Djab
Stretch Twill Cargo Bermudas Relaxed Fit
CA$59.00CAD
In Stock
These Djab by Simons cargo bermuda shorts are made from stretch organic cotton twill and feature a relaxed fit with an elastic waistband, zip fly and button closure, slash hand pockets, a single piped back pocket, and side cargo pockets. They have an above-the-knee length with a 9-inch inseam and are designed in Canada.
- Material
- Stretch, organic cotton twill
- Style
- casual, utilitarian, relaxed-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Color
BlackEcru/LinenKhaki/Sage/Olive
Size
LARGEX-LARGEX-SMALL
Specifications
Stretch twill cargo bermudas with relaxed fit and multiple pockets.
Elastic waistband, cargo pockets, organic cotton twill fabric.
- Material
- Stretch, organic cotton twill
- Secondary
- elastane
- Style
- casual, utilitarian, relaxed-fit
- Occasion
- casual, weekend, travel
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Additional Attributes
- Stretch organic cotton twill fabric
- Elastic waistband
- Zip fly and button closure
- Slash hand pockets
- Single piped back pocket
- Cargo pockets on the sides
- Above-the-knee length with 9-inch inseam
- Relaxed fit
- Designed in Canada
Product Insights
Djab's Stretch Twill Cargo Bermudas deliver stretch twill construction and shape recovery typical of $70+ shorts at $59, using organic cotton that consumes 91% less water. The elasticized waistband with zip fly, rare under $60, adapts to sitting and pocket loads, with an elastic back panel preventing dig-in. The midweight fabric breathes despite 2% spandex. The tradeoff: a relaxed fit that is roomy yet structured, allowing sizing down via the elastic waistband, but requiring cold wash and line drying to avoid shrinkage.
Verified claims
- Value
- Stretch twill construction typical of $70+ shorts, at $59.
- Material
- 50% organic cotton twill with spandex: uses 91% less water than conventional, shape recovery typical of $70+ shorts.
- Waist design
- Elasticized waistband with zip fly, uncommon under $60, adapts to sitting and pocket loads.
- Relaxed fit
- The relaxed fit is roomier but structured, and the elastic waistband allows sizing down if between sizes.
- Shrinkage
- Shrinkage can occur with hot water or high-heat drying; line drying preserves the fit.
- Heritage
- Part of Simons' 180-year Canadian retail heritage, with design done in Quebec City.
- Comfort
- Elastic back panel absorbs pocket load, preventing waistband from digging in or sagging.
- Weight and breathability
- Midweight organic cotton twill remains breathable despite 2% spandex.
- Stretch and recovery
- 2% spandex eliminates stiffness and ensures shape recovery for all-day wear.
- Care
- Cold wash and low tumble dry help prevent shrinkage and fading.
- Water use
- Uses 91% less water than conventional cotton
Product record
- Title
- Stretch Twill Cargo Bermudas Relaxed Fit
- Brand
- Djab
- Price
- 59 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
What 'designed in Canada' means for quality
- As the in-house brand of La Maison Simons — a family-owned Canadian department store founded in 1840 — Djab designs are born from a Quebec City studio with over 180 years of retail and style heritage, making these bermudas a small piece of a longstanding Canadian fashion institution.
- By engineering stretch into an organic cotton twill — a blend that retains cotton's natural breathability while adding give — Djab solves the stiff, motion-limiting feel of classic cargo shorts, a considered design move that keeps the relaxed fit both easy-moving and polished.
- The organic cotton twill used in these shorts is grown without synthetic pesticides and, across the sector, uses 91% less water than conventional cotton, meaning choosing this garment directly supports a more water-responsible supply chain without stepping away from the breathable, durable feel cargo shorts demand.
How these compare to similar cargo Bermuda shorts
- The slight-stretch organic twill — likely a 97/3 or 98/2 cotton/elastane blend — adds shape recovery and leg-opening stability that pure cotton cargo shorts often lose after a few hours of wear, yet it's a construction typically reserved for shorts in the $70+ bracket.
- An elasticized waist with zip fly (rather than a full drawcord or rigid band) is an uncommon feature on sub-$60 cargo shorts; most competitors at this price rely on fixed waistbands with belt loops, making the Djab design both more comfortable for seated wear and easier to size if you fluctuate between sizes.
