Made from repurposed organic cotton broderie anglaise, the Optical Shorts have a relaxed fit with a high-rise elastic waist. They are fully lined with side pockets, and feature pleats at the front and back. Designed to celebrate the feeling of summer through reimagined cloth. Pair with the matching Optical Shirt for a celebratory summer uniform.
All Fairtrade organic cotton. All plastic-free.
Optical Shorts
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Tailored To You: Fit Notes
Our model Babette is wearing a Kowtow size S.
Babette measurements:
Height: 170cm / 5'6"
Bust: 86cm / 34"
Waist: 75cm / 29"
Hips: 94cm / 37"
This Product's Measurements:
| Size | XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| front rise | 35.9 | 36.4 | 36.9 | 37.4 | 38.15 | 38.9 | 39.65 |
| inseam length | 12.4 | 12.5 | 12.6 | 12.6 | 12.7 | 12.7 | 12.7 |
| waistband | 57.0 | 62.0 | 67.0 | 72.0 | 77.0 | 82.0 | 87.0 |
These individual product measurements have been taken from the garment pattern. The bust, waist, waistband, hip & hem measurements have been doubled to show the full circumference.
Please note that while we do our best to control all measurements, the fabrication and individual construction of each garment means that minor variances to the measurements listed above can occur. Please use these measurements as a guide to your fit.
See How We've Measured This
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Waist Band
Measured flat across the front of the waistband. This figure has then been doubled to get the full waist measurement.
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In Seam Leg
Measured flat from the top of the inside leg seam to the hem.
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Rise
Measured flat from the top of the waistband to the crotch.
This garment is completely plastic-free and is created using the principles of circular design, with full seed-to-garment traceability.
| Organic Cotton: | We use a natural mono-fibre, Fairtrade certified cotton for every garment we make. Grown without harmful chemicals, it’s rainfed, hand-picked and is entirely biodegradable. |
| Organic Cotton Labels: | All our garment labels are Oeko-Tex Standard 100 approved organic cotton. Our swing tags are made from certified GRS recycled organic cotton card, a by-product of our fabric offcuts, attached with a certified organic cotton cord. |
| Natural Rubber Elastic: | Our garments use natural latex rubber encased in certified organic cotton, to provide stretch and ease. |
| Inks, dyes and washes: | Processed using Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) approved inks and dyes, free from chlorine bleach, toxic heavy metals, formaldehyde and aromatic solvents. |
| Organic Cotton Thread: | Our garments are sewn together with Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certified organic cotton thread. |
Fairtrade
Since Kowtow's inception in 2006, we have been Fairtrade-certified, working with Fairtrade-certified partners throughout our supply chain. From Fairtrade-certified cotton farmers to mills and manufacturers, we can trace every part of our process from seed to garment. We have retained close partnerships with the same manufacturers in India over the years and visit them regularly.
Our supply chain is audited and certified by the Fairtrade Labelling Organisation International (FLO).
GOTS
Kowtow is Global Organic Textile Standard 'Organic' CU 116274 certified. All our organic cotton uses Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) approved inks and dyes, which are free from chlorine bleach, toxic heavy metals, formaldehyde and aromatic solvents. Apart from its ecological criteria, GOTS also considers working conditions in supply chain production, based on international labour organisation standards such as the right to fair wages, unions and safe working conditions.
SA8000
We continue to align ourselves with Social Accountability International (SAI) accredited suppliers for our fabrics and manufacturing and work closely with them to deliver on continuous improvements. SA 8000 is an international standard that ensures companies are doing right by their workers by addressing a range of issues from forced labour to occupational health and safety. Every step of the production process is held to the highest ethical standards, ensuring that everyone involved is treated with respect, fairness and dignity.
NOP
Our cotton is grown from non-genetically modified seeds, organically farmed without harmful chemicals in India and certified under the National Organic Programme (NOP). Developed by the Government of USA, NOP helps organisations implement farming techniques that do not hamper the reproductive and regenerative capacity of the soil, including companion planting and crop rotations, which helps to preserve entire ecosystems.
Oeko-Tex Standard 100
Oeko-Tex Standard 100 is an independent certification system for textiles and trims that tests for harmful substances in every stage of the production process, including substances like heavy metals, pesticides, formaldehyde and more. Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certification ensures strict standards for safety and sustainability are met.
Garment care
Product code: KTW222-G-WAVE
Kowtow Repair
Cherished clothes deserve to last a lifetime, so every Kowtow garment comes with the promise of free repair for all Collective Members.
| Service | Cost | Lead time |
|---|---|---|
| Free Shipping | Free Courier Post shipping on orders above $200. | 2-3 Working Days |
| Standard Shipping | Standard Shipping fee of $8 applies to any order under $200. Order shipped with Courier Post. | 2-3 Working Days |
| Click & Collect | Free for every Click & Collect order. Available at our Wellington and Newmarket store. | 1-2 Days |
Returns
Full priced items may be returned for a refund, store credit or free exchange within 14 days of your order dispatch date.
Sale items (unless marked as final sale) may be returned for a store credit, or exchange.
For more information on returning an order see our return policy below:
