Icône
Pleated-Waist Thick Crepe Wide-Leg Pant
4.3/5 (8)
CA$79.00CAD
In Stock
These wide-leg pants from Icône by Simons are crafted from a thick crepe fabric made with recycled polyester, offering a structured drape. The mid-rise design includes four sewn pleats at the waist, slant pockets, and trompe-l'oeil piped back pockets, with a wide-leg profile. For size small, the rise is 11.5 inches and the inseam is 29 inches.
Color
BlackLight Brown
Size
X-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
- Material
- 72% polyester made from recycled plastic bottles, 22% viscose, 6% spandex
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The Pleated-Waist Thick Crepe Wide-Leg Pant delivers a tailored, structured look with four sewn pleats that double hip/thigh volume and expand when seated, trading a stretch waistband for a dressier silhouette that still flexes via spandex. Its mid rise and 29-inch inseam create an ankle crop that flatters shorter torsos and eliminates hemming for petites, while the heavy crepe blend of recycled polyester, viscose, and spandex provides wrinkle resistance, controlled fluidity, and breathability. At $79 CAD, it undercuts competitors like Petal and Pup, offering an exclusive sustainable construction with trompe-l'oeil pockets and eco benefits from recycled materials.
Verified claims
- Pleat engineering
- Four sewn pleats create nearly double the hip/thigh volume and expand when seated for comfort.
- Waistband tradeoff
- Fully sewn pleat waistband trades stretch for tailored look; spandex adds flex.
- Rise positioning
- Mid rise (11.5-inch) positions pleated waist below belly, flattering shorter torsos.
- Rise and inseam
- Mid rise and 29 inseam create an ankle crop that eliminates hemming for petites and suits shorter torsos.
- Waist and pleats
- Structured waist has no stretch, but the four pleats expand when seated to prevent pulling.
- Formality
- Structured wide leg with four pleats reads as more formal than elastic-waist high-rise competitors.
- Value
- At $79 CAD (~$55 USD), it costs less than Petal and Pup's $79 USD Clark pant.
- Ankle-grazing length
- 29-inch ankle-grazing crop avoids pooling with flats or heels.
- Fit
- Petite shoppers can wear as full-length without hemming, saving $10–20.
- Inseam comparison
- 29-inch inseam is 1.5–2 inches shorter than A New Day and Petal and Pup.
- Structured waist
- Non-stretch waist trades fit flexibility for a structured dressier look.
- Comfort features
- Pleats expand for lap comfort and spandex provides hip stretch.
- Pocket detailing
- The trompe-l'oeil sewn piped back pockets mimic the look of functional welt pockets.
- Pleat structure
- Heavy crepe prevents the four sewn pleats from collapsing, maintaining a sculpted wide leg.
- Eco performance
- Recycled polyester matches virgin performance for wrinkle resistance and shape retention.
- Drape and shape
- Heavy crepe drapes with shape-holding weight and moves with controlled fluidity.
- Fabric performance
- Matte pebbled texture resists wrinkles and recovers quickly after packing.
- Seated comfort
- 6% spandex gives crosswise stretch so the pleated waistband feels comfortable when seated.
- Fabric fluidity
- Viscose and spandex give thick crepe controlled fluidity without cling or sag.
- Breathability
- More breathable than 100% recycled polyester pants due to 6% spandex.
- Wrinkle resistance
- Crepe weave and recycled polyester let wrinkles release with a shake.
- Care
- Machine washing cold and hang drying help maintain wrinkle resistance.
- Eco profile
- Recycled polyester cuts water 90%, energy 59%, CO2 30–60%, and diverts plastic bottles.
- Performance parity
- Recycled polyester matches virgin polyester in durability, color retention, and wrinkle resistance.
- Material
- 72% rPET/22% viscose/6% spandex breathes and stretches better than 100% rPET alternatives.
- Construction
- Icône by Simons exclusive: stitched pleats and trompe-l'oeil pockets outclass elastic-waist rivals.
- Exclusive design
- Exclusive Simons house brand with recycled-polyester construction for sustainable style.
- Tailoring
- Four sewn pleats and trompe-l'oeil back pockets create a structured trouser look rare at this price.
- Opacity
- Lighter colors like Light Brown may show slight opacity under bright light.
Product record
- Title
- Pleated-Waist Thick Crepe Wide-Leg Pant
- Brand
- Icône
- Price
- 79 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How the four sewn pleats shape the fit
- Most dress trousers stop at one or two pleats; this pant's four sewn pleats put it at the upper end of the standard two-to-four range, which means the hip and thigh fabric expands to nearly twice the volume of a single-pleat pair — a deliberate engineering choice for a dramatically relaxed, on-trend wide-leg silhouette rather than subtle ease.