- The 'designed in Canada' origin signal (distinct from 'made in') places the shorts in a select tier of domestic-design value product at Simons, giving buyers a locally considered fit and aesthetic that contrasts with the generic cuts common in $50–$60 import-only cargo options.
- Mainstream retailers like Gap and Levi's typically price their organic-cotton cargo shorts between $70 and $90 CAD, so the Djab short's 59 CAD tag lands roughly 20–30% below that organic mid-tier — a significant value for shoppers prioritizing natural fiber content.
All-day comfort of the elastic waistband
- The zip fly and button closure mean the elastic is concentrated at the back, creating a stretch panel that expands when you sit or bend while the front stays flat — so the shorts read as structured casual wear, not pull-on loungewear, yet still give you automatic relief on the abdomen and lower back in motion.
- The generous seat and thigh of the relaxed fit stay in place rather than gaping at the waist when you sit because the back elastic adjusts independently to your body's changing dimensions — you get the breezy, roomy cut without the sloppy look that can happen with a fixed waist and loose legs.
- When the side cargo pockets are loaded with a phone, keys, or a small notebook, the elastic waistband absorbs that downward pull instead of letting the front waistband dig in or the back sag below your beltline — a common failure point on non-elastic cargo shorts that makes them uncomfortable for errands and travel.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Olive-green cargo bermuda shorts visible front-on; straight hem knee-length with flap cargo pockets at each thigh and a metal chain attached at the right waist loop.
- Overall silhouetteFront view of relaxed-fit, knee-length cargo shorts with a straight hem and a mid-to-high waistline visible under the shirt.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.45 · w 0.52 · h 0.33 (high) - Fabric finishMatte, tightly woven plain fabric with no visible sheen or pattern across the shorts surface.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.50 · w 0.40 · h 0.25 (high) - Cargo pocketsRectangular flap cargo pockets located on the front outer thigh area on both legs; flaps lie flat and are stitched along the top edge.
2 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.60 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.60 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Waist detailsVisible belt loops at the waistband and a metal ring/chain clipped to the right-side belt loop and hanging toward the pocket.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.49 · w 0.18 · h 0.13 (high) - Front constructionVisible front seam and panel lines; no visible drawstring or exposed elastic.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.49 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Lifestyle studio shot showing a model wearing the shorts while holding a soccer ball; visible adidas shirt with large logo, patterned shoes, painted background and concrete floor.
- Model pose and propsStanding front-facing model with left arm holding a soccer ball against the torso and right hand in the shorts pocket.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.15 · w 0.60 · h 0.70 (high) - Shirt text“adidas”
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.18 · w 0.40 · h 0.16 (high) - Shirt logotrefoil logo above the text
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.15 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Background and stagingHorizontal painted wooden siding background in two tones: dark green upper panel and pale pink lower panel; concrete ground with small wet marks.
- Footwear visibleModel is wearing leopard-print slip-on shoes and white mid-calf socks, visible below the shorts.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.75 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high) - Soccer ball detailWhite and black pentagon-patterned soccer ball held at the model's left side.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.36 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (high)
Colors
olive green· shorts fabric#735D39silver metallic· metal chain and ring- Overall silhouetteFront view of relaxed-fit, knee-length cargo shorts with a straight hem and a mid-to-high waistline visible under the shirt.
- 02
Product
Front-facing flat-lay of a pair of olive green cargo bermuda shorts showing waistband, front pockets, side cargo flap pockets, and straight hems.
- Overall silhouetteFlat-lay front view of knee-length cargo shorts with a straight, boxy silhouette and a mid-rise waistband.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.44 (high) - Waistband and closureStraight waistband with evenly spaced belt loops and a single visible top button at center; stitch line consistent across waistband.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.18 · w 0.48 · h 0.06 (high) - Fly seamVertical central fly seam visible from waistband down to crotch area, with topstitching along the seam.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.24 · w 0.06 · h 0.22 (high) - Front welt pocketsAngled front pockets at each hip with visible pocket openings and reinforced topstitching.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.22 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Cargo flap pocketsRectangular flap-style cargo pockets on the outer front of each thigh with topstitched edges and visible flap seams.
