Paloma Wool
Silk Archive Overlaid Skirt Pant
The Paloma Wool Silk Archive Overlaid Skirt Pant is a women's designer trouser crafted from sheer 100% silk with an unlined, mid-rise, straight-leg silhouette. It features a contrasting opaque apron-style skirt overlay at the waist, secured by a thin tie strap and a side button closure, and is made in Spain. With a 33-inch (84.5 cm) inseam and professional cleaning required, it is intended for fashion-forward everyday wear; note that customer discussions indicate the fit may run long and sizing can vary between pieces, so consulting the size chart and measurements is advised.
- Material
- 100% silk
- Gender
- female
- Style
- classic, minimal, romantic, modern
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Color
Specifications
A luxurious sheer silk pant with a draped apron skirt overlay, featuring a mid-rise straight leg and side button closure.
100% silk, sheer, unlined, apron overlay with tie strap
- Material
- 100% silk
- Style
- classic, minimal, romantic, modern
- Occasion
- everyday, date-night
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Additional Attributes
- Sheer 100% silk weave
- Apron skirt overlay at waist
- Thin tie strap fastening
- Mid-rise
- Straight leg
- Side button closure
- Unlined
- Made in Spain
- Slow fashion / locally produced
- Modern luxury aesthetic
- Nostalgic whimsy femininity
- Drapes beautifully
Product Insights
The Silk Archive Overlaid Skirt Pant by Paloma Wool is a straight-leg trouser with a mini-skirt overlay in 100% silk, priced at 515 CAD, embodying the brand's signature slow-fashion silhouette made in Spain with graded inseams from 81 to 82.6 cm for proportional fit; the core promise is a breathable, movement-friendly design, but the tradeoff is that the unlined sheer silk requires a half-slip or boy shorts for modesty, the overlay tie may loosen during wear, the trousers run long and typically need professional hemming, and the delicate fabric demands dry cleaning only, all while counterfeits are prevalent on resale platforms.
Verified claims
- Design silhouette
- The Archive pant is a recurring Paloma Wool silhouette: a straight-leg trouser with a mini-skirt overlay.
- Graded inseam
- The size guide grades the inseam by size rather than using a single fixed length, and the exact inseam should be confirmed before ordering.
- Price comparison
- At CAD $515, this silk hybrid trouser is priced competitively against similar designs by Ulla Johnson and Max Mara.
- Material
- 100% silk with unlined apron overlay and side button/tie closure, yielding a breathable sheer drape.
- Fit
- The trousers run long and often need hemming; sizing between sizes can be inconsistent, and some customers recommend sizing down. The waist is mid-rise and straight leg, not particularly roomy or fitted.
- Brand identity
- Paloma Wool’s Archive pant is a signature silhouette made in Spain with slow fashion ethos, and brand demand is high enough to spawn counterfeits.
- Layering needs
- A half-slip or boy shorts is likely enough for modesty because the apron overlay doubles the silk layer through the hip and upper thigh.
- Care
- Professional dry cleaning only; do not machine wash.
- Length
- The trousers run long and typically require hemming for many body types; the exact inseam is grade-specific, so confirm the length for your size before ordering.
- On-body feel
- The unlined silk stays cool, breathes, and moves freely with a smooth drape.
- Sheerness and modesty
- The sheer unlined silk is transparent; the apron overlay means a half-slip or boy shorts is likely enough for modesty.
- Cleaning
- Professionally dry clean only; the brand does not recommend hand-washing with silk-specific detergent.
- Handling
- The unlined silk has no stretch and is delicate, so move with care to avoid stressing the seams; the trousers run long and may require hemming.
- Verification method
- For resale purchases, verify authenticity by reverse image searching the pant, checking labels and fabric, and buying from reputable stockists.
- Counterfeit prevalence
- Paloma Wool items are counterfeited on resale platforms like Vinted, so buyers should verify labels and fabric before purchasing.
- Production
- Produced in Spain as part of Paloma Wool's local, small-batch manufacturing, with family-owned European ateliers in the production pedigree.
- Wearability
- The delicate, dry-clean-only silk is breathable and allows good range of motion.
- Closure and fastening
- The side button closure eliminates a front fly for a clean hip line, while the thin tie strap at the waist cinches the silhouette without adding bulk.
Product record
- Title
- Silk Archive Overlaid Skirt Pant
- Brand
- Paloma Wool
- Price
- 515 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Side view of a model wearing a layered black garment consisting of a short opaque overlaid skirt panel at the hip over full-length sheer wide-leg pant legs; visible side waist ties and small side buttons on the overlay.
