Contemporaine
Dense Pleated Bermuda Short Fit: Straight Leg, High Rise
This product is a women's high-rise, straight-leg Bermuda short from Contemporaine by Simons, an exclusive design made in Canada. It is crafted from a flowy, dense organic cotton blend fabric and features front slant pockets, trompe-l'oeil sewn piped back pockets, a hidden front hook-and-eye closure, belt loops, and a pressed center crease on each leg. Measurements for size 4 include a 10.5-inch front rise and an 11-inch inseam, with a knee-skimming hem.
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Specifications
- Material
- 50% organic cotton, 47% polyester, 3% spandex
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Product Insights
The Dense Pleated Bermuda Short from Contemporaine uses a 50% organic cotton, 47% polyester, 3% spandex blend that is dense enough to anchor accordion pleats while resisting shrinkage and stretching without losing shape. Its 10.5-inch rise and 11-inch inseam create a leg-lengthening, office-appropriate silhouette, with pleat shadows, a smooth front, and hidden hook-and-eye closure that eliminate bunching and slim the stomach. Trompe-l'oeil pockets and faux back pockets prioritize uncluttered lines over storage, a tradeoff the buyer accepts for polished summer performance. The polyester wicks moisture and dries fast, and the spandex provides gentle stretch that prevents chafing and retains shape at hips and knees. At 99 CAD, it costs more than a comparable high street short but adds organic cotton and Canadian design.
Verified claims
- Styling
- Pleat shadows and a smooth front with hidden hook-and-eye and trompe-l'oeil pockets slim the stomach and lengthen the leg.
- Fabric
- 50% organic cotton, 47% polyester, 3% spandex blend: dense to anchor pleats, resists shrinkage, stretches without losing shape; machine wash cold for fit.
- Summer performance
- Nearly half polyester makes the shorts dry significantly faster than 100% cotton.
- Stretch and comfort
- The small spandex content adds gentle stretch so the straight-leg cut flexes during movement without stretch-out, preserving the tailored shape.
- Pleats
- 10.5-inch rise and accordion pleats create a long, lean line with hidden hip room.
- Length and use case
- 11-inch inseam: polished Bermuda length for work or dressed-up summer.
- Occasion
- 11-inch inseam and 10.5-inch rise create a leg-lengthening, office-appropriate silhouette.
- Shrinkage
- 47% polyester prevents shrinkage, preserving inseam and rise after washing.
- Smooth front
- Hidden hook-and-eye closure eliminates center-front bunching for a smooth silhouette.
- Design signature
- Hidden closure and trompe-l'oeil pockets produce a polished, uncluttered silhouette.
- Faux back pockets
- Faux back pockets are a deliberate design choice that prioritizes silhouette over storage.
- Price comparison
- At $49.95, it costs ~$16 more than the M&S short, adding organic cotton and Canadian design.
- Fit
- High-rise pleats expand when sitting, providing room, and vertical creases slim the stomach, flattering pear and curvy shapes.
- Care
- Machine wash cold gentle, tumble dry low to keep the original rise and inseam.
- Shape retention
- The dense fabric holds the pleats vertical and keeps the straight silhouette crisp through hours of wear.
- Top pairing
- The high-rise waist pairs seamlessly with cropped tops and tucked-in shirts.
- Sizing consistency
- Sizing reports are mixed: one reviewer reports the shorts run too small, and another reports they run slightly large.
- Golf suitability
- One reviewer reports these shorts are ideal for golf.
