Sewn-Pleat Waist Ultra-Wide Pant

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Fit

Flatters straight and athletic figures; distorts on curvy hips and overwhelms narrow frames; petites need hemming.

Rise

The 14.5 inch rise sits above the natural waist, creating a long silhouette, but may bunch on short torsos.

Inseam length

The 31 inch inseam grazes the floor on a 5'6 wearer; under 5'4 requires hemming or heels.

Sheerness

White pants are fully sheer; ecru/linen opacity uncertain; black is opaque.

Construction

Permanently sewn front pleats in a cuffed waistband with hidden back zip.

Pleat durability

Polyester-rich crepe holds the sewn pleats crisp through washing without ironing.

Styling

A 2.5-inch heel and front tuck are essential for the intended silhouette.

Fabric

The crepe fabric resists wrinkles and holds crisp pleats, allowing seamless day-to-night wear.

Exclusivity

This product is from an exclusive Canadian-designed line available only at Simons.

Pleats

Permanently sewn pleats do not relax or gape.

Closure

Hidden back zipper, no front hardware.

Resilience

Resists wrinkles, holds pleats, maintains shape and color over time.

Drape

Weighted crepe prevents leg ballooning; spandex adds comfort.

Breathability

Limits airflow; best for temperate or air-conditioned settings.

Care

Machine wash cold gentle, line dry; spot clean by dabbing; buyers report white colorway is completely sheer.

Pleat preservation

Cold gentle wash inside out and low-heat drying maintain the front pleats.

Spot cleaning

For minor spills, dab with mild detergent instead of rubbing.

Proportions

Elongates lower body; may bunch on short torsos or distort on curvy hips.

Sustainability vision

This pant is part of Simons' long-term circularity strategy.

Material sustainability

72% recycled polyester: same performance as virgin, 18-50% less carbon.

Color retention

Black colourway keeps saturated colour and resists fading to rusty brown.

Hidden hardware

Hidden back zip and side pockets keep the front completely smooth.

Product record

Title

Sewn-Pleat Waist Ultra-Wide Pant

Brand

Icône

Price

89 CAD

Availability

In stock

Why sewn‑down pleats matter

• The pleats are formed by folding over and topstitching the top edge of the fabric — referred to as a 'cuffed' waist — rather than attaching a separate waistband, which trims bulk and creates a smooth, continuous line from the high rise (14.5 inches/37 cm) down through the pleat, enhancing the elongated silhouette.
• The two front pleats are stitched down as part of the waistband, locking them in place so they never relax or open up, even after hours of sitting — a design move that eliminates the common annoyance of pleats that gape or lose their crease, ensuring the pant always looks freshly pressed.
• Stitched-down pleats descend from the tradition of men’s tailored trousers, where they serve to keep the pleats sharp and prevent them from flaring open at the lap; applied to a women’s ultra-wide-leg pant, that same tailoring rigor gives the front a polished, almost tuxedo-pant precision while the leg does all the drama.
• Polyester — the fiber used in this recycled-content crepe — is inherently superior to natural fibers at holding pleat definition through wash and wear, which means the sewn-in pleats maintain their crisp fold without any need for ironing or re-setting, even after multiple launderings.
• The dense crepe's crisp hand gives the pleats structural integrity, while the fabric's inherent stretch (as described in the 'dense and stretch crepe' characterization) allows the sewn pleats to lie flat against the body without pulling, so the 14.5-inch high-rise waist remains comfortable even when seated.
• With two deep pleats per panel, the front holds extra fabric that releases into the ultra-wide leg, allowing comfortable stride and sitting movement without adding visible bulk at the hips — the sewn tucks keep the excess fabric disciplined so the silhouette remains clean and flat-fronted.

