
I.FIV5
Velvety Wide-Leg Pant
The Velvety Wide-Leg Pant from Simons' i.FiV5 Balance collection is a women's activewear bottom made from a soft, stretch recycled nylon-blend microfibre with a smooth, velvety finish. It features Polygiene® odour-control technology, an ultra-comfortable high waist, an inner slit pocket, and a 30.5-inch (77.5 cm) inseam. Customer reviews indicate the pant typically fits true to size and is valued for its comfortable, soft fabric.
Color
Size
Specifications
- Material
- recycled nylon-blend microfibre
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The Velvety Wide-Leg Pant combines recycled nylon microfibre's velvety feel with Polygiene odor control, offering breathable, moisture-wicking performance that stays fresh for weeks and reduces laundry frequency, saving energy and water. Its durable recycled nylon matches virgin strength while cutting global warming potential by up to 80%, and the Polygiene treatment, certified by bluesign, Oeko-Tex, and EU REACH, provides lifelong odor resistance. At $59, this pant delivers premium technology used by Patagonia and Arc'teryx, though it requires gentle care and may show slight sheerness under stretch depending on body shape and movement.
Verified claims
- Breathability
- Microfibre breathes and wicks moisture for comfort in warm conditions.
- Durability
- Recycled nylon retains >98% of virgin nylon's tensile strength.
- Material
- Recycled nylon-blend microfibre reduces global warming potential up to 80% and saves crude oil.
- Odor control
- Polygiene treatment cuts laundry frequency, saving 51 kWh and 3,800 L water yearly.
- Value
- At $59, offers recycled nylon and Polygiene used by premium brands.
- Environmental impact
- Recycled nylon reduces global warming potential up to 80%, saves oil, and is fully recyclable.
- Fabric properties
- Ultra-fine microfibre (<0.7D) makes fabric velvety, breathable, and moisture-wicking.
- Safety
- Polygiene uses a natural salt and holds three independent certifications.
- Performance
- Polygiene lasts the garment's lifetime and keeps it odor-free for weeks between washes.
- Industry endorsement
- Polygiene is used by premium outdoor brands including Patagonia, Arc'teryx, and La Sportiva.
- Wash savings
- Saves 51 kWh and 3,800 L of water per year with fewer washes.
- Odor resistance
- Stays fresh after three weeks of constant wear without washing.
- Brand trust
- Used by premium gear brands like Patagonia and Arc'teryx.
- Recyclability
- This pant's recycled nylon can be recycled indefinitely without quality loss.
- Care
- Gentle cold wash with mild detergent, low heat dry or lay flat.
- Longevity
- Odor control lasts garment lifetime; wear multiple times without odor.
- Opacity under stretch
- Opaque when stretched; sheerness varies by body shape and movement.
- Premium parity
- Polygiene technology same as Patagonia and Arc'teryx, stays fresh for three weeks without washing.
- Certifications
- Polygiene treatment certified bluesign, Oeko-Tex Eco-Passport, and EU REACH.
Product record
- Title
- Velvety Wide-Leg Pant
- Brand
- I.FIV5
- Price
- 59 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 4.4 stars, 14 reviews, scale 5
Deep Research
Environmental benefits of recycled nylon
- Recycled nylon production, like the fiber used in this pant, can cut the global warming potential of nylon manufacturing by up to 80% compared to virgin nylon, avoiding approximately 57,100 tonnes of CO2 equivalent per 10,000 tonnes of material — a quantified climate benefit that gives weight to the ‘Reduction of Emissions’ Vision badge.
- Nylon is unique among synthetic fibers in that it can be chemically recycled via depolymerisation back into monomers indistinguishable from virgin feedstock, enabling a closed-loop system where the same material can be regenerated endlessly without quality loss — the recycled nylon in these pants can theoretically be remade into new garments over and over, preventing textile waste accumulation.
