Ascension leather-trimmed broderie anglaise linen shorts
ZIMMERMANN's shorts release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $495, quality lands at 60/100, comfort at 60/100, and sustainability at 60/100 for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · ZIMMERMANN
- Category · Shorts
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Quality Analysis 60/100
These linen shorts feature delicate broderie anglaise and a slim leather tie, suggesting they are designed for aesthetics rather than rugged wear. The "lightweight, non-stretchy fabric" further indicates a focus on comfort and drape over heavy-duty durability.
Comfort Assessment 60/100
These linen shorts, while perfect for summer with their lightweight feel, are made from non-stretchy fabric, which might limit movement. The leather trim and tie could also introduce some rigidity.
Sustainability Impact 60/100
These shorts feature 100% linen, a natural fiber, but also include 100% leather trim, which lacks traceability or welfare information, impacting its overall sustainability.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Waist | Leg Opening | Inseam | Rise | Hip | Inside Leg |
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| 0 | 66 cm | 70 cm | — cm | 37 cm | 94 cm | 6 cm |
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Garment details
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Editors’ Notes: Zimmermann's 'Ascension' shorts are perfect for summer, especially when paired with the coordinating shirt. They're made from pretty broderie anglaise and have scalloped trims and a slim leather tie to cinch the high waist.
Editors’ Notes: Zimmermann's 'Ascension' shorts are perfect for summer, especially when paired with the coordinating shirt. They're made from pretty broderie anglaise and have scalloped trims and a slim leather tie to cinch the high waist.
Size & Fit: 00 (petite) = UK 6/ US 2/ FR 34 (under 5’3”/ 160cm) 0 = UK 8/ US 4/ FR 36 1 = UK 10/ US 6/ FR 38 2 = UK 12/ US 8/ FR 40 3 = UK 14/ US 10/ FR 42 4 = UK 16/ US 12/ FR 44 Fits true to size, take your normal size High-rise, cut for a loose fit Lightweight, non-stretchy fabric Model is 175cm/ 5'9" and is wearing the designer's size 1 Model measurements: Bust: 75cm/ 29.5" Waist: 60cm/ 23.5" Hip: 93cm/ 36.5" View size guide
Details & Care: Ivory linen, dark-brown broderie anglaise linen and leather Concealed zip fastening at back 100% linen; trim: 100% leather
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