- The 6% spandex content woven into the recycled crepe grants the stitched-down pleats enough give to open without stressing the seams, so the pant moves with the body like a stretch garment yet keeps the front plane flat and unwrinkled — a hybrid that softens the rigid waistband's no-elastic compromise.
- When seated, the four sewn folds open like an accordion — the classic menswear tailoring 'safety valve' — keeping the heavy crepe from straining across the lap and preserving the clean front crease once standing again, which gives this pant sitting comfort that flat-front or elastic-waist styles can't replicate without deforming.
How the sizing runs across sizes and body types
- The fabric blend — 72% recycled polyester, 22% viscose, 6% spandex — introduces a mechanical stretch that gives through the hip and thigh despite the fixed pleated waist, meaning the pant may accommodate a slightly wider range of lower-body shapes without the waist itself giving way.
How it stacks up against similar wide-leg crepe pants
- With an 11.5-inch mid rise, it sits below the belly button, unlike the high-rise cuts of Petal and Pup's Clark pant and A New Day's pull-on, creating a more relaxed, modern line that avoids high-rise discomfort for those with shorter torsos.
- The size-small inseam measures 29 inches, about 1.5 inches shorter than A New Day's 30.5-inch and 2 inches shorter than Petal and Pup's 31-inch inseam, giving these pants an ankle-grazing crop that flatters flats and heels without pooling, and saves petite shoppers the cost of hemming.
- The sewn piped trompe-l'oeil back pockets mimic a formal welt-pocket detail that is absent from most value-priced wide-leg pants, such as Petal and Pup's Clark, whose back pockets are explicitly labelled 'non functional' and lack any tailoring-inspired finish.
- Priced at $79 CAD (roughly $55 USD), it undercuts the $79 USD regular price of Petal and Pup's Clark pant while delivering a more sophisticated material blend and tailored details, positioning it as a higher-value choice in the sub-$80 wide-leg market.
- As an Icône by Simons exclusive designed in Canada, this pant carries a boutique-house-brand identity that differentiates it from widely distributed mass-market labels like A New Day (Target house brand) or Petal and Pup, appealing to shoppers looking for less ubiquitous style.
- The fully-stitched four pleats create a non-stretch, trouser waistband, in contrast to the elasticized waist on Petal and Pup's Clark and the drawstring-elastic combo on A New Day's pull-on, raising the dressiness but forgoing the comfort and fit flexibility of stretch-based closures.
- The fabric combines 72% recycled polyester with 22% viscose and 6% spandex, adding breathability and light stretch that a 100%-recycled polyester pant like A New Day's pull-on cannot offer, making this a more temperate-weather-friendly option within the eco-conscious category.
How the thick crepe fabric feels and moves
- The crepe weave’s trademark pebbled surface breaks up light reflection, giving the pant a soft matte look that avoids the artificial sheen of cheaper synthetic fabrics — this texture also helps obscure light wrinkling through a busy surface, so the pant maintains a polished appearance across a wear.
- Crepe fabrics inherently fight creases because the textured weave prevents sharp fold lines from setting in, and the high polyester content reinforces this with thermoplastic recovery — the pant can be taken from suitcase to dinner with only a quick shake, far more forgiving than viscose or linen trousers.
- The pant’s thick crepe construction lands in the heavier end of the crepe spectrum, providing enough weight that the wide-leg silhouette holds its shape off the body, while the viscose/spandex blend ensures the fabric doesn't stiffen — it skims and flutters with a controlled fluidity rather than sticking to the legs or sagging.
- Because the thick crepe has the heft to support the sewn-in pleats, the front legs maintain a sculpted volume rather than flattening into a plain wide leg — this creates a trouser that reads as more structured and tailored than a typical pull-on pant, even without a zip fly.
- The recycled polyester anchors the weight and durability, while the 22% viscose adds a softly drapable hand and a subtle natural sheen that takes color more richly than pure poly — plus the 6% spandex provides just enough crosswise give to make the non-stretch waistband feel comfortable when seated, so the tailored front doesn't restrict.
What the recycled polyester means for the environment
- The mechanical recycling process for polyester can cut water consumption by up to 90% compared to making new polyester, an advantage that reduces the pant's water footprint in a textile industry known for high water usage.
- Recycled polyester production requires 59% less energy than virgin polyester, so the fabric in these pants begins with a drastically lower energy footprint — a reduction that contributes meaningfully to its environmental credentials without changing the supple crepe drape.
- The polyester used in these pants is derived from post-consumer plastic bottles — with roughly five bottles providing enough fiber for a shirt — so each garment diverts potential landfill or ocean waste into a wearable, long-life product.
