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OLIVER PLEAT PANT CS product image (primary)
Loose, wide-leg vertically striped pants with side hand pockets and a soft drape; the visible portion shows vertical light-gray stripes on a darker gray background and a relaxed, flowing silhouette that falls over the shoes.

ET AL

Oliver Pleat Pant Cs

A$529.00AUD
In Stock

The Oliver Pleat Pant Cs is a unisex wide-leg pant with front pleats and dart detailing at the hem, creating a tulip-shaped hemline. It features an elasticised waistband at the back, insert side pockets, and back patch pockets. Made from 100% linen with a vertical stripe pattern, it requires dry cleaning and is designed in Melbourne.

Color
MIDNIGHT / GREY
Material
100% Linen
Gender
unisex
Style
wide-leg, relaxed-fit, casual
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants

Color

MIDNIGHT / GREY

Size

5601234
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Specifications

A unisex wide-leg pant with front pleats, dart detailing at hem creating a tulip-shape, and elasticised waistband.

Front pleats, dart-detailed tulip hem, elasticised waistband, side pockets, back patch pockets.

Color
MIDNIGHT / GREY · gray
Material
100% Linen
Style
wide-leg, relaxed-fit, casual
Gender
unisex
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants

Additional Attributes

  • pleat at front
  • dart detailing at hem for tulip-shape hem
  • elasticised waistband at back
  • insert side pockets
  • back patch pockets
  • 100% linen fabric
  • dry clean only
  • designed in Melbourne
  • unisex wide-leg silhouette
  • tulip-shape hem

Product Insights

The Oliver Pleat Pant Cs from ET AL is a unisex, 100% linen trouser engineered for warm-weather comfort: its breathable weave (85–120 cm³/cm²/s) and linen's moisture-absorbing, quick-drying properties keep the legs 3–4°C cooler than polyester, while flax's tensile strength (5.5–6.5 g/denier) maintains the garment's shape even when sweat-soaked. The fit balances ease and structure—an elasticised back waistband is the only stretch, while front pleats add hip and thigh room, tapering to a dart-detailed hem that styles well with boots and heels. Sizing is consistent across ET AL trouser styles, so ordering the usual 0–6 number works. The core tradeoff is care: dry cleaning is required to protect the pressed pleats, and hand-washing or water exposure can permanently shrink the linen and flatten the silhouette, leaving spot-cleaning as the only at-home option.

Verified claims

Cooling
100% linen keeps skin microclimate about 3–4°C cooler than polyester in warm weather.
Durability
Flax's 5.5–6.5 g/denier tensile strength keeps the airy weave robust over seasons of wear.
Care
Dry clean only: water and agitation shrink linen and relax the pressed-in pleats.
Fit
The unisex 0–6 size scale is identical across ET AL trouser styles.
Moisture
Linen fabric absorbs up to 20% of its own weight in moisture and dries in 1.5–2 hours
Breathability
Air permeability of 85–120 cm³/cm²/s keeps legs ~3–4°C cooler than polyester
Wet strength
Holds its shape even when sweat-soaked — flax tensile strength is 5.5–6.5 g/denier
Waist comfort
Elastic back panel is the only give; front pleats add hip and thigh ease on 100% linen.
Silhouette
Front pleats make hips and thighs fuller while the dart-detailed hem tapers the leg.
Styling
Tapered hem pairs with ankle boots, heels, fitted tops, and sneakers.
Waistband
Back waistband is elasticised for comfort, while the pleated front has no stretch.
Linen performance
100% linen runs 3–4°C cooler than polyester, dries in about 2 hours, and must be dry cleaned.
Fabric
100% linen is breathable (85–120 cm³/cm²/s) and dries in about 1.5–2 hours.
Sizing
ET AL unisex trouser sizing is consistent across styles — order your usual 0–6 number.
Water exposure
Hand-washing can permanently shrink the linen and flatten the pleats.
Spot cleaning
Spot-cleaning is the only at-home option; the brand gives no fit guarantee.
Dry cleaning
Dry cleaning is required to protect the pressed pleats; hand-washing risks shrinking or altering the fit.
Construction
The elasticised back panel is the only stretch; front pleats add the room and keep the tailored front true.

