Pants

Vintage 1940s Western Fringed Trousers Faded

I was drawn to these trousers the moment I encountered their Hollywood provenance - there are very few pieces that carry verifiable studio lineage and still hold up as...

$145
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The story

Why we picked it
I was drawn to these trousers the moment I encountered their Hollywood provenance - there are very few pieces that carry verifiable studio lineage and still hold up as wearable artifacts. The dark brown suede-style fringe along the outer seams was engineered for camera movement, which gives them a dramatic quality that no reproduction could replicate. The faded dusty rose tone is unexpected for Western workwear of the period, and that quiet idiosyncrasy is precisely what makes this piece so compelling to me.

A genuine piece of Hollywood costume history, these mid-century Western trousers capture the cinematic vision of late 19th-century frontier style. Sourced from a legendary film costume collection, they bear the authentic marks of professional studio use and on-screen performance.

Constructed from heavy cotton canvas or twill in a faded dusty rose or clay tone, the trousers feature a high-waisted silhouette with button-front fly and suspender buttons. The signature design element is dark brown suede-style fringe detailing along the outer side seams, engineered for dramatic movement on camera. Professional studio-grade tailoring is evident throughout the interior construction. The garment shows good distressed vintage condition consistent with its working history in film and stage production.

Key Features & Details

  • Men's XL (Short), 39x29
  • Heavy cotton canvas or twill construction
  • Faded dusty rose or clay tone
  • High-waisted silhouette with button-front fly
  • Suspender buttons
  • Dark brown suede-style fringe along outer side seams
  • Professional studio-grade tailoring
  • Sourced from Hollywood film costume collection

Why You'll Love It

  • Authentic costume piece with verifiable Hollywood provenance
  • Distinctive fringe detailing creates visual drama and movement
  • Heavy-duty construction reflects period-accurate frontier wear
  • Wearable vintage with character and historical significance

Condition & Disclaimer

This is a pre-owned vintage item sourced from a trusted third-party seller. Foundry was not the original purchaser. Items are sold as found and may show minor signs of wear consistent with age, adding to their vintage character. Pricing, shipping, and returns are managed by the original seller. This site may earn a commission from purchases made through third-party links.

Measurements & condition
Condition
Good · 3.5/5
Fit
High-waisted, straight leg, full-length with side fringe
Piece
Western fringed trousers

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