
ET AL
PLEAT SHORT WO
The Pleat Short WO is a unisex, pleated short crafted from a wool/rayon/polyester blend. It features side pockets and back jet pockets, with a wide, flared knee-length silhouette and a high waistband. Dry clean only (P) and designed in Melbourne.
- Color
- BLACK
- Material
- Wool / Rayon / Polyester
- Gender
- unisex
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Color
Size
- MPN
1000000358442
Specifications
Unisex pleated short featuring side pockets and back jet pockets, crafted from a wool-rayon-polyester blend.
Pleated front design, side pockets, back jet pockets, wool-rayon-polyester blend.
- Color
- BLACK · black
- Material
- Wool / Rayon / Polyester
- Secondary
- rayon, polyester
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Additional Attributes
- pleated front
- side pockets
- back jet pockets
- wool-rayon-polyester blend
- dry clean only
- unisex fit
- designed in Melbourne
Product Insights
ET AL’s Pleat Short Wo is a structured unisex short derived from a 2013 menswear line, graded on the men’s size chart (0–6 fit 28–40 inch waists, no elastane), and sized by waist measurement—women size down one. Its wool/rayon/polyester blend keeps front pleats crisp and sag-resistant while the rayon softness delivers a clean drape and polyester prevents slumping; mid-weight and cool-season oriented, it is warmer than cotton but not a heatwave short. Tailored details (pleated front, side and back jet pockets) make it a dress short, not casual. The label’s heritage runs from a 1987 knitwear start to Anthony Capon’s design leadership and a 2017 commission for Shannon Bennett’s Vue De Monde staff. At A$529 it sits below St. Agni’s pleat short and far under the luxury tier. The main tradeoff is care and durability: dry cleaning is mandatory, wet weather weakens rayon (30–50% strength loss) and causes water rings, rayon creases more than all-wool, and home steaming relaxes pleats—professional pressing restores them, adding recurring costs to the price.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- Unisex short graded on the men's chart: sizes 0–6 fit 28–40 inch waists.
- Women's size conversion
- ET AL women's size 2 equals unisex size 1 — size down one from your usual.
- Fit
- Sized by waist (28–40 in) with no elastane — order your waist measurement.
- Unisex design
- ET AL's 0–6 unisex cut stems from its 2013 menswear launch, prompted by male clients' demand.
- Price positioning
- At A$529, it sits near St. Agni's A$479 pleat shorts and below Noir Kei Ninomiya's $969.
- Care
- Dry clean only; water can ring the rayon, home steaming relaxes pleats — professional pressing restores them.
- Pleat hold
- Pleats hold sharp and resist sagging; the rayon content creases more than all-wool.
- Ongoing cost
- Dry-clean-only care adds recurring professional cleaning costs to the 529 AUD price.
- Material
- Fabric: Wool / Rayon / Polyester blend keeps the front pleats crisp, drapes soft, breathes — minimal stretch.
- Tailoring
- Pleated front, side pockets and back jet pockets make it a structured dress short, not casual.
- Drape
- Drapes cleanly from waist through the pleats — rayon's softness carries the silhouette, polyester stops it slumping.
- Wrinkle behavior
- Rayon makes it crease more than all-wool; wool and polyester add wrinkle recovery.
- Seasonality
- Structured mid-weight for cool-season wear — warmer than cotton, not a heatwave short.
- Label heritage
- Melbourne label founded as SHOW.ROOM knitwear in 1987, renamed Et Al in 2006.
- Brand heritage
- Anthony Capon, a Project Runway Australia winner and two-time Melbourne Cup Design Award holder, has led design since 2008.
- Design lineage
- ET AL's relaxed tailoring with fluid drape comes from a 1987 knitwear start and Anthony Capon's designs.
- Price context
- At A$529 it undercuts St. Agni's $480 USD pleat short and sits below the $979 luxury tier.
- Hospitality validation
- Chef Shannon Bennett commissioned ET AL for the Vue De Monde staff wardrobe in 2017.
- Season
- Structured mid-weight short for cool-weather and transitional seasons, not summer heat.
- Wet weather
- Rayon loses 30–50% of its strength when wet — rain calls for blotting and professional cleaning.
