The olive linen harem trousers are a wide-through-the-hip, tapered-ankle trouser cut from 100% linen — low-slung at the crotch, elasticated at the waist, with deep pockets on both sides. They are made to order at the atelier in Bulgaria, sized XS through 4XL. If you are between standard sizes, custom sizing costs nothing extra. Worldwide shipping is free. These are the trousers for long travel days when comfort and looking like you meant it are not negotiable.
The piece
Larah started cutting this silhouette because the women she knows most clearly — the ones who move through the world on their own terms — needed a trouser that kept up with them without asking anything in return. The dropped crotch is not a trend choice; it is a decision about ease. Room to walk long, to fold into a bus seat, to stand in a kitchen for two hours and feel nothing pulling. The elastic waist means you reach for these first, every time. The tapered ankle keeps them out of puddles and off the floor. At Souls In Clothes, one person cuts each piece after your order arrives. That is the whole model. No warehouse, no excess, no version of this trouser that existed before you wanted it.
Material
The fabric is 100% linen, woven to a weight that holds its shape through a full day without feeling stiff. The colour is a muted olive green — neither yellow-leaning nor grey — consistent across the garment from waistband to cuff. The finished trouser weighs 500 g, which means it packs flat and does not add bulk in a carry-on. Linen at this weight softens noticeably after the first few washes and continues to do so over time.
Fit & sizing
Larah is 175 cm and wears size S in the photos. Between sizes? Send your measurements in the order notes — we'll cut to fit at no extra cost. The waistband is fully elasticated, so it sits where you set it rather than where a rigid waistband decides. The dropped crotch gives genuine clearance through the hips and seat; the ankle cuff tapers close enough to stay clean on the ground.
Styling
Wear these with the asymmetric women's shirt on warm-weather travel days when you are covering distance on foot. Pair them with the turtleneck blouse for studio days — the proportions balance a looser top against the tapered leg. For a long-haul flight, the elasticated waist and dropped crotch mean you land in the same state you boarded. The olive reads as a neutral against off-white, ecru, and terracotta linen equally well. On cooler days, the black jersey asymmetric tunic layered over the trousers reads as quietly elegant for studio-to-dinner transitions. For a fully relaxed silhouette, swap to the wide linen pants — same fabric weight, fuller leg.
Care
Machine wash cold at 30°C on a gentle cycle. Hang to dry or lay flat — tumble drying will shrink the linen and break down the elastic in the waistband faster than necessary. Iron on medium heat while the fabric is still slightly damp; this is the easiest way to relax any creasing without fighting it. Do not bleach. The elastic waistband does not need special handling, but avoiding high heat will extend its life.
Frequently asked questions
These are made to order — how long will I wait?
Each pair is cut and sewn after your order is placed at the atelier in Bulgaria. Current production time is listed on the product page and in your order confirmation. If you need the trousers by a specific date, message the atelier before ordering and Larah will tell you honestly whether it is possible.
Can I order in a size that is not on the standard size chart?
Yes. Add your measurements — waist, hips, and inseam if you have it — in the order notes at checkout. Custom sizing is included at no extra cost. If you are unsure which measurements to send, message the atelier and you will get a specific reply, not a form response.
What is the returns policy for made-to-order pieces?
Because each trouser is made specifically for the person who orders it, returns based on size or colour preference are not accepted. If you receive a piece with a manufacturing fault, contact the atelier with photos and it will be resolved. When in doubt about sizing or colour before ordering, message first — that conversation is always worth having.
Is shipping really free worldwide?
Yes. Souls In Clothes ships free to every country, with no minimum order. You will receive a tracking number once your piece is dispatched.
Will the olive colour change after washing?
Linen does soften in colour slightly over the first few washes, which most people find improves the look rather than diminishing it. Washing at 30°C cold and avoiding bleach will keep the colour stable. The olive in these trousers is a mid-tone that does not fade dramatically with normal care.
