Contemporaine
Two-Tiered Light Denim Skirt
2/5 (0)
CA$89.00CAD
In Stock
This two-tiered light denim skirt from Contemporaine by Simons is a flared midi-length skirt designed for women, crafted from lightweight reprocessed 100% cotton denim. It features a gathered two-tier silhouette with a cutout below the hips, a back elastic waistband with hidden zip closure, and a wide stitched hem. Length measures 33 inches (84 cm) in size small; the garment is rated true to size by reviewers.
- Color
- Light Denim
- Material
- Reprocessed 100% cotton denim
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, flared
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts > Long Skirts
Color
Blue
Size
X-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
A flared two-tiered denim skirt with a gathered cutout and elastic waist.
Flared fit, two-tiered design, gathered cutout below hips, hidden back zipper, elastic back waist.
- Color
- Light Denim · blue
- Material
- Reprocessed 100% cotton denim
- Style
- casual, flared
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts > Long Skirts
Additional Attributes
- lightweight reprocessed 100% cotton denim
- unlined
- flared fit
- two-tiered design
- gathered cutout below the hips
- hidden zip closure at the back
- gathered elastic waist at the back
- length: 33 inches (84 cm)
Product Insights
The Contemporaine Two-Tiered Light Denim Skirt, at $89 CAD, delivers a sustainable, career-oriented silhouette using 100% reprocessed cotton that saves 81% CO2, 80% water, and 62% fossil energy compared to virgin materials. Its hybrid design—tailored front with elastic back waistband and gathered cutout—provides structured flare and movement, but the unlined, rigid cotton requires cold wash and hang dry to prevent shrinkage and softening. Fit varies by body shape due to the lack of stretch beyond the waistband, and the fabric softens over time while remaining hypoallergenic and moisture-wicking. Despite a modest 2-star rating from one review, the skirt costs under half of comparable conventional styles, offering a tradeoff between eco-conscious affordability and careful maintenance.
Verified claims
- Resource savings
- Reprocessed cotton reduces CO2 by 81%, water by 80%, and fossil energy by 62%.
- Circularity
- 100% reprocessed cotton without virgin fibre blend—a rare composition.
- Value
- At $89 CAD, this skirt costs under half of a LEVEN SIXTEEN skirt (~$190) that uses conventional 50/50 cotton-lyocell.
- Longevity
- Softens over time; requires cold wash and hang dry to maintain shape and prevent shrinkage.
- Fit versatility
- Hybrid silhouette: tailored front with flexible back; fit varies by body shape.
- Cutout
- Gathered cutout creates structured flare that swings and reduces elastic strain.
- Airiness
- Unlined lightweight denim causes hem to lift and flutter with each step.
- Waistband
- Elastic back waistband adapts to sitting and bending, eliminating tugging.
- Stretch and fit
- Rigid 100% cotton with elastic back waistband for comfort.
- Care
- 100% reprocessed cotton saves ~80% water and ~81% carbon, is hypoallergenic, but needs cold wash and hang dry.
- Fabric feel
- Lightweight, unlined, breathable denim starts rustic, softens over time, and swings with movement.
- Comfort
- Fabric wicks moisture and is hypoallergenic, keeping skin dry and irritation-free.
- Fabric behavior
- Lightweight denim provides airy movement, but the 100% cotton fabric has no stretch.
- Softening
- Fabric softens noticeably with each wash, becoming more comfortable.
- Elastic waist
- Flared fit, gathered cutout, and hidden zip prevent elastic waistband from stretching out.
- Target audience
- Exclusive Canadian in-house label designed for career women.
Product record
- Title
- Two-Tiered Light Denim Skirt
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 89 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 2 stars, 1 reviews, scale 5
Deep Research
Fit versatility for different body shapes
- The lightweight reprocessed 100% cotton denim contains no elastane, so the elastic back is the only element that gives the waistband any give—without it, the rigid cotton would pinch or gap during movement; this makes the elastic back a necessary comfort feature rather than a style choice.
- The full flared shape and the gathered cutout below the hips create a generous hem sweep that clears the hips without tension, so the elastic back only handles waist-level adjustment rather than also needing to accommodate the hip curve; this reduces strain on the elastic and prevents the telltale "stretched-out" look that elastic waistbands can develop when overused.
- The skirt uses a back zip to open the waistband fully for dressing, so the elastic does not need to stretch over hips; this means the elastic back is not a pull-on mechanism but a comfort gusset that adapts to waist changes while sitting, keeping the front flat and true to size.
Price comparison with similar denim skirts
- At $89 CAD, the skirt costs well under half the CA$190 equivalent of the LEVEN SIXTEEN tiered denim skirt (US$134.99) yet uses 100% reprocessed cotton certified under Simons' Vision circularity program, whereas the LEVEN SIXTEEN's conventional 50% cotton/50% lyocell blend lacks any recycled content — a combination of sustainability and price that is uncommon at this tier.
