[~30’s] French Army Indigo HBT Cotton Linen Mechanic Trousers

Estimated around the 1930s,French Army "Indigo Herringbone Twill Cotton Linen Mechanic Trousers".

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The French Armed Forces (Armée française) is the regular military of the French Republic, and is mainly comprised of the Army (Armée de Terre), Navy (Marine nationale), Air Force and Space Force (Armée de l'Air et de l'Espace), and National Gendarmerie (Gendarmerie nationale).

Of these, the French Army (Armée de Terre) in a narrow sense has the oldest tradition, and its origins can be traced back to the medieval Capetian period, but its modern system as a national army was established after the French Revolution (1789).

In World War I, the French Army fought as the main force on the Allied side, contributing to victory despite making great sacrifices.
In the ensuing World War II, France was defeated in the Blitzkrieg by the German army in 1940, and under the Vichy regime some of its forces were placed under German control, while the "Free French Forces" (Forces françaises libres) operated alongside the Allies under the leadership of Charles de Gaulle.

After World War II, with the establishment of the Fourth Republic in 1946, the French military was reorganized and served in colonial wars (Indochina War, Algerian War, etc.).
That experience also influenced military doctrine during the Cold War.

Currently, the French military maintains its position as a key player in international security through the frameworks of the European Union, NATO, and the United Nations, and is engaged in global military operations, particularly through anti-terrorism operations in the Sahel region (Operation Vulcan) and overseas expeditionary capabilities based on the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle.

From the French army,As maintenance work clothesIntroducing the "Indigo HBT Cotton Linen Mechanic Trousers" that were provided and worn.

Even among the French military, this individual is one that is rarely seen.

It has been established as workwear for maintenance, repair, and behind-the-scenes work rather than front-line soldiers, and each detail has been calculated from the actions of the field, such as ``moving'', ``getting dirty'', and ``bending down'', making it an extremely practical item.

It has a classic design with suspender buttons placed on the waistband instead of belt loops, and the way it looks around the waist when tucked in is simply beautiful.

This detail is not for decoration but for ``hanging up and wearing'', but as a result, a unique rhythm is created at the waistline, instantly adding atmosphere to even a simple outfit.

The front has a button front design.
The buttonholes are hand-stitched, giving a sense of the times, and have a different kind of warmth from the uniformity of mass-produced items.

Even the opening and closing movements look classic, and this kind of old design is probably the part that conveys the atmosphere of the 1930s most directly.

The hand pockets on both sides are minimally arranged along the side seams.
It is attractive that the pockets do not make a statement, but the hand lines are natural and do not disrupt the horizontal line of the figure.

Unlike the pocket-type pants that have a strong military-like feel, they look sleek in an urban setting, so they come in handy when you want to put together an elegant work/military look.

A cinch bag (martangal) for adjusting the waist is included on the back.

Just by having this back style, the back view suddenly becomes a "uniform".
If you wear it tight, it will set your waist, and even if you wear it outside, it will leave a focal point on your back, improving your styling.

The silhouette is straight.

It's neither too thick nor too thin, and the vertical lines are beautiful, and the indigo shading makes the legs look neat.
It has a balance that maintains a military-like structure, but has a certain "looseness", and has a deep pocket that goes well with both jackets and sweatshirts.

One point is that this item has been hemmed, and the inseam is shorter accordingly.

However, rather than making this a negative point, I think it would be quite interesting to take advantage of the short inseam and create a casual look with long socks and sneakers.
I thought I could create a modern look that would raise the center of gravity and make the old 30's fabric look ``stylish'' rather than ``unstylish''.

This item uses indigo-dyed "herringbone twill cotton linen" fabric.

Although it is based on the toughness derived from the military, by mixing linen, it is not all about hardness, but has a texture that is both light and supple, as if it is filled with air.

HBT's unique ridges create fine undulations on the surface of the fabric, creating shadows that follow the wrinkles and movement, giving the trousers a rugged yet three-dimensional appearance.

In the first place, HBT woven cotton linen fabric itself is rare in French vintage.
Furthermore, the fact that it is made with "indigo dyeing" can be said to be the biggest charm that determines the value of this item.

The color is an indigo fade color that shows noticeable changes over time.

This is another core of scarcity.
It's not just "just blue," but because it's dyed with indigo, there's a fading effect on this piece.

Unlike workwear that is uniformly dyed with blue dye, the gradation created by the accumulation of wear, sunburn, and washing creates depth in the colors, ranging from pale light blue to deep indigo.

While the beautiful fade takes center stage on the front, the deep indigo still remains on the inside and near the seam allowance.
This contrast is the real thrill of indigo dyeing.

I cannot confirm the size description, but I think it corresponds to "XS ~ S" in Japanese size.

Even if you look at the actual measurements, the size will be on the small side, so if you are petite, you will be able to wear it without any problems.

There is some signs of use such as fading, fabric damage, stains, scuffs, replacement of buttons, missing buttons, hemming, etc., but there are no major damages that would cause problems with wear, so I think you can still wear it.

"Indigo HBT Cotton Linen Mechanic Trousers" are talked about as top pieces among the many French military items.

This is a special piece that shows its class simply by the material and dyeing without exaggerating the details.

A perfect piece not only for your wardrobe, but also as a collection item.
This is a piece that rarely arrives at our shop, so if you're looking for one, don't miss out on this opportunity.