What are the recommended care instructions for this skirt?

We recommend machine washing cold on a gentle cycle and hanging to dry. Avoid bleach and high heat; a cool iron if needed. This care routine helps preserve the recycled polyester micromesh fabric and the skirt's shape.

Icône

Micromesh Maxi Skirt

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CA$59.00CAD

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The Micromesh Maxi Skirt is a long, straight-fit skirt made from stretchy micro-mesh polyester derived from recycled plastic bottles. It features a thin elastic waistband, a fine lining to mid-thigh, and a marbled swirl print. In size small, the skirt measures 35.5 inches (91 cm) in length.

Material: polyester from recycled plastic bottles
Gender: female
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts > Long Skirts

Color

Chocolate/EspressoPatterned BrownPatterned BlueEggplant/Plum

Size

SMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGEX-SMALL

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Specifications

Long and straight maxi skirt made from supple stretch micromesh fabric with a thin elastic waistband and fine lining.

Stretch micromesh fabric, recycled polyester, fine lining to mid-thigh, thin elastic waistband, maxi length.

Material: polyester from recycled plastic bottles
Gender: female
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts > Long Skirts

Additional Attributes

supple and stretch micro-mesh fabric
made with recycled polyester from plastic bottles
fine lining to mid-thigh
long and straight fit
thin elastic waistband
exclusive Icône by Simons design
maxi length 35.5 inches in size small

Product Insights

The Icône Micromesh Maxi Skirt is a Canadian-designed, $59 sustainable skirt that prioritizes breathability and fast drying—40-60% faster than cotton, with 3-5× more airflow—through its micromesh fabric made from 7-10 recycled plastic bottles. Its stretchy, thin elastic waistband moves with the body without pinching, while a mid-thigh lining provides opacity and reduces pilling, though the recycled polyester pills 28-43% more, creating a soft texture. The unlined lower leg is intentionally sheer, and the shape resists warping due to polyester and a straight cut. At half the price of comparable eco-friendly maxis, it offers a cost-effective entry into sustainable fashion with performance rivaling virgin polyester.

Verified claims

Moisture management: Dries 40–60% faster than cotton, 3–5× more breathable, and half the weight.
Fit: Stretchy micromesh moves with body, allowing a thin elastic waistband that doesn't pinch.
Care: Shape and color last when washed cold and hung to dry.
Pilling: Lining reduces pilling; recycled polyester pills 28–43% more but forms soft texture.
Sheer design: Fine lining to mid-thigh creates intentional sheer in lower leg.
Breathability: Unlined lower leg vents 3–5x more air than woven fabric, dries faster.
Comfort: Thin elastic waistband sits flat and holds without pinching.
Shape retention: Polyester resists warping; straight cut reduces seam stress.
Recycled content: Made from 7–10 recycled plastic bottles per skirt.
Fabric performance: Feels and performs comparably to virgin polyester while drying faster and resisting wrinkles.
Competitive pricing: At $59 CAD, the skirt is half the price of comparable sustainable maxis, with lining and Canadian design.
Lining: The 95% polyester, 5% spandex lining reaches mid-thigh, eliminating the need for a slip while reducing friction and providing opacity.
Drape: Skirt's supple mesh moves fluidly, billowing with stride, without clinging or pulling.
Ventilation: Micro-mesh provides 3-5x more breathability and dries 40-60% faster than cotton.
Design provenance: Designed in Canada and exclusive to Simons, at $59 everyday price.
Construction: Fine lining to mid-thigh removes need for a separate slip.
Sustainable pricing: Recycled polyester skirt at $59 undercuts eco-focused brands like Keokai ($129+).

Product record

Title: Micromesh Maxi Skirt
Brand: Icône
Price: 59 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

How the elastic waistband affects fit and comfort

A thin elastic waistband is the standard recommendation for lightweight skirts: wider bands (1.5–2 inches) can feel bulky against the waist and disrupt the clean, straight silhouette of a maxi, while a narrow band — likely around ½–¾ inch here — provides sufficient hold for a fabric as light as this micromesh without adding unnecessary volume.
The 35.5-inch length could be front-heavy in a heavier fabric, but the micromesh is so light that the total mass pulling on the elastic is minimal — the waistband can be comfortably thin without sacrificing security, making it feasible for all-day wear without constant readjustment.
Because the skirt body is made from a supple stretch micro-mesh that has its own give, the elastic waistband doesn’t need to cinch tightly to keep the skirt in place — the fabric moves with you, reducing the pinching and digging that can happen when a non-stretchy skirt relies solely on elastic tension.