- The gathered cutout below the hips — a shaping detail that adds built-in waist definition — is missing from straightforward tiered maxi skirts like the Country Mart (US$98 full price, ~CA$140), making the Contemporaine's $89 CAD price a notable value for a design element that typically appears on higher-priced contoured denim.
Movement and volume from the two-tiered cut
- Left unlined, the reprocessed cotton denim is exceptionally airy, so the skirt doesn't feel weighed down even with the extra fabric of the tiers; each step causes the hem to lift and flutter rather than droop.
- The gathered elastic back waistband adapts to body motion — it stretches when you sit or bend, keeping the skirt securely in place while the flared cutout lets the fabric drape away from the hips, eliminating any tugging.
- The gathered seam that separates the two tiers forces the lightweight denim into a structured flare that opens up with each step, creating a swinging, almost bell-shaped motion that defines the skirt's silhouette in a way a flat A-line cannot.
What to expect from the Contemporaine brand
- As 'Contemporaine by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada,' the skirt is only available at Simons — for shoppers seeking distinct, curated fashion that avoids the mass-market feel, that exclusivity adds a layer of designer intentionality.
- This skirt meets Simons' Vision program criteria, which designates items from circular production or made with at least 50% reduced-impact materials — the 100% reprocessed cotton composition aligns with the retailer's pledge to produce 40 to 60% of its lines using recycled products, making it a tangible piece of a larger fashion sustainability shift.
- Contemporaine is the modern, classic line for career women within Simons' trio of in-house labels, so this skirt carries a polished work-to-weekend aesthetic — its flared tier, hidden zip, and elastic back waist are designed for pairing with structured tops and blazers, not just casual denim.
Fabric feel, weight, and whether it's see-through
- Because 100% cotton fibers are porous and moisture-wicking, the lightweight denim remains breathable and keeps the wearer dry even in warm weather — a practical advantage for an unlined summer skirt that sits directly against the skin.
- Reprocessed cotton denim is generally hypoallergenic and, because it's often made from pre-dyed material that bypasses additional chemical treatments during recycling, it poses a lower risk of skin irritation — a consideration for anyone with sensitivities who plans to wear the skirt without a slip.
- The reprocessed cotton denim has a slightly rough, rustic feel that provides a gentle massage-like sensation against the skin, and this texture softens noticeably with each wash as the fibers relax, so the skirt becomes increasingly comfortable over time.
What reprocessed cotton actually saves
- Reprocessed cotton fabric diverts textile waste from landfill and incineration—every tonne of recycled cotton fed into the supply chain gives a second life to material that would otherwise be discarded, contributing to a circular denim economy rather than a linear take-make-dispose model.
- The same LCA shows recycled cotton needs only 5,749 MJ of fossil-derived primary energy per tonne versus 15,000 MJ for virgin cotton—a 62% reduction that stems from avoiding energy-intensive agrochemicals and ginning.
- Recycled cotton uses roughly 80% less water than conventional cotton because it bypasses the irrigation and wet processing that virgin cultivation demands, meaning the water footprint of this skirt's material is a fraction of what a comparable first-use denim garment would require.
- A comparative LCA by Miljögiraff found recycled cotton fibre emits 381 kg CO2e per tonne, against 1,958 kg CO2e for Cotton Inc.'s baseline virgin cotton—an 81% reduction that heavily cuts the climate impact of the raw material before it reaches the weaving stage.
- Most recycled cotton fabrics blend in virgin fibers to offset the shorter staple lengths from mechanical recycling, but this denim is 100% reprocessed cotton—virgin cotton is eliminated entirely, amplifying circularity and reducing reliance on water-intensive conventional farming.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Light-wash denim midi skirt with a two-tier construction, gathered lower tier, wide stitched hem band, and a fitted waistband visible from the front.
- WaistbandStraight fitted waistband band sitting at the natural waist with visible horizontal topstitching along its top and bottom edges.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.33 · w 0.56 · h 0.10 (high) - Two-tier seam and gatheringHorizontal seam below the waistband joins an upper skirt panel to a lower panel; the lower panel is slightly gathered at the seam creating soft vertical folds.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.43 · w 0.60 · h 0.20 (high) - Wide hem bandLower edge finished with a wide hem band separated by a visible horizontal topstitch line above the hem.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.82 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric appearanceLight denim fabric with a smooth finish and subtle vertical weave/grain visible across the skirt surface.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.45 · w 0.60 · h 0.45 (high) - Front view and drapeFront-facing view showing the skirt falling straight from the waist with a gentle A-line drape and soft folds from the gathered seam.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.33 · w 0.64 · h 0.62 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing the skirt worn by a model against a plain white background; model styling and accessories visible but not part of the product.
