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Broader industry standards show that many brands aim for certified more sustainable materials [6].","q":"Is the organic cotton certified (e.g., GOTS or OCS) and are the washing processes using low-impact methods beyond the EIM score?"}],"reviews":[{"date":"March 13, 2026","title":"Un beau look de jeunes","rating":5,"content":"Je porte du 31 habituellement, mais cette taille n’était pas disponible alors j’ai pris la taille 32 et c’est ok mais une ceinture s’impose","reviewer_name":"Andre O."}],"target_countries":"US","canonical_url":"https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/jeans/straight/minimalist-blue-jean-new-york-fit-straight--13169-226828?colourId=0","deep_research":{"dimensions":{"jeanologia_eim_score":{"title":"What the Jeanologia EIM score means","entries":{"finishing_stage_focus":"Because EIM evaluates only the garment-finishing stage (washing, drying, treatments) rather than cotton farming or fabric weaving, the score of 17 specifically assures that the post-sewing processes were optimized, making it a meaningful complement to the organic cotton material rather than redundant eco-labeling.","jeanologia_s_industry_role":"Developed by Spanish technology firm Jeanologia, the EIM software is used by over 100 brands globally to benchmark and reduce denim laundry impacts, giving the score of 17 a standardized, cross-brand comparability that a proprietary 'eco' tag would lack.","score_17_vs_industry_average":"Conventional denim finishing without low-impact technology often scores between 50 and 70 on the EIM scale; at 17, this jean’s wash process carries approximately one-fourth to one-third the environmental load of a typical washed jean.","eim_score_multifactor_assessment":"The EIM score aggregates four distinct impact categories — water consumption, energy use, chemical risk, and worker health — into one figure, so a low score of 17 means the finishing process performs well across all these dimensions simultaneously, not just a single factor like water savings."}},"organic_cotton_denim_properties":{"title":"Organic cotton denim: feel, stretch, and durability","entries":{"breathability":"Organic cotton fibers, being naturally less processed, maintain a more open surface structure that allows air to circulate through the fabric, helping wick moisture away from the skin and keeping the wearer cooler during transitional seasons or active daily use.","stretch_blend_durability":"The inclusion of elastane gives the denim a flexible, body-conforming fit, but the stretch component can degrade if exposed to high heat; washing in cold water and avoiding the dryer preserves the elastic's recovery power, keeping the jeans from developing baggy knees and a loose waistband over time.","jeanologia_eim_score_of_17":"A score of 17 out of 100 on the EIM scale signals that the jeans' wash process used significantly less water, energy, and chemicals than conventional denim, which typically scores above 50; this gentler finishing translates to a fabric that feels softer and more broken-in right out of the box, bypassing the stiff break-in period of heavily processed jeans.","organic_cotton_cultivation":"Because organic cotton is grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, the fibers are free from chemical residues that can trap heat and irritate skin, making these jeans a more comfortable choice for all-day wear, particularly for those with sensitive skin or in warm climates."}}}},"handle":"minimalist-blue-jean-new-york-fit-straight-13169-226828","storefront_path":"/en/men-clothing/jeans/straight/minimalist-blue-jean-new-york-fit-straight--13169-226828","storefront_url":"https://ai.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/jeans/straight/minimalist-blue-jean-new-york-fit-straight--13169-226828"}}