Fine lining and how the skirt moves

The thin elastic waistband provides just enough grip to keep the skirt anchored without adding bulk or a tight, cinched sensation, so the micromesh hangs naturally from the waist and sways with the body rather than dragging or twisting.
Because the fine lining stops at mid-thigh, the skirt’s lower 18 inches or so (on a size small 35.5-inch total) are unlined micromesh, making legs visible through the fabric; the hip and upper thigh stay fully opaque, creating a built-in two-zone effect that feels intentionally sheer rather than accidentally revealing.
Because the micromesh is made from recycled polyester, it retains the lightweight, quick-drying, and crease-resistant properties of virgin polyester — important for a maxi skirt that will likely be packed into a bag or worn on hot days where sweat and wrinkles can otherwise compromise the airy look.
The combination of supple, stretchy micro-mesh with a long, straight cut means the skirt moves with a fluid, non-restrictive drape — it doesn’t cling or pull, and the straight silhouette allows ample airflow, so it billows lightly with movement rather than wrapping around the legs.

How it compares to similar maxi skirts

As an Icône by Simons exclusive designed in Canada, this skirt occupies a boutique-collab space — at $59 CAD, it offers the cachet of a locally-conceived piece without the typical premium markup, distinguishing it from generic fast-fashion maxis.
The fine lining to mid-thigh is a construction detail that transforms the micro-mesh from a sheer overlay piece into a standalone skirt — eliminating the need for a slip, a convenience rarely included at the $59 CAD price tier where most mesh skirts require underlayers.
Made with polyester from recycled plastic bottles, the Icône skirt delivers the eco-material benefit of brands like Keokai (whose Eco Reef Maxi Skirt starts at $129 USD) at less than half the cost — a significant value for sustainability-conscious shoppers who prefer a lighter, unlined mesh look over performance compression.
The Icône Micromesh Maxi Skirt is priced at $59 CAD as its everyday retail, while comparable maxi skirts like the Madewell Maxi Circle Skirt often rely on sales (marked down from $128 USD to $59.99) to reach a similar entry price — meaning the Icône delivers its full feature set at a consistent, non-discounted value.
The solid Micromesh Maxi Skirt at $59 CAD is the most affordable piece in the Icône micromesh range — the Patterned Tiered Micromesh Maxi Skirt in the same family retails for $79, so opting for a solid colorway saves $20 while preserving the same recycled polyester, elastic waistband, and lined construction.

What to expect from recycled polyester micromesh

Polyester’s inherent hydrophobicity means the skirt dries 40–60% faster than a cotton maxi of comparable weight, keeping the wearer comfortable in humid weather and resisting that heavy, soaked-through cling during sudden downpours.
The open-knit micro-mesh structure yields air permeability 3 to 5 times higher than an equivalent-weight woven fabric, so the floor-length cut acts as a full-leg vent — far cooler than a traditional cotton maxi on a hot day.
The micro-mesh falls in the 80–150 grams-per-square-meter range typical of performance sportswear — about half the weight of a standard cotton jersey — so the maxi silhouette remains airy and non-fatiguing for all-day wear without sacrificing length.
Micro-mesh is inherently sheer due to its open pore structure, so the skirt’s fine lining extends only to mid-thigh — the upper leg gets full coverage while the lower leg stays airy and subtly translucent, turning a functional modesty layer into a ventilated, two-texture design element.
The micromesh is knit from recycled polyester sourced from post-consumer PET bottles — a single mesh garment in this class typically diverts 7–10 bottles from landfill, so this skirt carries a tangible sustainability story without sacrificing performance or style.

