
Contemporaine
Pleated Waist Flared Maxi Skirt
Contemporaine by Simons exclusive designed in Canada flared maxi skirt with pleated waist. It has a slightly elastic back waist, two sewn pleats, hidden back zip closure, and slit side-seam pockets. Unlined and made from a breathable TENCEL lyocell and linen blend; item length listed as 15.25 inches (39 cm).
- Material
- TENCEL lyocell and linen
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, elevated-basics
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts > Long Skirts
Color
Size
Specifications
A pleated waist flared maxi skirt in a supple and lightweight TENCEL lyocell and linen blend, featuring a hidden zip closure and side-seam pockets.
Supple lightweight fabric, TENCEL lyocell and linen blend, elastic waist, pleated waist, hidden zip, side-seam pockets, unlined.
- Material
- TENCEL lyocell and linen
- Secondary
- linen
- Style
- casual, elevated-basics
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- toddler
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts > Long Skirts
Additional Attributes
- Contemporaine by Simons exclusive design, made in Canada
- Supple and lightweight fabric with a delicate sub texture
- Breathable TENCEL lyocell and linen blend
- Unlined construction
- Slightly elastic waist at the back
- Two sewn pleats at the waist
- Hidden zip closure at the back
- Slit side-seam pockets
- Length: 15.25 inches (39 cm)
- Flared maxi silhouette
- Pleated waist detail
Product Insights
Contemporaine's Pleated Waist Flared Maxi Skirt delivers a crisp, smooth silhouette through two sewn-in front pleats that hold their crease after repeated washing and never need re-pressing, while the back's slight elastic lets the waistband give when sitting so the zippered front stays comfortable. Its core promise is structure and ease, but the tradeoffs are clear: the TENCEL/linen body creases easily and requires steaming or pressing after laundering, fitting true to the natural waist rather than hips, and the orderable color is Mint/Pistachio Green even though listing photos display a mustard-yellow skirt, creating a likely mismatch between expectation and delivery.
Verified claims
- Pleats
- Two sewn-in front pleats keep the waistline smooth, put flare low, and stay crisp after washing
- Waistband design
- Slight elastic at the back lets the waistband give when sitting, so the zipped waist doesn't dig in
- Care methods
- The TENCEL/linen body creases easily and may need steaming or pressing after washing to look crisp.
- Pleat durability
- The two waist pleats are sewn into the waistband rather than merely pressed, and hold their crease after washing.
- Color options
- Every orderable size is Mint/Pistachio Green, but the listing photos show a mustard-yellow skirt.
- Waist fit
- True to size by natural waist, not hips: two sewn pleats keep the front flat and back elastic gives seated ease only.
- Pockets
- The skirt has slit side-seam pockets for hand access, but no dedicated hem vent; the unlined lightweight fabric means bulky pocket contents can show as lumps, so flat items are safest.
- Opacity
- The unlined lightweight TENCEL/linen fabric is likely to be somewhat sheer, especially in lighter colors like mint/pistachio, so a slip or nude seamless undergarments may be needed.
- Fabric comfort
- The skirt's fabric is supple and lightweight with a smooth TENCEL hand; the linen component can feel slightly crisp against bare skin at first but softens with washing.
Product record
- Title
- Pleated Waist Flared Maxi Skirt
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 29.95 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
- Rating
- 1 reviews
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Mustard yellow flared maxi skirt with stitched waistband, front pleats, a soft linen-like drape and a slightly raw lower hem; skirt shows an asymmetric fold revealing the left leg and an inner hem panel that appears slightly darker.
- Garment silhouetteFlared A-line maxi skirt that falls to the ankles with visible fullness and soft drape from the waistband.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.36 · w 0.70 · h 0.54 (high) - Waistband constructionFitted stitched waistband sitting at the natural waist with a horizontal seam line visible across the front.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.36 · w 0.40 · h 0.08 (high) - Pleating detailSoft stitched front pleats starting below the waistband that add volume to the skirt front.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.42 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high) - Hem and inner panelLower hem appears to be a single-turned hem with a slightly raw or frayed edge; an inner hem panel or facing visible where the skirt is lifted shows a slightly deeper yellow shade.
2 regions
x 0.19 · y 0.70 · w 0.62 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.84 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (medium) - Side opening / leg revealLeft side of the skirt is lifted to reveal the left leg and an inner skirt opening that creates an asymmetric front fold.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.58 · w 0.28 · h 0.34 (high) - Fabric appearanceMedium-weight woven fabric with a slightly textured, natural fiber look and soft, structured drape.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.44 · w 0.58 · h 0.44 (medium)
Other
Lifestyle studio shot showing a seated model on a wooden block in an interior setting with natural window light, wooden table prop, and neutral concrete wall background.
