P&M Patterns : Orlando Trousers

The trousers/culottes ORLANDO offer a cool and chic silhouette. Flowy and loose, this wide model is worn slightly below the waist. It offers optimal comfort thanks to the knife pleats at the waist that enhance the looseness of the cut and a low crotch that gives ORLANDO a baggy style (the crotch line can easily be raised for those who do not look the baggy effect).

 Paired with sneakers, ORLANDO will have a trendy urban look, that is more masculine. A contrario, paired with high-heels and a nice blouse, it will be the epitome of femininity and elegance…

The choice of fabric is of paramount importance: a thick fabric, such as tweed or ribbed velvet may thicken the silhouette by adding volume. Lighter fabrics with a nice drape are preferable

ORLANDO takes its name after its silhouette that is both feminine and masculine. As is Virginia Woolf’s main character…