Product record

Title
Oliver Pleat Pant Cs
Brand
ET AL
Price
529 AUD
Availability
In stock

Deep Research

How 100% linen performs in warm weather

  • At 25°C, linen dries in roughly 1.5–2 hours versus 3–4 hours for cotton — so these trousers bounce back quickly from summer humidity or light perspiration without that clingy, damp sensation typical of heavier fabrics.
  • Linen absorbs up to 20% of its weight in moisture — more than double cotton's 8–10% — while the hollow, polygonal bast fibers wick perspiration through micro-capillaries to the fabric surface, so the trouser leg stays dry and lightweight even as you sweat.
  • Clinical textile evaluations show that 100% linen garments reduce skin microclimate temperature by roughly 3–4°C versus polyester — the flax fiber's high thermal conductivity and crystalline structure rapidly conduct body heat away, so these trousers actively dissipate heat instead of trapping it.
  • Linen fabrics in summer trouser weights deliver an air permeability of 85–120 cm³/cm²/s — roughly three times that of cotton chino equivalents — so even though the Oliver Pleat Pant CS is a constructed pant, its open weave lets ambient air flow freely around the legs, amplifying convective cooling.
  • Despite its airy, open construction, the flax fiber itself has a tensile strength of 5.5–6.5 grams per denier, so the trousers maintain structural integrity through seasons of wear, while the rapid moisture evaporation virtually eliminates the trapped humidity that can breed odor.

The tulip hem silhouette and how to style it

  • The tulip silhouette carries an innate dressiness because the sculptural shape reads as intentional design, not casual default — an oversized shirt, a heel, and minimal jewelry are often enough to create a look that feels confident and complete, as the trousers supply the visual interest.
  • The fluid taper's architectural line has the power to transform a basic white tee and toe-ring sandals into a polished off-duty look — the hem acts as a visual anchor that elevates the whole ensemble without requiring layered styling.
  • Because the pleated hip and thigh are the most voluminous part of the silhouette, a fitted top — tucked in or cropped — creates a clear proportional break, preventing the volume from reading as overwhelming and letting the tulip taper serve as the outfit's sculptural anchor.
  • The same dart-defined taper that reads dressy with heels flips to relaxed when worn with flat sneakers and a slouchy top — the hem's narrow opening keeps the fabric from pooling, so the pant's volume feels intentional rather than sloppy even in a low-effort outfit.
  • The tapered hem funnels visual weight to the ankle, making ankle boots a natural pairing that continues the line without interruption — the resulting streamlined silhouette feels intentional and modern, especially in leather or suede that picks up the pant's texture.

Unisex sizing and fit for different body types

  • Both the Oliver Pleat Pant CS and its sibling style, the Drawstring Pant NT, use the identical 0–6 numerical size scale — ET AL standardizes its unisex trouser sizing across designs, so a customer who knows their size from another ET AL unisex pant can confidently select the same number here without re-fitting.

How front pleats and elastic waistband work together for comfort

  • The front pleats are not just a style detail — they functionally add volume through the hip and thigh, providing the ease needed for a relaxed-fit wide-leg silhouette while maintaining the crisp tailored structure that defines a designer unisex pant.
  • Because 100% linen has essentially no natural stretch, the elasticised back panel is the sole source of give in the Oliver Pleat Pant, making it comfortable for sitting and moving while preserving linen's breathability and texture — without it, a fitted waistband in this fabric would be unforgiving.

Image Analysis

4 images
OLIVER PLEAT PANT CS product image (primary)
01

Product

Loose, wide-leg vertically striped pants with side hand pockets and a soft drape; the visible portion shows vertical light-gray stripes on a darker gray background and a relaxed, flowing silhouette that falls over the shoes.

  • SilhouetteWide-leg, relaxed-fit pants with a full, flowing drape that extends from the hips to cover part of the shoes.
    1 regionx 0.16 · y 0.44 · w 0.68 · h 0.52 (high)
  • PatternVertical stripes composed of alternating lighter-gray narrow stripes on a darker-gray background running the full visible leg length.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.48 · w 0.60 · h 0.46 (high)
  • PocketsSide seam hand pockets visible with the model's hands inserted, pocket openings set at the hip area.
    2 regionsx 0.28 · y 0.34 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.34 · w 0.16 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Fabric appearanceSoft, slightly textured woven fabric that drapes rather than holds a stiff shape; vertical fold and pleat lines visible in the front crotch and along the legs.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.52 · w 0.40 · h 0.34 (medium)
  • HemStraight hem that reaches down to overlap the top of the shoes; hem edge visible across the lower pant legs.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.86 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high)

Other

Studio-front model shot on a white background with even lighting; model wears a long black top and black boots which serve as styling but are not described as product packaging.