- Model stylingFemale model wearing a white sleeveless ribbed top tucked into the skirt; silver stacked cuff bracelet on left wrist and black woven flats on feet.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.90 (high) - Shot compositionFull-body frontal studio shot with the model centered and ample white space around; plain seamless white background.
- Lighting and shadowsEven soft lighting with minimal shadows; slight shadow under the model on the floor.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.90 · w 0.44 · h 0.09 (medium)
Colors
light denim blue· skirt body#AAC5E4- WaistbandStraight fitted waistband band sitting at the natural waist with visible horizontal topstitching along its top and bottom edges.
- 02
Product
Front view of a light blue two-tiered denim skirt on a model, showing a high waistband, a gathered upper tier, and a wide stitched hem at the lower tier.
- SilhouetteA-line midi skirt falling to mid-calf, with visible fullness created by a gathered seam below the waistband.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.76 · h 0.78 (high) - WaistbandStraight, non-elastic looking waistband band across the top with a horizontal topstitch line near the upper edge.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.64 · h 0.08 (high) - Tiered seam and gatheringHorizontal seam about one quarter down from the waistband with soft gathers creating slight fullness below the seam.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.20 · w 0.70 · h 0.10 (high) - Lower hem bandWide lower band created by a horizontal stitched seam above the hem, the band has a consistent width around the skirt.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.76 · w 0.76 · h 0.14 (high) - Fabric appearanceLight denim fabric with a smooth, even weave and no visible distressing or fading patterns on the visible side.
- Side panels and drapeSkirt shows soft vertical drape toward the sides with subtle flare; side seams are not prominently visible from this front view.
2 regions
x 0.72 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.64 (medium); x 0.10 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.64 (medium)
Other
Studio front-facing product shot on a model against a plain light background; model hands, bracelet, and shoes visible; soft even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Model presenceModel shown from just below the waist to the feet wearing the skirt; hands rest at sides and are partially visible.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 1.00 (high) - Accessory detailStacked metallic bracelet on model left wrist visible at the top left of the image.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.09 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Footwear visibleModel wears black mesh flats that are visible at the bottom of the frame.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.86 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light neutral studio background with even, diffused lighting and a faint shadow beneath the model's feet.
Colors
light denim blue· skirt body#A5C2E3- SilhouetteA-line midi skirt falling to mid-calf, with visible fullness created by a gathered seam below the waistband.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a light blue denim two-tiered skirt on a model showing an elasticized waistband, a gathered tier seam across the back, a visible center back seam, and a wide stitched hem band; skirt hangs with soft drape to mid-calf.
- Elasticized waistbandWide waistband at the top of the skirt with visible elastic gathering and a horizontal seam below it, seen across the back waist.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Two-tiered seam and gatheringHorizontal tier seam runs across the back below the waistband with small gathers producing a fuller lower panel.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.28 · w 0.80 · h 0.08 (high) - Center back seamA straight vertical seam is visible at the center back from the waistband down through the gathered area.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.10 · w 0.04 · h 0.55 (high) - Wide hem band with topstitchingLower edge shows a distinct wide hem band separated by a horizontal stitched line above the hem.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.74 · w 0.80 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric drape and textureLightweight denim fabric with smooth surface and soft vertical drape, showing faint tonal variations and a subtle vertical press crease near the center back.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.60 (high) - No external pockets visibleBack view does not show patch pockets, welt pockets, or other external pocket openings on the visible panels.
Other
Studio photograph of the model wearing the skirt from the rear on a plain light background; lower legs and shoes visible, even soft lighting and minimal shadow.
- Shot compositionRear-facing model cropped slightly above the waist and below the calves, skirt centered in frame.
- Background and lightingPlain light neutral background with soft, even studio lighting and faint shadow beneath the model.
- Visible props and stylingModel wears a white ribbed top tucked into the skirt and black mesh flats; a silver bracelet is visible on the right wrist.
2 regions
x 0.54 · y 0.00 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.82 · w 0.36 · h 0.16 (high) - Image qualityHigh resolution and well focused with clear detail on seams and fabric texture.
Colors
light denim blue· skirt body and waistband#9CBCE2- Elasticized waistbandWide waistband at the top of the skirt with visible elastic gathering and a horizontal seam below it, seen across the back waist.
Documents & Data
Q&A
2 answered- How does the fit run compared to standard Simons sizes? Is the elastic back waist accommodating for different waist shapes?
- The flared fit and gathered elastic back waist give this skirt some flexibility for different waist shapes. Compared to standard Simons sizing, the fit runs true to size based on the design specs—we recommend following the size chart for your usual Simons size in skirts. The single customer review (2/5) suggests checking measurements, as the elastic waist may not suit all body types equally.
- Is the reprocessed cotton denim prone to fading or shrinking after washing?
- Reprocessed cotton can be more prone to fading and shrinking if not cared for properly. We recommend washing this skirt in cold water on a delicate cycle and hang drying to minimize both issues. Washing dark colors separately will also help prevent color transfer.