- Overall silhouetteSide profile showing a short opaque rectangular overlay panel at the hip layered over very sheer, straight wide-leg trousers that fall to the floor with a slight flare at the hem.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.52 · h 0.72 (high) - Overlay panelShort opaque skirt-like panel attached at the waist on the side, rectangular with an unfinished hem edge that hangs over the sheer pant; panel extends to about mid-thigh at the side.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Sheer pant fabricFloor-length semi-transparent lightweight fabric showing the model's leg silhouette underneath, smooth drape and vertical fall.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.38 · w 0.66 · h 0.54 (high) - Hem detailOpaque banded hem at the pant bottom that contrasts in opacity with the sheer leg above; hem sits on top of the foot and slightly pools.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.84 · w 0.66 · h 0.12 (high) - Waist tiesNarrow fabric ties hanging from the side waist beneath the overlay panel, long and thin, extending down alongside the leg.
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.42 · w 0.10 · h 0.44 (medium) - Side fastenersA vertical row of small round fasteners or buttons at the side where the overlay attaches to the waist, partially visiblePartial
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.34 · w 0.05 · h 0.08 (medium) - Top fabric seenSheer short-sleeve black top worn with the garment, thin knit with visible fabric texture and finished sleeve edge, overlapping the waistband area.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.26 (high)
Other
Studio side-angle product shot on a plain light gray to white background with soft directional lighting from the front-left creating a mild shadow on the studio floor; model cropped above the mouth and shown full body to shoe.
- Shot compositionVertical studio photograph showing the model in profile from head to feet, positioned toward the right half of the frame with empty background on the left.
- Background and lightingEven neutral light gray to white seamless background with soft, even lighting and a faint soft shadow projected on the floor to the right of the model.
- Visible prop or additional garmentBlack heeled open-toe sandals worn by the model are visible at the bottom of the frame and rest on the studio floor.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.88 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high) - Model croppingModel's face is partially cropped at the top edge so the lower face and torso are visible; hands are relaxed at the side with fingers visible.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.02 · w 0.48 · h 0.34 (high)
Colors
sheer black· sheer pant fabric#0E0D0Dopaque black· opaque overlay panel and hem band#0E0D0C- Overall silhouetteSide profile showing a short opaque rectangular overlay panel at the hip layered over very sheer, straight wide-leg trousers that fall to the floor with a slight flare at the hem.
- 02
Product
Black garment composed of a short opaque front overlay panel at the waist and long sheer wide-leg pant panels revealing the legs; a fitted waistband and a darker opaque short/lining are visible under the sheer outer layer.
- Front overlay panelShort, rectangular front skirt-like panel sitting on the waistband, opaque black with a smooth, slightly matte finish and a straight lower edge that falls to upper thighs.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high) - WaistbandFitted waistband visible above the overlay panel, continuous and narrow, formed in the same opaque black material as the overlay.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.64 · h 0.04 (medium) - Inner opaque short/liningOpaque black short or lining visible beneath the overlay panel, ending at upper to mid-thigh and covering the front of the thighs.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.28 · w 0.46 · h 0.18 (high) - Sheer wide-leg outer panelsLong, sheer black outer pant panels that extend from the waistband to the hem and are translucent, showing the model's legs underneath; panels hang straight with a relaxed wide-leg silhouette.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.36 · w 0.36 · h 0.56 (high); x 0.51 · y 0.36 · w 0.43 · h 0.56 (high) - Lower hem cuffOpaque slightly heavier cuff at the pant hem that contrasts with the sheer panel, forming a visible band around each ankle area.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.86 · w 0.88 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio product shot cropped from mid-torso to feet on a neutral light gray background; model wearing black open-toe heeled mules; even soft lighting with subtle shadow under feet.
- Shot compositionImage cropped from the model's mid-torso down to the feet, centered framing of the garment's front view.
- BackgroundUniform light gray studio background with no props or visible set elements.
- Model pose and handsModel's hands rest on hips with elbows slightly out; forearms and part of torso are visible at the top of the frame.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 0.20 (medium) - Footwear visibleBlack open-toe heeled mules worn by the model are visible at the bottom of the frame and sit under the pant hem.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.88 · w 0.56 · h 0.12 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft even studio lighting with a subtle shadow visible on the floor beneath and slightly behind the model's feet.
