Elevate summer style with these exceptional Oblique Shorts, blending high-end craftsmanship and unique fabric. Constructed from high twist tussah silk twill, they offer an elegant drape and lightweight feel. Featuring a high rise and adjustable D-ring belt, these shorts embody both sophistication and practicality. Designed with double inverted pleats and pockets for contemporary wear, they're perfect for transitioning from luxurious occasions to everyday outings. Experience a garment that marries tradition with modern functionality.
From the brand: MotivMFG is headed by Samuel Wei, founder of Radiance Blue and the pioneer of the heritage market in China; and Daniel Gu, a third-generation tailor and designer. Together, they combine old-world tailoring (from various antique European manuals) with workwear production techniques. Constant research into garment production techniques around the world informs their design, with the goal of creating “recreations” rather than “reproductions”
The Oblique Shorts an a very covertly complicated garment, in that their understated appearance hides the incredible tailoring details that they're just packed with. These are Motiv's take on an Eastern "Mien" fly construction, with a high rise, wide leg fit and two inverted pleats down the front that remind one of gurkha shorts. The waistband is secured with a wrapped front fly and integrated D-ring belt, allowing these to adjust through the waist and comfortably fit a significant range across each size without ever looking too large or too small.
These are made from a high twist Tussah silk twill, sourced from one of the last remaining mills in China that exclusively produces tussah silk. Tussah silk is sometimes also called wild silk, being sourced from the cocoons of wild silk moths that live in forests throughout India and Southeast Asia, rather than cultivated from domesticated silk worms in a farm. The high twist yarns retain a crisp, dry hand that evokes the texture of old parachute fabrics while remaining lightweight and breathable.
Featuring a gentle shine and extremely springy drape, it's one of the most fluid and unique fabrics we've ever encountered, moving easily and dramatically before snapping back into shape. It's been finished with a one wash treatment, helping to soften and shrink the fabric - this also means the fabric is machine-washable, taking these from "extravagant luxury item" to "everyday summer uniform".
Fits true to size. Wash cold and hang dry in the shade - DO NOT TUMBLE DRY.
100% tussah silk
High twist silk twill from China
D-ring belt
Two side pockets
Single rear pocket
Double inverted pleats
Straight fit
Snap and zip fly
Highly adjustable
Custom woven labels
Dry clean only
Produced by MotivMFG in Beijing
All measurements are in inches.
Model Eden-Marcel wears a 32 / Medium
Eden-Marcel's sizing specs are:
5'9" and 170lbs
39" chest and 31" waist
Fits true to size. Wash cold and hang dry in the shade - DO NOT TUMBLE DRY.
Size
Waist
Front Rise
Back Rise
Upper Thigh
Knee
Leg Opening
Inseam
30 / Small
30"
12.75"
15.25"
13.25"
N/A
12"
5"
32 / Medium
32"
13.25"
16"
14'
N/A
12.25"
5.5"
34 / Large
34"
13.5"
16.75"
14.75"
N/A
13"
6"
36 / Extra Large
36"
13.75"
17"
15.5"
N/A
13.5"
6.5"