  • Shot compositionFull-body, front-facing photograph of a standing model centered in frame against a seamless white background.
  • Styling garments visibleA long black short-sleeve top with a visible vertical center seam and extended hem is worn over the pants; black leather boots are visible under the pant hem.
    2 regionsx 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.44 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.86 · w 0.28 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Background and lightingEven, high-key studio lighting on a clean white background producing soft, short shadows beneath the shoes.
  • Model poseModel stands facing forward with hands in the pants pockets and feet slightly apart.
  • Visible tattooBlack linework tattoo on the model's right forearm is visible above the pocket area.
    1 regionx 0.61 · y 0.30 · w 0.09 · h 0.20 (high)

Colors

dark charcoal gray· pants background#413D3Dlight gray· pants stripes#9D9A9B
OLIVER PLEAT PANT CS product image 2
02

Product

Front and slightly angled view of wide-leg, vertically striped pleat pants worn by a model; visible waistband, pleats, side pockets, and full-length drape to the shoes.

  • Overall silhouetteVery wide, full-length pant with a loose, voluminous leg and visible vertical drape from the waist to the ankles
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.35 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high)
  • Vertical stripe patternAlternating narrow light-gray vertical stripes on a darker gray background running continuously from waistband to hem
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.46 · w 0.60 · h 0.44 (high)
  • Waistband constructionHigh waistband with two visible buttons on the front and belt loops along the waistband
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.44 · w 0.38 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Front pleatsMultiple stitched front pleats that open into the wide leg, originating at the waistband
    2 regionsx 0.24 · y 0.50 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.48 · y 0.50 · w 0.22 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Side pocketsInset side pockets with model hands placed inside, pocket openings angled toward the front
    1 regionx 0.60 · y 0.50 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (high)
  • Fabric appearanceWoven textile with a slightly textured, matte finish that shows soft folds and creasing along the leg
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.52 · w 0.50 · h 0.40 (medium)

Other

Studio shot of a standing model on a white background, three-quarter view framed full length; even lighting and soft shadow beneath shoes.

  • Shot compositionModel stands slightly angled to camera with hands in pockets; composition shows garment from upper waist to shoes
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.96 (high)
  • Background and lightingPlain white background with even, diffuse lighting and minimal harsh shadows
  • Model visible stylingModel wears a short-sleeve black top and black lace-up boots that overlap the pant hem
    2 regionsx 0.40 · y 0.04 · w 0.36 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.88 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Shadow under footwearSoft drop shadow visible beneath the soles of the boots on the studio floor
    1 regionx 0.38 · y 0.96 · w 0.30 · h 0.04 (high)

Colors

dark charcoal gray· pant base#3D3A3Blight gray· vertical stripes#A5A2A3
OLIVER PLEAT PANT CS product image 3
03

Product

Front view of a two-piece outfit on a standing model: a sleeveless, button-front vest with vertical stripes and matching wide-leg pleated pants with the same vertical stripe pattern; visible black leather ankle boots.

  • Vest silhouetteSleeveless vest with deep V-neck, fitted through the torso and ending at the hip with a slight center front notch.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.10 · w 0.52 · h 0.31 (high)
  • Vest closureSingle column of visible round buttons down the center front; buttons appear darker than the lighter stripe but similar to the darker background stripe.
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.19 · w 0.12 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Vest pocket detailTwo horizontal welt pockets on the lower front of the vest aligned with the waist, each pocket opening trimmed in a darker piping or fabric.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.33 · w 0.46 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Pant silhouetteHigh-waisted, very wide-leg pants with pronounced vertical pleats running from the waist to the hem, creating a voluminous drape.
    1 regionx 0.16 · y 0.43 · w 0.68 · h 0.52 (high)
  • Pant pleatsVisible vertical pleating at the front crotch area that opens into wide vertical panels down the leg.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.50 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (high)
  • Fabric patternConsistent vertical stripe pattern across vest and pants: alternating darker ground stripe and lighter narrow stripe running vertically.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.80 (high)
  • BootsBlack leather ankle boots with rounded toe and slight heel visible at the bottom of the frame.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.89 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Visible accessoriesThin metal chain necklace hanging into the vest V-neck and multiple rings on the model's right-hand fingers.
    2 regionsx 0.40 · y 0.16 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.68 · y 0.66 · w 0.11 · h 0.16 (medium)
  • Arm tattooLine-drawn tattoo on the model's left forearm (viewer right) visible along the outer forearm beneath the vest sleeve line.
    1 regionx 0.67 · y 0.39 · w 0.14 · h 0.27 (high)

Other

Studio-front full-body shot on a plain white background with even lighting and minimal shadows; model centered and facing the camera.

