Layercake Wool HiLo Bloomers
Regular price £195.00The HiLo Bloomer does its name justice, giving swagger and swing when you walk. It can be worn in 3 different ways: full-length, tied folded to a billowing bloomer or tied scrunched up at the sides. We get our wool from high-end deadstock, meaning that not only is our wool high quality, but it is sustainable as we use wool that would otherwise go to waste. For HiLo's in Linen, see HERE.
HiLo Bloomers are available in 2 lengths. The Regular length has 1 large pocket on each side, the Long length has 2 pockets on each side. The pictures show examples of both lengths, worn both tied up or left down.
The top used in the photos is the Linen Mini Tabard
If a certain fabric/size shows the "add to bag" option, then there are 2 possibilities:
1. We have some ready-made in stock (shown directly above the "add to bag" button).
2. It is a pre-order, i.e. we have to make it for you. If this is the case, you will be able to put it in your cart and order it, and you'll realise that we won't be able to ship immediately (pre-orders usually take between 2-4 weeks, up to 6 weeks during very busy times like Oct-Nov)
PLEASE NOTE: standard-sized made to order garments CAN be returned for a refund!
If you need an outfit for a special occasion, please contact me BEFORE placing your order to ensure it can be made and shipped to reach you in time.
If we have run out of stock AND fabric, it will show as "No longer available" and you will not be able to add it to your cart, it truly is all gone.
The Slow Wardrobe sizes
We follow our own sizing system, recognising that the traditional system of "ladies dress-sizes" does not account for body shape and height. See how The Slow Wardrobe sizes relate to body measurements HERE.
Trousers/Skirts
These garments are designed to fit a very wide range of sizes and heights, from a UK size 10 to 28. Check these garment measurements to give you an idea of their dimensions. All trouser and skirt lengths are measured from the top of the waistband down to the bottom of the hem, along the side seam.
TROUSERS
Baggies: 2 sizes in 2 lengths
| Measurement - cm / in | Baggies - Small | Baggies - Large |
| UK size | 8-16 | 16-28 |
| Waist relaxed | 65 / 25.5 | 80 / 32 |
| Waist fully extended | 120 / 47 | 126 / 50 |
| Hips | 140 / 55 | 163 / 64 |
| Length - Regular | 95 / 38 | 95 / 38 |
| Length - Long | 105 / 42 | 105 / 42 |
Palazzos: 3 sizes in 2 lengths
| Measurement - cm / in | Palazzos - Small | Palazzos - Large | Palazzos - XLarge |
| UK size | 8-14 | 14-20 | 20-28 |
| Waist relaxed | 65 / 25.5 | 80 / 32 | 95 / 37.5 |
| Waist fully extended | 102/40 | 114 / 45* | 130 / 51* |
| Hips | 127 / 50 | 142 / 56 | 158 / 62 |
| Length - Regular | 95 / 38 | 95 / 38 | 95 / 38 |
| Length - Long | 105 / 42 | 105 / 42 | 105 / 42 |
* These waist extensions still comfortably scoots over hips that measure 3" more!
HiLo's: 1 size in 2 lengths
Slackers: 3 waist sizes in 2 lengths
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Measurement - cm / in |
HiLo's - Large |
Slackers - Small |
Slackers - Large |
Slackers - XLarge |
| UK size | 10-24 | 8-14 | 14-20 | 20-28 |
| Waist relaxed | 80 / 32 | 70 / 28 | 85 / 34 | 100 / 39.5 |
|
Waist fully extended |
120 / 47 | 120 / 47 | 135 / 53 | 135 / 53 |
| Hips | 147 / 58 | 137 / 54 | 153 / 60 | 153 / 60 |
|
Length - Regular |
94 / 37 | 95 / 38 | 95 / 38 | 95 / 38 |
| Length - Long | 104 / 41 | 105 / 42 | 105 / 42 | 105 / 42 |
SKIRTS
Panel Skirt
2 sizes in 2 lengths:
| Measurement - cm / in | Skirt - Small | Skirt - Large |
| UK size | 8-16 | 16-24 |
| Waist relaxed | 66 / 26** | 80 / 32** |
| (skirt-fold undone) | 72 / 28 | 84 / 33 |
| Waist fully extended | 108 / 43.5** | 120 / 47** |
| (skirt-fold undone) | 120 / 47 | 130 / 51 |
| Hips | 120 / 47** | 134 / 53** |
| (skirt-fold undone) | 132 / 52 | 142 / 56 |
| Length - Regular | 94 / 37 | 94 / 37 |
| Length - Long | 102 / 40 | 102 / 40 |
** With skirt-fold in place.
Wrap Skirt
Fitted waist, available in all 4 Layercake sizes:
| Size | Waist (minimum!) | Waist Maximum (recommended) | Length (from bottom of waistband |
| 0 | 70cm / 28in | 80cm / 32in | 80cm / 32in |
| 1 | 80cm / 32in | 90cm / 36in | 80cm / 32in |
| 2 | 90cm / 36in | 105cm / 42in | 80cm / 32in |
| 3 | 105cm / 42in | 120cm / 48in | 80cm / 32in |
Custom sizes
We do everything we can to be truly size-inclusive. We can highly individualise your Layercake, by adapting the standard fit and/or choosing a non-standard fabric/colour.
Find out more about this service HERE.Wool Care & Washing Instructions
Note: all Layercakes have washing labels sewn into them, usually in the left side-seam. We recommend washing wool as little as possible. Wool Layercakes tend not to be worn next to the skin and can be kept going for a long time before a wash is really necessary. Any spills etc. can most easily be removed by spot-cleaning with some water and a cloth.
When it is time to wash, we recommend hand-washing. Wool cycles of different washing machines vary, so while you know your washing machine best, if in doubt stick to hand-washing. There are a number of hand-washing detergent brands (we sell Soak) that can be added to the water, add the garment, wet it thoroughly and then just let it sit. Take the garment out of the water, no rinse necessary, and put it dripping wet in the washing machine for a short spin cycle and hang to dry. Wool Layercakes can also be dry-cleaned.
Our Wool
We produce wool Layercakes in smaller quantities compared to linen, so we rarely have fabric custom-woven for us. The rest of our wool fabrics have been woven in the UK by other manufacturers, but become surplus to their production needs. This gives small businesses like The Slow Wardrobe access to high-quality, often custom-woven wool fabrics in small quantities.