Contemporaine
Pale Indigo Stretch Jean Fit: Barrel Leg, High Rise
CA$150.00CAD
In Stock
These are everyday high-rise barrel-leg jeans from the exclusive Contemporaine by Simons line, made from stretch denim in a cotton and TENCEL™ Lyocell blend. The design includes a light indigo wash with whiskering, zip fly, belt loops, beige seams, and a five-pocket layout. In size 28, the front rise is 11 inches (28 cm) and inseam length is 27.5 inches (70 cm); the EIM score of 18 reflects low-impact treatment and washing processes.
- Color
- Pale Indigo
- Material
- cotton and TENCEL Lyocell
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, modern, retro
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Color
BlueBaby Blue
Size
2526272829303132
Specifications
High rise barrel leg stretch jeans in pale indigo wash with whiskering, made from sustainable cotton-TENCEL blend with low environmental impact.
Stretch denim with EIM low impact score, barrel leg, high rise, whiskered wash, beige seams
- Color
- Pale Indigo · blue
- Material
- cotton and TENCEL Lyocell
- Secondary
- lyocell
- Style
- casual, modern, retro
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Additional Attributes
- low-impact EIM score of 18
- stretch denim blend of cotton and TENCEL Lyocell
- barrel leg silhouette
- high rise
- light indigo wash with whiskering
- zip fly
- belt loops
- beige contrast seams
- five-pocket design
- designed in Canada
Product Insights
These Pale Indigo Stretch Jeans by Contemporaine blend softness and moisture-wicking with a barrel-leg silhouette that flatters pear, athletic, and hourglass body types through a cinched waist, widened hips and thighs, and tapered ankle. The fabric retains color, resists bagging and abrasion, and shrinks minimally; washing gently and drying flat without fabric softener preserves shape. Made from TENCEL lyocell, cotton, reprocessed cotton, and elastane, they earn an EIM score of 18 (low impact), indicating reduced water, energy, and chemical use.
Verified claims
- Feel
- Soft from first wear, wicks moisture, and drapes fluidly for the barrel-leg silhouette.
- Durability
- Fabric retains color, resists bagging and abrasion, and shrinks under 3%.
- Care
- Wash gently, dry flat, and avoid fabric softener to preserve shape.
- Fit
- Barrel leg with 11-inch rise flatters pear, athletic, and hourglass types by cinching the waist, widening through hip and thigh, and tapering at the ankle.
- Material
- 41% TENCEL lyocell, 38% cotton, 20% reprocessed cotton, 1% elastane blend provides fluid drape and shrinks ≤3%.
- Washing
- Wash in cold water (max 30°C) on gentle cycle, inside out.
- Drying
- Air dry flat, reshape while damp; never wring or tumble dry.
- Fabric softener
- Do not use fabric softener on these jeans.
- Environmental impact
- EIM score 18 (low impact) printed on garment, meeting standards used by Levi’s and H&M.
- Low-impact score
- EIM 18 is low impact; measures water, energy, chemical, worker health.
- Style comparison
- EIM score printed per style; this wash scores 18, another scores 13.
- Styling
- Tuck fitted top, wear ballet flats or pointed mules for polished look.
Product record
- Title
- Pale Indigo Stretch Jean Fit: Barrel Leg, High Rise
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 150 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Care for stretch denim longevity
- Lyocell fibers become weaker when wet, so the jeans should be handled gently during washing — never wrung or twisted — and laid flat to dry while reshaping the barrel leg to avoid permanent distortion in the high-rise seat and thigh.
- The smooth fiber surface of TENCEL Lyocell accepts dye more evenly and releases less color during washing, which helps the pale indigo whiskering hold its defined contrast longer — a tangible advantage for the light wash’s subtle fade pattern.
- Hot water breaks down the elastane fibers that give the stretch denim its recovery, so washing in cold water (30°C/86°F or below) on a gentle cycle preserves the barrel leg’s ability to bounce back through the hip and thigh after sitting and moving.
