
Icône
Tie-Belt Stretch Twill Barrel-Leg Pant
The Tie-Belt Stretch Twill Barrel-Leg Pant is a high-rise women's trouser made from slightly stretch supple twill. It features an elastic back waistband, a tie belt, slit front pockets, and a trompe-l'oeil back flap pocket. For a size small, the rise measures 12.75 inches (32.5 cm) and the inseam length is 27 inches (68 cm), with a barrel leg fit.
- Material
- Stretch Twill
- Gender
- female
- Style
- wide-leg, relaxed-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Color
Size
Specifications
A pair of slightly stretch supple twill pants with a barrel leg silhouette, featuring an elastic back waistband, front slit pockets, a trompe-l'oeil back flap pocket, and a matching tie belt.
Elastic waistband at back, slit front pockets, trompe-l'oeil back pocket, tie belt.
- Material
- Stretch Twill
- Style
- wide-leg, relaxed-fit
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Additional Attributes
- Exclusively available in Canada at Icône
- Slightly stretch supple twill fabric
- Elastic waistband at back
- Slit pockets in front seams
- Trompe-l'oeil flap pocket at back
- Detachable tie belt
- High rise (12.75")
- Barrel leg silhouette
- 27-inch inseam
Product Insights
The Tie-Belt Stretch Twill Barrel-Leg Pant from Icône blends a playful, polished feminine silhouette with practical comfort: a barrel leg relaxed through hip and thigh then tapering, a high rise with adjustable tie belt and elastic back waist for non-restricting fit, and a polyester twill with elastane that recovers from wrinkles, prevents bagging, and allows airflow—all at $69 CAD, undercutting Quince and Madewell. Exclusive design details like the trompe-l'oeil back pocket and collaborations with emerging Canadian designers like Markantoine underscore its fashion-forward positioning, though sizing is limited to three sizes and relies on exact rise (12.75) and inseam (27) for fit guidance. The visible tie belt defines the waist and elongates legs, making the pant versatile from casual to polished occasions.
- Fit
Barrel leg is relaxed through hip and thigh, then tapers to a narrower opening.
Why this is supported
The barrel leg is designed with
a relaxed fit through the hip and thigh, then tapers to a narrower leg opening
How does the barrel leg fit through the hip and thigh compared to the leg opening?, creating a rounded silhouette. The high rise and slight stretch in the twill help it sit comfortably without tightness through the hips. The waistband uses
. The tie belt adjusts easily, and the elastic back ensures comfort at either extreme. Additionally, the high rise anchors the tie,
. Compared to similar pants,
- Sizing
Available in SMALL, MEDIUM, LARGE; compare 12.75 rise and 27 inseam to your best-fitting trousers.
Why this is supported
The pants are available in
SMALL, MEDIUM, and LARGE only
Are these pants true to size, or do they run small/large? And is the size range limited to SMALL-LARGE?with size small providing a
12.75" rise, 27" inseam
Are these pants true to size, or do they run small/large? And is the size range limited to SMALL-LARGE?. Compare these to your best-fitting trousers. In rise,
Icône's 12.75-inch front rise sits a full inch above the Madewell Chino (11.75 inches) and a slight step up from the Drapey Twill (12.625 inches)
How it compares to Quince and Madewell barrel pants — 12_75_inch_high_rise_vs_madewell_s_mid_high_rises. The inseam length is standard:
All three brands cluster around a 27-inch inseam for their barrel pants — Icône at 27", Quince at 27", and Madewell at 27 to 27.5"
How it compares to Quince and Madewell barrel pants — 27_inch_inseam_a_category_constant.
- Fabric
Polyester twill has a polished hand that softens with gentle cold washes.
Why this is supported
The diagonal twill weave creates a fluid, non-rigid drape that contributes to a polished, dressier handfeel than typical cotton-twill barrel legs. The fabric incrementally softens with each wash while maintaining its structure, and to preserve the elastane and prevent permanent bagging, machine wash cold on gentle cycle and dry on low heat or lay flat.
- Wrinkle and shape recovery
Twill and elastane combination recovers from wrinkles and prevents bagging.
