Acne Studios 1981M Candy Chain Print Denim Pants | 3D Illusion Cotton Trousers

The Acne Studios 1981M Candy Chain Print Denim Pants push the boundaries of denim design with innovative 3D printing and illusion craftsmanship. Though not made from traditional denim, the cotton piqué base fabric is digitally transformed with hyper-realistic denim twill and wash effects, creating a visually striking yet lightweight alternative.

Featuring a seasonal trompe-l’œil "keychain" graphic, the pants blend playful detailing with spray-pigment and mineral-tone washes for an authentic vintage aesthetic. Advanced 3D cold transfer printing technology replicates denim’s texture, depth, and weight, while ensuring high color saturation and durability.

Each panel is precision laser-cut and assembled, followed by meticulous hand ironing, cutting, and stitching, making every piece a technical milestone in garment construction. The fit is updated from Acne’s classic Baggy silhouette to a more Asia-friendly tailored cut, balancing a roomy straight leg with a refined hem that won’t drag.

This piece embodies Acne Studios’ avant-garde approach, merging artistic illusion, technological innovation, and street-ready wearability.

Product Highlights

• Style Code: 1981M

• Style: Candy Chain Print Denim Pants (Illusion Design)

• Fabric: Cotton piqué base (printed denim illusion)

• Technique: 3D cold transfer print & laser-cut precision tailoring

• Details: Trompe-l’œil “keychain” graphic, spray-pigment wash, mineral-tone finish

• Construction: Laser-cut panels, hand ironing, cutting & stitching

• Fit: Inspired by Baggy cut, adjusted for Asian body proportions

• Leg: Straight silhouette, clean hem (non-dragging)

• Category: Designer Denim | 3D Print Pants | Acne Studios Statement Pieces

• Sizes: 44 / 46 / 48 / 50 / 52