Djab
Recycled Cotton 6" Deck Short Regular Fit
CA$29.95CAD
In Stock
These are men's regular-fit deck shorts with a 6-inch inseam, featuring a stretch recycled cotton blend fabric for comfort and durability. They have an elastic waistband with zip fly and button closure, slash hand pockets, and a single flap back pocket. Suitable for casual wear and warm-weather activities, they offer a relaxed fit and mid-thigh length.
- Material
- Recycled cotton blend
- Style
- casual, regular-fit, relaxed-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Color
OxfordKhaki/Sage/Olive
Size
X-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
Stretch recycled cotton deck shorts with elastic waistband and relaxed regular fit.
Stretch fabric, elastic waistband, zip fly and button closure, slash hand pockets, single flap back pocket, 6-inch inseam.
- Material
- Recycled cotton blend
- Style
- casual, regular-fit, relaxed-fit
- Occasion
- casual, everyday
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Additional Attributes
- stretch fabric made from recycled cotton blend
- elastic waistband
- zip fly and button closure
- slash hand pockets
- single flap back pocket
- relaxed regular fit
- mid-thigh length
- 6-inch inseam
Product Insights
Djab's Recycled Cotton 6" Deck Short, marked down from $69 to $29.95, uses 55% reprocessed cotton to cut water demand by over 90% versus virgin cotton, while spandex stretch and a hybrid elastic waistband with zip fly provide chino polish, prevent sagging, and resist pinching. The tradeoff: pilling from recycled fibers reads as intentional washed-in charm on the relaxed silhouette, requiring cold gentle washing to extend lifespan.
Verified claims
- Sale price
- Sale price $29.95 is a clearance markdown from $69 for a house-brand short.
- Fit
- 55% reprocessed cotton blend: recycled content cuts water footprint over 90%, stretch provides recovery, pilling adds worn-in character.
- Stretch
- Stretch fabric resists pinching and binding during movement and recovers to prevent sagging at knees and seat.
- Patina
- Pilling reads as intentional washed-in charm on the relaxed deck short silhouette.
- Wear experience
- Shorts feel broken-in from first wear and resist bagging from spandex.
- Environmental footprint
- Recycled cotton cuts water demand by over 90% versus virgin cotton.
- Hybrid waist
- Elastic waistband with zip fly and button blends comfort and chino-style polish.
- Care
- To preserve fit and fabric, wash cold on gentle cycle and tumble dry low.
- Pilling aesthetic
- Minor pilling reads as intentional washed-in charm on a relaxed deck short.
- Water savings
- Recycled cotton avoids over 90% of the irrigation water needed for virgin cotton.
- Durability
- Stretch fibers and recommended care help these shorts last longer despite recycled cotton's shorter fibers.
- Wear frequency
- Elastic waistband and relaxed fit make these shorts comfortable for both lounging and social settings, encouraging frequent wear.
- Shape retention
- 2% spandex and elastic waistband prevent bagging at knees and seat.
- Flexibility
- Full-garment stretch resists pinching during walking, stairs, bending.
- Inseam
- 6-inch inseam sits above the knee, aligning with current shorts trends.
Product record
- Title
- Recycled Cotton 6" Deck Short Regular Fit
- Brand
- Djab
- Price
- 69 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How the relaxed regular fit compares
- A 6-inch inseam lands at the upper mid-thigh on average-height men, staying well above the knee for a classic deck short silhouette that maximizes leg exposure and cools you down in warm weather, while remaining modest enough for casual settings.
- The relaxed regular fit offers more room through the seat and thigh compared to a slim or straight cut, striking a balance for athletic builds or men who prefer extra space, while avoiding the billowy excess of a loose fit—making it a comfortable all-day casual short for a range of body types.
- The stretch in the recycled cotton blend extends flexibility throughout the entire garment, not just the waist, which means the shorts resist pinching or binding during active movements like walking, climbing stairs, or bending over—a practical benefit for a casual short you might wear all day.
- The elastic waistband stretches to accommodate minor size fluctuations while the zip fly and button closure keep the front looking structured—so the shorts have the give of pull-on styles without losing the polished appearance of a traditional flat-front chino short.
How recycled cotton blend holds up over time
- Recycled cotton’s short fibers work to the surface over time, forming a soft halo of pills that, on a relaxed-cut deck short, tend to read as intentional washed-in charm rather than premature deterioration — aligning with the casual, lived-in aesthetic that a mid-thigh, elastic-waist short is meant to project.