How it compares to similar pants

• As an Icône by Simons exclusive designed in Canada, this pant is available only at Simons, giving it a degree of exclusivity that contrasts with the widely distributed Aritzia Effortless Pant — for buyers looking to avoid the uniformity of a viral style, the Icône offers a more distinctive, boutique-derived alternative.
• Whereas the Aritzia Effortless Pant has a traditional pleated front, the Icône pant’s deep pleats are built into a cuffed and sewn waistband that locks them in place permanently, giving it a sculpted, architectural appearance that won’t relax over time.
• The Icône pant closes with a hidden zipper at the back, preserving the uninterrupted line of the waistband and deep front pleats, whereas the Aritzia Effortless Pant uses a traditional front zipper and button that can add bulk and break up the clean front.

Fabric performance and long‑term care

• Unlike cotton or viscose blacks that fade to a rusty hue, polyester crepe holds black dye tenaciously through many washes — so the pants retain their saturated black for years, which is particularly important for a tailored wide-leg style where faded colour undermines the sharp silhouette.
• Polyester crepe delivers superb wrinkle recovery but, as a synthetic, trades airflow for that crispness — these pants are most comfortable in air-conditioned or mild settings, and may feel sticky in tropical humidity.
• The product description’s ‘dense and stretch crepe with a rich drape’ signals that the ultra-wide leg won’t balloon out stiffly — the crepe’s fluid hand and gentle weight allow the fabric to fall in soft, architectural folds that keep the silhouette controlled.
• Minor spills on the crepe can be lifted by gently dabbing with a mild detergent solution — never rubbing, which can distort the fabric’s grain and introduce a texture change that stands out on the smooth side panels.
• Recycled polyester crepe resists creasing even after a day packed in a suitcase, so these pants maintain their polished silhouette straight from luggage — the kind of low-maintenance performance that makes polyester crepe a go-to for work trips.
• The dense, strong polyester yarns give the crepe enough structural memory to resist bagging at the knees and seat after hours of sitting — a practical advantage for a high-waisted pant worn through long days.
• To keep the sewn-in front pleats crisp, wash inside out on a cold gentle cycle and either line dry or tumble dry on the lowest setting — repeated high-heat drying can relax the pleats and degrade the crepe’s texture over time.

The sustainability angle of the fabric

• Icône is designed and sold exclusively by Simons, whose director of sustainable development has stated a 'long-term vision to develop the circularity of its supply chains and increase the use of recycled materials'—meaning this recycled-polyester pant isn't a one-off, but part of a deliberate brand-wide material strategy.
• Mechanically recycled polyester emerges from the shred-melt-spin process structurally identical to virgin polyester, so the dense, stretch crepe used here keeps its rich drape, strength, and color depth—no performance trade-off for the sustainable sourcing.
• Producing recycled polyester (rPET) bypasses petroleum drilling and refining, cutting the manufacturing carbon footprint by an independently estimated 18–50% versus virgin polyester—so the pants deliver the same crepe density and stretch recovery with meaningfully lower upfront climate impact.

Styling the ultra‑wide leg

• On a frame 5'4" and under, the 31-inch inseam and ultra-wide cut will pool significantly without a heel — stylists recommend pairing this pant with a platform sandal or a kitten heel of at least 2.5 inches, and a completely tucked-in fitted top, to maintain proportion and prevent the silhouette from swamping the body.
• With a 31-inch inseam and an ultra-wide leg, this pant is cut to graze the floor when worn with heels; a pointed-toe pump, block heel, or platform sandal of 2–3 inches prevents the hem from dragging and creates the long, uninterrupted line that makes the silhouette read as intentional rather than oversized.
• The 14.5-inch rise and sewn front pleats form a defined waist that vanishes under an untucked top; a front tuck or full tuck of a slim-fitting top — a ribbed tank or fine-gauge knit — restores the waistline and prevents the ultra-wide leg from overwhelming the torso.
• The dense crepe fabric — described as having a 'rich drape' — gives the ultra-wide leg enough body to avoid a limp, formless look; this mechanical substance means the same pair can anchor a work-ready outfit with a tucked blouse and loafers or pivot to evening with a silk camisole and stilettos, a versatility that sets it apart from softer, more casual wide-leg fabrics like linen.