Formed by the Past
Officer Shorts Out Now!
As we release the Officer Shorts in their natural, undyed form, I wanted to share some insight into the construction process behind this garment and highlight a few key details.
These shorts are crafted from heavyweight 11oz cotton canvas—the same durable fabric used for our knot bags and officer bags (which will be restocked mid-July). The design draws inspiration from classic military fatigues, evident in several signature features.
Oversized fatigue pockets, exaggerated cargo pockets, and adjustable waist tabs—all hallmarks of high-function military pants—are thoughtfully incorporated for both function and style.
Every detail has been carefully considered, from the inclusion of custom in-house printed tags to the precisely tailored outseam, crafted to your exact fit preferences.
Production Insight
Before production begins, individual patterns for each size variation are created. While the differences may be subtle, these adjustments are essential to ensure each pair fits perfectly.
The fabric is pre-washed to remove any shrinkage and residual chemicals from the mill.
Each panel is hand-cut by me downstairs, often accompanied by a mix of music that probably disturbs the neighborhood.
Every pair is sewn in-house on restored vintage sewing machines—many older than I am. These machines come with unique mechanical quirks and technical challenges, but they’re reliable and full of character.
As with all my pieces, each pair is finished with our own in-house tags—cut, printed, and sewn by hand—making every pair truly one of a kind.
Dyed variations will be releasing of these shorts very soon, so keep an eye out!
Thank you for all the support
Sincerely,
R