- The TENCEL Lyocell-blend denim has a washing dimensional stability of less than 3% shrinkage, significantly lower than untreated cotton’s 5–7%, so the high-rise front rise (11 inches on a size 28) and barrel-leg silhouette are less likely to distort after laundering when cold water is used.
- Machine drying’s high heat permanently damages the elastane fibers, causing the denim to lose its structure and stretch out; laying these jeans flat to air dry, reshaping the barrel leg while damp, preserves both the fit and the EIM low-impact wash’s intended silhouette.
- Skipping fabric softener keeps TENCEL Lyocell fibers breathable and prevents coating that would otherwise reduce the denim’s stretch recovery, directly supporting the high-rise, barrel-leg shape retention over repeated wears.
- Turning the jeans inside out before washing minimizes surface friction, which helps protect the beige contrast seams and prevents the whiskered fade from dulling prematurely, so the wash stays sharp longer.
How the barrel leg fits and flatters
- The barrel leg’s width at the knee balances wider hips for pear shapes, adds feminine curve to athletic builds, and honors the natural hourglass ratio—a versatility amplified by the front rise that defines the waist on every frame.
- Unlike wide-leg jeans that fall straight to the hem, this barrel cut curves outward through the thigh and knee then tapers back at the ankle, a profile that makes the volume look architectural rather than sloppy.
- The 11-inch front rise sits at the natural waist to cinch the torso, which is critical for this silhouette—without a high rise, the barrel’s volume would collapse visually and lose its sculpted effect.
- The 27.5-inch inseam delivers an ankle-length hem that intentionally shows off the taper and creates a clean visual stop for pointed-toe flats, heeled mules, or slim sneakers—pooling or chunkier soles would undermine the leg line.
- A slim ribbed tank or fine-gauge knit tucked in at the waist creates the necessary contrast against the barrel’s volume, and the look completes best with a ballet flat or pointed mule that continues the streamlined line through the ankle.
Value compared to similar barrel leg jeans
- As a Simons-exclusive label designed in Canada, the Contemporaine carries a local-provenance story absent from competitors like the Turkish-made Mavi Nica or the Asia-sourced Quince Bella, adding a support-local premium that can tip the scale for a Canadian buyer weighing the $150 CAD against import options.
- The Whistles Stretch Barrel Leg Jean retails at $189 USD — nearly 80% above the Contemporaine's effective ~$105 USD equivalent — yet both deliver a high-waisted barrel silhouette in stretch denim, making the Contemporaine an appealing entry point for the premium-barrel look without the London-brand markup.
- The Contemporaine's 11-inch front rise (size 28) is a full inch lower than the Quince Bella's 12-inch rise, producing a less aggressively high waist that may feel more wearable for those not committed to an extreme rise — a proportional refinement that supports the $150 CAD over the $50 USD Quince for buyers who prioritize fit comfort over the lowest price.
- At a regular US list price of $128 USD — converting to roughly $175 CAD — the Mavi Nica barrel jean sits about 17% above the Contemporaine's $150 CAD, making the Contemporaine the more affordable choice in a direct high-rise, TENCEL™-blend barrel-leg comparison without sacrificing a disclosed low-impact wash score.
What the low-impact EIM score means
- The jean's finishing process earned an Environmental Impact Measurement (EIM) score of 18, comfortably within the low-impact band (0–33) defined by Jeanologia's globally used system, meaning the wash achieved its pale indigo whiskering with tightly managed water, energy, and chemical use and worker-safe methods.
- EIM scores reflect water consumption, energy consumption, chemical impact, and worker health risk individually before averaging them; a low composite score means none of these areas was allowed to slide, so this jean's wash didn't trade one eco-gain for a worker-safety loss.
- Contemporaine prints the EIM score on each denim style, allowing direct comparison across washes — this pale indigo barrel-leg comes in at 18, while another style in the house brand scores as low as 13, so the metric doubles as a shopping filter for the lowest-impact finish.
- EIM is embedded in the supply chain requirements of Levi's, H&M, GAP, and Inditex, so this 18 is not a proprietary marketing tool but a factory-level metric that Contemporaine is using on the same scale as the denim industry's largest players.
