These high-waisted, pleated vintage-style trousers are made of sturdy pure wool with a charcoal grey, black, cream melange stripe. The design is based on an original pattern from the 1940s with all the attention to details. They have 6 belt hoops for wearing with a belt. There are two generous side pockets, and a small change pocket at the front, as well as two back pockets. The buttons are made from coconut. The waistcoat has a black taffeta jacquard back, and black lining. You can order with or without waistcoat in the dropdown menu.
ARTICLE FEATURES:
made after the 1940 pattern
high waist with extra-long zip
belt hoops
small front watch pocket with button and loop
spacious side pockets
double welt pockets with button and loop
100% wool
coconut buttons
SIZE INFORMATION:
Sizes are measurements of the waist in inches. Please measure to be sure, jeans sizes or chinos often have different sizing, you will need to size up 1 or 2 sizes. When measuring the waist, make sure you measure high enough, just below the ribs is the right place. Take a measuring tape or cord and pull it tight enough to be comfortable. Or use a belt that you fasten and measure it to find the right size. When in doubt, side up, this fabric doesn't give any stretch! Instructions for measuring can be found here:
LENGTH:
The inseam of the trousers is 33 inches, which may seem short but corresponds to 36-inch jeans. There is also plenty of fabric in the turn-ups.
MATERIAL AND CARE:
Trousers: 100% wool, with 100% cotton poplin pockets. The wool is of EU origin and bought from overstock production. Waistcoat: front 100% wool, lining Acetate, back viscose taffeta
Dry clean only. Wool is dirt-repellent by nature. Remove stains carefully with a cloth and mild detergent. Hang it in fresh air occasionally.
