When the archivist at Dickies let me get my paws on their infamous painter pant, I could hardly believe my good fortune. For as long as I can remember, I’ve admired this painter pant in hardware stores all over the South Coast of New England. On occasion, I used to be able to thrift an older, worn pair made of an unbleached cotton fabric. As a person nostalgic for the way work clothing “used to be made,” nothing made me more excited.

We are so thrilled to take this storied pant back in time while subtly updating the fit for the 21st century. Celebrating our love of archival details, we’re using the same buttons Dickies used in the 20’s and 30’s and for this special run, dyed the unbleached, natural cotton fabric with indigo with our friends at Botanical colors. Each pair is one of a kind with the highs and lows, marbling and unique coloration that comes from the dye process. This earthy blue color will fade and wear with exposure to sunlight and all kinds of grime.

With affection for the Portuguese community of SE New England, where I live and work, the name for this special pant comes from the Portuguese word “Quadro,” which roughly translates to “painting.” A fitting description as this pant is a true blank canvas that will capture your world of work.

• Side hammer loop, thigh pockets, reinforced knees, and a big front and back pockets.

• Sits at, or just above where your waist creases when you bend down (see rise info to help understand where it would fall on you).

• Fitted with touch of ease through hip, waist, and bum with a slight vintage inspired flare at the bottom of the wide leg.

• 28 and 30 inch inseams available. (Our model wears a size 31x28 for a comfy fit).

• 8.75 oz., 100% cotton.

• Made in Chicago, IL, dyed in indigo in Seattle Washington.

• Limited run, one of a kind.