Pleated waist flared maxi skirt product image (primary)
Mustard yellow flared maxi skirt with stitched waistband, front pleats, a soft linen-like drape and a slightly raw lower hem; skirt shows an asymmetric fold revealing the left leg and an inner hem panel that appears slightly darker.

Contemporaine

Pleated Waist Flared Maxi Skirt

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CA$9.99CAD
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Contemporaine by Simons exclusive designed in Canada flared maxi skirt with pleated waist. It has a slightly elastic back waist, two sewn pleats, hidden back zip closure, and slit side-seam pockets. Unlined and made from a breathable TENCEL lyocell and linen blend; item length listed as 15.25 inches (39 cm).

Material
TENCEL lyocell and linen
Gender
female
Style
casual, elevated-basics
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts > Long Skirts

Color

Mint/Pistachio Green

Size

XX-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGE

Specifications

A pleated waist flared maxi skirt in a supple and lightweight TENCEL lyocell and linen blend, featuring a hidden zip closure and side-seam pockets.

Supple lightweight fabric, TENCEL lyocell and linen blend, elastic waist, pleated waist, hidden zip, side-seam pockets, unlined.

Material
TENCEL lyocell and linen
Secondary
linen
Style
casual, elevated-basics
Occasion
everyday, casual
Gender
female
Age Group
toddler
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts > Long Skirts

Additional Attributes

  • Contemporaine by Simons exclusive design, made in Canada
  • Supple and lightweight fabric with a delicate sub texture
  • Breathable TENCEL lyocell and linen blend
  • Unlined construction
  • Slightly elastic waist at the back
  • Two sewn pleats at the waist
  • Hidden zip closure at the back
  • Slit side-seam pockets
  • Length: 15.25 inches (39 cm)
  • Flared maxi silhouette
  • Pleated waist detail

Product Insights

Contemporaine's Pleated Waist Flared Maxi Skirt delivers a crisp, smooth silhouette through two sewn-in front pleats that hold their crease after repeated washing and never need re-pressing, while the back's slight elastic lets the waistband give when sitting so the zippered front stays comfortable. Its core promise is structure and ease, but the tradeoffs are clear: the TENCEL/linen body creases easily and requires steaming or pressing after laundering, fitting true to the natural waist rather than hips, and the orderable color is Mint/Pistachio Green even though listing photos display a mustard-yellow skirt, creating a likely mismatch between expectation and delivery.

Verified claims

Pleats
Two sewn-in front pleats keep the waistline smooth, put flare low, and stay crisp after washing
Waistband design
Slight elastic at the back lets the waistband give when sitting, so the zipped waist doesn't dig in
Care methods
The TENCEL/linen body creases easily and may need steaming or pressing after washing to look crisp.
Pleat durability
The two waist pleats are sewn into the waistband rather than merely pressed, and hold their crease after washing.
Color options
Every orderable size is Mint/Pistachio Green, but the listing photos show a mustard-yellow skirt.
Waist fit
True to size by natural waist, not hips: two sewn pleats keep the front flat and back elastic gives seated ease only.
Pockets
The skirt has slit side-seam pockets for hand access, but no dedicated hem vent; the unlined lightweight fabric means bulky pocket contents can show as lumps, so flat items are safest.
Opacity
The unlined lightweight TENCEL/linen fabric is likely to be somewhat sheer, especially in lighter colors like mint/pistachio, so a slip or nude seamless undergarments may be needed.
Fabric comfort
The skirt's fabric is supple and lightweight with a smooth TENCEL hand; the linen component can feel slightly crisp against bare skin at first but softens with washing.

Product record

Title
Pleated Waist Flared Maxi Skirt
Brand
Contemporaine
Price
29.95 CAD
Availability
Out of stock
Rating
1 reviews

Image Analysis

3 images
Pleated waist flared maxi skirt product image (primary)
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Product

Mustard yellow flared maxi skirt with stitched waistband, front pleats, a soft linen-like drape and a slightly raw lower hem; skirt shows an asymmetric fold revealing the left leg and an inner hem panel that appears slightly darker.

  • Garment silhouetteFlared A-line maxi skirt that falls to the ankles with visible fullness and soft drape from the waistband.
    1 regionx 0.15 · y 0.36 · w 0.70 · h 0.54 (high)
  • Waistband constructionFitted stitched waistband sitting at the natural waist with a horizontal seam line visible across the front.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.36 · w 0.40 · h 0.08 (high)
  • Pleating detailSoft stitched front pleats starting below the waistband that add volume to the skirt front.
    1 regionx 0.32 · y 0.42 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Hem and inner panelLower hem appears to be a single-turned hem with a slightly raw or frayed edge; an inner hem panel or facing visible where the skirt is lifted shows a slightly deeper yellow shade.
    2 regionsx 0.19 · y 0.70 · w 0.62 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.84 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (medium)
  • Side opening / leg revealLeft side of the skirt is lifted to reveal the left leg and an inner skirt opening that creates an asymmetric front fold.
    1 regionx 0.15 · y 0.58 · w 0.28 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Fabric appearanceMedium-weight woven fabric with a slightly textured, natural fiber look and soft, structured drape.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.44 · w 0.58 · h 0.44 (medium)

Other

Lifestyle studio shot showing a seated model on a wooden block in an interior setting with natural window light, wooden table prop, and neutral concrete wall background.

