Helmut Lang Black Bondage (1998)

 This is a pair of Helmut Lang A/W 1998 Vintage black bondage trousers. 

1998 was a very important year for Helmut Lang. The company relocated its offices from Vienna to Manhattan, making it the first fashion house to change continent, while the runway presentations move from Paris to New York. Later that year, helmutlang.com was launched and A/W 1998-1999 was the first fashion collection to be presented online. Besides these influential firsts, A/W 1998-1999 is seen as one of Lang's seminal collections, showcasing the first major exploration of the abstract and layered streetwear that became synonymous with his late 90s output.

This pair of classic workwear trousers is particularly interesting as one of the earliest examples of Helmut Lang's iconic elastic strap detailing, which was featured extensively in his 2003 and 2004 collections. The cut is slim and tapered, with an articulated leg construction that follows the lines of the body. Contrasting horizontal elastic straps can be positioned on the front or back of the knee. as well as a velcro strap that ties around your leg. The aggressive shape is complemented by the thick moleskin cotton fabric that gives them an armor-like structure. One of Lang's signature outerwear materials, this substantial fabric has a dense twill weave with a sheared surface. This results in a fabric that is warm and hard-wearing while maintaining an exceptionally soft texture that ages wonderfully over time and maintains its black color.

This pair also features Helmut Lang's signature strap adjusters with polished silver hardware. The front pocket slits are made from the same panel as the waistband and front leg, in line with the workwear-inspired aesthetic. The fly closes with a zipper and an interior anchor button that prevents uneven stretching. The interior is finished with bound seams and the pockets are lined in a textured cotton fabric.

Marked size 42

Waist: 30in. 

Rise: 10.5in.

Length: 41 in.

Inseam: 30 in.

Made in Italy.

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