
ET AL
PORTER PLEAT PANT PS
Unisex wide-leg trousers with a feature front pleat, elasticized back waistband, button and fly front closure, and side pockets. Made from a Japanese fabric blend of polyester, cupro, and triacetate in a black and white pinstripe pattern; dry clean only. Designed in Melbourne, style number EW24-1707PS.
- Color
- BLACK / WHITE
- Material
- Polyester Cupro Triacetate
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- wide-leg
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Color
Size
- MPN
1000000356506
Specifications
Unisex wide-leg pleat pants with elasticized back waistband and button fly front closure.
Wide-leg silhouette, feature pleat, elasticised waistband at back, button and fly front, side pockets, made from Japanese fabric.
- Color
- BLACK / WHITE · black
- Material
- Polyester Cupro Triacetate
- Secondary
- rayon, triacetate
- Style
- wide-leg
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Additional Attributes
- Unisex wide-leg silhouette
- Feature pleat at front
- Elasticised waistband at back for comfort
- Button front closure
- Fly front closure
- Insert side pockets
- Made from fabric sourced from Japan
- Polyester Cupro Triacetate blend
- Dry clean only
- Designed in Melbourne
Product Insights
The Porter Pleat Pant is a unisex, Japan-milled cupro-triacetate trouser that delivers a silk-like, matte drape with a heat-set front pleat and wide leg that falls cleanly over the hips and thighs. Its core promise is a fluid, breathable silhouette—cupro absorbs moisture while staying dry—and a pleat that survives repeated dry cleaning, making it rewearable three to four wears between cleans. The main tradeoff is maintenance and fit: it requires dry cleaning only (water stiffens the fabric), sizing runs as a unisex volume index where a 30-inch waist is a medium and the button front has no stretch, and buyers report costly, restrictive returns if the size misses. At 549 AUD, it undercuts comparable designer versions with a fabric story that outperforms polyester, though community owners rate quality only pretty decent and find the best value on sale. The result is a distinctive, top-heavy pleat trouser that asks for patience with care and sizing in exchange for its polished, comfortable drape.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- ET AL's 1–6 sizes are a unisex volume index; a 30-inch waist is a medium; size down if between sizes.
- Waistband stretch
- Back waistband is elastic; the button-front has no give and won't stretch a full size.
- Unisex
- Unisex cut with no gender-specific shaping; the front pleat and back elastic adjust the fit.
- Drape
- Front pleats add hip and thigh ease so the wide leg falls clean rather than pulling across the lap.
- Buying risk
- Buyers report restrictive returns and costly international shipping; a sizing miss is expensive to unwind.
- Breathability
- Cupro keeps the wide leg cool — it absorbs up to half its weight in moisture while staying dry to the touch.
- Pleat retention
- Heat-set triacetate keeps the front pleat pressed after repeated dry cleanings.
- Care
- Dry Clean Only (P) is deliberate: water stiffens cupro until ironed, so professional cleaning preserves the fluid drape.
- Price context
- At 549 AUD it undercuts Dries Van Noten's 695 USD Porter while replacing 100% polyester with Japan-milled cupro triacetate.
- Rewearability
- Rewearable for three to four wears between dry cleanings.
- Finish
- Cupro gives the pinstripe fabric a silk-like, slightly matte finish.
- Fabric
- Dry Clean Only (P); cupro hardens after water washing, so professional cleaning protects the drape.
- Cleaning cadence
- Dry-clean every three to four separate wears, adjusted for visible soiling or perspiration.
- Fit
- Dry clean only — never steam or machine wash; iron reverse-side on medium with a press cloth and re-press to keep the pleat
- Sales timing
- Buyers call it reasonably priced for its silhouettes, with real value on sale and sale stock skewing to less popular pieces.
- Styling
- Buyers report wearing them often when going out; lookbook pairings range from chunky boots to a matching pinstripe look.
- Pleat structure
- Cupro drape and heat-set triacetate keep the wide leg falling straight with a pressed pleat.
