{"product_id":"90-s-old-bernard-zins-black-cotton-twill-trousers-size-44-emilio-batchi","title":"［~90’s］Old BERNARD ZINS Black Cotton Twill Trousers Size.44 \"EMILIO BATCHI 別注\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirca 1990s, {{BERNARD ZINS}} black cotton twill trousers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{{BERNARD ZINS}} is a haute couture trouser specialist founded in 1967 by Bernard Zins in Paris, France. Since its establishment, the brand has built a formidable reputation as a dedicated trouser house, pursuing the ideal of the \"perfect trouser\" for the discerning gentleman.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBernard Zins himself studied fashion and tailoring at {{ENSAD}} (École Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs), the prestigious Parisian tailoring academy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brand's greatest strength lies in a craftsmanship that reconciles two seemingly opposing principles: the precision of bespoke tailoring and the efficiency of industrial production. It might be described as \"an industrial product infused with the philosophy of tailoring.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZins's singular obsession was to elevate artisanal tailoring technique to the standards of industrial manufacture—to codify and systematize the expertise of master tailors, enabling consistent production of exceptional quality. His approach was fundamentally engineering in nature: to quantify, analyze, and render reproducible the knowledge of the master craftsman.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis meticulous thinking permeates every detail of these trousers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough this architecture of elegant pattern design, {{BERNARD ZINS}} earned the esteem of Europe's foremost tailoring houses and luxury department stores. His exceptional technique captivated the great Parisian luxury houses—{{Pierre Cardin}}, {{Yves Saint Laurent}}, {{Lanvin}}, {{Céline}}, {{Hermès}}, {{Chanel}}, {{Arnys}}, and others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pair embodies Zins's uncompromising philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharacterized by a no-pleat front and an austere straight silhouette, the design strips away superfluous detail. From every angle, one encounters an composed, finished presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe no-pleat front is a refined design equally suited to contemporary dress. The absence of pleating at the waist creates a clean line, lending an overall smartness to the silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe straight cut remains a versatile fundamental—sought by those who understand that true elegance requires restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe straight leg elongates and flatters the form, transcending body type. This silhouette carries both modern sophistication and timeless classicism, traversing the distance between formal occasion and casual ease with equal authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pocket detailing employs slash pockets at the front, angled with intuitive precision. The hand settles naturally; function and elegance coexist here.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe back pockets are button-jetted on both sides, executed in the four-hole manner. The workmanship speaks to Parisian tailoring standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front closure is zip fly. The slider bears a zip from {{EP (Éclair Prym)}}, the venerable French manufacturer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe top button is a four-hole style in matte black—meticulous detail throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the waistband sits the brand label bearing \"{{BERNARD ZINS}}\"—marked \"{{MADE IN FRANCE}}\", a marker of the house in its original form. Not the later Portuguese production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece carries a dual label: {{EMILIO BATCHI}}, the Parisian retail establishment that opened in the 1950s and has since closed. This collaboration elevates the piece further.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fabric is 100% cotton, a natural fiber that will develop its own patina across time—a welcome quality. The hand suits any season, rendering this a year-round garment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe color is a matte black—or rather, a faded ink-black with a subtle character. It carries a hint of utility alongside quiet refinement, suiting the aesthetic of understated adult casualness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended for those who approach fashion with depth of understanding and discerning taste.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize marked 44, corresponding roughly to {{M–L}} in Japanese sizing. The measurements suggest this is a golden size for Japanese proportions, accommodating a range of frames.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFading, soiling, and minor fraying from wear are evident, yet no damage exists that would impair wearing. The piece remains very much wearable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{{BERNARD ZINS}} has produced for and captivated the great luxury houses. This piece, a rare French-made special order, is unlikely to reappear soon in our inventory.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those seeking a versatile, well-made trouser, this opportunity warrants consideration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VIEUX ET NOUVEAU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45540463378610,"sku":"B0328","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/2140\/3314\/files\/202505030277.jpg?v=1750651123","url":"https:\/\/vieuxetnouveau-shop.com\/en\/products\/90s-old-bernard-zins-black-cotton-twill-trousers-size-44-emilio-batchi","provider":"VIEUX ET NOUVEAU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}