- Every ton of recycled polyester saves about three barrels of crude oil, meaning these pants — whose polyester began as plastic bottles — help reduce demand for virgin petroleum extraction.
- Life cycle assessments indicate rPET generates 30–60% fewer CO₂ emissions than virgin polyester, so the greenhouse gas impact of these pants is substantially reduced relative to conventional polyester garments.
- Recycled and virgin polyester share the same core polymer structure, so the fabric retains identical durability, wrinkle resistance, quick-drying, and shape retention — there's no trade-off in how these pants hold up or feel.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of black wide-leg trousers occupying the lower-center of the image, showing a high waist with front drape and full-length straight wide legs that fall over the shoes.
- SilhouetteFull-length wide-leg trousers with a straight, loose cut from hip to hem producing a wide silhouette that extends over the shoes.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.45 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (high) - Waist and front drapeHigh waist area visible with soft front pleating or drape at the waistband where fabric folds slightly beneath a tied sweater, creating a gentle fullness at the top of the trousers.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.36 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (medium) - Hip openings / pocketsVertical hip openings or pocket slits are visible on both sides near the upper thigh, creating narrow dark vertical lines against the waist and hip area.
2 regions
x 0.32 · y 0.44 · w 0.08 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.60 · y 0.44 · w 0.08 · h 0.18 (medium) - Hem and lengthHems fall to the floor and overlap the tops of flat black shoes, indicating a full-length cut that reaches the wearer's feet.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.82 · w 0.56 · h 0.16 (high) - Surface finishFabric appears matte with a smooth, even surface and no visible sheen or pronounced texture in studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.45 · w 0.60 · h 0.45 (high)
Other
Studio full-body front shot of a model wearing the product with additional styling props; plain white background and even lighting produce a soft shadow to the model's right.
- Model pose and framingFrontal full-body view of a standing model centered in the frame, head near the top edge and feet near the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.03 · w 0.84 · h 0.94 (high) - Props - bagSuede-like tote bag in a muted taupe color is held in the model's right hand and rests near the right leg, partially cropped by the image bottom.
1 region
x 0.74 · y 0.58 · w 0.16 · h 0.28 (high) - Styling - tied sweaterStriped knit sweater tied around the model's waist, with long front ends hanging over the trousers and partially covering the waistband area.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.42 · w 0.32 · h 0.26 (high) - AccessoriesModel wears dark oversized sunglasses and small hoop earrings; rings visible on left hand used as styling elements.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.24 · y 0.60 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (medium) - Background and lightingPlain white studio background with even frontal lighting and a subtle shadow cast to the model's right on the background plane.
Colors
deep black· trousers#120E0D- SilhouetteFull-length wide-leg trousers with a straight, loose cut from hip to hem producing a wide silhouette that extends over the shoes.
- 02
Product
Front midsection close-up of black wide-leg pants showing the waistband with a single visible button, front pleat detail, belt loops, a vertical fly seam, and side pockets; right pocket is occupied by a hand so pocket opening and inset are visible.
- Waistband and closureStraight waistband with a single round four-hole button centered on the front; a short vertical fly seam is visible below the button and there are narrow belt loops at the waistband.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.11 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high) - Front pleatA single pressed pleat runs down from the waistband on the right-front leg (viewer left), producing a soft fold in the fabric.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.28 (high) - Side pocketsInset side pockets with angled openings at each hip; the right-side pocket (viewer right) is open and contains a hand, revealing the pocket mouth and slight fabric pull.
2 regions
x 0.68 · y 0.18 · w 0.22 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.36 · w 0.22 · h 0.28 (medium) - Fabric texture and drapeMatte, tightly woven crepe-like fabric with a smooth, slightly structured drape that holds soft folds and pressed lines.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.28 · w 0.76 · h 0.62 (medium) - Leg silhouetteWide straight leg silhouette visible from the upper thigh downward with loose, relaxed fit through the thighs.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.34 · w 0.88 · h 0.62 (high) - Button detailRound plastic or resin button with four holes and a slightly glossy finish, darker than the pant fabric.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.13 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio shot cropped to show model torso and upper legs against a plain light background; model hands and a green knit top are partially visible; soft directional lighting casts faint shadows to the right.
- Model styling visiblePartial view of a model wearing an olive-green ribbed knit top tucked into the waistband; model arms and hands visible with a ring on the left hand and the right hand placed in the pocket.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 0.28 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven studio lighting from the left produces soft shadowing on the right side of the product and a faint cast shadow on the background.
- Crop and compositionVertical crop focused on the waist and upper legs; image excludes full torso and lower legs and centers the pant front.