- Quality
- Community owners praise the silhouette but call quality only pretty decent, with some inconsistency.
- Return policy
- Porter-trouser return and shipping complaints trace to Porter James, not this pant.
- Spot cleaning
- Never rub cupro stains; lift oil with talc left 2-3 days.
- Pressing
- Press cupro on the reverse side at medium heat with a cloth — never steam.
- Provenance
- Made-in-Japan applies to the fabric, not the sewing or mill certification.
- Material
- Japan-milled polyester/cupro/triacetate blend drapes fluidly, stays matte, and holds its pleat through dry cleaning.
Product record
- Title
- Porter Pleat Pant Ps
- Brand
- ET AL
- Price
- 549 AUD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
0 comparisons · 1 sourceUses
Wear as wide-leg pleated pants
Wear them as unisex wide-leg black pinstripe trousers with feature front pleats, an elasticised waistband at the back, a button-and-fly front and side pockets.[1]
Style with black tops and accessories
Pair them with a sleeveless or cropped black knit top, a black baseball cap or beret, sunglasses, and chunky black leather lace-up shoes or platform boots. For a coordinated outfit, wear them with a matching black pinstripe wrap-style top and wide self-tie belt.[1]
Image Analysis
6 images- 01

Product
Wide-leg black pinstripe pleated trousers with visible vertical white pinstripes and deep front pleats; worn on a model and shown from the front.
- SilhouetteVery wide-leg trousers with a voluminous drape and long length that reaches the shoes.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.32 · w 0.70 · h 0.60 (high) - PleatsPronounced front pleats visible at the upper front of each pant leg creating additional fullness.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.44 · w 0.34 · h 0.20 (high) - PatternVertical thin white pinstripes running the full visible length of the trousers on a black ground.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.32 · w 0.68 · h 0.60 (high) - Waistband and fly areaHigh waist area partially visible under the top with a central fly seam and pleat junctions, waistband not fully visible.Partial
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.38 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (medium) - Hem shapeLower hem falls straight with a slight curve where the fabric meets the shoes, showing substantial length.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.82 · w 0.70 · h 0.13 (high) - Fabric drape and finishSmooth, structured woven fabric with visible vertical fall and crisp pleat definition; matte appearance.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.42 · w 0.64 · h 0.50 (high)
Other
Image shows a centered front-on model on a white background wearing additional garments and accessories; studio lighting and slight crop at top and bottom.
- Model and stylingMale model shown full frontal wearing the trousers with a sleeveless black knit top, black baseball cap, and black sunglasses.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.02 · w 0.54 · h 0.42 (high) - Shoes visibleChunky black leather lace-up shoes are visible beneath the trouser hem.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.88 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (medium) - Background and lightingPlain white studio background with even diffuse lighting and minimal shadows.
- Image framing and cropTight vertical crop includes the model head down to the shoes; cap top is near the top edge and shoe soles touch the bottom edge.
Colors
black· trouser main fabric#0E0E0Ewhite· pinstripe lines- SilhouetteVery wide-leg trousers with a voluminous drape and long length that reaches the shoes.
- 02

Product
Left-side view of a model wearing wide-leg black pinstriped pants with visible front pleats and a cropped black sleeveless knit top; chunky black leather platform boots are visible at the hem.
- Pant silhouetteHigh-waisted, very wide-leg trousers with long hem that reaches the model's shoes; vertical narrow white pinstripes run the full visible length of the pants.
1 region
x 0.19 · y 0.34 · w 0.56 · h 0.60 (high) - Pant front detailsVisible front pleat/fold near the center front creating soft vertical drape; waistband area partly obscured by the top.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.43 · w 0.30 · h 0.30 (medium) - Pant fabric patternBlack fabric with regularly spaced thin vertical white pinstripes; stripes are straight and parallel.
