Tobacco Signet Quilt Trousers

Tobacco Signet Quilt TrousersThese trousers are inspired by a turn of the century tobacco silk quilt. Tobacco silks were small printed fabric cards inserted in cigarette packages. The themes of silks varied widely and included military awards, kings and queens, and animals. The silhouette is that of a traditional trouser high rise, straight leg. Side tie waist adjusters for ideal fit Two front slash pockets Two back flap pockets 100% silk with cotton trim Made in India Dry Clean

The jacquard weave allows for complex designs to be woven into the fabric as it is made

The item features metallic thread appliqué on an orange tropical wool base

The original skirt was likely made to commemorate numerous square dances and rival clubs

It features a faithful reproduction of the delicately embroidered woven-mesh fabric

100% Pima cotton

This jacket is inspired by men's outerwear

circa 1870s-1930s

These trousers are inspired by an Edwardian baptismal gown

These side-tie trousers are made from crimson British corduroy

Elastic waist

and strands to fasten beneath the chin

Sometimes called the "electric fan