Largeot moleskin with loops - ecru

Le Laboureur

These corporate pants, with a half-balloon shape, wide at the thighs and narrowed at the ankles, were born from a need for comfort and functionality. This "low-rise" version can be worn with a belt or clip-on suspenders. The moleskin fabric ensures comfort and durability. They will acquire a beautiful patina over time. Made in France (Digoin, Burgundy).

Available in 2 colors corresponding to the Companion corporations: Carpenters and roofers wear black, stonemasons and sculptors ecru.

€109,00
Color
Ecru
Size
Details

Heavyweight Moleskine 420 g/m² - 67% cotton and 33% polyester
100% cotton pocket lining
Half-ball shape
2 inseam lengths 76 cm and 82 cm
Wide belt (5cm) with 5 belt loops
Button fly with riveted steel hook
Triple stitching at the crotch
2 Italian pockets on the front
1 gusset pocket
1 piped meter pocket on right leg
1 piped and buttoned back pocket
Made in Tunisia

Heavyweight Moleskine 420 g/m² - 67% cotton and 33% polyester
100% cotton pocket lining
Half-ball shape
2 inseam lengths 76 cm and 82 cm
Wide belt (5cm) with 5 belt loops
Button fly with riveted steel hook
Triple stitching at the crotch
2 Italian pockets on the front
1 gusset pocket
1 piped meter pocket on right leg
1 piped and buttoned back pocket
Made in Tunisia

Product History

History of the “largeot” pants:
An iconic pair of trousers created in 1896 by the Lyon tailor Adolphe Lafont, who made them for his carpenter father-in-law.
The balloon or half-balloon shape, narrowed at the ankles, was intended to be loose and comfortable to facilitate movement on roofs, or for carpentry work. It was worn high, a tightening tab allowed for hanging a hammer, a piped pocket on the right leg held a folding rule, gauge and pencil. Finally, a gusset pocket held a watch, chalk or possibly a clove of garlic for insect bites. Initially designed in a heavy corduroy with large ribs, or in a shaved velvet called "mole skin", ancestor of the current moleskin. Never washed but only beaten and brushed, it was often said that "the wider the breeches, the stronger the man".
Two cuts: With straps (high waist), and with belt loops (low waist).
Three fabric qualities: Velvet, moleskin and linen/cotton blend.
While these trousers are still worn by generations of professionals for their robustness and comfort, today they appeal to a private clientele for their authenticity and timelessness.

History of moleskin fabric:
Moleskin is to Europe what denim is to the United States. This very dense and tight cotton weave, related to satin, evokes leather due to its finish covering it. The origin of the word comes from the English term "mole skin" which literally means "mole skin" in reference to the feel of the material. Due to its protective qualities, it became the premier material for workwear, originally worn by workers in the Sheffield steelworks in England. Across the Channel, it became the "blue overalls" of our steam locomotive engineers and drivers.
Today, the corporate clothing of the Compagnons du Devoir is made from this sturdy canvas. For the latter, there are color codes by trade: ecru for stonemasons, black for carpenters and roofers, blue for masons or shipwrights.
Durable and beautiful to wear, its fabric adapts to you and becomes like a second skin after a few wears.

History of the “largeot” pants:
An iconic pair of trousers created in 1896 by the Lyon tailor Adolphe Lafont, who made them for his carpenter father-in-law.
The balloon or half-balloon shape, narrowed at the ankles, was intended to be loose and comfortable to facilitate movement on roofs, or for carpentry work. It was worn high, a tightening tab allowed for hanging a hammer, a piped pocket on the right leg held a folding rule, gauge and pencil. Finally, a gusset pocket held a watch, chalk or possibly a clove of garlic for insect bites. Initially designed in a heavy corduroy with large ribs, or in a shaved velvet called "mole skin", ancestor of the current moleskin. Never washed but only beaten and brushed, it was often said that "the wider the breeches, the stronger the man".
Two cuts: With straps (high waist), and with belt loops (low waist).
Three fabric qualities: Velvet, moleskin and linen/cotton blend.
While these trousers are still worn by generations of professionals for their robustness and comfort, today they appeal to a private clientele for their authenticity and timelessness.

History of moleskin fabric:
Moleskin is to Europe what denim is to the United States. This very dense and tight cotton weave, related to satin, evokes leather due to its finish covering it. The origin of the word comes from the English term "mole skin" which literally means "mole skin" in reference to the feel of the material. Due to its protective qualities, it became the premier material for workwear, originally worn by workers in the Sheffield steelworks in England. Across the Channel, it became the "blue overalls" of our steam locomotive engineers and drivers.
Today, the corporate clothing of the Compagnons du Devoir is made from this sturdy canvas. For the latter, there are color codes by trade: ecru for stonemasons, black for carpenters and roofers, blue for masons or shipwrights.
Durable and beautiful to wear, its fabric adapts to you and becomes like a second skin after a few wears.

Maintenance guide

Washable at 40°
Machine dry at 60°
No bleach
Ironing 150° max
Dry cleaning allowed

Washable at 40°
Machine dry at 60°
No bleach
Ironing 150° max
Dry cleaning allowed

Delivery & Return

Delivery :

In mainland France, home delivery by Colissimo or at a relay point by Mondial Relay. Free shipping from 150€.

Europe by Chronopost.

World by Colissimo.

Free in-store pickup.

Return policy ( see GTS ).

Delivery :

In mainland France, home delivery by Colissimo or at a relay point by Mondial Relay. Free shipping from 150€.

Europe by Chronopost.

World by Colissimo.

Free in-store pickup.

Return policy ( see GTS ).