1 region
x 0.19 · y 0.34 · w 0.56 · h 0.60 (high) - Top silhouetteCropped sleeveless high-neck knit top with wide arm openings and a straight hem slightly shorter at front and longer at back.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.05 · w 0.33 · h 0.34 (high) - Top textureSoft knit texture visible as subtle vertical ribbing across the top surface.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.05 · w 0.33 · h 0.34 (medium) - Boot constructionChunky black leather platform boots with thick lug soles and a visible zipper on the instep.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.88 · w 0.37 · h 0.12 (high) - Visible skin and armsModel's bare arms and hands are visible between the top arm openings and the pant waistband; skin shows natural small markings.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.52 (medium); x 0.26 · y 0.62 · w 0.20 · h 0.34 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot with plain white background showing model cropped from mid-calf upward; even soft lighting with minimal shadows; sunglasses and cap visible on model but not described as product.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter left-side view of a standing model cropped slightly above the ankles; centered composition with white background and no visible props.
- Lighting and shadowsEven diffuse studio lighting with soft, minimal shadows under the hem and boots.
- Accessories on modelModel wears a black baseball cap and black sunglasses; these items are visible but not described as the primary product in this image.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.00 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (medium) - Image croppingImage is cropped at the model's mid-calf, cutting off part of the lower legs and showing the boots partially.
Colors
black with white pinstripes· pants main fabric#0E0D0Ematte black· top knit#0E0D0Eblack leather· boots#0D0D0Ewhite· pinstripe lines- Pant silhouetteHigh-waisted, very wide-leg trousers with long hem that reaches the model's shoes; vertical narrow white pinstripes run the full visible length of the pants.
- 03

Product
Rear three-quarter view of a model wearing a sleeveless black knit top with a central back pleat and a long black wide-leg pinstripe pant; chunky black leather boots are visible at the hem.
- Sleeveless knit top shapeLoose-fitting sleeveless knit garment with a high crew neck, deep armholes, and a rounded hem that falls below the waist at the rear.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.52 (high) - Back center pleatSingle vertical pleat or fold running down the center of the back from the neckline toward the hem, creating a slight drape.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.08 · w 0.12 · h 0.40 (high) - Top fabric textureSoft, slightly fuzzy knit texture visible on the black top surface.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.52 (medium) - Wide-leg lower garmentLong black lower garment with a wide, straight drape and vertical thin white pinstripes running the length; the hem reaches near the ankle and covers part of the boots.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.44 · w 0.50 · h 0.52 (high) - Pinstripe detailThin evenly spaced vertical white pinstripes on the black lower garment visible along the front and side panels.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.48 · w 0.30 · h 0.44 (high) - Chunky leather bootsBlack chunky-soled leather boots with a defined lug sole and smooth matte leather upper visible at the bottom of the image.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.80 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high) - Model orientationModel shown from a rear three-quarter angle facing right, with right arm visible and head slightly turned to the right.
- Accessories visibleBlack baseball cap and dark sunglasses worn by the model; cap is low-profile with an adjustable strap at the back.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.00 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio shot on a plain white background showing the model from mid-calf to head; even lighting with minimal shadows; image crops the left side of the model slightly and includes full body vertical framing.
- Background and lightingSolid white background with bright, even studio lighting and soft shadows under the boots.
- Shot compositionVertical crop showing rear three-quarter view from head to boots with some empty white space at the top and right edges.
- Image qualitySharp focus on garments and accessories with no visible motion blur; colors appear neutral and well exposed.
Colors
deep black· knit top#0E0D0Eblack· pants main#0E0C0Ewhite pinstripe· pants pinstripesmatte black· boots#1B191C- Sleeveless knit top shapeLoose-fitting sleeveless knit garment with a high crew neck, deep armholes, and a rounded hem that falls below the waist at the rear.
- 04

Product
A black pinstripe ensemble is visible: a draped wrap-style top with a wide self-tie belt and matching wide-leg pleated pants. Fabric shows narrow vertical white pinstripes on a matte black ground.
