
Columbia
Back Beauty High-Rise Slim-Leg Shell Pant
The Columbia Back Beauty High-Rise Slim-Leg Shell Pant is a cold-weather hiking pant with a water-repellent, windproof stretch shell and an insulated polar fleece underside. It features an easy-slip-on elastic high-rise waistband, a zip side pocket, and ankles with adjustable barrel toggles, with a slim tapered leg that narrows to the ankle. It is rated 4.25 out of 5 from 4 reviews.
- Material
- Water-repellent and windproof stretch shell with insulated polar fleece underside
- Gender
- female
- Style
- activewear, performance, technical, slim-fit, high-rise, sporty
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Activewear
Color
Specifications
High-rise slim-leg shell pants with water-repellent, windproof stretch fabric and fleece backing for cold-weather hiking.
Water-repellent and windproof stretch shell, insulated polar fleece underside, easy-slip-on elastic waistband, zip side pocket, adjustable barrel toggle ankles.
- Material
- Water-repellent and windproof stretch shell with insulated polar fleece underside
- Style
- activewear, performance, technical, slim-fit, high-rise, sporty
- Occasion
- hiking, travel
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Activewear
Additional Attributes
- high-rise waist
- slim-leg silhouette
- dynamic close fit that hugs curves
- water-repellent finish
- windproof stretch shell
- insulated polar fleece underside
- easy-slip-on elastic waistband
- zip side pocket
- adjustable barrel toggle at ankles
- designed for cold-weather hikes
Product Insights
Back Beauty High-Rise Slim-Leg Shell Pant Shell: 96% polyester, 4% spandex; lining: 100% recycled polyester Insulated polar fleece underside traps heat for cold-weather warmth without bulk Water-repellent and windproof shell, but not waterproof; showerproof for light rain and dry snow Windproof construction limits airflow and can build heat during high-output activity; fleece backing dries slowly if soaked Sizing feedback is split; use hip measurement rather than jeans size, and consider sizing up if between sizes
Verified claims
- variant_selection
- Single black colorway; four sizes (S, M, L, XL) all in stock at 95 CAD
- fit
- Slim, close fit through hip and thigh, but the leg runs slightly roomier than the model photos suggest
- sizing
- Sizing feedback is split; use hip measurement rather than jeans size, and consider sizing up if between sizes
- inseam
- 31.5-inch inseam; full-length, landing at or just below the ankle bone on an average-height wearer
- waistband
- Wide, fully elastic high-rise waistband with no belt loops or drawcord; it stays in place without rolling down
- ankle_adjustment
- Adjustable barrel toggle at each cuff lets you cinch the hem
- material
- Shell: 96% polyester, 4% spandex; lining: 100% recycled polyester
- warmth
- Insulated polar fleece underside traps heat for cold-weather warmth without bulk
- weather_protection
- Water-repellent and windproof shell, but not waterproof; showerproof for light rain and dry snow
- breathability
- Windproof construction limits airflow and can build heat during high-output activity; fleece backing dries slowly if soaked
- care
- Machine wash cold on gentle cycle with similar colours; no bleach, fabric softener, ironing or dry cleaning; tumble dry low
- dwr_maintenance
- DWR finish fades with wear and washing; reactivate with low tumble dry and renew with spray-on treatment when water stops beading
- construction
- Bonded softshell construction joins the stretch shell to a fleece backing without stitching through both layers, reducing bulk
- pockets
- Spec lists a zip side pocket; rear imagery shows a horizontal cargo-style pocket on the right thigh, and one reviewer called the pockets badly placed
- styling
- Black colorway only, with a slim tapered leg and high-rise waist that reads as everyday winter wear
- use_cases
- Suited to cold-weather hiking, winter jogging, errands, and layering over a base layer
- layering
- Wear as a standalone outer pant or with a base layer underneath; no full side zips mean they cannot be pulled over trousers
- durability
- Reviewers report quality construction and no defects; one called it 'super qualité'
- value
- At 95 CAD, a mid-priced technical pant with fleece backing and DWR that reviewers consider good quality
- fit_check
- Try on while sitting, bending knees and taking a high step; the waistband should allow one or two fingers between it and your body
- gender
- Women's specific fit
Product record
- Title
- Back Beauty High-Rise Slim-Leg Shell Pant
- Brand
- Columbia
- Price
- 95 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 4.25 stars, 4 reviews
Buying Guide
0 comparisons · 2 sourcesUses
Cold-weather hiking pants with a close, slim-leg fit
Designed for cold-weather hikes, these Columbia shell pants offer a dynamic, close fit that the brand says hugs your curves. The slim leg ends in a narrow hem long enough to cover the top of hiking shoes as worn on the model shown.[1,2]