Product record
- Title
- Pleat Short Wo
- Brand
- ET AL
- Price
- 529 AUD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
0 comparisons · 2 sourcesUses
Wear as a skirt-like pleated short
Wear the unisex pleated short as a knee-length, skirt-like bottom; it has side pockets and back jet pockets.[1]
Style it up or down
Style the black pleated shorts up or down. Pair them with a boxy short-sleeve black crew-neck top, a metal collar necklace, and glossy black ankle boots.[1,2]
Image Analysis
6 images- 01

Product
Front view of a model wearing a boxy short-sleeve black crew-neck top and a wide pleated black knee-length short/skirt hybrid. Visible metal collar necklace and tattoos on left forearm.
- Crew-neck top shapeBoxy short-sleeve top with a standard crew neckline, relaxed fit, straight hem that falls near the hip; sleeves end above the elbow.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.08 · w 0.68 · h 0.30 (high) - Neckline detailRound crew neck with visible narrow seam; a thick metallic tubular collar necklace sits on top of the neckline.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.07 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (high) - Pleated bottom silhouetteWide, knee-length pleated bottom with deep box-like pleats creating a skirt-like, voluminous silhouette; waistband and front pleat lines visible above the knee.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.38 · w 0.80 · h 0.42 (high) - Fabric appearanceMatte, smooth woven fabric for both top and pleated bottom without visible pattern or texture variation at this resolution.
- Visible skin and tattoosModel left forearm visible with dark botanical-style tattoo running along the inner forearm; right hand partially visible with rings.
1 region
x 0.11 · y 0.29 · w 0.18 · h 0.23 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a plain white background with even frontal lighting; model centered and cropped slightly above the head and at the lower calf; faint soft shadow beneath feet.
- Shot compositionFull-body frontal studio shot of a standing model, centered in the frame, cropped slightly above the head and at the lower calf.
- Background and lightingFlat white seamless background with diffuse, even lighting and minimal harsh shadows; subject evenly illuminated from front.
- Footwear and lower cropGlossy black ankle boots with front zippers are visible at the bottom of the frame; boots extend into the crop and cast small shadows.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.78 · w 0.27 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.63 · y 0.78 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution image with clear detail and accurate focus on garments and model; no visible motion blur.
Colors
matte black· top (shirt)#141215matte black· bottom (pleated shorts)#0E0D0E- Crew-neck top shapeBoxy short-sleeve top with a standard crew neckline, relaxed fit, straight hem that falls near the hip; sleeves end above the elbow.
- 02

Product
Frontal view of black pleated wide-leg shorts showing waistband, central fly panel, pronounced front pleats and a flared hem with smooth matte fabric drape.
- SilhouetteWide A-line, knee-to-midcalf length shorts with a flared, skirt-like drape
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.20 · w 0.88 · h 0.55 (high) - Front pleatsTwo deep stitched front pleats visible on each side of the center front, creating vertical folds that open into the flare
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.24 · w 0.72 · h 0.42 (high) - Waistband and center frontStraight waistband with a central overlapped fly panel down the middle front
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.15 · w 0.36 · h 0.16 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, dense woven fabric with a matte finish and soft drape showing gentle sheen only on raised folds
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (high) - HemStraight hemline finishing below the knee with visible single-fold hem stitching
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.60 · w 0.80 · h 0.15 (high)
Other
Studio shot cropped at midriff and lower legs on a white background showing model hands, rings, tattoo, visible black boots with front zippers, and even lighting with soft shadows.
- Shot compositionFrontal studio crop from mid-torso to boots on a white seamless background
- Model hands and accessoriesBoth hands visible at the sides; left forearm tattoo and multiple silver rings on both hands
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.02 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high) - Boots and socksGlossy black calf boots with visible front zippers and chunky treaded soles; short dark socks visible above the boots
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.72 · w 0.56 · h 0.26 (high) - Lighting and shadowsEven diffuse studio lighting with soft shadows beneath the hem and boots
- Crop and framingTop of the image crops the shirt and model midriff; lower edge crops slightly below the boot soles
Colors
deep black· main fabric#0E0D0E- SilhouetteWide A-line, knee-to-midcalf length shorts with a flared, skirt-like drape
- 03

Product
Front view of a model wearing a fitted long-sleeve high-neck top with a central seam and a high-waist pleated A-line midi skirt; black knee-high suede boots visible below the skirt hem.