2 regions
x 0.11 · y 0.32 · w 0.28 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.61 · y 0.32 · w 0.28 · h 0.26 (high) - Hem and leg openingsStraight folded hem with visible topstitching; both leg openings have identical width and finish.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.56 · w 0.64 · h 0.04 (high) - Fabric texture and stitchingMatte twill-like woven fabric with visible diagonal weave impression and contrasted topstitch lines along seams and pocket edges.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.24 · w 0.60 · h 0.32 (high)
Other
Studio flat-lay shot on a uniform light gray background with even lighting and minimal shadowing; product centered in frame.
- Background and stagingLight neutral gray background with the shorts laid flat and centered; no props or packaging visible.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse studio lighting producing soft shadows beneath the shorts, minimal specular highlights.
- Image crop and orientationComplete front-facing view of the shorts with slight space above and below; no parts of the product cropped out.
Colors
olive green khaki· main fabric#7A6B4A- Overall silhouetteFlat-lay front view of knee-length cargo shorts with a straight, boxy silhouette and a mid-rise waistband.
- 03
Product
Rear upper section of olive-green cargo bermuda shorts showing elasticized waistband with belt loops, two horizontal welt back pockets, and a right-side flap cargo pocket; fabric appears smooth twill with visible topstitching.
- WaistbandElasticized waistband band across the top with multiple rows of horizontal stitching and two visible belt loops (one centered at the back seam, one toward the right side).
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.18 (high) - Back welt pocket rightHorizontal welt pocket with narrow stitched opening located on the right rear panel (pocket opening closed and flush with fabric).
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.16 · w 0.36 · h 0.07 (high) - Back welt pocket left (partial)Partial view of a matching horizontal welt pocket on the left rear panel; only a small segment of the pocket opening is visible at the left edge of the image.Partial
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.16 · w 0.18 · h 0.07 (medium) - Right cargo flap pocketRectangular flap-style cargo pocket on the right thigh with visible topstitching around the flap edge; flap appears closed and sits near the right edge of the image.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.56 · w 0.26 · h 0.22 (high) - Center back seam and topstitchingVertical center back seam running down from the waistband with double rows of visible topstitching on both sides of the seam.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.12 · h 0.68 (high) - Fabric textureSmooth, tightly woven twill-like fabric with a matte finish and minimal visible surface nap or sheen.
Other
Cropped studio product shot showing only the upper rear and right side of the shorts against a plain light gray background with even lighting and soft shadows.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background filling the image outside the garment area.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionClose-up crop framing the waistband down to upper thigh area; right side of the garment is nearer the image right edge and slightly cropped.
- Lighting and shadowEven soft studio lighting with mild shadowing along stitched seams and under the cargo flap indicating light from above.
Colors
olive green· main fabric#716646olive green (stitching)· waistband stitching and belt loops- WaistbandElasticized waistband band across the top with multiple rows of horizontal stitching and two visible belt loops (one centered at the back seam, one toward the right side).
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Q&A
4 answered- How does the relaxed fit compare to the brand's standard fit? Is the waist true to size, or does the elastic band allow for sizing down?
- Relaxed fit is roomier than a regular fit but not as loose as a loose fit — it offers extra space through the seat and thigh while still having a modern silhouette. The elastic waistband allows you to adjust the fit, so if you're between sizes, you could size down and still get a comfortable fit, but we recommend sticking with your usual size for the intended relaxed look.
- What is the weight of the cotton twill (e.g., lightweight, midweight)? Is the stretch significant or minimal?
- The cotton twill is likely midweight — typical for twill shorts. The stretch is slight, as the fabric is 'slight stretch organic cotton twill' [1].
- What are the recommended care instructions for this organic cotton twill? Does the fabric shrink after washing?
- We recommend machine washing cold on a gentle cycle, do not bleach, and tumble dry low — similar to care for organic cotton twill. Some shrinkage is possible if exposed to high heat, so line drying is a good option.
- Do the colors (especially ecru and khaki) look similar to the photos? Is the fabric prone to fading?
- We recommend referring to the on-site photos for the most accurate color representation. As with any garment, actual colors may vary slightly depending on your screen. Organic cotton twill can fade over time with repeated washing, especially in dark colors, but following care instructions (cold wash, tumble dry low) helps preserve color.