How the cotton-TENCEL blend wears
- Because TENCEL Lyocell fibers have an inherently smooth, round cross-section that eliminates the surface friction of raw cotton, the denim is soft against the skin straight out of the package — no stiff break-in period required.
- Tencel’s washing dimensional stability keeps shrinkage under 3%, whereas untreated cotton often shrinks 5–7% in the first wash, so the listed 27.5-inch inseam and 11-inch front rise are far more likely to remain true after home laundering.
- The smooth Tencel fiber surface accepts dye more evenly and releases less color each wash, meaning the subtle whiskering and pale indigo tone stay crisp and resist the dull, washed-out look that hits standard cotton jeans after repeated laundering.
- Tencel’s wet tensile strength is comparable to polyester — far outperforming cotton, which loses substantial strength when damp — so the jean resists knee bagging and seat sag even through all-day wear and regular machine washes.
- The TENCEL component absorbs roughly 50% more moisture than cotton, wicking perspiration away and dispersing it quickly — so these jeans feel cooler and drier on warm day-long wears, rather than turning clammy.
- Unlike rigid cotton denim, Tencel denim drapes softly and molds to the body, so the architectural barrel silhouette moves with the wearer instead of holding a stiff paper-bag shape — crucial for a high-rise curve that stays flattering through motion.
- With a Martindale abrasion range of 20,000–40,000 cycles versus cotton’s 15,000–30,000, the Tencel content boosts the fabric’s inherent resistance to thinning and hole formation at high-wear zones like the inner thighs and seat.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of pale indigo denim high-rise barrel-leg jeans worn by a model; visible front fly, waistband, belt loops, seam details, and relaxed tapered legs.
- Silhouette and fitHigh-rise waist with a relaxed, barrel-leg silhouette that tapers slightly toward the hem; jeans hang loosely on the legs with visible knee shaping seams.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.34 · w 0.56 · h 0.58 (high) - Waistband and closureVisible front waistband with a centered metal button and a partially visible fly beneath it; waistband sits above the model's natural hip.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.39 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high) - Seam and panel detailsVertical front rise seam and horizontal knee seam/stitched detail visible on each leg; side seams and hem stitching visible.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.48 · w 0.34 · h 0.38 (high) - Fabric appearanceMedium-weight denim with a uniform pale indigo wash and subtle vertical grain; fabric shows natural crease lines and soft drape.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.40 · w 0.52 · h 0.50 (high) - Hem and leg openingStraight stitched hem that falls to the top of the shoes, creating a cropped look on the model.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.80 · w 0.40 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio front-facing model shot on a plain white background; additional styled items include a white sleeveless buttoned top, a black woven clutch, and black leather flat shoes. Even soft lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionFull-body frontal studio portrait centered in frame with the model standing and facing the camera.
- Background and lightingUniform white seamless background with diffuse even lighting and soft floor shadow beneath the model.
- Styling prop - topModel wears a sleeveless white buttoned top that covers the waistband area above the jeans.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.12 · w 0.46 · h 0.30 (high) - Styling prop - clutchBlack textured woven clutch held in the model's left hand at hip level, partially covering the left side of the jeans.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.52 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Styling prop - shoesBlack low-heel leather flats visible under the hem of the jeans.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.86 · w 0.26 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.86 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high)
Colors
pale indigo· leg fabric#84AACC- Silhouette and fitHigh-rise waist with a relaxed, barrel-leg silhouette that tapers slightly toward the hem; jeans hang loosely on the legs with visible knee shaping seams.
- 02
Product
Front view of pale indigo denim barrel-leg jeans shown on a model from waist to shoes, showing waistband, front pockets, seam details, and straight finished hem.