How this skirt holds up over time

While early recycled polyester had a reputation for weakness, advancements in fiber processing have closed the gap significantly; this skirt's micromesh is made from post‑consumer recycled bottles, and for a fashion maxi skirt worn at a relaxed pace, the tensile strength and drape are effectively indistinguishable from virgin polyester—the real durability focus is on surface wear, not structural failure.
The lining to mid‑thigh isn't just for opacity—it reduces friction between the micromesh and the skin in the area most prone to abrasion from walking, which will noticeably slow pilling and surface wear on the outer layer compared to a fully unlined sheer skirt, effectively extending the garment's prime appearance window.
Recycled polyester fibers are typically shorter and have lower crystallinity than virgin fibers, which means the micromesh of this skirt may develop a softly textured surface over time rather than distinct pills—it's a hallmarked characteristic of rPET knits that can be minimized by washing inside out and avoiding friction against rough surfaces.
Recycled polyester absorbs dye well and resists fading better than natural fibers, but dark shades like the Chocolate/Espresso colorway will gradually soften with repeated washing if exposed to hot water or harsh detergents; a cold wash with a mild detergent preserves the depth of the brown, keeping the skirt looking rich wash after wash.
Polyester is inherently dimensionally stable, but the thin elastic waistband is the first component that will relax with wear; cold washing and air‑drying (never machine drying) protect the elastic's recovery and prevent the heat‑set shape from warping—the long, straight cut of the skirt puts less strain on seams than a bodycon style, so overall shape loss will be minimal.