- Model and poseFemale model seated on a low wooden block with one leg crossed forward and the other extended, left hand resting on the skirt creating a lifted fold.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.64 · h 0.84 (high) - Styling and accessoriesModel wears a sleeveless white tank top, small hoop earring, rings and holds a black-and-white patterned clutch at hip level.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.08 · w 0.40 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.22 · y 0.38 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high) - Props and environmentWooden table and bench visible to the left and a large window to the right showing out-of-focus exterior; smooth polished concrete floor and textured concrete wall form the background.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.38 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.14 · w 0.22 · h 0.56 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft natural light from the right window produces gentle highlights and soft shadows across the model and skirt, with subdued overall contrast.
- Image cropping and focusFull body crop from head to feet with the entire skirt visible; image is sharp on the model and skirt, background slightly softer.
Colors
mustard yellow· main skirt fabric#C3AB64deep golden yellow· inner hem / facing#8C8463- Garment silhouetteFlared A-line maxi skirt that falls to the ankles with visible fullness and soft drape from the waistband.
- 02

Product
Front view of a mid-calf flared skirt with a flat waistband and soft box-pleat shaping at the waist in a warm mustard yellow woven fabric.
- SilhouetteA-line flared skirt falling to mid-calf with visible sway and soft fullness from the waist to the hem.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.66 (high) - WaistbandFlat, straight waistband sitting at the natural waist with a narrow topstitched seam line along the top edge.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.06 · w 0.52 · h 0.08 (high) - Pleat / shaping detailSoft inward box-pleat or tuck visible at the front left and right extending from the waistband down into the skirt, creating vertical folds.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.12 · w 0.18 · h 0.52 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.14 · w 0.16 · h 0.54 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth woven fabric with a matte to very slight luster surface and light vertical creasing from movement.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.48 (high) - HemSimple folded hem with visible topstitching along the bottom edge, even circumference.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.66 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Visible seamsSide seam lines are visible where the skirt panels meet, running vertically toward the hem.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.56 (medium); x 0.78 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.56 (medium) - Partial occlusion by modelModel hands rest along the sides of the hips, slightly obscuring the skirt side panels near the top.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.36 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing model from waist down against a neutral white background with soft even lighting; black woven flats are visible on the model's feet.
- Shot compositionCentered vertical crop showing the skirt from waist to feet; image includes part of the model's torso and full legs to the feet.
- Background and surfacePlain light gray-to-white seamless studio background and floor with minimal shadow under the feet.
- Model stylingModel wears a dark brown cropped top visible at the waistband and black woven slingback flats; feet are placed slightly apart.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.00 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.74 · w 0.40 · h 0.24 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused lighting from front with subtle shadows along skirt folds and a faint shadow beneath the shoes.
Colors
mustard yellow· skirt fabric#CEA13C- SilhouetteA-line flared skirt falling to mid-calf with visible sway and soft fullness from the waist to the hem.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a knee-to-calf length flared skirt in a solid mustard-olive color with a narrow gathered waistband and a short center-back opening with a visible metal zipper slider. The skirt shows vertical panel seams and a clean stitched hem.
- SilhouetteA-line flared skirt falling to mid-calf with soft fullness from the waist and a smooth outer surface without visible printed pattern.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.88 · h 0.68 (high) - WaistbandNarrow waistband with slight gathered/elastic appearance at the very top edge; fabric meets the waistband in a smooth seam.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.06 · w 0.48 · h 0.10 (high) - Center-back seam and closureVertical center-back seam running down from the waistband with a short top opening that includes a small visible metal zipper slider at the waistband edge.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.08 · w 0.08 · h 0.30 (high) - Panel seamsSubtle vertical panel seams visible as faint single needle topstitch lines dividing the skirt into panels.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.16 · w 0.12 · h 0.68 (medium); x 0.58 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.66 (medium) - Hem finishClean folded hem with a single visible topstitch around the skirt edge.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.78 · w 0.80 · h 0.14 (high) - Fabric appearanceWoven fabric with a smooth matte finish and soft drape showing gentle vertical folds and shallow creasing.
Other
Studio product photo showing the skirt worn by a model from the rear against a plain light background; model legs and black woven slingback flats are visible. Even soft studio lighting minimizes harsh shadows.
- Model stylingModel is shown from the mid-back down wearing the skirt with a cropped dark top; right hand rests near the side seam and a ring is visible on the right hand.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.02 · w 0.28 · h 0.34 (high) - Shoes visibleBlack woven slingback flat shoes visible on both feet, positioned on a uniform light studio floor.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.82 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light neutral studio background and floor with soft, even lighting and faint soft shadow beneath the model.
Colors
mustard olive· skirt body#BC8A24metallic silver· back zipper slider- SilhouetteA-line flared skirt falling to mid-calf with soft fullness from the waist and a smooth outer surface without visible printed pattern.
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Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Confection de qualité
Effet chic. Seule bémol, un peu difficile a repasser. Le tissu fripe facilement.