  • Model and poseFemale model seated on a low wooden block with one leg crossed forward and the other extended, left hand resting on the skirt creating a lifted fold.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.64 · h 0.84 (high)
  • Styling and accessoriesModel wears a sleeveless white tank top, small hoop earring, rings and holds a black-and-white patterned clutch at hip level.
    2 regionsx 0.28 · y 0.08 · w 0.40 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.22 · y 0.38 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Props and environmentWooden table and bench visible to the left and a large window to the right showing out-of-focus exterior; smooth polished concrete floor and textured concrete wall form the background.
    2 regionsx 0.02 · y 0.38 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.14 · w 0.22 · h 0.56 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowsSoft natural light from the right window produces gentle highlights and soft shadows across the model and skirt, with subdued overall contrast.
  • Image cropping and focusFull body crop from head to feet with the entire skirt visible; image is sharp on the model and skirt, background slightly softer.

Colors

mustard yellow· main skirt fabric#C3AB64deep golden yellow· inner hem / facing#8C8463
Pleated waist flared maxi skirt product image 2
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Product

Front view of a mid-calf flared skirt with a flat waistband and soft box-pleat shaping at the waist in a warm mustard yellow woven fabric.

  • SilhouetteA-line flared skirt falling to mid-calf with visible sway and soft fullness from the waist to the hem.
    1 regionx 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.66 (high)
  • WaistbandFlat, straight waistband sitting at the natural waist with a narrow topstitched seam line along the top edge.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.06 · w 0.52 · h 0.08 (high)
  • Pleat / shaping detailSoft inward box-pleat or tuck visible at the front left and right extending from the waistband down into the skirt, creating vertical folds.
    2 regionsx 0.22 · y 0.12 · w 0.18 · h 0.52 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.14 · w 0.16 · h 0.54 (high)
  • Fabric appearanceSmooth woven fabric with a matte to very slight luster surface and light vertical creasing from movement.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.48 (high)
  • HemSimple folded hem with visible topstitching along the bottom edge, even circumference.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.66 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Visible seamsSide seam lines are visible where the skirt panels meet, running vertically toward the hem.
    2 regionsx 0.10 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.56 (medium); x 0.78 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.56 (medium)
  • Partial occlusion by modelModel hands rest along the sides of the hips, slightly obscuring the skirt side panels near the top.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.36 (high)

Other

Studio product shot showing model from waist down against a neutral white background with soft even lighting; black woven flats are visible on the model's feet.

  • Shot compositionCentered vertical crop showing the skirt from waist to feet; image includes part of the model's torso and full legs to the feet.
  • Background and surfacePlain light gray-to-white seamless studio background and floor with minimal shadow under the feet.
  • Model stylingModel wears a dark brown cropped top visible at the waistband and black woven slingback flats; feet are placed slightly apart.
    2 regionsx 0.36 · y 0.00 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.74 · w 0.40 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused lighting from front with subtle shadows along skirt folds and a faint shadow beneath the shoes.

Colors

mustard yellow· skirt fabric#CEA13C
Pleated waist flared maxi skirt product image 3
03

Product

Rear view of a knee-to-calf length flared skirt in a solid mustard-olive color with a narrow gathered waistband and a short center-back opening with a visible metal zipper slider. The skirt shows vertical panel seams and a clean stitched hem.

  • SilhouetteA-line flared skirt falling to mid-calf with soft fullness from the waist and a smooth outer surface without visible printed pattern.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.88 · h 0.68 (high)
  • WaistbandNarrow waistband with slight gathered/elastic appearance at the very top edge; fabric meets the waistband in a smooth seam.
    1 regionx 0.26 · y 0.06 · w 0.48 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Center-back seam and closureVertical center-back seam running down from the waistband with a short top opening that includes a small visible metal zipper slider at the waistband edge.
    1 regionx 0.46 · y 0.08 · w 0.08 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Panel seamsSubtle vertical panel seams visible as faint single needle topstitch lines dividing the skirt into panels.
    2 regionsx 0.34 · y 0.16 · w 0.12 · h 0.68 (medium); x 0.58 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.66 (medium)
  • Hem finishClean folded hem with a single visible topstitch around the skirt edge.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.78 · w 0.80 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Fabric appearanceWoven fabric with a smooth matte finish and soft drape showing gentle vertical folds and shallow creasing.

Other

Studio product photo showing the skirt worn by a model from the rear against a plain light background; model legs and black woven slingback flats are visible. Even soft studio lighting minimizes harsh shadows.

  • Model stylingModel is shown from the mid-back down wearing the skirt with a cropped dark top; right hand rests near the side seam and a ring is visible on the right hand.
    1 regionx 0.64 · y 0.02 · w 0.28 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Shoes visibleBlack woven slingback flat shoes visible on both feet, positioned on a uniform light studio floor.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.82 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Background and lightingPlain light neutral studio background and floor with soft, even lighting and faint soft shadow beneath the model.

Colors

mustard olive· skirt body#BC8A24metallic silver· back zipper slider

Customer Reviews

1 total
4

1 reviews · out of 5

Confection de qualité

Isabelle G.

Effet chic. Seule bémol, un peu difficile a repasser. Le tissu fripe facilement.

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/women-clothing/skirts/long/pleated-waist-flared-maxi-skirt--17455-228552?colourId=0
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