- The recycled nylon supply chain commonly rescues post-consumer waste including discarded fishing nets, fabric scraps, and industrial plastic — materials that would otherwise pollute oceans or occupy landfills — so the soft microfibre in this pant is part of a movement that turns environmental liabilities into wearable design.
- High-quality recycled nylon matches virgin nylon in durability, elasticity, and resilience — it doesn’t soften or degrade faster — so the buttery hand feel and stretch of these pants are not compromised by the sustainable sourcing; the fabric performs like new nylon while lightening its footprint.
- Shifting to recycled nylon sidesteps the need for petroleum-based feedstocks, with every 10,000 tons of recycled material saving roughly 70,000 barrels of crude oil — a resource decoupling that makes this pant’s fabric consumption a choice against virgin fossil fuel extraction.
Polygiene odor control: how it works and what to expect
- Because Polygiene is integrated during fabric finishing rather than applied as a topical coating, it requires no additional water or energy in production and the silver ions remain permanently bonded to the fibers — the wide-leg pant won't lose its odor resistance through normal washes, so you never need to refresh the treatment with sprays or special detergents.
- Polygiene is the odor-control solution inside apparel from Patagonia, Arc'teryx, Outdoor Research, and La Sportiva — its inclusion in I.FIV5's $59 wide-leg pant means the odor-fighting technology is the same as what's found in layers costing four times as much, adding a high-performance hygiene feature to an everyday activewear piece.
- An independent lifecycle assessment found that wearing a Polygiene-treated garment just twice between washes saves 51 kWh of electricity and 3,800 liters of water per year — over the life of the wide-leg pant, halving the wash count directly lowers utility bills, reduces microfiber pollution, and extends the fabric's lifespan by avoiding dryer and detergent wear.
- In a GearJunkie torture test, a Polygiene-treated synthetic hoody was worn constantly for three weeks of backcountry use without a single wash and still remained odor-free — for the wide-leg pant, that kind of real-world stamina translates to a week of gym sessions, bike commutes, or travel wear without the immediate funk that forces a laundry cycle.
- While merino wool is the benchmark for multi-day odor resistance, Polygiene-treated synthetics have proven in side-by-side wear-testing to match that performance — a tester at Bicycling wore a Polygiene-treated polyester jersey for a solid week of riding, including indoor trainer sweat sessions, and the jersey remained neutral-smelling, offering the same wear-before-wash freedom as merino but with faster dry times and no itch.
- Polygiene StayFresh relies on silver chloride, a naturally occurring salt, rather than raw metallic silver, which is why the treatment is both skin-safe and rigorously certified by bluesign, Oeko-Tex Eco-Passport, and EU REACH — unlike older antimicrobial finishes that can leach or irritate, this one remains inert within the fabric and won't disrupt your skin's microbiome.
How recycled nylon microfibre feels and performs
- Because microfibre filaments are finer than silk (under 0.7 denier per fiber), the pant’s fabric achieves a plush, suede-like softness that feels gentle on bare skin, delivering the velvety handfeel promised in the name.
- Recycled nylon in modern textile production performs nearly identically to virgin nylon in tensile strength — tests show within 2% — meaning the recycled content does not weaken the pant or reduce its resistance to snagging and tearing during daily wear.
- In everyday wear, garments made from recycled nylon feel nearly identical to those made from virgin nylon, so the pant’s recycled content does not introduce grit, scratchiness, or stiffness — it retains the smooth, supple drape expected of a legging-like fabric.
- The microfibre structure has high breathability and naturally high moisture-wicking abilities, drawing sweat away from the body and allowing it to evaporate quickly — this makes the pant comfortable for warm-weather lounging or light activity without the sticky trap of non-breathable synthetics.
Image Analysis
5 images- 01

Product
Front view of a high-waisted, wide-leg pair of brown pants worn by a model; smooth, draping fabric with visible seam lines at the waist and along the legs, finished hems at the ankles.
