Icône
Front-Slit Faux-Leather Straight Skirt
3/5 (2)
CA$69.00CAD
In Stock
This is a straight-fit faux-leather midi skirt with a front slit, designed in Canada under the Icône by Simons label. It is made from polyester derived from recycled plastic bottles, featuring a supple, stretch faux-leather exterior with a soft faux-suede underside, along with topstitched seams, scissor-cut edging, an offset front slit, and a hidden back zip closure. The size small measures 27.5 inches (70 cm) in length.
- Material
- Polyester from recycled plastic bottles with faux-suede underside
- Gender
- female
- Style
- slim-fit, sheath, edgy
Color
BlackChocolate/EspressoTaupe
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-SMALLX-LARGE
Specifications
A straight faux-leather skirt with a front slit, made from recycled polyester with a soft faux-suede underside.
Supple stretch faux leather with soft faux-suede underside, topstitched seams, and hidden back zip closure.
- Material
- Polyester from recycled plastic bottles with faux-suede underside
- Style
- slim-fit, sheath, edgy
- Occasion
- work, business-casual, date-night, party
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Additional Attributes
- Supple and stretch faux leather
- Made with polyester from recycled plastic bottles
- Soft faux-suede underside
- Straight and slim fit
- Topstitched seams
- Offset slit at the front
- Scissor-cut edging for a raw finish
- Hidden zip closure at the back
- Length: 27.5 inches (70 cm)
- Exclusive design in Canada (Icône by Simons)
Product Insights
Icône's Front-Slit Faux-Leather Straight Skirt is a midi made from recycled polyester with a built-in suede backing for warmth and anti-cling, eliminating the need for a separate slip. Its topstitched seams and scissor-cut raw edge provide a durable, fray-proof, high-fashion finish that retains shape, while an offset front slit reduces gaping and enables movement. The skirt adds lightweight warmth without bulk, resists wrinkling and ride-up, but traps heat—best for cool weather or air-conditioned spaces—and requires spot cleaning. At 69 CAD, it offers 11 more inches than Icône's mini for just 10 CAD more, designed in Canada and exclusive to Simons.
Verified claims
- Lining
- Built-in suede backing provides warmth and anti-cling, ideal for cooler weather.
- Construction
- Topstitched seams and fray-proof raw edges give a durable, high-fashion finish.
- Raw-edge design
- Scissor-cut raw edge is a deliberate deconstructed detail, typical of high-end fashion.
- Raw-edge practicality
- Raw edge won't fray or add bulk, maintaining sleek silhouette and stretch.
- Underlayer
- Built-in faux-suede lining prevents stickiness and the need for a separate slip.
- Fit
- Adds lightweight warmth and resists wrinkling and ride-up without extra bulk.
- Front slit
- Offset front slit distributes stretch evenly, reducing gaping and enabling natural movement.
- Seam and hem finishing
- Topstitched seams and scissor-cut hem preserve the straight silhouette without bulk.
- Offset slit
- Offset slit prevents fabric from pulling taut at a single point during movement.
- Stitching and hem
- Topstitching and raw hem reinforce edges to prevent rolling and keep the silhouette sleek.
- Shape retention
- Topstitched seams keep the skirt's straight shape through repeated wear.
- Detailing
- Topstitched seams add a premium sportswear-inspired texture.
- Breathability
- The faux leather traps heat and is best for cool weather or air-conditioned spaces.
- Care
- Spot clean with damp cloth and mild detergent, then hang to dry.
- Low maintenance
- Low maintenance: no fraying, wrinkle-resistant, self-lined, seams stay shaped.
- Material
- Both the shell and suede underside are recycled polyester from plastic bottles.
- Eco-benefit
- Recycled polyester diverts plastic bottles and lowers virgin petroleum use.
- Design origin
- Designed in Canada, exclusive to Simons.
- Value
- Costs only 10 CAD more than Icône's mini but is 11 inches longer.
- Comfort
- Soft faux-suede underside eliminates sticky feel, lining bunching, and clinging.
Product record
- Title
- Front-Slit Faux-Leather Straight Skirt
- Brand
- Icône
- Price
- 69 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
The purpose of the faux-suede underside
- The brushed reverse traps a thin layer of insulating air without adding the weight of a separate lining, so the skirt feels substantially warmer than unlined faux leather while remaining sleek and lightweight — a functional boon for air-conditioned offices or evening wear.
- The plush underside is spun from polyester derived from recycled plastic bottles, so the part of the skirt that touches your skin carries a meaningful sustainability story without sacrificing the rich, suedelike hand.
- Rather than attaching a separate lining, the fabric itself is finished with a suedelike reverse that feels soft against skin and eliminates the risk of a lining bunching up or peeking out at the front slit.
Scissor-cut raw edging: look and longevity
- Because faux leather is a non-woven sheet rather than a woven textile, its cut edges won't unravel — the scissor-cut hem stays clean and intact indefinitely, making the raw finish a low-maintenance design feature rather than a durability concern.
