RIPLEY RADER Ponte Knit Shorts Black
RIPLEY RADER
$168.00
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RIPLEY RADER’s Ponte Knit Shorts in Black fuse sleek minimalism with everyday ease. The mid-weight, super-stretch knit glides on with a second-skin feel, thanks to a viscose/nylon/spandex blend that drapes smoothly and holds a clean silhouette. A pull-on waist and no closure keep the front line uninterrupted, letting the fabric shine from desk to dusk.
With a 12.25-inch rise, a 12.25-inch inseam, and a 23.5-inch leg opening, the shorts sit and move with contemporary ease. The pull-on waist hugs the hips without digging, while the knit offers forgiving stretch that skims the body rather than trapping it. They layer effortlessly with everything from a crisp button-down to a satin camisole, and transition across settings with a simple swap of top and shoes.
RIPLEY RADER’s approach to ponte is clean, modern, and made in the USA, delivering a polished staple that anchors warm-weather looks. The viscose-nylon-spandex blend creates a sculpted silhouette with just the right amount of bounce, aligning with a label known for streamlined, city-ready pieces.
Materials / Fabrication
- Mid-weight, super-stretch knit
- No closure, pull-on design
- Shell: 68% viscose, 27% nylon, 5% spandex
- Made in the USA
- Measurements (from size S): Rise 12.25 in / 31 cm; Inseam 12.25 in / 31 cm; Leg opening 23.5 in / 60 cm
Recommended Care
- Hand wash cold or dry clean.
- Use mild detergent; avoid bleach.
- Lay flat to dry and reshape while damp; do not wring.
- If needed, steaming is preferred to ironing; use low heat with a pressing cloth if ironing is required.
- Store folded to maintain shape and prevent stretching.
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About Ripley Rader
Ripley Rader, an American fashion designer based in Los Angeles, has made a significant impact on contemporary womenswear with her eponymous label. Her journey into fashion began in her hometown of West Virginia, where she was influenced by her parents' fabric store and her grandmother's sewing lessons. Initially pursuing musical theater in Los Angeles, Rader's path shifted when a buyer from Fred Segal noticed a homemade jumpsuit she had crafted, leading to the establishment of her boutique at the renowned retailer in 2013.