- Pant silhouetteWide-leg, floor-skimming trousers with pronounced vertical pinstripes and deep pleats giving a flowing, skirt-like appearance at the lower half.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.40 · w 0.64 · h 0.50 (high) - Waist and beltWide self-tie belt made from the same pinstripe fabric tied in a front knot with long loose ends that hang over the pants front.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.30 · w 0.46 · h 0.18 (high) - Top drape and necklineWrap-style top with generous draped fabric across the chest forming a soft cowl; pinstripes follow the folds of the drape.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.28 (high) - Sleeve constructionLong balloon sleeves gathered into narrow cuffs at the wrist; sleeves cut from the same pinstripe fabric and appear slightly voluminous.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.26 · w 0.28 · h 0.29 (medium); x 0.66 · y 0.26 · w 0.24 · h 0.34 (medium) - Fabric patternNarrow, evenly spaced vertical white pinstripes on a black background; stripes continue uninterrupted across top, belt and pants.
- Fabric finishMatte woven fabric with soft drape visible in folds and pleats; not glossy or textured with sheen.
Other
Studio product shot showing a model cropped from above the head to just below the hem, on a white background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows. Accessories and model details visible but not described as packaging.
- Shot compositionCentered framing of the model from upper torso to below the knees, cropped near the head and showing the full length of the pants hem and shoes.
- Background and lightingPlain white background with diffuse, even studio lighting producing soft, minimal shadows under the hem and shoes.
- Accessories presentModel is wearing a beret, sunglasses and boots; these items are visible but are not described as packaging or product text.
2 regions
x 0.48 · y 0.00 · w 0.28 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.84 · w 0.30 · h 0.16 (high) - Image qualitySharp focus on garments with clear detail in fabric folds and pinstripes; no visible motion blur.
Colors
black with white pinstripes· pants fabric#100E0Fblack with white pinstripes· top and belt fabric#0F0E11- Pant silhouetteWide-leg, floor-skimming trousers with pronounced vertical pinstripes and deep pleats giving a flowing, skirt-like appearance at the lower half.
- 05

Product
Black pinstripe wrap-style outfit shown from upper torso to lower legs: draped cowl wrap top with wide tie belt, long voluminous sleeves with cuffs, and wide-leg pleated pants with vertical pinstripes.
- Wrap cowl topDraped cowl-style neckline formed by overlapping wrap panels that gather at the waist under a wide self-fabric tie belt knotted at center front.
2 regions
x 0.25 · y 0.08 · w 0.50 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.33 · y 0.26 · w 0.34 · h 0.18 (high) - Tie beltWide self-fabric belt encircling the waist and tied in a bow/knot at the front with long hanging ends.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.30 · w 0.40 · h 0.15 (high) - Sleeve constructionLong voluminous (bishop) sleeves gathered into fitted cuffs; sleeves show the same vertical pinstripe pattern as the body.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.26 · w 0.24 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.26 · w 0.22 · h 0.33 (high) - Wide-leg pantsHigh-waisted wide-leg trousers with vertical pinstripes and soft pleating that create full, flowing lower legs visible to just above the ankles.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.44 · w 0.72 · h 0.45 (high) - Pinstripe patternThin vertical white pinstripes evenly spaced on a black ground, continuous across top, belt and pants.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.08 · w 0.60 · h 0.80 (high) - Fabric appearanceMatte woven fabric with soft drape; folds and pleats visible at waist and pant legs.
- Visible footwear (styling)Black ankle boots with block heels visible at the bottom of the frame (styling element, not identified as product).
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.89 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Studio shot with a model wearing a black beret; white seamless background, even frontal lighting, and minimal shadows. Image cropped above the model's head and just below the ankles.
- Shot compositionFull-body studio framing cropped at head top and lower calves; subject centered with negative white space around.
- Background and lightingPlain white seamless background with bright, even frontal lighting and soft minimal shadows under the feet.
- Model and stylingFemale model wearing a black beret and small hoop earrings; hands visible with orange-red nail polish.
2 regions
x 0.45 · y 0.02 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.05 · y 0.80 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium) - Image limitationsTop of the model's head is cropped out of frame and lower legs/feet are partially cropped at the bottom edge.