Product record
- Title
- Dense Pleated Bermuda Short Fit: Straight Leg, High Rise
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 99 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 6 sourcesUses
For a flattering, tailored everyday look
Customer reviews consistently praise this Bermuda short's high-rise, straight-leg cut as flattering with a beautiful, tailored look. It suits shoppers who want a polished, put-together short for their wardrobe.[1]
Comfortable everyday wear
For shoppers who want a soft, comfortable bermuda short that feels pleasant against the skin for everyday wear. One review noted the fabric supports comfortable wearability, though sizing reportedly runs small, so the fit may feel snug. A reviewer who found them too small otherwise loved the shorts.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Dense Pleated Bermuda Short Fit: Straight Leg, High Rise: Choose this if you want a high-rise, straight-leg Bermuda short with a tailored, pleated look — reviewers have consistently praised its flattering, tailored cut, and it features a pressed center crease, hidden hook-and-eye closure, front slant pockets, and decorative back pockets. The flowy, dense fabric is an organic cotton blend (50% organic cotton, 47% polyester, 3% spandex) with an 11-inch inseam and 10.5-inch front rise in size 4. Note that one reviewer found the sizing runs small, so consider ordering a size up to avoid a too-snug fit.[1,2] | Stretch Dress Bermuda Short Fit: Wide Leg, High Rise: Choose this if you want a tailored, high-rise Bermuda short with a wide, boxy leg, pleated waist, and pressed creases that reads like suiting rather than denim. It offers a finely woven stretch fabric with softness and stretch (67% recycled polyester, 29% rayon, 4% spandex), front slant pockets with trompe-l'oeil piped pockets behind, a hidden hook-and-eye closure, and belt loops, in a knee-length cut measuring a 12.5 inch rise and 14.25 inch inseam in size 4. It comes in Black and Slate Grey in sizes 2 through 16; note the fabric is a matte, polyester-rayon blend rather than cotton denim.[3,4,5] | Elastic Waist Linen-Cotton Bermuda Shorts Fit: Wide Leg, High Rise: Choose these high-rise, wide-leg Bermuda shorts if you want a gathered elastic waistband and a structured, wrinkle-resistant look for smart-casual wear — reviewers report the flattering wide-leg silhouette keeps you neat from commute to office, especially paired with the matching blazer. Note that the 55% organic linen, 45% cotton blend is heavier and less breathable than typical linen, so it may feel too warm on very hot days, and fit feedback is mixed: some with wider hips find the legs tight while the waist gaps, and there is no tall inseam option.[6] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a model wearing tan high-rise, straight-leg Bermuda shorts with a visible center front crease, styled with a black belt with gold buckle, a brown fitted high-neck top tucked in, and a matching tan cropped jacket draped over the shoulders.
- Shorts shapeHigh-rise Bermuda shorts with a straight, knee-skimming hem and a visible pressed center front crease on each leg
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.48 · w 0.44 · h 0.37 (high) - Shorts material appearanceSmooth woven fabric with a matte finish and crisp tailoring visible at the front waistband and pleat lines
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.48 · w 0.44 · h 0.28 (high) - Waistband and closureHigh waistband with an internal fly front; no visible external button on the waistband in this view
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.36 · w 0.26 · h 0.14 (medium) - BeltBlack leather belt threaded through belt loops with a rounded gold metal buckle and a gold rectangular keeper
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.38 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (high) - TopForm-fitting brown high-neck top tucked into the waistband, smooth knit appearance
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.15 · w 0.32 · h 0.28 (high) - Jacket stylingCropped tan jacket in the same color family as the shorts draped over the shoulders with a visible patch pocket and a decorative gold button on the left front panel
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.10 · w 0.45 · h 0.42 (medium) - Earring detailSingle visible sculpted gold earring on the model's right ear with a polished metallic finish
1 region
x 0.61 · y 0.03 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio shot with a neutral off-white background showing the model from head to just below the knees in a three-quarter pose; soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Background and lightingPlain off-white background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal directional shadowing
- Pose and framingModel posed three-quarter to camera, head angled downward and left hand placed at the hip; image cropped just below the knees
- Image qualityHigh-resolution, sharp focus on garments with natural color rendering and no visible text or labels in the background
Colors
camel tan· shorts and jacket#C49D71dark chocolate brown· top#3C2A1Cblack· belt#1C0E09polished gold· belt buckle and earring#BA9375- Shorts shapeHigh-rise Bermuda shorts with a straight, knee-skimming hem and a visible pressed center front crease on each leg
- 02
Product
Front view close-up of high-rise straight-leg Bermuda shorts in a camel/tan smooth woven fabric, showing waistband, belt loops, center front seam and slanted side pockets with one hand inserted.