- The juxtaposition of the skirt's topstitched seam lines with the raw, scissor-cut hem creates a deliberate hi-low construction detail that makes the garment read as intentionally designed rather than incomplete.
Value at 69 CAD: how it compares
- The hem and slit are finished with a scissor-cut raw edge that deliberately forgoes a turned hem or binding, creating a deconstructed, architectural detail that at 69 CAD brings a high-fashion language into an accessible tier — a design move more typical of contemporary collections priced well above 100 CAD.
- The faux leather is made from recycled polyester derived from plastic bottles — a sustainability feature rarely found in faux leather skirts under 80 CAD, where virgin synthetic blends are the norm, so eco-conscious buyers get a material upgrade without paying a premium for it.
- The bonded faux-suede underside adds a tactile, breathable-like backing that eliminates the plastic-on-skin stickiness of unlined faux leather — a Chicwish pleated faux leather skirt at a similar price explicitly skips lining entirely, so this skirt’s integrated backing makes it genuinely wearable without a slip.
- Topstitching along the seams reinforces the slim silhouette and introduces a sportswear-inspired textural accent that gives the faux leather a premium, garment-finished look — a construction detail that often disappears in cheaper glued or pressed-seam faux leather skirts.
- As an Icône by Simons exclusive designed in Canada, the 69 CAD purchase supports a domestic creative supply chain rather than a generic offshore private-label — for a Canadian buyer, that local design provenance distinguishes it from imported fast-fashion skirts selling at the same price.
- At 69 CAD for 27.5 inches, this midi costs only 10 CAD more than the brand's own 16.5-inch faux-leather mini (59 CAD), effectively delivering over half a foot of extra length and significantly more fabric for a modest premium — making it the clear value play for a more versatile, office-to-evening silhouette.
Stretch faux leather in a straight silhouette
- The asymmetrical front slit prevents the fabric from pulling taut at a single center point during walking or sitting, distributing stretch more evenly across the front panels and reducing the stress that can cause a center slit to gape or the leather to crease.
- Topstitching along the seams reinforces the stretch fabric, preventing the seams from rolling or stretching out over time and helping the skirt maintain its crisp, straight shape through repeated wear.
- The raw, scissor-cut edge eliminates folded hems that can create bulk, so the stretch fabric hangs without interruption and the silhouette remains sleek even at the slit and hemline.
- The soft faux-suede backing adds a thin layer of structure that helps the stretch fabric resist wrinkling and prevents the skirt from clinging or riding up, so the fit stays polished from office to evening.
- The polyester-based faux leather has an engineered stretch that lets the skirt contour to the body without the rigid, unforgiving feel of non-stretch leather, so the slim silhouette hugs comfortably while still holding a clean line.
How recycled polyester faux leather performs
- A soft faux-suede underside made from the same recycled polyester gives the skirt a plush interior finish that feels smooth against tights or bare skin and eliminates the scratchiness that can occur with unlined faux leather — effectively acting as a built-in lining.
- The skirt's base fabric is spun from post-consumer plastic bottles, diverting waste from landfills and reducing the demand for virgin petroleum — a meaningful sustainability upgrade over standard polyester faux leathers that carry a higher fossil-fuel burden.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A model wearing a straight faux-leather midi skirt with a prominent front center slit; visible garment shows smooth leather-look finish, panel seams, and angled slit edges.
- Skirt silhouetteHigh-waist straight pencil midi skirt with a front center slit that opens from above the knee to the hem, slit edges cut with slight angle causing an overlapping front flap appearance.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.40 · w 0.40 · h 0.50 (high) - Material and finishSmooth faux-leather material with low to medium sheen visible on front panels and seams, showing directional light reflections.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.48 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high) - Panel constructionHorizontal seam across the skirt near mid-thigh creating an upper and lower panel; vertical seam lines slightly visible at center and side.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.50 · w 0.44 · h 0.22 (high) - Visible accessories on waist/handModel's right hand rests on the skirt near the pocket area with rings visible on fingers touching the skirt edge.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.48 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Lifestyle studio shot showing a full-body model against a plain light beige background holding a matching bag; lighting casts a soft shadow to the model's right rear.
- Top garmentOpen-front long-sleeve blouse or jacket in a warm brown lace with a floral pattern, collarless neckline and scalloped trim visible along the open front.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.07 · w 0.42 · h 0.42 (high) - Handheld bagLarge soft-structured clutch or tote in dark brown leather-look material held in the model's left hand and tucked under the arm.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.46 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - FootwearPointed-toe slingback heels in black with a low-cut vamp; shoes visible on both feet with model standing in a crossed-leg pose.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.82 · w 0.52 · h 0.13 (high) - Accessories and stylingModel wears large dark sunglasses and hoop earrings; long wavy hair worn loose over shoulders.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.00 · w 0.36 · h 0.20 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light beige studio background with a soft shadow cast behind the model toward the right side, consistent directional lighting from camera-left.
