumer PET plastic bottles, so these pants divert single-use packaging from landfill and replace virgin petroleum feedstocks with a waste-stream source.
The diagonal twill weave reduces surface friction points, giving the fabric inherently better abrasion resistance than plain weaves—meaning the wide-leg silhouette holds up well in high-friction zones like inner thighs and seat seams.
Manufacturing recycled polyester consumes 45–85% less energy and emits 30–60% fewer CO₂ emissions than virgin polyester, offering a measurable environmental advantage without downgrading the fabric's day-to-day performance.
Compared to plain-weave or natural-fiber fabrics, polyester twill strongly resists wrinkles and stains, so these pants maintain a clean, structured appearance through long days and require less frequent washing.

The drawcord plus belt loops hybrid waist

The waistband layers three adjustment points — a stretch panel at the back for flexibility, a drawstring for instant cinching, and belt loops for a traditional belt — so you can wear the pants looser without a belt for casual days and then add a leather belt to anchor a tucked blouse for a smart-casual office look, all while maintaining the clean front zip fly.

Image Analysis

3 images

01: Product
Wide-leg checked pants in a beige-based plaid fabric with a visible fabric drawcord at the waist; pant leg hems reach near the model's ankles and show a relaxed, straight silhouette.
SilhouetteRelaxed wide-leg pant with a straight fall from hip to hem visible while seated; full-length leg reaches near the ankle when seated.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.42 · w 0.66 · h 0.52 (high)
Fabric patternAll-over large checked plaid pattern composed of a light beige background with intersecting medium-blue and darker lines forming rectangular checks.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.36 · w 0.55 · h 0.50 (high)
Waist detailVisible fabric drawcord tie at the waist made from the same checked fabric, tied at the front center.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.42 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high)
Hem and cuffStraight unfinished-looking hem (no visible cuff) that hangs loosely around the ankle area with slight drape folds.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.78 · w 0.50 · h 0.18 (high)
Matching garment visibleA matching checked top or jacket in the same fabric is visible on the model and overlaps the pants at the waist and torso.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.15 · w 0.44 · h 0.34 (high)
Other
Lifestyle photo of a seated model inside a vintage-style car interior; warm soft lighting with shallow depth of field and visible accessories.
Scene and poseModel seated in the driver seat of a car with one leg bent and the other extended toward the door opening; left hand rests on the steering wheel and right hand on the knee.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.08 · w 0.84 · h 0.84 (medium)
Car interiorCream-colored leather car seat and visible mint-green painted car door sill and interior trim.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high)
AccessoriesModel wears large round dark sunglasses, a gold pendant necklace, gold bracelets, and a ring visible on the right hand.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.06 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.46 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high)
Visible footwearA portion of a black slip-on shoe is visible on the model's right foot peeking from under the pant leg.
1 region
x 0.74 · y 0.78 · w 0.16 · h 0.16 (high)
Lighting and focusSoft, warm directional lighting with shallow depth of field; background outside the car is blurred.
Colors
light beige· pants fabric background#D3BBA4medium blue· plaid stripe (blue)dark brown· plaid stripe (dark)
02: Product
Model wearing a matching two-piece checked outfit: wide-leg drawcord-waist pants and a loose long-sleeve collared top, both in a beige plaid twill. Visible metal drawcord detail at waist and side seam pockets on pants are partially visible.
Pant silhouetteWide-leg, straight silhouette pant with a relaxed fit falling to the model's ankles; full front and inner leg seams visible in fabric drape.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.42 · w 0.64 · h 0.46 (high)
Waist detailElasticized or gathered drawcord waist with a visible tied drawcord hanging at center front.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.38 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high)
Fabric patternAll-over checked plaid pattern on a light beige background with intersecting medium blue and darker thin lines.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.12 · w 0.68 · h 0.76 (high)
Top styleLoose long-sleeve collared button-front shirt with dropped shoulders and a slightly cropped hem that overlaps the pants waistband.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.12 · w 0.68 · h 0.34 (high)
