Twik
Casual Low-Rise Short
CA$9.99CA$49.95-80%
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The Casual Low-Rise Short by Twik is a women's denim short with a low-rise waist, 3-inch (7.5 cm) rise, and 10.5-inch (27 cm) inseam, designed for everyday summer wear. It features a five-pocket layout with slanted front and patch back pockets, zip fly, belt loops, copper rivets, and a straight hem. Made from cotton denim containing 50% organic cotton, it is machine washable and offered in sizes 29, 30, and 32.
- Material
- 100% cotton denim
- Style
- casual, low-rise
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Specifications
Casual low-rise denim shorts with a classic 5-pocket design and zip fly closure.
5-pocket design, zip fly with belt loops, 3-inch rise, 10.5-inch inseam
- Material
- 100% cotton denim
- Style
- casual, low-rise
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Additional Attributes
- 100% cotton denim
- 5-pocket design with classic styling
- Zip fly closure
- Belt loops for accessorizing
- Low-rise fit: 3-inch rise
- 10.5-inch inseam for a modern cropped length
- Designed exclusively in Canada
- Casual everyday wear
Product Insights
The Twik Casual Low-Rise Short, exclusive to Simons, is a rigid 100% cotton denim short with a 10.5-inch inseam and Y2K low-rise cut, designed in Canada with 50% organic cotton but pre-washed to offset some sustainability gains. It starts stiff, softens with wear, and does not stretch, maintaining fit via no elastane. Pre-washing removes 30-50% of indigo, leading to subtle uniform fading and up to 3% potential shrinkage if not cold-washed and hang-dried; washing every few months strengthens fabric up to 60% but can also shrink 1-3%. The rigid denim develops lasting whisker creases unique to each wearer, though placement is affected by the 3-inch rise and first wash. Available in Dirty Wash (worn patina) and Light Wash (uniform blue), it offers versatile styling at 49.95 CAD, undercutting comparable Levi's shorts, with the key tradeoff being the need to manage shrinkage and the pre-wash's partial offset of the organic cotton benefit.
Verified claims
- Break-in feel
- 100% cotton denim starts stiff and softens after several wears.
- Fit stability
- 100% cotton denim does not stretch with wear, maintaining fit.
- Fading
- Pre-washed denim fades subtly and develops whisker creases unique to the wearer.
- Washing effects
- Washing this 100% cotton denim every few months can make the fabric up to 60% stronger, while the first wash can shrink it up to 1–3% if washed in hot water or machine dried.
- Crease character
- Rigid 100% cotton denim develops whisker creases across the front hip from repeated sitting and bending, creating a wear pattern unique to each wearer.
- Fade character
- Pre-washed denim fades more uniformly than raw denim, but the wash option determines the starting contrast: Dirty Wash has an uneven medium-blue tone with subtle distressing, while Light Wash is a more uniform faded blue.
- Inseam
- 10.5-inch inseam provides mid-thigh coverage surpassing typical 2-3 inch micro shorts.
- Fashion relevance
- Exclusive Simons-designed shorts aligned with the low-rise revival.
- Care
- Rigid 100% cotton with a pre-washed finish resists waistband sagging, enables whiskering, and reduces the extreme initial stiffness of raw denim.
- Exclusive design
- Designed in Canada and exclusive to Simons stores and website.
- Organic cotton
- 50% organic cotton qualifies for Simons' Vision reduced-impact label.
- Brand commitment
- Simons set a 50% sustainable-fibre minimum for its exclusive production and surpassed it by 2022, when 80% of the cotton used was organic.
- Waistband retention
- Made from 100% cotton with no elastane, the waistband resists stretching out and sagging with repeated wear.
- Fade behavior
- Pre-washed finishes have already lost 30-50% indigo, so subsequent washes yield subtle uniform fading.
- Shrinkage
- Cold water washing and hanging to dry minimize shrinkage; the denim can otherwise shrink up to 1–3% in the first wash, especially with hot water or machine drying.
- Durability
- Washing every few months increases fabric strength up to 60%.
- Wash aesthetics
- Dirty Wash has a worn, uneven patina; Light Wash is a uniform faded blue — both on-trend for Y2K revival.
- Wash longevity
- Pre-washed finishes produce subtle, uniform fading rather than high-contrast raw-denim fades, and rigid cotton develops whisker creases with repeated wear.
- Exclusivity
- Designed in Canada and sold exclusively through Simons, giving it limited distribution compared with mass-market denim.
- Versatility and styling
- The 10.5-inch inseam gives a mid-thigh, day-to-night silhouette rather than a micro-short length, and the shorts are offered in Dirty Wash and Light Wash for different styling.