Cold-weather jogging and running
Reviewers describe these shell pants as a warm layer for jogging in cold air, with a fabric that holds heat without feeling bulky. Several reviewers also note the legs fit a bit roomier than the product pictures, which they say adds comfort while moving.[1]
A go-to layer for cold-weather errands
Slip on these Columbia shell pants when you're running around town on chilly days. According to an analysis of customer reviews, the comfortable high-rise fit and heat retention make them an easy go-to for cold-weather errands.[1]
Layering over thermal base layers
For cold-weather wear over a thermal base layer, this pant's non-skin-tight leg leaves room for an extra layer underneath without bunching. A customer review reported this layering benefit, based on an analysis of that review.[1]
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Slim, tapered black pants with a smooth, slightly stretchy-looking fabric and a wide, flat waistband; pant legs are narrow through the thigh and calf and end at the ankles with a small forward opening at the hem.
- WaistbandWide, flat waistband with no visible belt loops or drawcord; top edge sits at the model's mid-torso level.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.32 · w 0.52 · h 0.12 (high) - Leg silhouetteSlim, straight-to-tapered leg that follows the model's leg with a narrow opening at the ankle.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.42 · w 0.60 · h 0.54 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte fabric with slight stretch appearance and minimal surface texture; no visible pattern or knit texture.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.38 · w 0.48 · h 0.44 (high) - Front seam detailSubtle raised seam or stitch line visible along the front center of each pant leg.Partial
2 regions
x 0.38 · y 0.46 · w 0.12 · h 0.40 (medium); x 0.50 · y 0.46 · w 0.12 · h 0.40 (medium) - Ankle hem openingSmall forward-facing slit or opening at the front of each ankle hem.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.84 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.84 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Full-body studio shot of a model wearing the pants; neutral light gray background with soft shadow; additional garments and footwear visible but not part of the product.
- Model and poseFrontal full-body view of a standing model with one hand resting at hip and one arm relaxed at side.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.03 · w 0.76 · h 0.97 (high) - Background and lightingEven, high-key studio lighting on a plain light gray backdrop with a soft shadow cast to the model's right.
- Additional garmentsModel wears a sleeveless quilted vest over a long-sleeve top and athletic shoes; these garments are visible but not described as the product.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.08 · w 0.56 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.20 · y 0.86 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - Legible chest text“Columbia”
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.20 · w 0.15 · h 0.10 (high)
Colors
black· pant fabric- WaistbandWide, flat waistband with no visible belt loops or drawcord; top edge sits at the model's mid-torso level.
- 02

Product
Front view of a pair of slim-leg, high-rise black shell pants on a model, showing waistband, center front seam, smooth matte fabric, and slight ankle bunching.
- Overall silhouetteSlim-leg trousers with a high-rise waist shown from the front on a model; legs are straight and narrow toward the ankle.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.86 (high) - Waistband constructionWide, flat high-rise waistband with visible topstitching along the upper edge and no visible belt loops or drawcords.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.06 · w 0.50 · h 0.12 (high) - Center front seamSingle vertical center seam running down the front of each pant leg from the waistband toward the crotch area.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.16 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, slightly matte shell fabric with a uniform surface and minimal visible texture.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.62 (high) - Side hip detailSubtle side seam at the hip area with no visible external pocket openings; hip area appears unadorned.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (medium); x 0.70 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (medium) - Ankle fitSlight fabric bunching at the hem over the shoes, indicating a full-length inseam that rests on the top of the footwear.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.77 · w 0.62 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio front-facing product shot cropped from the mid-torso to the floor, with a white seamless background and even soft lighting; model hands and athletic shoes visible as props.
