Le 31
Drawstring-Waist Chino Short Inseam: 7" (18 Cm)
These drawstring-waist chino shorts from Le 31 by Simons are a casual, mid-thigh-length bottom made from a stretch organic cotton-blend twill. They feature an elastic waistband with an adjustable drawstring, side pockets, and a single back patch pocket with a button closure. With a 7-inch (18 cm) inseam, they are designed for warm-weather wear and everyday comfort.
- Material
- Stretch organic cotton blend twill
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Color
Size
Specifications
Mid-thigh length chino shorts with elastic drawstring waist and stretch organic cotton twill.
Elastic waistband with adjustable drawstring, stretch organic cotton twill fabric, mid-thigh length.
- Material
- Stretch organic cotton blend twill
- Style
- casual, classic
- Occasion
- casual, everyday
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Additional Attributes
- drawstring waist
- elastic comfort waist
- adjustable drawstring
- mid-thigh length
- 7-inch inseam
- stretch organic cotton blend twill
- exclusive designed in Canada
- chino style
- Le 31 by Simons brand
Product Insights
The Drawstring-Waist Chino Short by Le 31 provides a flattering 7-inch inseam that creates a leg-lengthening 1:1.5 leg-to-torso ratio, while the elastic waistband with adjustable drawstring ensures a custom fit without a belt. Made from 98% organic cotton with a twill weave that resists pilling and abrasion, it offers superior durability and softness compared to plain-weave or synthetic-blend competitors. At a sale price of CAD 29.95, it undercuts similar organic cotton shorts by $20–48, making it an accessible choice for relaxed summer outfits that pair naturally with loose tops and sandals. The tradeoff: its shorter inseam exposes more thigh for increased ventilation and heat reduction, but may require more frequent wear-and-care cycles (wash every 3–5 wears, air-dry to preserve elastic) to maintain shape and longevity.
Verified claims
- Price competitiveness
- Undercuts comparable organic cotton shorts by $20–48.
- Material
- 98% cotton; no synthetic viscose unlike Quince's comparable short.
- Durability
- Twill weave resists pilling and abrasion better than plain-weave competitors.
- Pricing
- Sale price CAD 29.95 undercuts Quince's $39.90 by 25%.
- Flattery
- 7-inch inseam flatters most builds by keeping hem above the knee and elongating legs.
- Ventilation
- Exposes more thigh for increased airflow, reducing sweating in heat.
- Styling
- Pairs naturally with loose tops and sandals for relaxed summer looks.
- Waist fit
- Full elastic waistband with adjustable drawstring for a custom fit without a belt.
- Movement comfort
- Elastic waistband with stretch cotton twill prevents binding during activity.
- Waistband care
- Air-drying preserves the elastic waistband's shape and grip.
- Inseam
- 7-inch inseam lands mid-thigh, creating a 1:1.5 leg-to-torso ratio for a leg-lengthening effect.
- Outfit pairing
- Pairs with loose tops and sneakers or sandals for a casual everyday look.
- Care routine
- Wash every 3-5 wears and air dry to extend fabric and elastic life.
- Organic cotton softness
- Chemical-free organic cotton stays softer wash after wash.
- Waistband fit
- Elastic waistband and drawstring customize fit; spandex adds comfort stretch.
Product record
- Title
- Drawstring-Waist Chino Short Inseam: 7" (18 Cm)
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 49.95 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Flat-lay front view of a pair of teal drawstring-waist chino shorts showing elastic waistband, white drawstring, side pockets, and hem stitching.
- Overall shapeFront-facing shorts laid flat with a straight waistband, slightly tapered leg openings and a central front split at the crotch seam.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.28 · w 0.76 · h 0.44 (high) - WaistbandElastic waistband with visible horizontal stitching rows across its width and a centered drawstring opening.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.64 · h 0.07 (high) - DrawstringTwo long flat white drawstring cords emerging from the center of the waistband and hanging down over the front of the shorts.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.30 · w 0.12 · h 0.32 (high) - PocketsInset side pockets visible as vertical seam lines on each side near the waistband extending downward.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.32 · w 0.12 · h 0.34 (medium); x 0.76 · y 0.32 · w 0.12 · h 0.34 (medium) - Center front seamShort vertical center seam from waistband to crotch forming a small front seam detail.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.33 · w 0.02 · h 0.18 (high) - Hem stitchingVisible double-needle topstitching along the bottom hems of both legs.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.64 · w 0.72 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Product photographed flat on a neutral light gray background with even lighting and slight soft shadowing beneath the shorts; centered composition and no props or packaging.
- Shot compositionFlat-lay, top-down view with the shorts centered and framed with generous margin on all sides.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background filling the image.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with a subtle soft shadow beneath the lower edge of the shorts giving minimal depth.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.58 · w 0.76 · h 0.18 (medium)
Colors
teal· main fabric#125D7Aoff-white· drawstring- Overall shapeFront-facing shorts laid flat with a straight waistband, slightly tapered leg openings and a central front split at the crotch seam.
- 02
Product
Close-up of the rear waistband and a single back patch pocket on a pair of chino shorts; visible elasticized waist with multiple stitched channels, a square patch pocket with angled lower corners and topstitching, and a single brown button at the pocket top center.
- Elastic waistbandHorizontal elastic waistband visible at the top edge with several parallel rows of stitching creating elastic channels; fabric gathered below the top edge.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.12 (high) - Back patch pocketSingle rectangular patch pocket sewn onto the rear panel; pocket mouth has a horizontal top hem and the lower corners are finished with an angled cut and topstitching.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.62 (high) - Pocket topstitchingVisible single-line topstitching runs along the pocket edges and across the pocket opening; stitch color closely matches the fabric.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.18 (high) - Button closureRound brown marbled four-hole button positioned at the center top of the pocket area; button is sewn on with visible thread through its holes.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.22 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Fabric textureWoven twill-like fabric with a fine diagonal weave visible at close range and a matte finish.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.12 · w 0.90 · h 0.80 (high)
Other
Studio shot with a plain light gray background, even diffuse lighting, and the garment cropped at the right and bottom edges; no props or people visible.
- Background and lightingSmooth light gray background with even, soft lighting producing minimal shadows and neutral color rendering.
- Framing and cropImage is cropped to show the upper rear portion of the garment extending beyond the right and bottom edges; composition centers the pocket horizontally.
- Image qualitySharp high-resolution detail with clear visibility of weave and stitching.
Colors
teal blue· main fabric#24637Cmarbled brown· button- Elastic waistbandHorizontal elastic waistband visible at the top edge with several parallel rows of stitching creating elastic channels; fabric gathered below the top edge.