A Pair of Western Tailored Woman's Trousers: Japanese Cotton

mid twentieth century
from waist band to cuff:34 1/4", 87.5 cm
waistband width when flat: 13", 33 cm
width of leg when flat: 11 1/2", 29 cm

This is a pair of woman's trousers which are stitched from cloth that was recycled, probably from a traditional Japanese garment. They are still wearable.

The cloth is indigo dyed kasuri cotton, very softened over time and the trousers are simply fashioned: they are hand stitched.

Note the waist band of a contrasting kasuri cotton pattern that is outfitted with three belt loops: the trousers close on the side with two metal snaps.

A lovely pair of pants which show us a glimpse of life from old Japan.