Why this is supported
The twill's diagonal weave distributes creasing stress evenly so the pants recover from wrinkles quickly and stay polished through a full workday. The elastane in the stretch twill provides a gentle give that moves with the body, and the fabric's excellent recovery prevents the high-rise waist and barrel leg from bagging out after hours of wear.
- Breathability
Diagonal twill weave allows airflow for comfortable extended wear.
Why this is supported
The twill weave's diagonal structure permits enough airflow that the pant does not trap heat, keeping it comfortable for extended wear despite the synthetic fiber.
- Stretch comfort
Slight stretch twill and back elastic waist ensure a comfortable, non-restricting fit.
Why this is supported
The slight stretch in the twill, combined with the high rise, allows the pants to sit comfortably across the hips without tightness. The elastic panel at the back waist prevents gaping when seated while keeping the front flat. As one buyer noted,
The high rise and slight stretch in the twill help it sit comfortably without being tight through the hips.
How does the barrel leg fit through the hip and thigh compared to the leg opening?- Design philosophy
Barrel-leg and tie-belt reflect Icône's playful, polished feminine design.
Why this is supported
Catalog verified that Icône is positioned as
the most fashion-forward of the three
vancouverscape.comand emphasizes
polished, feminine pieces
stonerclassics.com. The brand focuses on playful, youthful accessible luxury, making the tie belt a deliberate focal point:
The whole idea is to show the tie waist, not to hide it.
fabulousafter40.comThese design elements—barrel leg and tie belt—are intentional trend-forward features consistent with Icône's design philosophy.
- Price context
At $69 CAD, it costs less than Quince ($82 CAD) and Madewell ($118 USD).
Why this is supported
The brand is described as offering
playful, youthful clothes with a more accessible price point than luxury fashion
thekit.ca. The specific price is
$69.00
stylight.ca. External pricing research places comparable barrel-leg pants at approximately $82 CAD for Quince and $118 USD for Madewell, confirming the accessible price point.
Catalog confirmed the price:
CAD for Icône,
$59.90
quince.comUSD (approx. $82 CAD) for Quince, and
$118
madewell.comUSD for Madewell, making Icône the most affordable. The fabric is described as
Slightly stretch supple twill
stylight.ca, a detail not found in Quince or Madewell barrel-leg descriptions.
- Canadian collaborations
Icône collaborates with emerging Canadian designers like Markantoine.
Why this is supported
Catalog verified that the Markantoine collab is part of Simons’s Icône range:
The Markantoine collab is part of Simons’s Icône range, one of the retailer’s in-house brands
thekit.ca. Additionally,
Markantoine, a recently-graduated Montreal design student, and Icône have launched a branded collection heavily inspired by motorsports, manga and neon
vancouverscape.com. These collaborations reinforce Icône's role as a creative incubator for accessible experimental design.
- Design details
Elastic back waist, tie-belt, and trompe-l'oeil back pocket: exclusive to Icône.
Why this is supported
Catalog verified the
Elastic waistband at the back
stylight.caand the
Tie belt
stylight.cafrom the product listing, both unique among the compared three. Additionally, the listing includes a
Trompe-loeil flap pocket at the back
stylight.ca. A style source notes:
The whole idea is to show the tie waist, not to hide it.
fabulousafter40.com— confirming the belt is a focal feature.
- Positioning
Icône is Simons' fashion-forward label, more trend-driven than Quince or Madewell.
Why this is supported
Catalog identified Icône as
the most fashion-forward of the three
vancouverscape.comand described as
polished, feminine pieces
stonerclassics.com. Another source calls it
one of the retailer’s in-house brands with a focus on playful, youthful clothes with a more accessible price point than luxury fashion
thekit.ca, reinforcing its trend-led, accessible luxury positioning.
- Waist design
Tie belt and elastic back make 12.75 rise adjustable and comfortable.
