1940s Vintage Kentucky Riding Pants

Vintage 1940s equestrian riding pants by Meyer's Brothers Sportswear, Lexington, KY. "Home of the Thoroughbred". Modern size equivalent: Medium/8 

Actual measurements: 
Waist 28 inches 
Hips 38 inches 
Front Rise to top of waist 13 inches 
Rear Rise to the top of the waist 18 inches 
Inseam 28 inches 
Outseam 40 inches 
Calf 13 inches 
The hem at the opening at the bottom of the leg is 16 inches 

These Kentucky equestrian pants are full-length riding pants designed for saddle seat riding.The overall look gives the impression of a rider with a longer leg and heel lower than the toe, the desired equitation standard for this riding style. They are reinforced with fabric to protect the inner calf and knee from rubbing.  Slenderizing, continuous waistband; gabardine. Two front inset slit pockets. Belt loops. Light blonde / tan / khaki color. Left side talon metal zipper fly with vegetable ivory button closure at waistband. Sartorial split waistband was altered by a tailor, then let out, as shown. Stained as shown. 

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