Why it's worth it
Box pleats this deep in cotton that holds its shape — the volume stays put all day.
The Edit
Wide enough to pass for a skirt, these pleated culottes are cut from 100% organic cotton in a weighty, flat finish that holds the silhouette without any lining. The waist closes with a zip fly underneath a self-fabric drawstring threaded through brass eyelets — functional layering, not decoration. A removable patch pocket sits at the hip, secured with its own tie, adding the only asymmetry to an otherwise clean front.
Insider Tip
The pocket detaches completely — worn without it, the silhouette reads much more tailored.
The details
Made of
100% cotton
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