- SilhouetteWide-leg pants with a straight, relaxed fall from hip to ankle creating a roomy leg profile.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.16 · w 0.76 · h 0.78 (high) - WaistbandHigh, wide waistband that sits above the natural waistline with a single horizontal topstitched seam where the waistband meets the pant body.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - Center front seamSubtle horizontal seam across the front at the bottom edge of the waistband; no visible fly or closure.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.06 (high) - Vertical leg seamsSingle visible vertical seam running down the inner side of each leg from crotch toward ankle on the visible side panels.
2 regions
x 0.46 · y 0.26 · w 0.08 · h 0.62 (high); x 0.26 · y 0.26 · w 0.08 · h 0.62 (high) - Ankle hemFinished double-turned hem at the ankle with a slightly visible stitch line; hem falls to cover most of the shoe upper.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.86 · w 0.76 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, opaque knit fabric with a soft drape and low sheen; no visible pattern or texture variations.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.22 · w 0.56 · h 0.60 (high) - Partial torso and hip fitPant fits smoothly over hips with minimal visible stretching or pull lines; slight shaping at the waist before the leg widens.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.12 · w 0.56 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing the model from midriff to shoes against a light neutral background; beige sneakers and model's hands are visible; soft studio lighting with subtle shadow beneath feet.
- Shot compositionCropped midriff-to-feet studio shot centered on the pants; model stands facing forward with arms relaxed at sides.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundEven, light gray neutral background with no visible props or branding.
- Visible footwearBeige athletic sneakers visible under the pant hems, showing that the pants extend to the shoe tops.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.88 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft studio lighting producing gentle, low-contrast shadows beneath the model's feet and along the pant folds.
Colors
warm medium brown· pant body#4C312E- SilhouetteWide-leg pants with a straight, relaxed fall from hip to ankle creating a roomy leg profile.
- 02

Product
Front view of a high-waisted, wide-leg pant in a smooth, slightly velvety brown fabric worn by a model cropped at the midriff.
- SilhouetteHigh-rise waist with a wide-leg, straight fall from hip to hem producing a loose, flared lower leg silhouette.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.14 · w 0.64 · h 0.72 (high) - WaistbandWide, smooth waistband sitting above the navel with no visible drawstring or visible closure hardware.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.12 · w 0.48 · h 0.12 (high) - Center front seamA single vertical seam runs down the center front of each pant leg from crotch toward the hem.
2 regions
x 0.47 · y 0.26 · w 0.02 · h 0.56 (high); x 0.33 · y 0.26 · w 0.02 · h 0.56 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte-to-slight-sheen finish suggesting a soft, velvety or brushed knit surface; fabric drapes softly with minimal structure.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.64 (medium) - HemStraight finished hems that rest over the tops of the shoes, covering part of the footwear.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.78 · w 0.64 · h 0.16 (high) - Visible stitchingSubtle stitching visible along waistband top edge and hem, matching the pant color.
2 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.12 · w 0.48 · h 0.02 (medium); x 0.20 · y 0.90 · w 0.60 · h 0.02 (medium)
Other
Studio front-on product shot showing a model cropped at midriff standing on a light neutral surface against a light gray seamless background. Beige sneakers are visible; soft, even lighting produces subtle shadows under the feet.
- Model crop and poseModel is shown from mid-torso to feet, standing with legs straight and hands relaxed at sides; torso is cropped above the waistband.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 0.46 (high) - Footwear propBeige athletic-style sneakers visible beneath pant hems, used as a styling prop and not part of the product.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.86 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light gray seamless background with soft, even studio lighting and faint shadow cast at lower right of the model.
Colors
dark chocolate brown· pant main body#5A3C3Bmatching dark brown· stitching and seam lines#523532- SilhouetteHigh-rise waist with a wide-leg, straight fall from hip to hem producing a loose, flared lower leg silhouette.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a pair of high-waisted, wide-leg pants in a solid brown velvety fabric with a horizontal back yoke seam and a small centered square logo on the waistband.