- Waistband and closure areaFolded waistband with two visible belt loops at front; center front shows a covered fly area with topstitching but no visible button or exposed zipper.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.11 · w 0.53 · h 0.16 (high) - Pleat / center creaseSingle pressed vertical crease running down the center of each short leg from waistband to hem, creating a tailored pleated appearance.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.23 · w 0.13 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.23 · w 0.13 · h 0.60 (high) - Side pocketsSlanted inset side pockets; right pocket partially occupied by hand and left pocket seam visible at hip level.
2 regions
x 0.71 · y 0.16 · w 0.17 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.17 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte woven fabric with uniform color and minimal surface texture; fabric appears medium weight and holds the pressed creases.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.20 · w 0.56 · h 0.62 (high) - HemlineStraight hem that falls above the knee with clean finished edge and no visible cuff or stitching detail on the front face.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.73 · w 0.58 · h 0.15 (high) - Visible model stylingModel wearing a dark brown top tucked into the waistband, visible from waist up to mid-torso.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.00 · w 0.48 · h 0.17 (high)
Other
Studio product shot cropped mid-thigh showing model from mid-torso to knees on a plain light gray background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionCentered crop focusing on front of shorts from just below the bust to mid-thigh; model's left hand rests at side and right hand is in pocket.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light gray background with soft diffuse lighting that minimizes strong shadows and produces even color rendering on the garment.
- Image quality and cropHigh-resolution clear image with fine detail visible; lower legs partially visible and image cropped at mid-thigh and just below the chest.
Colors
camel tan· main fabric#B88F64- Waistband and closure areaFolded waistband with two visible belt loops at front; center front shows a covered fly area with topstitching but no visible button or exposed zipper.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a pair of high-waist, straight-leg bermuda shorts in a warm tan/camel woven fabric showing belt loops, a center back seam, two horizontal welt back pockets, and pressed creases on each leg.
- Overall silhouetteKnee-length bermuda shorts with a high waist and straight, slightly tapered legs visible from the rear.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.18 · w 0.84 · h 0.66 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth woven fabric with a fine even surface and a faint sheen; fabric hangs with soft structure and small natural folds around seat and back of knees.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.76 · h 0.60 (high) - Waistband and belt loopsStraight waistband with evenly spaced belt loops; belt loops are made from the same fabric and color as the shorts.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - Center back seamA vertical center back seam runs from the waistband down through the seat to the crotch area.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.18 · w 0.04 · h 0.40 (high) - Back welt pocketsTwo horizontal welt-style back pockets positioned symmetrically on the upper rear, each with a narrow welt finishing.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.26 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.28 · w 0.26 · h 0.06 (high) - Pressed creasesSingle pressed crease visible on each leg running vertically from waist area toward hem; creases are sharper on the right leg in this view.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.40 · w 0.14 · h 0.44 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.40 · w 0.18 · h 0.44 (high) - Hem finishClean straight hem hitting just above the knee with no visible decorative topstitching.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.74 · w 0.76 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio-style rear product shot on a plain light gray background showing the model from mid-back to knees with even diffuse lighting and slight shadows; hands rest at the model's sides.
- Background and stagingEven light gray seamless background with no visible props.
- Model visible partsModel's lower back, hips, and both hands are visible; a dark brown top is partially visible tucked into the waistband.
3 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.06 · w 0.32 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.04 · y 0.10 · w 0.18 · h 0.66 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.66 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse studio lighting with gentle shadows under the hem and around natural folds; no harsh specular highlights.
- Image cropCropped to show rear view from mid-back down to just below the knees; waist and hem are fully within frame.
Colors
camel tan· main fabric#B68D61camel tan· belt loops and waistband#B68C61- Overall silhouetteKnee-length bermuda shorts with a high waist and straight, slightly tapered legs visible from the rear.
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Customer Reviews
5 total5 reviews · out of 5
Idéal pour le golf
Idéal pour le golf
Trop petit
Bermudas très beau mais trop prtit
Chic bermuda
Très belle coupe. Tissu confortable.
Nice shorts
Nice tailoring and fit.
Un peu grand
Bien