Recommended fabrics for the Deer and Doe sewing pattern Safran pants are cotton-elastane (denim, twill, sateen...) with 20-30% crosswise stretch. For the lining use a lightweight cotton. Allow extra fabric to match stripes or plaids.. Safran is a high waisted skinny jeans and pants. Version A has back pockets and belt loops, and version B is pared down with a cropped ankle length.