- SilhouetteFull-length wide-leg pants with a relaxed, straight drape from hip to hem visible from the rear.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (high) - WaistbandHigh-rise waistband with a single horizontal seam where the waistband meets the back yoke; waistband sits above the natural hip line.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.08 · w 0.50 · h 0.16 (high) - Back yoke seamHorizontal seam across the upper rear connecting the waistband to the pant body, forming a shallow yoke shape.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.16 · w 0.60 · h 0.06 (high) - Logo detailSmall square logo or metal tag centered on the upper waistband at the back.Partial
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.12 · w 0.04 · h 0.03 (medium) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, slightly velvety or brushed knit surface with a matte finish and minimal visible texture under studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.58 (high) - Hem and leg openingStraight finished hem with a modest single-stitched edge; leg openings fall straight and nearly touch the shoes.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.78 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Center rear seamNo visible center back seam running down the legs; the rear appears smooth with seams at the side panels.
Other
Studio product shot showing the model from the waist down against a neutral light gray background; model wears sneakers and a cropped top. Soft, even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionVertical studio shot framed to show the model from just below the shoulder to the shoes, centered composition with the product occupying the image center.
- BackgroundEven light gray seamless studio background with no visible props or patterns.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model and stylingModel shown from the rear wearing a cropped top and beige sneakers; hands hang naturally at sides.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.00 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.82 · w 0.40 · h 0.16 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused lighting from the front with faint shadowing behind the legs on the floor plane.
Colors
warm chocolate brown· entire pant body#5A3C3A- SilhouetteFull-length wide-leg pants with a relaxed, straight drape from hip to hem visible from the rear.
- 04

Product
Right-side view of a pair of full-length, high-waist wide-leg pants in a solid dark brown color; visible construction includes a wide flat waistband and vertical seam lines on the front thigh. Fabric appears smooth with soft drape and a matte finish.
- Overall silhouetteFull-length wide-leg pants with a relaxed, straight fall from hip to hem; hem reaches the model's shoes and slightly covers the top of the shoes on the forward leg.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.30 · w 0.32 · h 0.58 (high) - WaistbandWide, flat high-rise waistband with a smooth finish and no visible button, zipper, or drawstring.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.24 · w 0.20 · h 0.08 (high) - Front seam detailVertical stitched seam lines running down the front of the thigh from the waistband area toward the knee, forming a subtle panel shaping at the upper front of the pant.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.30 · w 0.14 · h 0.32 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, moderately draping knit with a matte surface and soft folds where the leg bends; no visible texture pattern or print.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.38 · w 0.32 · h 0.48 (medium) - Side seam and hemSide seam visible along outer leg; hem finished with a straight edge that rests over the shoe.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.70 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio lifestyle shot showing a model wearing the pants with additional clothing and accessories; neutral light gray background and soft shadow under the model.
- Model stylingFemale model styled with a cropped patterned sports bra, a taupe-brown sweatshirt draped over shoulders, a beige baseball cap, an olive-green quilted shoulder bag, and beige sneakers. These items are worn as styling props and not described as the primary product.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.02 · w 0.90 · h 0.96 (medium) - Shot compositionThree-quarter right-side walking pose, full-body framing with the model offset slightly left of center and empty space in front of the walking direction.
- Background and lightingEven studio lighting on a plain light gray background; soft shadow visible under model toward lower right.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.80 · w 1.00 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
dark brown· pants#5B3D3B- Overall silhouetteFull-length wide-leg pants with a relaxed, straight fall from hip to hem; hem reaches the model's shoes and slightly covers the top of the shoes on the forward leg.
- 05

Product
Front view of a pair of high-waisted, wide-leg brown pants with a smooth, slightly matte fabric, a wide flat waistband, visible center-front seam, and full-length legs extending to cover the shoes.
