Sundazed (Italy) 70s, Glen Plaid, Flannel Wool, Twill Weave

Sundazed (Italy) 70s, Glen Plaid, Flannel Wool, Twill Weave SUNDAZED & OUTSIDE SOCIETY S.O.S. | sundazed.io/sos The plaid trousers exhibit a masterful intersection of traditional tailoring and contemporary adaptability, harmonizing structured design elements with functional innovations. The choice of a classic tartan twill weave anchors the garment within a rich historical lineage, linking it to the long-standing British tailoring tradition. The structured pleats, tailored waistband, and concealed zipper fly uphold formalwear conventions, while the elasticized back panel introduces a pragmatic dimension, ensuring flexibility without compromising visual integrity. This synthesis of heritage patterning with modernized construction aligns with the design philosophies of Lemaire, Margaret Howell, Engineered Garments, and Drake’s—brands renowned for their nuanced reinterpretations of classic British and American menswear. Plaid, particularly in tartan and check variations, has long been a defining textile in British sartorial heritage, originating as an emblem of Scottish clan identity before its assimilation into Savile Row tailoring. By the latter half of the 20th century, it had transcended its aristocratic origins, infiltrating subcultures such as punk through the radical lens of designers like Vivienne Westwood.