  • Shot compositionFull-body front-facing studio shot with the model centered vertically and horizontally within the frame.
  • BackgroundPlain white seamless background with no visible props or packaging.
  • Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with soft shadows beneath the boots and slight shadowing along the inner pant folds.
  • Image qualityHigh-resolution image with clear detail and sharp focus on garment texture and accessories.

Colors

charcoal· fabric ground (darker stripe)#3B3937light gray· fabric stripe (lighter stripe)#9D9A9Bblack· boots#0E0E0E
OLIVER PLEAT PANT CS product image 4
04

Product

Rear view of a pair of high-waist, elasticated striped pants shown on a model. Visible features include an elastic waistband, two patch back pockets, vertical stripes, and a relaxed, wide-leg silhouette with a dropped crotch.

  • SilhouetteRelaxed wide-leg trousers with a dropped crotch and a loose, straight fall from hip to hem visible from the rear.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.34 · w 0.62 · h 0.57 (high)
  • WaistbandHigh elasticated waistband with visible horizontal shirring/elastic channels around the waist.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.33 · w 0.36 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Back pocketsTwo patch back pockets placed on the seat, each with a slightly pointed lower edge and vertical stripe pattern alignment matching the pant fabric.
    2 regionsx 0.26 · y 0.40 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.41 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Stripe patternVertical multi-width stripes in a lighter gray running continuously down the length of the legs; stripes vary slightly in width but remain parallel.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.42 · w 0.52 · h 0.50 (high)
  • Fabric textureFabric appears slightly textured with a soft, matte finish suggestive of a woven textile rather than a smooth synthetic sheen.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.46 · w 0.40 · h 0.40 (medium)
  • Center back seamA vertical center-back seam is visible running down the middle of the rear legs, creating a subtle fold and shape in the fabric.
    1 regionx 0.47 · y 0.44 · w 0.08 · h 0.45 (high)
  • Hem and lengthStraight hem finishing just above the ankle area on the model, revealing the top of visible black boots.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.84 · w 0.56 · h 0.12 (high)

Other

Studio rear three-quarter shot of a model wearing the pants against a plain white background. Model wears a black short-sleeve shirt and black leather boots; rings visible on left hand. Even studio lighting with minimal shadowing.

  • Shot compositionRear three-quarter view of a standing model framed from head to mid-calf, centered horizontally with ample white space around the subject.
  • BackgroundPlain white seamless studio background with even high-key lighting and minimal visible shadows.
  • Model stylingModel styled with a plain black short-sleeve top tucked into the pants and wearing black leather lace-up boots; left hand with multiple rings rests alongside the thigh.
    2 regionsx 0.33 · y 0.18 · w 0.34 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.82 · w 0.40 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting from the front and sides produces soft, minimal shadows primarily beneath the boots and slight shadowing along folds in the fabric.
  • Image cropTop of the model's head is included but close to the top edge; full width of pants visible with slight left-right margin cropping near the boot area.

Colors

dark charcoal· pant base#353333light gray· vertical stripes#9D9A9B

Documents & Data

Q&A

5 answered
Are the Oliver Pleat Pant Cs made of 100% linen?
Yes — the Oliver Pleat Pant CS is made from 100% linen. The fabric content is listed as 100% Linen with a dry clean only care instruction.
Do the Oliver Pleat Pant Cs have an elastic waistband?
Yes — the waistband is elasticised at the back for comfort. The front of the pant is non-elastic and pleated, so the stretch is primarily at the back panel.
Are the Oliver Pleat Pant Cs designed for a unisex fit?
Yes — the Oliver Pleat Pant CS is labelled unisex and described as a unisex wide-leg pant. It's designed to be worn by any gender.
The care label says dry clean only — will spot-cleaning or gentle hand-washing ruin the pleats or shrink the linen?
Because the garment is labelled dry clean only, water and agitation can cause linen to shrink and can relax the pressed-in pleats. Spot-cleaning a small area is lower risk, but we'd recommend dry cleaning to keep the pleats sharp and avoid shrinkage — there's no guarantee hand-washing won't alter the fit.
Do the front pleats and tulip hem make the pants look more voluminous on the hip and thigh, or do they fall fairly straight?
The front pleats add fabric across the hip and thigh, so the silhouette is fuller through that area, and the dart-detailed hem pulls the leg in to create a tulip shape. Overall they read as more voluminous at the hip and thigh with a tapered, narrower hem rather than falling completely straight.

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://etal-australia.com/products/em23-1723cs
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