- Sustainability
- 50% organic cotton, part of Simons' reduced-impact fiber commitment.
- Value
- At 49.95 CAD, undercuts Levi's low-rise shorts with longer inseam; exclusive to Simons.
- Sustainability focus
- The 50% organic cotton sustainability benefit comes from lower-impact farming rather than recycled or closed-loop content, so it is most relevant to shoppers who prioritize agricultural impact.
- Fit comparison
- Unlike low-rise shorts with stretch elastane, the Twik short's rigid 100% cotton construction produces a clean, non-clinging fit through the hip and thigh.
- Organic cotton availability
- In this price tier, the Twik short is essentially the only direct option for a rigid denim short with certified organic cotton.
Product record
- Title
- Casual Low-Rise Short
- Brand
- Twik
- Price
- 49.95 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 9 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Casual Low-Rise Short: Choose this if you want casual, low-rise denim shorts that sit below the natural waist, with a 3 inch (7.5 cm) rise, a 10.5 inch (27 cm) inseam ending on the upper thigh, and a relaxed straight leg. They come in White, Dirty Wash, and Light Wash, with classic five-pocket styling, a zip fly with a metal button, belt loops, and tonal stitching. Note the listing states the fabric is 50% cotton and 50% organic cotton, while the page also describes the denim as 100% cotton, so verify the composition if that matters to you.[1,2,3,4] | Low-Rise Denim Mini Short: Choose this if you want a very short black denim mini: it sits low on the waist with a 2.5 inch (6 cm) inseam, a straight slightly boxy cut, and a clean folded hem with no fraying or cuff. Details include a five-pocket design, zip fly with a single metal button, belt loops, contrasting topstitching, and an EIM score of 10, which qualifies as low environmental impact for the denim's treatment and washing. Note the listing's composition descriptions differ, stating both 100% cotton denim and a 50% cotton, 50% organic cotton blend.[5,6,7,8] | Low-Rise Jort: Choose this if you want a low-rise, wide-leg denim short from Twik by Simons, a brand the retailer describes as an exclusive designed in Canada. It sits low on the hips with a 10.5 inch (26.5 cm) rise and a 9 inch (23 cm) inseam that falls to around the knee, finished with a zip fly, belt loops, a five-pocket design, and light topstitching on a clean, un-distressed hem. Note that the listing states the denim as 100% cotton in one place and 50% cotton / 50% organic cotton in another, so the exact composition is unclear, and the available variant shown is Off White.[9] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
White low-rise shorts shown on a model: short inseam, straight hem, visible waistband with button and belt loops, and front pockets.
- Short silhouetteLow-rise white shorts with a short inseam and a straight, even hem; shorts sit below the model's natural waist and end on the upper thigh.
1 region
x 0.19 · y 0.34 · w 0.46 · h 0.18 (medium) - Waistband and closureMid-width waistband with visible belt loops and a round metal button at center front; fly area present but zipper teeth are not visible.
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.33 · w 0.22 · h 0.07 (high) - Front pocket detailsSlanted front pockets visible on both sides; right-side pocket area shows the model's hand resting near or in the pocket.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.13 (high); x 0.43 · y 0.36 · w 0.16 · h 0.13 (high) - Fabric appearanceOpaque woven fabric with a smooth, slightly structured finish consistent with denim or twill; no visible print or pattern.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.35 · w 0.38 · h 0.16 (medium) - Stitching and seamVisible topstitching along waistband and pocket openings in thread that closely matches the short color; side seams visible at outer edges of the shorts.
1 region
x 0.19 · y 0.35 · w 0.46 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Studio lifestyle shot showing a full-body model against a plain white wall; even soft lighting with minimal shadows, model wearing additional garments and footwear that are not part of the product.
- Model and poseFemale model standing and leaning against a white wall with one knee bent and one foot raised against the wall; left hand near pocket and right arm relaxed by side.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.96 (high) - Styling elements visibleModel wears a navy blue camisole, light blue mid-calf socks, and brown leather lace-up shoes; these items are visible but are not the product being described.
2 regions
x 0.33 · y 0.09 · w 0.35 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.72 · w 0.32 · h 0.22 (high) - Background and lightingPlain seamless white background and floor with soft, even studio lighting producing subtle shadows primarily below the feet and behind the raised leg.
- Image framingFull-body vertical crop centered on the model with space above the head and below the feet; no visible props or packaging.
Colors
white· shorts#F3F2F8- Short silhouetteLow-rise white shorts with a short inseam and a straight, even hem; shorts sit below the model's natural waist and end on the upper thigh.
- 02
Product
Front view of low-rise white denim shorts on a model, showing waistband, button closure, belt loops, five-pocket styling, visible copper rivets, and straight hem.