Colors
black· main fabric (top, belt, pants)#0E0D0Ewhite pinstripe· pinstripe lines- Wrap cowl topDraped cowl-style neckline formed by overlapping wrap panels that gather at the waist under a wide self-fabric tie belt knotted at center front.
- 06

Product
Black pinstripe matching top and wide-leg pants shown on a model. Top has a draped cowl-like front, long balloon sleeves with buttoned cuffs, a wide self-tie waist sash forming a front knot, and a layered/peplum detail at the waist. Pants are high-waisted, wide-leg with continuous vertical pinstripes.
- Fabric patternBlack woven fabric with regularly spaced thin vertical white pinstripes running continuously across top and pants.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.18 · w 0.40 · h 0.65 (high) - Draped front collarHigh, wide draped/cowl front that folds over across the chest, made from the same pinstripe fabric.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.13 · w 0.34 · h 0.20 (high) - Waist tie sashWide self-fabric sash wrapped and tied at the front waist creating a visible knot and hanging ends, forming a gathered peplum effect above the hips.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.36 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high) - Balloon sleevesLong voluminous balloon sleeves with fullness gathered into buttoned cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.16 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.59 · y 0.30 · w 0.22 · h 0.28 (high) - Cuff buttonsNarrow shirt-style cuffs secured with two visible small round buttons on at least one cuff.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.16 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (medium) - Wide-leg pants cutHigh-waisted, wide-leg trousers with a long straight fall and the same vertical pinstripe pattern; pant legs appear to overlap slightly at center front.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.52 · w 0.50 · h 0.42 (high) - Waist ruffle/detailFabric layers or soft ruffle detail at the waist below the tie, creating a peplum-like silhouette.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.38 · w 0.32 · h 0.16 (medium) - Visible hem and drapePant hem visible near model ankles showing soft drape and fluid fabric weight.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.75 · w 0.48 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model against a plain white background. Model wears additional accessories and there is even lighting with minimal shadowing.
- Background and lightingPlain white seamless background with even studio lighting and soft shadows beneath the model's feet.
- Model and accessoriesModel visible from head to ankles wearing a black beret, black cat-eye sunglasses and hoop earrings; hands and part of the face are visible. These accessories are not described as product features.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.01 · w 0.28 · h 0.16 (high) - FootwearBlack suede or matte-finish ankle boots visible at the bottom of the frame.
2 regions
x 0.44 · y 0.86 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.33 · y 0.86 · w 0.16 · h 0.11 (medium) - Shot framingCropped full-body studio frame that excludes the very top of the beret and the model's left hand is partially out of frame.
Colors
black with white pinstripes· main fabric (top and pants)#0E0D0Ewhite· pinstripe lines- Fabric patternBlack woven fabric with regularly spaced thin vertical white pinstripes running continuously across top and pants.
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
2 threads · r/ThrowingFits, r/AustralianMFAReddit opinions on Porter James pleated trousers are mixed: widely praised for their style and silhouette, but criticized for quality inconsistency and a problematic return policy.
Positive comments highlight style and compliments, while negative feedback focuses on low quality experiences and an unethical return process.
Themes
Use Cases
- Going out / daily wear
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Aime Leon Dore
Porter James offers a similar aesthetic to ALD but with reportedly better quality according to one user.
Source Threads
Pleated darted trousers receive positive feedback for style and fit
I have two of their pleated darted trousers. I wear them often when going out. I’m a waist size 30 and got them both in medium. Their size chart is accurate.
u/noobinator_2106r/ThrowingFitsView thread →
Overview of Porter James quality, pricing, and style
Have bought from them from their first or second season before they got bigger. Cool trendy silhouettes. Quality is pretty decent and clothing mostly made from natural materials. Priced reasonably if you’re looking for their particular silhouettes. Good value when on sale (but usually less popular pieces).
u/Hamlet5r/AustralianMFAView thread →
Provenance
- Merchant Link
- https://etal-australia.com/products/ew24-1707ps
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