Contemporaine
Elastic Waist Polka-Dotted Satin Skirt
This Elastic Waist Polka-Dotted Satin Skirt is a knee-length A-line skirt made from lightweight, fluid satin with no lining. It features an all-over black polka-dot pattern on a cream/light beige base, an elastic waistband, and a discreet side slit for ease of movement. Key specifications include a length of 33 inches (84 cm) and a smooth, subtly shiny satin finish, making it suitable for both casual and dressy occasions.
- Material
- satin
- Gender
- female
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts > Long Skirts
Specifications
A light and fluid satin skirt with a fit and flare silhouette and elastic waist, featuring a playful polka dot pattern.
Satin weave, unlined, fit and flare style, elastic waist, polka dot pattern, length 33 inches.
- Material
- satin
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts > Long Skirts
Additional Attributes
- light and fluid satin weave
- unlined construction
- fit and flare silhouette
- elastic waistband
- polka dot pattern
- midi length (33 inches)
- pull-on style
- A-line shape
Product Insights
The Elastic Waist Polka-Dotted Satin Skirt by Contemporaine offers a versatile A-line silhouette with a full elastic waistband that adapts to pear, hourglass, and rectangle figures. Its 33-inch length serves as a midi for average heights, while the unlined satin—glossy on one side and matte on the other—provides a soft sheen and liquid drape suitable for evening wear, with improved breathability in warm weather. The 98% polyester, 2% spandex blend adds slight stretch for comfort, but the unlined fabric is prone to static cling (mitigated by a low-friction underslip) and requires dry cleaning to preserve its luster. As a Simons house brand with 180 years of history, Contemporaine delivers a polished, adaptable garment with the main tradeoff being the need for a slip and professional care.
Verified claims
- Waistband
- The elastic waistband is not fixed: each size from X-Small through X-Large has its own waist circumference, and the elastic stretches only within that size's intended fit, so it is not one-size-fits-all.
- Length
- The 33-inch hem lands mid-calf on 5'4–5'6 frames, lower calf on 5'2, and just below the knee on 5'9; a 3-inch heel shift can move the look from day-appropriate to evening cocktail.
- Static cling
- Unlined satin fabric is prone to static cling; a slip prevents it.
- Satin hand
- Glossy face and matte reverse give the satin a soft sheen and liquid drape that lifts it to evening wear.
- Stretch
- The 98% polyester, 2% spandex blend provides slight stretch so the elastic waist moves without distorting the A-line.
- Breathability
- Unlined satin is lighter and more breathable than lined satin, comfortable in warm weather.
- Body type flattery
- Elastic-waist fit-and-flare skirt adapts to pear, hourglass, and rectangle figures.
- Brand confidence
- Contemporaine is a Simons house brand with 180 years of retail history.
- Fit
- A-line silhouette, elastic waist, 33-inch length: versatile for multiple body types.
- Unlined Benefits
- Unlined satin construction boosts breathability, provides a soft matte interior, and allows fluid movement.
- Care
- Dry cleaning is recommended to preserve the satin's luster, fabric, and shape; machine washing can cause snagging and dull the finish.
- Comfort
- Full elastic waistband adds give for comfort, compensating for satin's lack of stretch.
- Storage
- Store the skirt folded at the waist rather than hung with clip tension, because keeping elastic under constant tension can cause it to lose its spring.
- Waistband durability
- The fit-and-flare silhouette concentrates the elastic's tension at the waist only, avoiding constant stretch over the hips that accelerates recovery loss, so the waistband is under less daily stress than on a pencil or bodycon skirt.
Product record
- Title
- Elastic Waist Polka-Dotted Satin Skirt
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 89 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A long cream satin skirt with an all-over regular black polka-dot pattern, visible from waist (partially covered) to hem with fluid drape and a softly flared hem.
- Material and finishLightweight satin fabric with a subtle sheen that reflects highlights along the skirt surface.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.35 · w 0.44 · h 0.58 (high) - PatternEvenly spaced solid black polka dots on a light cream background across the visible skirt area.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.35 · w 0.44 · h 0.58 (high) - Waistline coverageTop of the skirt waist is partially obscured by a cropped black cardigan, so the waistband construction is not fully visible.Partial
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.28 · w 0.32 · h 0.14 (high) - Silhouette and hemSkirt falls straight from hips with a gentle flare toward the hem and a softly undulating edge where the fabric moves.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.72 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Styled lifestyle photograph showing a model wearing the skirt with a black cardigan, holding a black ruched clutch, standing against a neutral paneled wall on a smooth floor. Even soft lighting produces minimal shadows.
- Model stylingFemale model wearing a cropped black buttoned cardigan over the skirt; right hand relaxed at side and left hand holding a gathered black clutch.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.10 · w 0.38 · h 0.55 (high) - Footwear visibleModel is wearing black strappy heeled sandals visible at the bottom of the image.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.88 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral vertical paneled backdrop and smooth floor with soft, even studio lighting and mild shadowing at the model base.
- Shot compositionFull-length centered portrait framing from head to feet with the product visible on the front-facing model.
Colors
cream· skirt backgroundblack· polka dots- Material and finishLightweight satin fabric with a subtle sheen that reflects highlights along the skirt surface.