- The mechanical recycling process shreds cotton waste back to fiber, reducing the staple length to roughly 12–15 mm compared to the 25–35 mm typical of virgin upland cotton, which drops yarn tensile strength by up to 30% and raises the likelihood of surface pilling — the payoff for the buyer is a fabric that feels broken-in from the first wear and develops a relaxed texture faster than conventional cotton shorts.
- Producing 1 kg of conventional cotton requires roughly 10,000 liters of irrigation water, whereas recycled cotton bypasses the cultivation phase entirely, cutting that water demand by over 90% — meaning that even if these shorts last 2–3 seasons instead of 5+, the per-wear water investment is dramatically lower, turning a potential durability shortfall into a net environmental gain.
- The inclusion of stretch fibers in the blend — most likely elastane — counteracts recycled cotton’s weaker fiber grip by providing recovery memory, which helps the shorts resist bagging at the knees and seat during a full day of wear, a common failure point in 100% cotton casual shorts.
The brand behind the shorts: Djab by Simons
- Recycled cotton diverts fabric waste from landfills and avoids the water, pesticide, and land use associated with growing new cotton; because recycled fibers are mechanically shorter than virgin cotton, the material is almost always blended with synthetic stretch fibers like elastane to maintain durability and fit retention, explaining why these shorts are built with stretch fabric — the trade-off is a more challenging end-of-life recycling path, as the mixed fiber composition cannot be re-processed through pure cotton waste streams.
How it stacks up against other recycled cotton shorts
- A full elastic waistband with a zip fly and button closure is a thoughtful design choice that combines the comfort and flexibility of a pull-on short with the structured front of a traditional chino, making them suitable for both lounging and social settings where a drawstring might look too casual.
- As an in-house brand exclusive to Canadian retailer Simons, Djab operates without the licensing fees and wholesale margins of external labels, which helps explain how a short with these features can land at a sale price under $30.
- Recycled cotton blend with added stretch gives these shorts a soft hand and flexible feel, reducing the environmental impact of virgin cotton while providing the ease of movement that pure woven cotton shorts often lack.
- The 6-inch inseam is a contemporary cut that offers more leg exposure than traditional 9-inch shorts, aligning with current menswear trends and making them a fresh option for style-conscious buyers on a budget.
- The original $69 CAD price tag signals that these shorts were engineered to meet the standards of a mid-level contemporary menswear short; at $29.95 CAD, you're getting that same fabric, construction, and design at a fraction of the cost, effectively a clearance price for a current-season style.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of mid-thigh length men's shorts in a solid muted gray fabric with a flat waistband, button closure and straight hem; model wearing them centered in frame.
- SilhouetteMid-thigh length straight-fit shorts with a relaxed, slightly loose silhouette and a straight hem that sits above the knee.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.43 · w 0.40 · h 0.24 (high) - Waistband and closureFlat waistband with a single visible round button at center front and a covered zip or fly beneath; waistband sits at natural waist.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.42 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (high) - Front constructionClean front with subtle vertical crease lines and no visible cargo pockets; slight seam lines indicate side pockets at each hip.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.45 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (medium) - Fabric appearanceMatte woven fabric with a smooth, slightly structured finish consistent with cotton or cotton-blend material.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.46 · w 0.36 · h 0.22 (medium) - Hem detailStraight, narrow stitched hem with a small turn-up visible at the leg openings.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.62 · w 0.34 · h 0.04 (high) - Visible wear contextModeled on a person standing front-facing with hands relaxed at sides; shorts shown worn with a tucked-in tank and an open short-sleeve shirt.
Other
Studio lifestyle shot showing full body of a male model against a seamless white background with even, soft lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionFull-body front-facing studio shot centered in frame, model stands on a white floor with ample negative space above and around.
- Background and lightingUniform bright white background with diffuse lighting producing soft, minimal shadows under the feet.
- Accessories and stylingModel is wearing slip-on black shoes, several rings, and a bracelet; these items are props and not described as product details.
3 regions
x 0.39 · y 0.78 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.23 · y 0.50 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.50 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high) - Image qualitySharp focus on model and garments with high resolution and even tonal rendering; no visible motion blur.
