Vintage Skyr Red & Black Gingham Pleated Trousers!

A standout pair of circa 1970s–1980s Skyr Sportswear trousers, tailored in a bold red-and-black gingham buffalo check. The ultra-high rise, double front pleats, straight legs, side-tab closure, and cuffed hems give them crisp heritage style with plenty of vintage personality.

~ Product details:

• Brand: Skyr Sportswear

• Era: Circa 1970s–1980s

• Label size: Vintage size 10

• Estimated modern fit: Approximately women's 4–6; measurements should decide fit

• Color: Red and black

• Pattern: Gingham / buffalo check plaid

• Material: 100% cotton, according to the garment label

• Made in: USA from American fabric, according to the label

• RN: 32774

• Details: Double front pleats, single-button side-tab closure, straight legs, and cuffed hems

• Care label: Machine wash warm, do not bleach, tumble dry low

~ Who they are for?

Made for the vintage dresser who loves high-waisted tailoring, graphic plaid, heritage sportswear, and statement trousers. They are especially worth considering if your natural waist measures around 27.5 inches, but always compare every measurement with a similar non-stretch garment that fits you well.

~ Why you need them:

The saturated red-and-black check does the work of a statement print, while the straight tailored silhouette keeps the look polished. Unlike trend-only plaid pants, this vintage pair offers period construction, USA-made label details, and a shape that can move from punk to preppy with a simple change of shoes.

~ Style tips:

• Pair with a fitted black turtleneck and loafers for a polished heritage look.

• Add a vintage band tee, leather jacket, and ankle boots for punk attitude.

• Style with a crisp white shirt and suspenders for menswear-inspired tailoring.

• For holiday dressing, add a black knit, gold jewelry, and heeled boots.

~ Condition

good pre-owned vintage condition, sold as is pre-owned conditions . No visible stains, fading, or structural flaws were reported. As with any decades-old garment, minor signs of age or storage may exist. Please inspect all photos and measurements before purchasing. The item is sold as a unique vintage piece in its present condition.

~ Measurement chart:

Measurements are approximate and taken flat where applicable. Vintage sizing differs from modern sizing. For the best fit, compare these numbers with a similar garment you already own rather than relying on the label size or estimated modern size.

~ Sustainability note:

Buying vintage keeps an existing garment in circulation and extends the useful life of the cotton, labor, and construction already invested in it. A defensible carbon, water, energy, or landfill-savings number cannot be calculated from the available information because the original manufacturing, transport, wear history, and replacement assumptions are unknown. The measurable wardrobe choice is reuse: one existing pair selected for continued wear instead of being discarded.

~ Brand and garment story:

The surviving Skyr Sportswear label, RN 32774, and “Made in U.S.A. from American fabric” wording connect these trousers to an era when domestic sportswear labels emphasized American textile production and tailored everyday separates. A complete verified company history or exact production year is not available from the garment details alone, so this listing does not invent one.

This pair’s personal ownership history is also unknown, but the garment itself tells a clear design story: bold buffalo check made wearable through disciplined pleats, a high waist, straight legs, and carefully cuffed hems. Preserved in excellent vintage condition, it is ready to begin a new chapter rather than sit unworn.

~ Care:

Follow the attached care label: machine wash warm, do not bleach, and tumble dry low. Because this is a vintage cotton garment, washing cold on a gentle cycle and air drying may help reduce stress, fading, and energy use. Treat the original label as the primary care instruction.