- Shot compositionFrontal studio shot cropped at mid-torso and including feet; model centered in frame against a white background.
- Background and lightingUniform white background with soft, even lighting and subtle shadow on the right side of the backdrop.
- Visible propsModel hands resting at sides and a pair of multicolored athletic shoes visible at the bottom of the frame; shoes are not part of the product entry.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.72 · w 1.00 · h 0.28 (high)
Colors
black· pant body#0D0E12- Overall silhouetteSlim-leg trousers with a high-rise waist shown from the front on a model; legs are straight and narrow toward the ankle.
- 03

Product
Rear view of slim-leg shell pants in a dark solid color showing a high-rise elasticized waistband, stitched center-back seam, a horizontal cargo-style pocket on the right thigh, and a tapered leg that reaches the shoe hem.
- View and silhouetteRear-facing slim-leg pant silhouette with a high-rise waist and a tapered leg that sits over the shoe heel.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.12 · w 0.52 · h 0.78 (high) - WaistbandElasticized high-rise waistband with gathered top edge; waistband appears slightly textured compared with the leg panels.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.14 · w 0.30 · h 0.09 (high) - Center back seamVertical stitched center-back seam running from the waistband down the seat to the upper thigh.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.30 (high) - Right thigh pocketHorizontal cargo-style pocket on the right thigh composed of two visible horizontal openings or welted flaps stacked vertically.
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.34 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high) - Stitching and seamsVisible topstitching along the outer side seams and around the pocket edges; seams are tone-on-tone and clearly defined.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.20 · w 0.52 · h 0.70 (high) - Fabric finishSmooth, matte shell fabric with minimal surface texture and low sheen.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.40 · h 0.60 (high) - Brand logo“Small white printed logo and wordmark positioned on the right side of the seat below the waistband reading 'Columbia' with a small diamond-shaped mark to its left.”
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high) - Hem and ankle fitStraight narrow hem that reaches down to cover the top of the hiking shoes, with a slight bunching at the back of the ankle.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.78 · w 0.46 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio shot with a plain light background showing a cropped model from mid-back to feet; even soft lighting with subtle shadow cast on the floor and slight reflection on the shoe soles.
- Background and stagingPlain light neutral backdrop and floor forming a continuous studio sweep.
- Model croppingImage shows the model from mid-back down to the shoes; upper torso and head are cropped out of frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium) - Visible footwear (prop)Trail-style hiking shoes in two-tone colors are visible and partially covered by the pant hem; shoes are props and not part of the garment.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.80 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven studio lighting with soft shadows visible beneath the shoes and slight directional shading on the pant legs.
Colors
very dark charcoal· main fabricwhite· logo- View and silhouetteRear-facing slim-leg pant silhouette with a high-rise waist and a tapered leg that sits over the shoe heel.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Columbia
Women's Back Beauty™ High-Rise Pants
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4363904 | Back Beauty High-Rise Slim-Leg Shell Pant - Black - Small | CA$95.00 | Yes |
| 4363905 | Back Beauty High-Rise Slim-Leg Shell Pant - Black - Medium | CA$95.00 | Yes |
| 4363906 | Back Beauty High-Rise Slim-Leg Shell Pant - Black - Large | CA$95.00 | Yes |
| 4363907 | Back Beauty High-Rise Slim-Leg Shell Pant - Black - X-Large | CA$95.00 | Yes |
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Customer Reviews
4 total4 reviews · out of 5
Tissu trop mince
Tissu trop mince
Super qualité, chaud fait très
Super qualité, chaud fait très bien
Really awesome pants
These are great. Not as skin tight as appear on the model which is nice, since I'll be using them for winter jogging. I would buy again - they seem fantastic.
Very comfortable, nice fit.
Very comfortable, nice fit.