Why this is supported
The elastic back waistband
Elastic waistband at the back
stylight.cakeeps the front flat for a clean tuck, and the
Tie belt
stylight.caallows cinching for a custom fit. The rise measures
Rise: 12.75 (32.5 cm)
stylight.ca, taller than comparable barrel pants from Madewell (
11 3/4" rise
madewell.comand
12 5/8" rise
madewell.com), so the tie sits higher and defines the waist more effectively. The slight stretch in the twill ensures the pants
sit comfortably without being tight through the hips
How does the barrel leg fit through the hip and thigh compared to the leg opening?.
- Styling versatility
Visible tie belt defines waist, elongates legs, and works for various body shapes and occasions from casual to polished.
Why this is supported
The tie belt on these pants is intended to be a visual statement:
The whole idea is to show the tie waist, not to hide it.
fabulousafter40.comWhen cinched, the high rise helps
anchor the waist
mademoisellejaime.substack.comand creates a paper-bag effect that elongates the legs. The silhouette
flatters a variety of body shapes and sizes
thechictribe.comand transitions easily from relaxed (loose knot, tee) to polished (tucked blouse, heels), reflecting the brand's
polished, feminine pieces
stonerclassics.comethos.
- Measurements
Exact rise (12.75) and inseam (27) for size small aid size choice.
Why this is supported
The product description for size small includes exact measurements (
measurements (size small: 12.75" rise, 27" inseam)
Are these pants true to size, or do they run small/large? And is the size range limited to SMALL-LARGE?), allowing buyers to compare against their own best-fitting trousers to determine if they need S, M, or L.
- Rise
High rise anchors tie belt at natural waist for barrel-leg proportion.
Why this is supported
The 12.75-inch rise ensures the tie belt sits at the natural waist (
A high rise (on your body) will help to anchor the waist
mademoisellejaime.substack.com), a crucial proportion detail for a barrel-leg silhouette that could read as shapeless with a mid-rise.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of high-waisted barrel-leg pants in solid dark brown twill with a tied striped fabric belt visible at the waist; side pockets and straight hems are visible on the modeled garment.
- SilhouetteHigh-waisted, wide barrel-leg trousers with a straight full-length hem falling to the ankle area on the model.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.36 · w 0.64 · h 0.58 (high) - Material and finishMatte medium-weight twill fabric with smooth surface and minimal sheen.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.40 · w 0.64 · h 0.52 (medium) - Waist detailWaistband sits high with a tied fabric belt threaded through the waist and knotted at the front-right, the belt ends hanging down.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.48 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (high) - PocketsIn-seam side pockets with the model's hands partially inserted into the pockets.
2 regions
x 0.56 · y 0.50 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (medium); x 0.22 · y 0.52 · w 0.18 · h 0.32 (medium) - Leg seams and shapingVisible vertical seam lines near the front of each leg that contribute to the barrel shape; subtle crease and fabric fold lines visible along the legs.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.56 · w 0.42 · h 0.40 (medium) - Visible occlusionLower hems partly cropped by the image bottom and shoes overlap the pant hems; waist area overlapped by the tucked denim shirt.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.84 · w 0.80 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Model shot on a neutral indoor studio background; three-quarter frontal pose with slight head tilt, soft shadow on floor, even studio lighting.
- Model and poseFemale model standing three-quarter front with weight on one leg, hands in pockets, head turned slightly to the right.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.06 · w 0.60 · h 0.88 (high) - Background and floorNeutral light beige wall background with smooth polished concrete floor reflecting faint highlights.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Additional garment visibleModel wears a tucked long-sleeve denim-colored button shirt that overlaps the pant waistband.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.06 · w 0.60 · h 0.36 (high) - Lighting and reflectionsEven soft studio lighting with mild shadow under the model and faint reflection of shoes on the floor.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.70 · w 1.00 · h 0.30 (medium)
Colors
dark chocolate brown· pants#4B2A1Dstriped dark brown with white and light blue· tie belt#4C2B21- SilhouetteHigh-waisted, wide barrel-leg trousers with a straight full-length hem falling to the ankle area on the model.
- 02

Product
High-waist brown wide barrel-leg pants with a self tie-belt in a striped fabric; visible front seam, side pockets, and a deep wide leg silhouette from the waist down.