- High neck topFitted long-sleeve top with a narrow gathered high neck and a visible vertical center seam running from the collar down the front torso.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.28 (high) - Top sleeve detailLong sleeves with slight ruching at the lower forearm and wrist area; sleeves are fitted along the arm.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.25 · w 0.18 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.25 · w 0.18 · h 0.36 (high) - Waistband and closureHigh waistband on the skirt with a single visible round button at center front and belt loops along the waistband.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.36 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - Pleated skirtA-line midi skirt with deep box or knife pleats originating below the waistband, giving a wide flared silhouette; hem visible above the boots.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.44 · w 0.64 · h 0.44 (high) - Boots visibleBlack knee-high boots made of a soft suede-like material with a block heel and rounded or slightly pointed toe visible below the skirt hem.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.80 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric appearanceTop and skirt appear to be matte, smooth woven fabrics with minimal surface texture visible in studio lighting.
Other
Studio product shot of a standing model on a plain white background with even frontal lighting; image cropped at lower legs and top of head.
- Studio backgroundPlain white seamless background filling the frame.
- Shot compositionFrontal studio portrait framing the model from just above the head to mid-lower legs; model centered in frame.
- Lighting and shadowsEven, soft studio lighting with minimal harsh shadows; subtle shadowing under skirt hem and boots.
- Model hands visibleModel hands are visible at the sides and partially cropped; skin and jewelry appear but are not described as product.
2 regions
x 0.09 · y 0.53 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.79 · y 0.53 · w 0.10 · h 0.18 (medium)
Colors
matte black· top#0E0D12matte black· skirt#0E0D0Esuede black· boots#131215- High neck topFitted long-sleeve top with a narrow gathered high neck and a visible vertical center seam running from the collar down the front torso.
- 04

Product
A large black shoulder tote with a woven upper body and smooth leather base carried on the model's right shoulder; visible parts of a black pleated skirt and fitted long-sleeve top are also shown.
- Tote woven bodyLarge tote bag body constructed from a loose woven lattice of thick strands producing a textured open-weave surface visible on the upper three quarters of the bag.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.34 · w 0.40 · h 0.31 (high) - Leather baseSmooth pebble-grain leather panel forms the bag base and lower quarter, shaped with a soft rounded bottom and subtle seam across the front lower section.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.59 · w 0.36 · h 0.21 (high) - Shoulder strapsTwo rolled leather shoulder straps attach to the bag with rounded leather tabs; straps are carried over the model's right shoulder and are visibly tubular in cross-section.
1 region
x 0.53 · y 0.16 · w 0.24 · h 0.28 (high) - Scale and drapeBag appears large relative to the model's torso, with the woven upper section slouching inward and the leather base holding a rounded shape, indicating a soft, unstructured body.
- Visible garment - skirtBlack pleated or paneled skirt with soft wide pleats and a high waistline; fabric drapes to below knee and partially covers the model's legs.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.39 · w 0.52 · h 0.56 (high) - Visible garment - topFitted long-sleeve black top with a narrow high collar and a visible center seam running vertically down the front.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.09 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high) - FootwearBlack suede or matte-texture ankle boots with a block heel visible at the bottom of the frame.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.78 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model against a plain white background with even front lighting; image frames the model from head to below knee and shows soft shadowing under the feet.
- Shot compositionFrontal three-quarter shot of a standing model cropped slightly above the head and below the knees, leaning slightly to the model's left.
- Background and lightingUniform white background with bright, even studio lighting producing soft minimal shadows beneath the model's feet and under the bag.
- Model hand and ringModel's right hand grips the top of the bag near the woven section; a metallic ring is visible on the ring finger.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.38 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-focused image with clear detail on textures and seams; no visible motion blur or compression artifacts.
Colors
deep black· tote woven body#0D0D0Esoft black leather· tote leather base and strap#121214flat black· top and skirt#0E0D0E- Tote woven bodyLarge tote bag body constructed from a loose woven lattice of thick strands producing a textured open-weave surface visible on the upper three quarters of the bag.
- 05

Product
Female model wearing a fitted long-sleeve black top with a gathered high neck tucked into a high-waisted, pleated black midi skirt; black suede, knee-height boots with block heels are visible.
- High gathered neckClose-fitting high neck with visible gathered/pleated fabric that forms a small ruffle around the throat.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (high) - Central wavy seamA single visible vertical seam running down the center front of the top with an irregular wavy edge.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.14 · w 0.10 · h 0.30 (high) - Fitted long sleeves with ruched cuffsSlim long sleeves that extend to the wrists with slight horizontal ruching at the cuff area.
