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W5488 Trousers Oversized Baggy Iridescent Wrinkled Nylon & Metal Details — Black Unisex Italian
Light Moves Through This Trouser. So Do You.
The W5488 is built from a contradiction: a nylon that is simultaneously crumpled and iridescent, soft and structural, matte in shadow and luminous in light. The oversized baggy cut gives the fabric maximum surface area to perform — every fold and crease catching light differently as the trouser moves. Metal details punctuate the construction with precision. The waistband is lined in stretch Punto Milano, a fabric choice that speaks to the intelligence behind the garment: comfort where it matters, drama where it shows.
Why This Trouser Is Different
- Iridescent Wrinkled Nylon: 79% polyester, 21% metal — a fabric with a permanently crumpled surface and a colour-shifting quality that reads differently in every light condition. Not a print, not a coating — the iridescence is woven into the textile itself.
- Metal Thread Composition: The 21% metal content in the nylon creates the iridescent effect and adds a subtle weight and drape that pure synthetic fabrics cannot achieve.
- Metal Details: Hardware accents that elevate the construction from garment to object — a signature LA HAINE INSIDE US finishing touch.
- Stretch Punto Milano Waistband: 68% viscose, 27% nylon, 5% elastane — the interior waistband is lined in the same dense, smooth Milano stitch used in tailoring, providing structure and comfort against the skin while the nylon exterior performs visually.
- Internal Drawstring: Adjustable fit with no visible hardware at the front — the clean waistband line is uninterrupted.
- Oversized Baggy Silhouette: Maximum volume through the seat and thigh — the crumpled nylon drapes and folds with each movement, creating a constantly shifting surface.
- Functional Pockets: Integrated without disrupting the oversized silhouette.
- Unisex Design: Proportioned to work across genders — inclusive sizing, singular aesthetic.
- Made in Italy: Dual-fabric construction executed in Italian ateliers with the precision that the material combination demands.
Specifications
- Style: W5488 — Oversized Baggy Trouser
- Color: Black (Iridescent)
- Fabric 1 (Shell): 79% Polyester, 21% Metal — Iridescent Wrinkled Nylon
- Fabric 2 (Waistband lining): 68% Viscose, 27% Nylon, 5% Elastane — Stretch Punto Milano
- Details: Metal hardware accents
- Fit: Oversized, Baggy
- Waist: Elasticated with internal drawstring, Punto Milano lined
- Pockets: Yes
- Origin: Made in Italy
- Brand: LA HAINE INSIDE US
- Season: Current
- Gender: Unisex
Unisex Size Chart
| Size | Waist (cm) | Hip (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| XS | 64–68 | 88–92 |
| S | 68–72 | 92–96 |
| M | 72–76 | 96–100 |
| L | 76–82 | 100–106 |
| XL | 82–88 | 106–112 |
Model wears XS. Model measurements: height 180cm, thorax 85cm, shoulders 41cm, waist 64cm, hip 90cm.
The Moment You Put Them On
The W5488 is immediately different in the hand — the crumpled nylon has a particular rustle and weight, the metal thread giving it a density that surprises. On the body, the oversized cut settles into its volume and the iridescence begins to work: in a dark room, the trouser reads as deep black. Step into light and the surface shifts — green, blue, violet — depending on the angle. It is not a subtle effect. It is not meant to be.
The Punto Milano waistband is the private luxury of this garment — smooth and structured against the skin, invisible from the outside, but felt with every wear. This is the kind of detail that separates a garment from a product.
The Art of Iridescent Nylon
Iridescence in fabric is achieved through the weaving of metallic threads — in the W5488, 21% of the fabric composition is metal, woven alongside polyester to create a textile that reflects light at multiple wavelengths simultaneously. The effect is similar to the structural colour found in butterfly wings or oil on water: not a dye, not a coating, but a physical property of the fabric’s construction. The crumpling process — applied through heat and compression — creates a permanent three-dimensional surface that amplifies the iridescent effect: more folds, more angles, more light. The result is a fabric that is never the same twice, that changes with the wearer’s movement and the room’s light. LA HAINE INSIDE US chose this material for the W5488 because it earns its drama through craft, not spectacle.
How to Wear It
- Maximum Impact: Wear with a fitted black long-sleeve and minimal black boots — the iridescent nylon does all the work, the rest of the look providing a clean ground for the fabric to perform against.
- Tonal Contrast: Pair with a matte black oversized jacket — the contrast between the iridescent crumpled nylon and a flat matte surface creates a sophisticated material dialogue.
- Unexpected Softness: Style with a fluid silk or satin top in black or deep navy — two different kinds of shine, two different surfaces, one cohesive look.
- Editorial Volume: Worn with a structured coat and no visible top — the trouser’s volume and iridescence carry the entire look, the coat framing rather than competing.
Care Instructions
- Hand wash or machine wash cold (30°C), delicate cycle
- Do not tumble dry — hang to preserve the crumpled texture and iridescent surface
- Do not iron — heat will flatten the crumple and may damage the metal thread
- Do not bleach
- Store hanging to maintain the crumpled drape
