Velilla 103012S cotton stretch trousers: almost all cotton and still elastic
Most stretch trousers get their give from synthetics. Not these: 97% cotton and only 3% elastane, with a high fabric weight of 270 g/m². The result is trousers that breathe like cotton, weigh and last like a heavy fabric, and still give when you bend. They have eight pockets and reinforcements on the thighs and knees.
✅ Features
97% cotton - 3% elastane: the feel and breathability of a natural fibre with functional elasticity.
270 g/m²: dense fabric, one of the toughest in the stretch range.
Thigh and knee reinforcements: doubled fabric in the areas of most rubbing and pressure.
Eight pockets: more capacity than the usual six in the family.
Elasticated side waistband and higher back rise: covers the back when you bend.
Triple safety stitching on the main seams.
👷 Suitable for
Carpentry, construction and refurbishment.
Installers who work on their knees.
Work involving sparks or radiant heat, where synthetics melt.
Gardening and outdoor work in warm months.
Staff with skin sensitive to synthetic fibres.
📋 Technical data
Velilla reference: 103012S
Composition: stretch, 97% cotton - 3% elastane
Fabric weight: 270 g/m²
Reinforcements: thighs and knees
Pockets: 8
Closure: zip and button
Waistband: elasticated at the sides, with higher back rise
Stitching: triple safety stitching
Sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2XL and 3XL
Colours: black, grey and navy blue
🧺 Care
Machine wash cold or at 30 °C.
Being almost all cotton, it shrinks with heat: avoid hot water and tumble drying.
Don't overdo the fabric softener, to avoid damaging the elastane.
Do not bleach. Iron at medium temperature.
💡 Tip: this model and the 103002S are both called "stretch", but they are not interchangeable. The 103002S contains 38% synthetic EME, dries faster and shrinks less: better for frequent washing and long shifts. The 103012S is 97% cotton: cooler, nicer to the touch and safer against a spark, but it shrinks if washed hot. Choose by the risk of the job, not by the name.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can it be elastic with 97% cotton?
The 3% elastane is enough to give the fabric recovery.
How does it differ from the 103002S?
The 103002S contains 38% synthetic EME, dries faster and shrinks less; the 103012S is almost all cotton, cooler and safer against sparks.
How many pockets does it have?
Eight, two more than the rest of the family.
Does it have reinforced knees?
Yes, and reinforcement on the thighs too.
Does it shrink?
If washed hot, yes. It is best to wash cold or at 30 degrees and air dry.