Colors
opaque black· front overlay panel#0D0D0Edeep black· inner opaque short/lining#13110Esheer black· sheer wide-leg outer panels#141313satin black· lower hem cuff#0E0D0E- Front overlay panelShort, rectangular front skirt-like panel sitting on the waistband, opaque black with a smooth, slightly matte finish and a straight lower edge that falls to upper thighs.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a garment consisting of a short opaque black overlay/skirt at the waist layered over long sheer black wide-leg pant panels that extend to the floor; visible thin side tie on the left and black open-toe heeled sandals visible at the hem.
- Skirt overlayShort opaque black skirt panel that falls to upper thigh, straight hem with slight roll at edge, centered on the rear waist area and covering the top of the sheer pant layer.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (high) - Sheer pant legsFloor-length sheer black wide-leg pant panels that are semi-transparent, showing the silhouette of the legs beneath; panels hang straight and extend to cover the heels.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.30 · w 0.64 · h 0.62 (high) - Center rear seam/overlapNarrow central rear opening or overlapping seam visible between the two sheer leg panels at the crotch area, creating a vertical negative space at center back.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.41 · w 0.06 · h 0.18 (medium) - Left side tieThin black tie or strap hanging down from the left side near the hip, extending alongside the left leg.
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.44 · w 0.09 · h 0.38 (medium) - Hem finishPant hem finished with the same sheer fabric folded under, producing a slightly heavier sheer band at the bottom where it meets the shoes.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.86 · w 0.64 · h 0.10 (high) - Visible footwearBlack open-toe heeled sandals with narrow stiletto-like heel visible under the sheer pant hem at the rear.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.85 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Hands and lower armsModel's hands and lower forearms are visible at the sides, resting near the hips with relaxed fingers.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.10 · w 0.14 · h 0.42 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.10 · w 0.12 · h 0.42 (high)
Other
Studio rear-shot composition on a plain light gray background showing model from waist to feet; soft diffuse lighting with subtle shadow beneath feet; no visible text or packaging.
- Shot compositionRear-facing studio portrait cropped from just above the waist to the floor, centered framing with garment filling the vertical axis.
- BackgroundUniform light gray seamless background with no visible texture or props.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with a faint diffuse shadow under the shoes toward the front-right of the image.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.92 · w 0.30 · h 0.06 (medium) - Image qualityHigh-resolution clear image showing fabric texture and transparency without motion blur.
Colors
black· skirt overlay#0D0C0Fsheer black· sheer pant panels#1D1B1Bblack· shoe visible at hem#0E0D0E- Skirt overlayShort opaque black skirt panel that falls to upper thigh, straight hem with slight roll at edge, centered on the rear waist area and covering the top of the sheer pant layer.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Paloma Wool
SILK LOW ARCHIVE-Khaki silk straight leg, mid-rise pants with overlapping long fixed skirt – paloma wool
Variants
2 SKUsDocuments & Data
Reddit Insights
3 threads · r/vinted, r/ethicalfashion, r/sewingReddit discussions about Paloma Wool's silk archive overlaid skirt pant reveal significant concerns over counterfeits and unflattering fit, with some seeking DIY solutions.
The majority of comments highlight issues with counterfeit listings on resale sites and frustration with trouser sizing being overly long and inconsistent, though there is neutral interest in pattern replication.
Themes
Use Cases
- Fashion and everyday wear
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Gimaguas
Some users find Gimaguas more satisfying and better fitting than Paloma Wool when spending higher amounts.
Source Threads
How to spot fake Paloma Wool items on Vinted
this skirt looks like a good dupe but the sizing and labels are ALL wrong. the original has a much larger brand label and the legitimate size will be numerical. i believe the sizing for this item is in the wash label too! i have also noticed that they don’t provide the names for these items or show them on tags. so when buying a paloma wool item please reverse image search and go directly the brand or to reputable stockists to compare these minor details
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Frustration with Paloma Wool trouser sizing and preference for Gimaguas
It’s really difficult to say! I’ve seen some ppl say they come up small? But the size small is definitely for a size 8 minimum not a 6, if that helps. The rayon knit does definitely stretch with wear as well. On me they were also ridiculously high waisted like up to my ribs which is obviously smaller than my actual waist size! 😓 I’ve personally given up with Paloma wool - there are other brands who I am way more satisfied with when spending loads of money on (like gimaguas for example). Such a shame cos I love their clothes!
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