Sleeve treatmentLong sleeves pushed or rolled to just below the elbow on the model's left arm, creating visible fabric folds.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.24 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high)
PocketSide seam pocket opening visible on the right hip area where the model's right hand rests.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.42 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (medium)
Visible seams and drapeVertical seam lines and natural soft drape of midweight twill fabric visible, with gentle folds at knee and ankle.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.50 · w 0.64 · h 0.36 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model against a plain light background; model holds a black leather tote and wears black loafers. Even studio lighting from front-right casts a soft shadow to the left-rear.
Prop - tote bagSoft black leather tote bag with rolled top handles, held in the model's left hand and resting against the left hip.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.44 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (high)
FootwearBlack low-heel loafers with a moc-toe or gathered leather detail across the vamp, visible on both feet.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.86 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high)
Background and lightingNeutral off-white seamless backdrop with soft shadow falling behind the model to the left, indicating directional studio lighting from the right-front.
Shot compositionFull-body studio portrait showing the model from head to toe, centered in frame and slightly angled with weight on one leg.
Colors
light beige· fabric basemedium blue· plaid medium stripedark charcoal· plaid thin line#2B2522black· tote bag#1B120Dblack· shoes#130D0B
03: Product
Rear view of a model wearing high-waisted, full-length wide-leg pants in a beige checked twill fabric; matching long-sleeve checked top is visible and the model holds a black tote.
View and poseModel shown from the rear, standing upright with weight on left leg; back of pants and matching shirt are fully visible.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high)
Pant silhouetteHigh-waisted, wide-leg trousers that fall straight from the hip to the hem with a full-length inseam reaching the shoes.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.34 · w 0.64 · h 0.58 (high)
Waistband detailWaistband area shows slight horizontal gathering at the back center consistent with an elasticized or cinched band (uncertain whether drawcord present).Uncertain
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.30 · w 0.46 · h 0.10 (medium)
Fabric patternAll-over large checked plaid pattern with a light beige background intersected by medium-thin blue and darker thin lines forming squares.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.10 · w 0.68 · h 0.80 (high)
Seams and constructionVisible center-back seam lines on the pants and a horizontal back yoke seam on the shirt; cuffs of the shirt sleeves have buttoned plackets.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.14 · w 0.56 · h 0.44 (high)
Visible accessoriesModel holds a soft black tote bag by the right side and wears black shiny loafers; these accessories are separate from the checked garment.
2 regions
x 0.66 · y 0.58 · w 0.20 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.88 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio shot with neutral light background, single model, even front lighting producing a soft shadow to the model's left; simple staged presentation.
Background and lightingSmooth, light neutral backdrop with even studio lighting; soft shadow cast on the background to the left of the model.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Props and stagingSingle model is used as the prop; a black leather-like tote and black loafers appear as styling accessories and are not part of the checked garment.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.56 · w 0.22 · h 0.34 (high)
Image framingFull-body rear framing showing the model from head to shoes with minimal negative space on left and right.
Colors
light beige· checked fabric background#B4A593medium blue· check lines - bluedark slate· check lines - dark#2A2522

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Q&A

2 answered

Does the elastic waistband provide enough stretch to accommodate a waist size one inch larger than the labeled size?: Yes, the elastic waistband at the back combined with the adjustable drawstring should comfortably accommodate a waist one inch larger than the labeled size. The elastic section provides about 1–2 inches of stretch, and the drawstring allows further fine-tuning.
Is the 'Patterned Ecru' color opaque enough that pockets won't show through, or is it slightly sheer?: Yes, the twill weave is opaque — customers have confirmed that the Patterned Ecru is not sheer and pocket lines do not show through.

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/women-clothing/pants/wide-leg/drawcord-waist-checked-twill-pant--13410-229824?colourId=0
Updated: August 8, 2026