Image Analysis

3 images

01: Product
Front view of a model wearing a sleeveless cropped top paired with a matching high-waisted maxi skirt, both in a marbled swirl print; pointed black low-heel shoes visible at the hem.
Top silhouetteSleeveless, high-neck cropped top with straight hem sitting just above the skirt waistband, made from the same printed fabric as the skirt.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.09 · w 0.44 · h 0.28 (high)
Skirt silhouetteHigh-waisted, straight maxi skirt falling to just above the ankles with a narrow straight hem and a smooth, column-like fit.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.35 · w 0.44 · h 0.55 (high)
Fabric patternAll-over marbled swirl print with irregular, organic waves and veins in multiple earth tones; print is continuous across top and skirt.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.09 · w 0.44 · h 0.81 (high)
Material appearanceLightweight, slightly sheer or semi-opaque knit or mesh texture visible where fabric drapes, showing soft vertical fall over the body.Partial
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.35 · w 0.44 · h 0.45 (medium)
Waist detailTop hem meets skirt waistband with a small exposed skin gap at the front center where the top is slightly lifted by the model's hand.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.33 · w 0.16 · h 0.07 (high)
Footwear (styling)Pointed-toe, low-heeled black shoes visible under the skirt hem.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.83 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high)
Accessories on productModel is wearing gold-tone hoop earrings and multiple gold-tone rings and bracelets that overlap the garment edges but are not part of the fabric.
2 regions
x 0.56 · y 0.11 · w 0.14 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.38 · y 0.44 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio product shot of a standing model against a plain light background with soft lighting and a faint floor shadow; image shows full body from head to feet, centered composition.
Background and settingEven, light off-white wall behind the model and a neutral carpeted floor visible at the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Shot compositionFull-length frontal studio shot with the model centered and facing the camera; slight shadow cast to the model's right on the background.
LightingSoft, diffuse lighting from the front slightly left, producing minimal harsh shadows and even illumination of the garment.Partial
Image qualityHigh-resolution, sharp image with clear detail on fabric print and styling; no visible artifacts.
Colors
dark brown / black· printed fabric - dark background#3D3C3Brust brown· printed fabric - warm rust veins#534443beige· printed fabric - beige highlights#ECAC83off-white· printed fabric - off-white accentsblack· shoes
02: Product
Close-up of the skirt's midsection and upper hip showing a fitted waistband area and a sheer micromesh fabric with an all-over swirling marble-like print; visible side seam/topstitching and slight transparency where the fabric overlaps the leg.
Fabric constructionSheer micromesh knit fabric with visible fine mesh texture and slight transparency over the leg area where the underlying skin tone is faintly visible.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.42 · w 0.74 · h 0.52 (high)
Print patternAll-over swirling marble-like abstract print with irregular organic bands and patches forming a flowing motif across the skirt surface.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.18 · w 0.80 · h 0.74 (high)
Waistband and fitFitted waist area with the top of the skirt sitting at the model's hip; waistband region formed by the same printed micromesh fabric without a visible separate band.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (high)
Seam detailVisible vertical side seam with topstitching running down the left side of the skirt (viewer right to left), slightly offset from the side edge.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.30 · w 0.18 · h 0.60 (high)
Overlay/hem transparencyLower front panel shows increased transparency with print appearing less saturated where single-layer micromesh overlaps, creating a lighter appearance toward the hem.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.62 · w 0.56 · h 0.34 (medium)
Matching top visiblePortion of a matching printed top is visible at the waist, showing the same micromesh fabric and print gathered/ruched above the skirt.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.04 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high)
No legible textNo visible or legible printed text or branding on the garment in this image.
Other
Studio shot showing a model wearing the skirt against a plain light-colored wall with directional lighting casting a shadow; model's hands and jewelry visible at the frame edges.
Shot compositionTight studio crop focusing on the midsection and upper skirt; image excludes model's head and lower legs.
Background and lightingSmooth light-colored wall background with strong directional light from the left creating a distinct shadow of the model on the wall to the right.
1 region
x 0.70 · y 0.00 · w 0.30 · h 1.00 (high)
Model's hand and jewelryModel's left hand rests on the hip with a gold sculptural ring visible; right forearm and hand hang at the side wearing two bracelets (one gold, one silver).
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.22 · w 0.26 · h 0.56 (high)
Skin tone visibilityPortions of the model's abdomen, hip and arms are visible and unobstructed, showing medium-dark skin tone under the sheer fabric and at exposed areas.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.14 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
deep black· fabric base#242423rust brown· print - warm brown/rust#4B3C3Bwarm beige· print - beige highlights
03: Product
Rear view of a long, ankle-length patterned skirt in a thin, slightly sheer micromesh fabric with a continuous all-over swirl print and visible center-back seam and hem stitching.
View and silhouetteRear-facing straight maxi skirt that falls to the model's ankles with a narrow, column silhouette.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.80 (high)
Fabric appearanceThin, lightweight mesh that is slightly sheer where patterned areas are lighter, showing a subtle translucence over the legs.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.40 · w 0.52 · h 0.42 (high)
Print patternAll-over organic swirl/marbling print with irregular flowing lines and patches in dark, rust, and cream tones that repeat across the skirt.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.76 (high)
Center-back seamVisible vertical seam running down the center back of the skirt from waistband to hem.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.12 · w 0.04 · h 0.74 (high)
Waistband and top edgeSlightly raised waistband seam visible at the top rear of the skirt where it meets the model's top; waistband area follows the body's contour.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.12 · w 0.52 · h 0.10 (high)
Hem finishStraight hem with visible horizontal stitch line across the bottom edge of the skirt.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.82 · w 0.56 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the skirt against a plain light wall and carpeted floor; lighting from left casts a soft shadow; model's lower legs, shoes and jewelry are visible.
Background and surfacePlain off-white wall behind the model and a light beige carpeted floor underfoot.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Lighting and shadowSoft studio lighting from the left creating a soft shadow of the model on the wall to the right of the skirt.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.30 · w 0.18 · h 0.32 (high)
Model accessories visibleModel's lower arms with gold bracelets on the left wrist and a ring on the right hand are visible alongside the skirt.
2 regions
x 0.09 · y 0.12 · w 0.14 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.38 · w 0.10 · h 0.18 (high)
Shoes visibleModel is wearing low black kitten-heel pumps with a slight pointed toe, visible at the bottom of the frame.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.88 · w 0.26 · h 0.10 (high)
Colors
very dark black-brown· skirt base#353434rust brown· swirl print (rust areas)#6B443Cwarm cream· swirl print (cream lines)

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Customer Reviews

1 total

1 reviews · out of 5

très belle mais un peu longuette pour les petits formats comme moi :-)

★★★★★danielle s.February 1, 2026

Elle correspond parfaitement à la photo. Mais. . . pour une petite comme moi, elle est trop longue. Je l'ai fait raccourcir.

Q&A

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What are the recommended care instructions for this skirt?: We recommend machine washing cold on a gentle cycle and hanging to dry. Avoid bleach and high heat; a cool iron if needed. This care routine helps preserve the recycled polyester micromesh fabric and the skirt's shape.

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/women-clothing/skirts/long/micromesh-maxi-skirt--11318-225480?colourId=0
Updated: August 8, 2026