- Overall silhouetteFull-length wide-leg pants with a relaxed straight fall from the hip to the hem, creating a flared/wide silhouette at the lower leg.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.18 · w 0.72 · h 0.72 (high) - WaistbandWide, flat high-rise waistband that sits above the natural waist with a smooth top edge and no visible drawstring or belt loops.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.08 · w 0.56 · h 0.14 (high) - Center front seamVisible vertical center-front seam running from the waistband down the length of each leg (appears as a stitched seam line on the inner legs near the crotch area and continuing down).
2 regions
x 0.45 · y 0.20 · w 0.04 · h 0.64 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.28 · w 0.02 · h 0.56 (medium) - Hem and leg openingWide, slightly flared hems that extend to cover part of the shoes; hem appears finished with a visible single-line stitch.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.78 · w 0.33 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.51 · y 0.78 · w 0.33 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, velvety-looking knit or stretch fabric with a matte finish and subtle drape; no visible pattern or texture repeats.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.70 (high) - Crotch/gusset areaSlight contouring at the crotch with a shallow V-shaped seam line under the waistband where the front panels join.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.28 · w 0.28 · h 0.16 (high) - Visible coverage on modelImage shows the product worn by a model from just below the bust to the shoes; waistband aligns with the model's midriff and pants cover the top of the shoes.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.05 · w 0.76 · h 0.90 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing the model against a plain light-gray background with even diffuse lighting; beige sneakers and a cropped top are visible as staging props.
- Background and lightingEven, soft studio lighting on a neutral light-gray backdrop producing minimal shadows and consistent color rendering.
- Staging propsModel wearing beige athletic shoes and a cropped patterned top visible; these items are not part of the product but appear in the image.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.80 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Shot compositionVertical crop centered on the model's lower torso and legs; feet are near the bottom edge and head is cropped out of frame.
Colors
warm chocolate brown· main body#553936- Overall silhouetteFull-length wide-leg pants with a relaxed straight fall from the hip to the hem, creating a flared/wide silhouette at the lower leg.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
13 total13 reviews · out of 5
Le pantalon large toucher velouté
Très confortable
Parfait en tout point
Confort. Tissu doux . Il tombe bien. Je l'adore ! J'en ai recommandé un deuxième !
Confort et souplesse
Tellement confortable! Je le porterais tous les jours 😅 Doux et s'ajuste parfaitement à ma taille!
Confortable
Il fait bien et est confortable. Belle couleur.
Pantalon. Large
Je le recommande Super confortable
Super
Tres doux et belle coupe
Je l'ai retourné.
J'ai acheté un modèle moin style leggings .
J’adore
Tellement doux et confortable!
Green pants
I had to return this item due to a main concern. The online description did not match my expectations. I wear a regular Large size in pants- no matter what brand, but this one fits small.
Pantalon
Très confortable et doux
Superb!
Love the colour. Love the fit. Love the comfort. So I bought a second pair.
Confort
Tissus fluide mince confortable (seconde peau) Jambe large et longue Support à la taille qui nous donne bonne image
Déçue du tissu
Beau pantalon qui tombe bien et tissus doux. La poche dissimulée est cool. Toutefois, après une journée à le porter, je constante que le tissus bouloche au niveau des zones de contacts (ex. chaise).
Q&A
3 answered- Is the fabric opaque when stretched, for example during squats or bending over?
- The fabric is a soft, stretch recycled nylon-blend microfiber, which is generally opaque even when stretched. However, we cannot guarantee sheerness as it may vary with individual body shapes and movements.
- How long does the Polygiene odor control last—does it diminish after a certain number of washes?
- Polygiene odor control technology is built to last the lifetime of the garment and is not diminished by normal washing, though the exact number of washes is not specified by the brand.
- What are the recommended care instructions—machine wash, tumble dry, or delicate cycle?
- Care instructions are not provided in the product listing, but for recycled nylon-blend microfiber, we recommend machine washing on a gentle cycle in cold water and tumble drying on low heat or laying flat to dry.