The Smarty recycled patent-leather straight-leg pants
MOTHER's pants release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $192, quality lands at 70/100, comfort at 80/100, and sustainability at 80/100 for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · MOTHER
- Category · Pants
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Quality Analysis 70/100
Crafted from buttery recycled patent-leather, these pants offer a supple feel with a slight stretch, suggesting comfort and some resilience. The blend of 60% recycled leather and 40% polyester in Fabric1, along with a 100% polyurethane coating for Fabric2, indicates a composite material designed for both look and wear.
Comfort Assessment 80/100
These pants offer a surprising level of comfort for patent leather, thanks to their "buttery" feel and "supple, slightly stretchy" nature. The straight-leg fit also suggests a non-restrictive wear.
Sustainability Impact 80/100
These 'Smarty' pants are a smart choice, crafted from recycled patent-leather, which includes 60% recycled leather, offering a more sustainable material option.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Waist | Leg Opening | Rise | Inside Leg | Hip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | 84 cm | 41 cm | 28 cm | 79 cm | 106 cm |
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Garment details
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Editors’ Notes: With its liquid-like shine, MOTHER's 'The Smarty' pants radiate an edge. They're cut from buttery recycled patent-leather to sit high on the waist for a '90s feel and have a classic straight-leg shape. Wear yours with a tank and biker boots.
Editors’ Notes: With its liquid-like shine, MOTHER's 'The Smarty' pants radiate an edge. They're cut from buttery recycled patent-leather to sit high on the waist for a '90s feel and have a classic straight-leg shape. Wear yours with a tank and biker boots.
Size & Fit: Fits true to size, take your normal size High-rise, designed for a straight-leg fit Supple, slightly stretchy leather Size 26 jeans have an inside leg of 31"/ 79cm Model is 180cm/ 5'11" and is wearing a size 26 Model measurements: Bust: 78cm/ 31" Waist: 65cm/ 25.5" Hip: 90cm/ 35.5” View size guide
Details & Care: Black recycled patent-leather Button and concealed zip fastening at front Fabric1: 60% recycled leather, 40% polyester; fabric2: 100% polyurethane
Delivery & Returns: Find out more about our delivery options . Try items in the comfort of your own home. If they're not quite right, you've got 28 days to request an exchange or return and send them back to us. We'll collect them from your nearest UPS drop off point. Free returns are offered within 14 days of delivery.