
Le 31
Crinkled Cotton Short Inseam: 8.5" (21 Cm)
These crinkled cotton shorts from Le 31 by Simons are made from 100% organic cotton gauze, featuring an elastic waistband with adjustable drawstring and an 8.5-inch (21 cm) inseam that hits above the knee. They include side hand pockets and a patch pocket on the right rear, with a relaxed, straight-leg fit. Designed in Canada, these lightweight shorts are suitable for casual warm-weather wear.
- Material
- 100% organic cotton gauze
- Style
- casual, relaxed-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Size
Specifications
Lightweight crinkled cotton shorts with elastic waist and drawstring, made from 100% organic cotton gauze, hitting above the knee.
Crinkled texture, elastic comfort waist with adjustable drawstring, above-knee length, organic cotton gauze.
- Material
- 100% organic cotton gauze
- Style
- casual, relaxed-fit
- Occasion
- everyday, casual, vacation
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Additional Attributes
- lightweight
- crinkled texture
- hits above the knee
- elastic comfort waist with adjustable drawstring
- 100% organic cotton gauze
- inseam 8.5 inches (21 cm)
- designed in Canada
- matching shirt available separately
Product Insights
Le 31's Crinkled Cotton Short, with an 8.5-inch inseam, delivers permanent crinkled texture and never needs ironing. Its organic cotton gauze fabric wicks moisture, breathes, softens over time, and absorbs sweat instantly. However, the loose weave snags on rough surfaces and jewelry, and the cotton shrinks 3-5% after first wash, requiring sizing up. At a sale price of $9.99, it undercuts similar offerings from competitors like Quince, offering significant value despite the tradeoffs.
Verified claims
- Material
- 100% organic cotton, free of chemical residues and synthetic fibers.
- Moisture wicking
- Cotton gauze wicks moisture faster than any other cotton fabric.
- Breathability
- Organic cotton gauze retains its breathable open weave through repeated washing.
- Moisture absorption and comfort
- Cotton gauze absorbs sweat instantly; organic, non-irritating, and softens over time.
- Value
- At $9.99 sale, 86% below retail, it undercuts competitors.
- Fit
- 8.5-inch inseam falls in the universally flattering 7-9 inch range.
- Softness
- Softens with each wash while preserving fabric strength.
- Crinkle texture
- Crinkled texture becomes more relaxed but stays intact after washing.
- Snagging
- Snags on rough surfaces and jewelry due to loose weave.
- Wrinkle resistance
- Crinkled texture is inherent and permanent; shorts never require ironing.
- Care
- Cold water wash and air dry flat maintain crinkled texture and minimize shrinkage
- Discount verification
- Confirmed $69 standard retail; $9.99 is a genuine 86% markdown.
- Price comparison
- At $9.99, this undercuts similar organic cotton gauze shorts, typically $29.90 USD ($41 CAD) from Quince.
- Durability
- Crinkled organic cotton gauze needs no ironing and stays breathable, adding long-term value.
- Inseam
- The 8.5-inch inseam sits in the universally flattering 7-9 inch range.
- Waistband adjustability
- Elastic waistband with drawstring provides two-stage adjustability.
- Shrinkage
- Cotton gauze shrinks 3-5% in the first wash; sizing up offsets this.
Product record
- Title
- Crinkled Cotton Short Inseam: 8.5" (21 Cm)
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 69 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Left-front three-quarter view of a pair of crinkled-texture knee-length shorts in a deep burgundy color worn by a standing model; visible side pockets with hands inserted and a straight hem.
- Overall silhouetteLoose, straight-leg shorts that end above the knees with a relaxed fit through the thigh.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.43 · w 0.45 · h 0.30 (high) - Fabric textureVisible crinkled, slightly puckered woven texture arranged in a subtle grid or waffle pattern across the fabric.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.50 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high) - WaistbandLow-rise waistband with a slightly gathered appearance at the sides where pockets meet; no visible external drawcord or belt loops in this view.Partial
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.43 · w 0.40 · h 0.08 (medium) - PocketsDiagonal side seam pockets on both sides; model's hands are inserted into both pockets creating a slight pull in the fabric at pocket openings.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.48 · w 0.14 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.59 · y 0.48 · w 0.14 · h 0.14 (high) - Seam detailCenter front seam or pressed crease faintly visible running vertically on the front of the right leg area.Partial
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.52 · w 0.08 · h 0.18 (medium) - HemStraight, single-fold hem with no visible cuff or trim.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.67 · w 0.42 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio lifestyle shot showing a standing male model wearing the shorts with a white sleeveless top and black flip-flops against a seamless white background under soft diffuse lighting.
