Astute readers will recall the Ivy Style high-rise/tapered leg project we had in development several years back. It was with Bill Thomas, founder of Bills Khakis, and right before the first sample was to be cut, things went a little haywire internally. Bill ended up at Duck Head, after the previous team, shall we say, fowled out. He didn’t forget the market interest in this particular style of khaki, and has produced something pretty close in the Gold Glory chino. It may not be the highest rise you can find, but at 11 inches, and in the spirit of the season, you could say it’s in excelsis.

Now nothing is for everyone. For starters, the Gold Glory’s made-in-the-USA price tag is $189. That may sound crazy, but as an Ivy devotee pointed out, Bills’ Khakis were $145 when introduced over a decade ago. As for the stats, on me the rise comes in at a tad over 11 inches and features an opening of 7 3/4 at the cuff. The pant tapers gradually from the thigh all the way down.

Here are the bullet points, according to Duck Head:

Made in USA

100% 8.5 oz. American Made Cotton Twill

Pre-Washed

Classic Fit (Not full. Not slim)

Genuine Drill Cloth Pockets

Corozo Buttons

Button Loop Closure at Back Left Pocket

Reverse Fold Belt Loops

Industrial Grade YKK No. 5 Zipper

Antique Riveted Coin Pocket

Signature “Z” Stitch Inside Fly

Luggage Stitched Leather Patch

Fully Constructed Alterable Waist Band

Machine wash cold & tumble dry low

The Duck Head brand was founded in 1865, and became an icon for ’80s preps, especially in the South. We hope to tell that story soon. In the meantime, head over to Duck Head’s site to check out the Gold Glory chino, as well as its other offerings (which include a classic yellow label on the back). — CC



