It’s not hard to imagine Matisse wearing these in his garden at Issy-les-Moulineaux, brush poised in front of canvas.

I could mention they’re entirely suitable for tinkering with the idle on your 33 Stradale or giving potential contractors a tour of the restoration project in Aubusson.

For looking (and feeling) extraordinarily cool. Confidently at ease.

If summer had its own language, linen would do the translating.

This is my take on it.

French Linen Work Pant (No. J8209). Rugged workwear styling in soft washed 100% linen. Worn by artists, carpenters, expert roof thatchers in Pont-Aven . Tailored straight fit. Button fly. Diagonal slash hip pockets. Two back patch pockets with button closure. Four-hole corozo buttons and exposed rivet hook and bar closure. Washed to create a strong fade and emulate the beauty of vintage French work pants. Imported.