- Model poseModel stands three-quarter front with weight on one leg and hands in pockets, head facing forward.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.04 · w 0.60 · h 0.96 (high) - Additional clothing and propsModel wears a sleeveless white crewneck top and black thong-style flip-flops; these items are visible but are not described as the product.
2 regions
x 0.25 · y 0.06 · w 0.50 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.35 · y 0.78 · w 0.30 · h 0.16 (high) - Background and lightingUniform seamless white background with even, diffuse studio lighting and soft shadowing beneath the model's feet.
- Image framingFull-body vertical frame including head to feet with even margin around the model; slight space above head and visible floor plane.
Colors
deep burgundy· shorts#722534- Overall silhouetteLoose, straight-leg shorts that end above the knees with a relaxed fit through the thigh.
- 02

Product
Front view of a pair of mid-thigh length crinkled-texture cotton shorts in a dark wine/maroon color, worn on a model; elastic waistband and side openings visible.
- Overall silhouetteStraight, relaxed-fit shorts reaching to mid-thigh with a modest leg opening and no visible tapering.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.18 · w 0.72 · h 0.46 (high) - WaistbandElasticized waistband with a narrow band top and no visible drawstring or belt loops.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.06 (high) - Fabric textureCrinkled, lightweight cotton gauze texture with visible small vertical and horizontal puckering across the surface.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.24 · w 0.64 · h 0.36 (high) - Side openings / pocketsSubtle side openings at each hip suggesting inset side pockets; openings are not gaping and lie flat against the body.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (medium); x 0.66 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (medium) - Front flyNo visible fly or front zipper; front center is smooth with a vertical crease from the fabric texture.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.24 · w 0.16 · h 0.20 (high) - Hem detailStraight hem at each leg opening with visible single-line stitching along the edge.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.56 · w 0.64 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Model wearing the shorts in a studio setting with a plain light background; visible styling includes a white tucked shirt and black flip-flops; lighting is even and shadowing is soft.
- Model stylingModel is shown from the waist down wearing a white shirt tucked slightly above the waistband and black flip-flops.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.02 · w 0.56 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.68 · w 0.42 · h 0.30 (high) - Background and stagingUniform light gray to off-white studio background and floor with minimal visible seam, no props.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting producing faint shadows beneath the feet and slight shadowing in leg contours.
Colors
wine· shorts#722434- Overall silhouetteStraight, relaxed-fit shorts reaching to mid-thigh with a modest leg opening and no visible tapering.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a pair of crinkled-texture shorts in a dark burgundy color with an elastic waistband, visible side hand pockets and a single patch pocket on the right rear.
- Overall shapeKnee-length shorts with a relaxed straight cut and a moderately wide leg opening visible from the rear.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.52 (high) - Fabric textureVisible crinkled or gauze-like textured weave across the entire short surface, producing fine vertical and horizontal irregular ridges.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.52 (high) - WaistbandElastic waistband with slight gathered appearance; same fabric and color as the shorts.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.09 · w 0.76 · h 0.08 (high) - Right rear patch pocketSquare patch pocket sewn onto the right rear panel with visible topstitching and rounded lower corners.
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.21 · w 0.22 · h 0.17 (high) - Side hand pocketsOpen side pockets with the model's hands placed inside both pockets, creating slight pulling at the side seams.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.18 · w 0.14 · h 0.16 (high) - Hem finishSimple folded hem at the leg openings with visible single-line topstitching.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.49 · w 0.76 · h 0.07 (high) - Color uniformityShorts show a uniform dark burgundy color across panels and pocket, without visible contrasting trims.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.52 (high)
Other
Image shows a rear, full-body crop of a model wearing the shorts against a plain white studio background with soft, even lighting; model is wearing a white top and black flip-flops.
- Model stylingPartial view of a standing model from the waist down showing bare legs, a white tucked shirt at the waist, and black flip-flops.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.00 · w 0.60 · h 1.00 (medium) - FootwearBlack flip-flops with a thin sole and braided or textured straps visible on both feet.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.78 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Background and lightingPlain white seamless studio background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadow under the model's feet.
- Shot compositionRear-center framing focused on the shorts; image cropped to include from lower back to feet.
Colors
deep burgundy· shorts body#7B2435- Overall shapeKnee-length shorts with a relaxed straight cut and a moderately wide leg opening visible from the rear.