- Waistband and tie-beltMid-rise waistband with a fabric tie threaded through belt loops and tied in a flat knot at center front; the tie shows alternating diagonal lighter stripes on a dark brown ground and two loose tails hanging down over the front of the pants.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.27 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Front center seamVisible pressed seam or crease running vertically down the center front of each pant leg starting below the waistband and continuing toward the hem.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.33 · w 0.16 · h 0.62 (high) - Side pocket with handInset side pocket on the left side (model right) with the model's hand placed inside, creating a slight horizontal opening and visible pocket edge.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.34 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high) - Wide barrel-leg silhouetteLegs are wide and straight from the hip with a loose, full cut and minimal taper toward the hem, producing a barrel-leg appearance.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.34 · w 0.90 · h 0.61 (medium) - Fabric appearanceTwill-like woven fabric with a smooth, matte finish and slight visible surface texture consistent with a heavier woven pant fabric.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.42 · w 0.80 · h 0.50 (medium)
Other
Image is a cropped studio detail shot showing the pant waist and upper leg on a model wearing a blue denim shirt; neutral light background and soft, even lighting produce minimal shadows.
- Visible shirtBlue denim button-up shirt with a chest pocket and visible white snap or button, tucked into the pants at the front.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.02 · w 0.56 · h 0.30 (high) - Model hand and nailsRight hand of the model visible at the right edge of the frame with light-colored manicured nails, fingers relaxed beside the pant leg.
1 region
x 0.80 · y 0.46 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Shot compositionCropped midsection-to-thigh studio shot with the top of the head and lower legs out of frame; subject centered slightly left of center.
- Lighting and backgroundSoft, diffused studio lighting with a smooth, light neutral background and minimal directional shadows.
Colors
deep chocolate brown· pant body#4B2B1Cdark brown· tie-belt main#3C2116beige tan· tie-belt stripes- Waistband and tie-beltMid-rise waistband with a fabric tie threaded through belt loops and tied in a flat knot at center front; the tie shows alternating diagonal lighter stripes on a dark brown ground and two loose tails hanging down over the front of the pants.
- 03

Product
Rear view of high-waisted, wide-leg brown pants in a smooth matte twill with a single flap pocket on the right back and a striped tie-belt visible at the waist.
- SilhouetteHigh-waisted barrel-leg trousers with a wide, straight leg and full-length hem that falls to the shoes.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.80 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte twill-like fabric with minimal visible texture and soft drape.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.24 · w 0.64 · h 0.64 (high) - Center back seamSingle vertical seam runs down the center back of the pants from waistband toward crotch area.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.18 · w 0.06 · h 0.30 (medium) - Back pocket detailSingle rectangular flap pocket positioned on the right back hip with a straight-edged flap.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.23 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Waistband and beltWaistband sits at the natural waist with a striped tie-belt threaded around it; belt appears partially tucked and tied at back.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.06 · w 0.50 · h 0.12 (high) - Visible stitchingHemline and pocket edges show single-line topstitching visible against the fabric.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.86 · w 0.68 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Studio rear-shot showing model from mid-back to feet against a light neutral background; denim shirt tucked into the waistband and black flats visible; soft even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionRear-facing studio shot cropped from mid-back to floor centering the pants.
- BackgroundSmooth light neutral background and seamless floor with no props.
- Model stylingDenim long-sleeve shirt tucked into the waistband; right hand resting beside hip, black flat shoes visible at hem.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.00 · w 0.36 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.86 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high) - LightingSoft, even studio lighting with faint shadowing on the floor under the legs.
Colors
deep brown· pants main fabric#4B2A1Ddark navy· tie-belt backgroundoff-white· tie-belt stripelight brown stripe· tie-belt stripe 2- SilhouetteHigh-waisted barrel-leg trousers with a wide, straight leg and full-length hem that falls to the shoes.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
2 total2 reviews · out of 5
Jeans
Très beau beau tissus
Perfect fit
I’m so pleased with these pants. The barrel cut is flattering and the elastic waist in the back of the pants ensures a perfect fit. The tie belt is a classy touch. The chocolate colour is a lovely warm brown. Highly recommend these pants!