Lange wijde matrozenbroek, met metalen knopen, van wit linnen, afgezet met blauwe banden c. 1930 - 1940

This pair of wide-legged sailor trousers, made of white linen with metal buttons, embodies the spirit of utility and elegance. I imagine W. Rowe carefully selecting this crisp linen, feeling the potential of the material in their hands. The metal buttons gleam, each one a tiny anchor securing the garment’s form. What was Rowe thinking about when they were designing this? The slight stain on the thigh tells a silent story of wear, labor, and movement. It is a reminder that even the most functional objects carry traces of lived experience. Each stitch and seam speaks to the hand of the maker, the consideration and care given to creating a garment that balances practicality with a certain naval style. And isn't it interesting how these pants, so clearly functional, also hint at broader themes of identity and belonging, reflecting the narratives embedded in everyday objects?