- Accessory on modelChunky gold-toned sculptural ring worn on the left hand, visible near the left thigh.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.48 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
black· pant fabric#0E0D0Cvery dark gray· waist button#343423- Waistband and closureStraight waistband with a single round four-hole button centered on the front; a short vertical fly seam is visible below the button and there are narrow belt loops at the waistband.
- 03
Product
Rear view of black wide-leg trousers on a model: high waist with a narrow waistband and belt loops, two horizontal welt back pockets, and full-length wide legs with a straight hem that covers the shoes.
- Waistband and belt loopsNarrow high waistband with visible belt loops spaced around the waistline; waistband sits at the model's natural waist.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.37 · w 0.34 · h 0.07 (high) - Back welt pocketsTwo horizontal welt pockets on the rear, set into the seat with no visible flaps or buttons.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.41 · w 0.33 · h 0.06 (high) - Leg silhouetteVery wide, straight legs falling from the hip to a full-length hem; the legs maintain a consistent width rather than tapering.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.44 · w 0.46 · h 0.49 (high) - Hem and shoe coverageLower hem falls to the floor and partially covers the toes of the shoes, producing a slight drape at the hem.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.86 · w 0.46 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric appearanceUniform matte fabric with a smooth, slightly dense crepe-like surface and no visible pattern or texture variation.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.40 · w 0.40 · h 0.55 (high) - Side seamVisible outer side seam running down the full length of the pant leg on the model's left side.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.44 · w 0.08 · h 0.50 (medium) - No visible brandingNo printed or sewn brand label is visible on the outside of the trousers in this rear view.
Other
Studio product photo showing a model from the rear against a plain white background with soft shadowing; model wears additional garments and accessories that are not part of the product.
- Model pose and framingModel is standing facing away from the camera with head turned to the right in profile; image is vertically framed to show full body from head to floor.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.05 · w 0.64 · h 0.92 (high) - Background and lightingPlain white background with a soft shadow cast to the right of the model, indicating directional studio lighting from the left.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Visible accessories and garmentsModel wears an olive-green short-sleeve top, rectangular sunglasses, small hoop earring, and rings on the right hand; these items are visually present but are not described as product attributes.
2 regions
x 0.35 · y 0.06 · w 0.33 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.46 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-lit photograph with sharp focus on the garment and minimal visible noise or blur.
Colors
matte black· pant body#0E0D0D- Waistband and belt loopsNarrow high waistband with visible belt loops spaced around the waistline; waistband sits at the model's natural waist.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
8 total4.3
8 reviews · out of 5
Nice, deep burgundy colour. Very
★★★★★Oriana E.
Nice, deep burgundy colour. Very on trend.
Had to return
★★★★★Glenda M.
Nice pants/ nice colour. However, ( and l ordered my usual size) l had to return them as they were too small.
Wow!
★★★★★Mylène M.
Il fait super bien. Avantage la silhouette. La longueur du pantalon est parfaite pour moi, compte tenu mon 5p3. J’ai pris la grandeur small, je pèse 127 lbs. Le seul bémol c’est que je trouve la taille très haute.
Photo non conforme au produit
★★★★★Hélène B.
Ce pantalon est pleine longueur alors qu'il apparaît court sur la photo. Et les jambes sont TRÈS TRÈS larges alors que le pantalon apparaît modérément large sur la photo.
Great style
★★★★★Susan W.
Ordered 1 size up so would sit lower and this pant looks great. Very comfy and Wonder hang to the fabric.
Feel and fit perfect.
★★★★★Raina C.
Feel and fit perfect.
Belle qualité
★★★★★Diane L.
Très beau pantalon, belle qualité de tissu qui tombe bien et qui avantage la silhouette malgré les pinces et les jambes larges.
Nice colour
★★★★★Veronica A.
Love the burgundy red colour, flattering wide leg cut. A bit small around the waist.
Q&A
4 answered- What are the recommended care instructions for this pant, particularly regarding washing and drying?
- We recommend machine washing cold on a gentle cycle and hanging to dry, as the crepe fabric (72% recycled polyester, 22% viscose, 6% spandex) benefits from gentle care to maintain its drape.
- Is the fabric sheer or see-through, especially in lighter colors like Light Brown?
- The fabric is described as having a "rich, heavy, yet supple drape," which suggests it is not sheer. However, lighter colors like Light Brown may show slight opacity under bright light; we recommend checking the fabric in person if opacity is a concern.
- Does the pleated waist have any elastic or stretch, or is it fully structured with no give?
- The waist is fully structured with four sewn pleats and does not include any elastic or stretch; it's designed for a tailored fit with no give.
- Is the fabric breathable, suitable for warmer weather?
- The crepe fabric has a supple drape and includes viscose (22%), which is breathable, but the polyester content (72%) may reduce airflow. It is suitable for mild warm weather but may not be ideal for very hot, humid conditions.