Colors
dark chocolate brown· skirt#3B231Dwarm ochre brown· jacketdark brown· bagblack· shoes- Skirt silhouetteHigh-waist straight pencil midi skirt with a front center slit that opens from above the knee to the hem, slit edges cut with slight angle causing an overlapping front flap appearance.
- 02
Product
Right-side view of a dark brown faux-leather midi skirt with a straight silhouette and a high waist; visible front slit on the right leg and a horizontal seam across the upper skirt.
- SilhouetteStraight, midi-length skirt falling below the knee with a fitted waist and a smooth, slightly structured drape
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.08 · w 0.66 · h 0.60 (high) - Material finishSmooth faux-leather surface with a subtle glossy sheen and soft highlights along curved areas
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.14 · w 0.52 · h 0.46 (high) - Waistband and top seamHigh waistband with a visible vertical side seam at the right hip and a horizontal seam running around the skirt at mid-hip level
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.08 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high) - Front slitStraight front slit opening located on the right front panel, showing bare leg through the slit and ending several inches above the hem
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.34 · w 0.16 · h 0.42 (high) - HemClean straight hem with no visible topstitching along the bottom edge
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.56 · w 0.50 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Styled on a model against a neutral cream background with visible styling elements including a lace top and pointed slingback shoes; soft directional lighting casts a shadow to the right.
- Model styling visibleModel torso partially visible wearing a textured lace blouse in a brown-olive tone tucked to reveal the skirt waistband
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.46 · h 0.18 (high) - Shoes and lower legsModel wearing pointed black slingback flats with a metallic gold accent at the toe; bare lower legs visible
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.58 · w 0.46 · h 0.34 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light cream wall and floor creating a continuous backdrop; soft directional light from left produces a shadow on the right wall
- Shot compositionCropped three-quarter view from mid-torso to shoes focusing on skirt details and slit
Colors
dark brown· skirt#39251E- SilhouetteStraight, midi-length skirt falling below the knee with a fitted waist and a smooth, slightly structured drape
- 03
Product
Rear view of a midi-length straight faux-leather skirt in a dark brown glossy finish with visible horizontal and vertical panel seams and a fitted waistband.
- SilhouetteMidi-length straight skirt shown from the rear, fitted through the hips and falling straight toward the hem.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.66 (high) - Material and finishSmooth faux-leather material with a subtle glossy sheen and soft reflected highlights on the rear panels.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.14 · w 0.58 · h 0.54 (high) - Waistband and upper constructionFitted waistband visible at the top rear with two vertical shaping seams/darts running down from the waistband into the upper skirt.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.09 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high) - Panel seamsHorizontal seam encircling the skirt slightly below mid-hip and a vertical center-back seam running from waistband toward the hem.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.36 · w 0.60 · h 0.28 (high) - HemStraight finished hem that falls below knee level, visible as a clean edge against the background.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.62 · w 0.48 · h 0.14 (high) - Color appearanceUniform dark brown color across panels, consistent with a single-tone finish.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.16 · w 0.56 · h 0.56 (high) - OcclusionLower back of the skirt is partially occluded by the model's legs and shadow at the hem area.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.66 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing model wearing the skirt with a mustard lace top and black slingback heels, plain light beige background and soft directional lighting from the left creating a shadow on the wall.
- Model stylingModel shown from mid-back to feet wearing a mustard lace long-sleeve top tucked into the skirt; hands rest at sides with jewelry visible on fingers.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 0.28 (high) - FootwearBlack low-heel slingback shoes visible on model, positioned on a smooth floor surface.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.70 · w 0.50 · h 0.26 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light beige wall and floor with soft directional lighting producing a diffuse shadow of the model on the right wall.
- Shot compositionRear three-quarter frame centered on the skirt, image cropped above the waist and including legs and shoes.
Colors
dark chocolate brown· skirt body#36221B- SilhouetteMidi-length straight skirt shown from the rear, fitted through the hips and falling straight toward the hem.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
2 total3
2 reviews · out of 5
Not big booty friendly
★★★★★Alyssa B.
Too tight. Simon’s needs to carry larger sizes. The slit in the front is cute but the skirt is too tight so it doesn’t look good when you have more curves.
Jupe en cuir
★★★★★Chantale L.
Très confortable et fidèle à sa taille Je l’adore
Q&A
3 answered- What are the care instructions for this skirt?
- We recommend spot cleaning with a damp cloth and mild detergent, and hanging to dry. Avoid machine washing or soaking, as it may damage the faux leather and suede underside.
- Is the faux leather material breathable, or does it trap heat?
- This faux leather material is made from polyester with a soft faux-suede underside, which typically does not breathe well and can trap heat. It's best suited for cooler weather or air-conditioned environments.
- Does the faux leather have a smooth or textured finish?
- The skirt features a supple, stretch faux leather with a smooth finish on the outer side, and a soft faux-suede underside for a comfortable feel.