- Waistband and closureVisible waistband with a central metal button closure and a short zipper fly beneath; five belt loops visible around the waist area.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Front pocketsFront curved pockets on each side with a small coin pocket inset at the right front pocket edge; pocket openings topstitched.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.14 (high) - Leg silhouette and cutWide barrel-leg silhouette that falls straight from the hips to a loose, full hem; legs are roomy across thigh and calf.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.18 · w 0.84 · h 0.72 (high) - Knee seam detailShort horizontal stitched seam detail across each knee area, visible as subtle topstitching lines.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.46 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (medium); x 0.54 · y 0.46 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (medium) - Denim texture and washMedium-weight denim with visible woven texture and an even pale indigo wash; subtle horizontal fading and whiskering near the upper thigh and fly.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.28 (high) - Hem and stitchingStraight turned hem with visible topstitching at the pant openings; hem falls just above the shoes.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.80 · w 0.76 · h 0.12 (high) - Visible hardware finishRound metal button at waistband with a slightly contrast finish compared to the denim.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.09 · w 0.04 · h 0.03 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing a partial model wearing the jeans against a plain light background; even diffuse lighting with soft shadows; lower legs and shoes included in frame.
- Shot compositionCropped studio photograph framed from the model's midriff to the floor, centered on the front of the jeans.
- BackgroundUniform very light neutral background with no visible props or packaging.
- Model and stylingModel's left hand is relaxed by the side while the right hand is tucked in the right front pocket; a white top is partially visible at the waist.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.02 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high) - Footwear visibleBlack low-heeled slip-on shoes are visible under the pant legs and rest on the same studio surface.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.88 · w 0.68 · h 0.10 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even lighting with minimal harsh shadows and slight shadowing beneath the shoes indicating directional light from above.
Colors
pale indigo· denim body#83ADD3- Waistband and closureVisible waistband with a central metal button closure and a short zipper fly beneath; five belt loops visible around the waist area.
- 03
Product
Rear view of pale indigo denim barrel-leg jeans on a model, showing back waistband, two patch pockets, straight wide legs with visible hem and denim texture.
- Rear waistband and belt loopVisible back waistband with a centered belt loop and topstitched seam running along the waist; waistband sits at high-rise on the model.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.12 · w 0.56 · h 0.06 (high) - Patch back pocketsTwo square patch pockets placed symmetrically on the back, each with visible single-line topstitching around the edges.
2 regions
x 0.25 · y 0.17 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.57 · y 0.17 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - Barrel-leg silhouetteWide, slightly tapered straight legs with loose fit through thigh and calf that maintain a consistent width to the hem.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.76 · h 0.72 (medium) - Denim texture and washLight to medium indigo denim with an even faded wash and visible twill texture; subtle lighter areas at high-contact zones near seat and inner leg crease.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.66 (high) - Small abrasion/repair markShort horizontal lighter abrasion or stitched repair visible on the back of the right leg at mid-calf height.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.55 · w 0.08 · h 0.04 (medium) - Hem finishingStraight folded hem with visible topstitching around the bottom edge of each leg.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.88 · w 0.22 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.88 · w 0.22 · h 0.08 (high) - Contrast topstitching colorVisible stitching around pockets, waistband and hem in a slightly warmer tan color contrasting with the blue denim.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.16 · w 0.60 · h 0.70 (medium) - Partial visible garment above waistSmall portion of a white top is visible tucked into the waistband at the upper edge of the image.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.04 · w 0.64 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing model from the rear against a plain light background; black low-heel slip-on shoes visible; even diffuse lighting with soft shadows on floor.
- Shot compositionCentered rear-facing crop of a model from mid-back to feet, showing the full length of the jeans and part of the lower legs and shoes.
- Background and surfaceSmooth light neutral background and floor with minimal texture, creating high contrast with the denim.
- Visible shoes and stylingBlack leather low-heel slip-on shoes visible on the model, partially cropping the pant leg visual.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.92 · w 0.64 · h 0.08 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse studio lighting with faint shadowing beneath the shoes and slight highlight on the denim seat area.
Colors
pale indigo blue· denim#6DA2CBtan stitching· topstitching- Rear waistband and belt loopVisible back waistband with a centered belt loop and topstitched seam running along the waist; waistband sits at high-rise on the model.
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Q&A
1 answered- Is the whiskering pattern and fade unique to each pair, or consistent across all jeans in this style?
- The whiskering pattern and fade are consistent across all jeans in this style, as it's a standard wash applied uniformly to the entire production run of this specific design.