Vintage 70s Women's Pants Bell Bottom Accordian Pleated Plaid Small to Medium VFG Made in Italy
DETAILS: I have never seen anything quite like these pants before - I am thinking 70s vintage, but I'm not completely confident. The pants are medium rise, and fitted through the midthigh. From there, the pantlegs flow into elephant bells via umbrella pleating - a most interesting effect. The pantleg hem is finished with serging, probably to avoid the pleat disruption that would be caused by turning the edge under for a typical hem.
SIZE: Labeled USA 6, BS 36, GB 32
| Measurements | Inches | Cm |
| waist | 27.5" | 70 |
| Front rise | 9" | 23 |
| Hips | 36" | 91.5 |
| Pantleg bottom circumference | 42" | 106.5 |
FABRIC/COLORS: Medium weight woven plaid, in tiny scaled dark red, black, and taupe. Fabric is a poly blend
TAGS: No maker's tag, but does say Made in Italy.
CLOSURES: Front closing, with a 4" nylon zipper and an orange plastic button at the waist.
CONDITION: There are two snags to the fabric on the back of the left pantleg - see closeup. No other issues noted - no stains, holes or tears.
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