Colors
muted cool gray· main fabric#65626C- SilhouetteMid-thigh length straight-fit shorts with a relaxed, slightly loose silhouette and a straight hem that sits above the knee.
- 02
Product
Flat-lay front view of a pair of mid-length woven shorts with an elasticized waistband, center button-and-fly, angled side pockets, and straight hem in a medium charcoal gray.
- Overall shapeFront-facing mid-length shorts laid flat with a straight-cut leg opening and a slightly tapered upper hip area.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.48 (high) - Waistband constructionElasticized waistband with visible gathered fabric across the full waist and a centered belt-loop-like tab at the front above the fly.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.06 (high) - Closure detailSingle visible round button at the center front above a stitched fly placket.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.20 · w 0.05 · h 0.05 (high) - PocketsAngled side slash pockets at left and right front hips with seams visible along the pocket openings.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (medium); x 0.70 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (medium) - Center seam and stitchingVertical stitched center seam running from waistband down through the fly to the crotch and visible single-line topstitching along the hem.
2 regions
x 0.46 · y 0.20 · w 0.08 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.54 · w 0.76 · h 0.08 (high) - Fabric appearanceWoven fabric with a matte finish and fine even texture, appearing uniform across the garment.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.48 (high) - Waist tagSmall rectangular inner waist tag visible above the button inside the waistband; characters on the tag are small.Partial
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.23 · w 0.05 · h 0.04 (medium) - Leg hemStraight folded hem with visible single-line topstitching at each leg opening.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.56 · w 0.76 · h 0.06 (high) - Leg gap at centerSmall triangular gap between the two leg openings at the center front where the shorts are laid flat.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.50 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (high) - Leg color“Visible uniform solid medium charcoal gray across the entire garment.”
Other
Studio flat-lay shot on a light neutral background with even lighting and minimal shadowing, centered product framing.
- Shot compositionFlat-lay studio photograph showing the full front of the shorts centered in the frame with wide margins of background above and below.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background with no props or visible packaging.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with soft minimal shadows beneath the lower hem and around the waistband indicating overhead light.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution image with sharp edges and visible fabric texture; no motion blur.
Colors
medium charcoal gray· shorts body#636166- Overall shapeFront-facing mid-length shorts laid flat with a straight-cut leg opening and a slightly tapered upper hip area.
- 03
Product
Flat-lay rear view of a pair of mid-length shorts in a solid dark gray fabric with an elastic waistband and a single square patch pocket with a buttoned flap on the right rear side.
- Overall silhouetteRectangular mid-thigh length shorts laid flat showing the back panel; legs have straight hems and a modest center-back V-shaped overlap at the crotch seam.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.28 · w 0.76 · h 0.50 (high) - WaistbandElastic waistband with visible horizontal channel stitching running around the top; no drawstring visible.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.20 · w 0.68 · h 0.08 (high) - Center back seamSingle vertical seam runs from the waistband down to the crotch area, visible as a stitched line.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.26 · w 0.06 · h 0.38 (high) - Rear pocketOne square patch pocket on the right rear side with a top flap secured by a single visible round button; pocket has topstitching around its perimeter.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Pocket button detailSingle dark button centered on the pocket flap with a short stitched buttonhole visible.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.33 · w 0.04 · h 0.04 (high) - Fabric texture and finishPlain-woven matte fabric with a smooth, slightly structured appearance; visible topstitching along hems and pocket edges.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.36 · w 0.60 · h 0.36 (high)
Other
Studio flat-lay shot on a neutral light-gray background with even diffuse lighting and minimal shadowing.
- Shot compositionShorts photographed flat and centered in the image with space above the waistband; entire product visible and isolated from background.
- Background and lightingUniform light-gray background with soft, even lighting and faint soft shadow under the garment indicating slight elevation from the surface.
Colors
dark gray· main fabric#615E63- Overall silhouetteRectangular mid-thigh length shorts laid flat showing the back panel; legs have straight hems and a modest center-back V-shaped overlap at the crotch seam.
Documents & Data
Q&A
1 answered- What are the specific care instructions for these shorts to prevent shrinking or damage?
- To prevent shrinking or damage, we recommend machine washing these shorts in cold water on a gentle cycle and tumble drying on low heat or air drying. Avoid high heat and bleach, as the recycled cotton blend may shrink or degrade with excessive heat. For best results, wash inside out with similar colors.