PT-148

An original denim fabric woven in Ibara, Okayama. The warp is a thick-count organic cotton, rope-dyed so that only the surface takes the indigo and the core of the yarn stays white. The weft is a two-ply yarn of non-mulesed wool together with silk noil — a spun yarn remade from short fibres such as waste cocoons that cannot be reeled into raw silk. Because much of the wool and silk sits on the reverse of the cloth, it feels warm and soft against the skin. By choosing non-mulesed raw materials, we reduce the burden on the sheep. (Mulesing is the practice of cutting away part of the skin and flesh around a sheep's hindquarters without anaesthetic, to prevent parasites from lodging in the folds of the skin.)

Wide pants with a roomy thigh and a deep rise. A slight taper towards the hem keeps a soft impression while holding a balanced silhouette. The length is set a little short so the hem does not drag on the ground. The topstitching thread matches the denim in colour, keeping the finish from feeling too casual. The pocket bags are made of organic cotton.