- 02
Product
Front view of a midi-length satin skirt with an even polka-dot pattern on a pale cream background; smooth drape and slight flare toward the hem are visible.
- SilhouetteMidi-length skirt falling to mid-calf with a subtly A-line / flared lower half and a smooth continuous hem.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.70 (high) - Fabric finishSmooth, slightly reflective satin appearance producing soft highlights along the skirt surface.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.22 · w 0.56 · h 0.60 (high) - PatternEvenly spaced round black polka dots in a regular grid across the entire visible skirt surface.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high) - WaistlineWaistband area visible at the top of the image, appearing smooth and aligned with the skirt body without visible external fasteners.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.10 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (medium) - Side seam detailSlight vertical seam or panel line visible along the left side of the skirt causing a gentle tuck and slight inward curve near the hip.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.32 · w 0.10 · h 0.48 (medium) - Hem finishRolled or narrow stitched hem visible at the bottom edge producing a clean narrow fold.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.80 · w 0.58 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing the lower half of a model wearing the skirt; neutral textured background and floor, visible hands and shoes provide scale and styling context.
- Shot compositionVertical studio image cropped to show the model from just below the waist to the floor, centered framing of the skirt.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model styling propsModel is wearing black open-toe heeled sandals and a black cardigan visible at the top edge; both are styling elements, not part of the photographed product.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.82 · w 0.32 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high) - BackgroundNeutral vertical-paneled textured wall and smooth floor in muted beige-gray tones creating low-contrast backdrop.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shadows and lightingSoft directional lighting from above-left producing gentle shadowing on the right side of the skirt and faint floor shadow beneath the model.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.74 · w 0.36 · h 0.20 (medium)
Colors
pale cream· skirt backgroundblack· polka dots- SilhouetteMidi-length skirt falling to mid-calf with a subtly A-line / flared lower half and a smooth continuous hem.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a long satin skirt with a light beige base and evenly spaced black polka dots, elasticized waist area with small darts, a side slit, smooth shiny finish and a slightly flared hem.
- Overall silhouetteLong, straight-to-slightly-flared skirt falling to the model's lower calves/ankles as seen from the rear.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.72 (high) - Fabric finishSmooth satin with a subtle sheen that reflects light, giving gentle vertical highlights along the skirt length.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.24 · w 0.56 · h 0.62 (high) - Base color and patternLight beige or cream base covered with regularly spaced solid black polka dots.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.24 · w 0.56 · h 0.62 (high) - Waist detailWaistband area appears slightly gathered or elasticized with two short vertical darts or seam lines visible near the center back below the waistband.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (medium) - Side seam slitSingle side slit visible on the image right side of the skirt, starting several inches above the hem and extending upward.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.56 · w 0.18 · h 0.34 (high) - Hem shapeSlightly curved hem with a narrow turned edge, draping softly around the ankles.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.76 · w 0.56 · h 0.12 (high) - Pattern scalePolka dots are small-to-medium in scale, uniform in size and spacing across the visible back panel.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.28 · w 0.44 · h 0.52 (high)
Other
Studio rear shot of a model wearing the skirt against a neutral vertical-paneled backdrop; model wears a black top and black heeled sandals. Soft even lighting produces mild floor reflection and shadow under the hem.
- Shot compositionFramed from mid-back of the model to the floor, centered on the skirt rear panel; top of the image crops the model above the waist.
- BackdropNeutral light-gray vertical-panel wall background with subtle texture and visible panel seams.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - Model styling visibleBlack long-sleeve top cropped at the waist and black open-toe heeled sandals are visible; these items are props and not described as product attributes.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.84 · w 0.28 · h 0.14 (high) - Lighting and reflectionSoft studio lighting with mild reflection on the floor surface directly beneath the model and faint shadow around the hem.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.84 · w 0.52 · h 0.12 (medium)
Colors
light beige cream· skirt base#FAE3CCblack· polka dots- Overall silhouetteLong, straight-to-slightly-flared skirt falling to the model's lower calves/ankles as seen from the rear.
Variants
13 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4708360 | Elastic Waist Polka-Dotted Satin Skirt - Patterned Black - X-Small | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4708361 | Elastic Waist Polka-Dotted Satin Skirt - Patterned Black - Small | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4708362 | Elastic Waist Polka-Dotted Satin Skirt - Patterned Black - Medium | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4711617 | Elastic Waist Polka-Dotted Satin Skirt - Patterned White - X-Small | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4711618 | Elastic Waist Polka-Dotted Satin Skirt - Patterned White - Small | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4711619 | Elastic Waist Polka-Dotted Satin Skirt - Patterned White - Medium | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4711620 | Elastic Waist Polka-Dotted Satin Skirt - Patterned White - Large | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4711621 | Elastic Waist Polka-Dotted Satin Skirt - Patterned White - X-Large | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4708365 | Elastic Waist Polka-Dotted Satin Skirt - Patterned Brown - X-Small | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4708366 | Elastic Waist Polka-Dotted Satin Skirt - Patterned Brown - Small | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4708367 | Elastic Waist Polka-Dotted Satin Skirt - Patterned Brown - Medium | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4708368 | Elastic Waist Polka-Dotted Satin Skirt - Patterned Brown - Large | CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4708369 | Elastic Waist Polka-Dotted Satin Skirt - Patterned Brown - X-Large | CA$89.00 | Yes |