2 regions
x 0.19 · y 0.20 · w 0.14 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.20 · w 0.12 · h 0.30 (high) - High waist with buttoned waistbandSkirt sits at a high waist with a narrow waistband and one visible round button at the center front; belt loops present.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.38 · w 0.34 · h 0.10 (high) - Deep box/knife pleatsFull skirt formed by several deep vertical pleats starting at the waistband and opening into an A-line silhouette.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.45 · w 0.50 · h 0.45 (high) - Black suede boots with block heelKnee-height black boots in a matte suede texture featuring a rounded toe and a substantial block heel.
2 regions
x 0.40 · y 0.80 · w 0.24 · h 0.19 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.80 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio lifestyle shot showing model from head to mid-calf against a white background; soft even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionFull-body portrait cropped slightly above the top of the head and at mid-calf, model posed three-quarter to camera facing right.
- Background and lightingPlain white background with even, soft studio lighting and faint soft shadows under the boots.
- Visible model skin and faceModel's head and hands are visible; face shows makeup and short grey hair styled upward.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.02 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Image qualityHigh resolution, sharp focus on clothing details with no visible packaging or signage.
Colors
black· top#0E0E12black· skirt#0E0D0Eblack· boots#0D0D0E- High gathered neckClose-fitting high neck with visible gathered/pleated fabric that forms a small ruffle around the throat.
- 06

Product
Rear three-quarter view of a fitted long-sleeve black top with a narrow ruched/high neckline tucked into a high-waist, full pleated black skirt with an elasticated waistband and two rear welt pockets with buttoned flaps; black mid-calf suede boots with block heels and visible back zippers are also visible.
- Fitted long-sleeve topForm-fitting long-sleeve top in a matte black knit, fitted through the torso and sleeves, with slight sleeve ruching near the wrist on the visible arm.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.45 · h 0.36 (high) - Ruched high necklineNarrow high neckline with visible gathered or ruched fabric at the back of the neck forming a slight collar.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.07 · w 0.16 · h 0.10 (high) - High-waist pleated skirtFull black skirt with strong vertical pleats beginning below the elasticated waistband, creating a flared silhouette from the waist down.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.36 · w 0.63 · h 0.44 (high) - Elasticated waistbandElasticated waistband at the skirt top with visible gathered fabric above the pleats and a defined seam line at the waist.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.34 · w 0.44 · h 0.07 (high) - Rear welt pockets with buttoned flapsTwo rear welt pockets on the skirt, each finished with a flap and a single visible round button.
2 regions
x 0.32 · y 0.43 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.43 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high) - Visible hand and ringsRight hand visible at side with two rings on fingers and natural skin; hand is not the product but is visible in-frame.
1 region
x 0.74 · y 0.51 · w 0.12 · h 0.11 (high) - Mid-calf suede boots with block heelBlack suede mid-calf boots with a chunky block heel and a vertical back zipper with visible metallic teeth; heel has a smooth sole edge visible under the heel.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.78 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high) - Fabric finishTop and skirt fabrics appear matte with minimal sheen; skirt fabric drapes with structured pleats while the top is a smoother knit.
Other
Studio rear three-quarter shot on a plain white background with even lighting and minimal shadow; image shows the model cropped at the lower legs and top of head, with crisp focus on garments.
- Shot compositionRear three-quarter view of a standing model, centered horizontally with the garment visible from upper back to lower skirt; model turned slightly to the right.
- Background and lightingPlain white background with even studio lighting producing soft, minimal shadows primarily beneath the skirt and heel.
- Crop and framingImage is cropped slightly above the top of the head and below the boots' soles, showing full garment length through most of the skirt.
- Model styling elementsShort grey hair and a single visible stud earring at the model's ear; these are styling elements and not product packaging.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.05 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
matte black· top fabric#0E0D0Ematte black· skirt fabric#0E0E0Eblack suede· boots (suede)#0E0D0E- Fitted long-sleeve topForm-fitting long-sleeve top in a matte black knit, fitted through the torso and sleeves, with slight sleeve ruching near the wrist on the visible arm.
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Provenance
- Merchant Link
- https://etal-australia.com/products/em25-1704wo
- Platform
- shopify
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