- Overall silhouetteWhite low-rise denim shorts seen from the front with a relaxed straight leg opening ending above mid-thigh.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.28 · w 0.76 · h 0.48 (high) - Waistband and closureStructured waistband with belt loops and a centered metal button closure above a fly; stitching visible along waistband and fly seam.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.40 · h 0.16 (high) - Pocket styleFive-pocket styling with two front scoop pockets and a small coin pocket partially visible at the right front pocket area.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.30 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high) - RivetsSmall round copper-colored rivets at pocket stress points, visible on both front pocket corners.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.33 · w 0.06 · h 0.05 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.33 · w 0.04 · h 0.05 (high) - Fabric texture and finishDenim weave texture visible on the white fabric with tonal stitching and a matte finish.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.34 · w 0.60 · h 0.36 (high) - HemStraight folded and stitched hem at each leg opening with visible topstitching.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.62 · w 0.64 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Close-cropped studio shot showing model from midriff to mid-thigh against a plain light background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionFramed from just below the model's ribcage to mid-thigh, centered on the shorts; hands rest at the sides and are partially visible.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundEven light neutral background with no visible props or packaging.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse lighting producing gentle shadows along inner thighs and under the hem, with modest highlights on metal rivets.
- Image cropTop of the image crops the model's torso at the lower ribcage; lower legs are cropped out below mid-thigh.
Colors
bright white· shorts fabric#CAC9CDcopper· metal rivets#A9856Esilver gray· button#BEBDC1- Overall silhouetteWhite low-rise denim shorts seen from the front with a relaxed straight leg opening ending above mid-thigh.
- 03
Product
Rear view of white mid-rise denim shorts on a model showing the back waistband, two patch back pockets, belt loops, and a rectangular beige patch at the waistband.
- Overall silhouetteWhite denim shorts shown from the rear with a straight waistband, slightly relaxed short legs, and a hemmed leg opening.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.55 · w 0.64 · h 0.35 (high) - Back pocketsTwo square patch back pockets with visible topstitching positioned symmetrically on each buttock.
2 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.65 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.65 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high) - Waistband and belt loopsStraight waistband with belt loops visible at the sides and center back, and a horizontal seam line at the top of the shorts.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.54 · w 0.60 · h 0.10 (high) - Leather or faux leather patchRectangular beige patch sewn onto the right side of the back waistband.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.54 · w 0.13 · h 0.07 (high) - Fabric texture and finishOpaque white woven denim with visible topstitching and a matte finish; stitching lines contrast slightly in texture but are the same color as fabric.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.55 · w 0.64 · h 0.35 (medium) - Hem detailStraight stitched hem at each leg opening with a single visible fold and seam.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.80 · w 0.60 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio rear-view shot of a model against a plain light background with even soft lighting and minimal shadows; image shows model from upper back to mid-thigh and is vertically centered.
- Model pose and framingFemale model photographed from the rear, torso slightly turned to the left, hands resting near the front hips; image cropped to show from upper back to mid-thigh.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.05 · w 0.84 · h 0.90 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light gray to off-white seamless background with soft even studio lighting and minimal cast shadows.
- Visible other clothingNavy tank top with light blue trim worn by the model is visible above the shorts but is not part of the shorts product.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.28 (high) - Tattoos and jewelrySmall tattoos visible on the model's left upper arm and right forearm and a set of earrings visible on the left ear.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.25 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.44 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-focused image with accurate color rendering and no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
white· shorts fabric#C5C4CAbeige· waistband patch#B3937B- Overall silhouetteWhite denim shorts shown from the rear with a straight waistband, slightly relaxed short legs, and a hemmed leg opening.
Variants
10 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4486990 | Casual Low-Rise Short - White - 29 | CA$49.95 | Yes |
| 4486991 | Casual Low-Rise Short - White - 30 | CA$49.95 | Yes |
| 4486992 | Casual Low-Rise Short - White - 32 | CA$49.95 | Yes |
| 4486994 | Casual Low-Rise Short - Dirty Wash - 25 | CA$49.95 | Yes |
| 4486997 | Casual Low-Rise Short - Dirty Wash - 28 | CA$49.95 | Yes |
| 4486998 | Casual Low-Rise Short - Dirty Wash - 29 | CA$49.95 | Yes |
| 4486999 | Casual Low-Rise Short - Dirty Wash - 30 | CA$49.95 | Yes |
| 4486828 | Casual Low-Rise Short - Light Wash - 29 | CA$49.95 | Yes |
| 4486829 | Casual Low-Rise Short - Light Wash - 30 | CA$49.95 | Yes |
| 4486830 | Casual Low-Rise Short - Light Wash - 32 | CA$49.95 | Yes |