No work. All play. | How to nail the Workwear trend with Carhartt WIP
Shannon Firby on Wed, Dec 14, 22
Launched 100 years after the OG Detroit brand Carhartt, Carhartt WIP (Work In Progress) are now one of the top brands in the mens fashion landscape for high-quality workwear inspired clothes with a trending, youthful edge.
Incorporating subcultures like skating, streetwear and everything in between, Carhartt WIP continue to bring perhaps the most cohesive collections of trending apparel.
Workwear, workwear, workwear... At EQVVS, we always have our eyes peeled for upcoming trends in menswear and Workwear has been on the radar for a while now. It tends to swing back and forth through the seasons, and autumn winter seems to be where it really takes off.
Read the blog for our quick tips on how to absolutely nail the Workwear trend with Carhartt WIP, plus a little shout out to some of our other favourite brands that fit the bill: including Dickies, Stan Ray and Uniform Bridge.
If you just wanna skim and get your workwear 'fits ASAP, here are our highlights:
- The Cargos: Relaxed Fit Cargo Joggers, £119
- The Overshirt: Relaxed Fit Dixon Corduroy Shirt, £129
- The Sweater Layer: Relaxed Fit American Script Sweatshirt, £85
- The Jacket: Detroit Jacket, £199
- The Beanie: Acrylic Watch Hat, £19
Cargos & Trousers
THE staple Workwear piece, Cargos & Work Pants pretty much make up the outfit, so without a hardwearing pair to stand the test of time, you'll struggle to nail the look.
Luckily, we've got Cargos and Pants in all cuts and colours, embellished with pockets and hammer loops galore, so you can chose the fit that works for you.
Overshirts
Not just your average jacket, the Overshirt trend is on the rise... like we thought it could get any bigger. Designers have flocked to them, each giving them their own signature twist.
A cross between a shirt and a jacket, they're ideal because you can wear them over a tee and under a jacket, meaning they work perfectly for all seasons.
Carhartt WIP's Overshirts are often characterised by their relaxed fit, military influence and multiple pocket design, making it the ideal workwear layering piece.
Jackets & Coats
Another staple that takes it cue from workwear, classic Carhartt designs, and perhaps the most notable from the (workwear) portfolio, the Detroit Jacket is a nod toward the brands reputation for toughness.
It's a style worn by an array of trendy A-Listers, both on the big screen, including Matthew Mcconaughey in Interstellar and Matt Leblanc, and on the street- spotted regularly on the likes of Brooklyn Beckham, Austin Butler and Kanye West.
The Detroit Jacket reboot that comes around every season is a slick, durable chore coat crafted from a hardy cotton canvas, characterised by it's corduroy collar.
It's a style that die-hard Carhartt WIP fans can never get enough of, which is why it comes in a winter and a summer design.
But, if the Detroit Jacket isn't for you, there are so many other options to chose from.
Must-Have Accessories
Acrylic Watch Hat ring a bell? Yeah, they're trending pretty hard right now. Luckily, we've got them in a range of different colourways.. or if the watch hat isn't your bag. Carhartt WIP have loads of other Hats & Caps to chose from.
Another sought after accessory is the workwear crossbody. Gone are the days of carry loose change in your pockets.
Looking for other brands to complete workwear the look?
Dickies:
Crafting Workwear fits since 1922, Dickies is another Jack-of-all-Trades brand with Work Pants, Overshirts and timeless wardrobe staples. Drawing on its workwear heritage as well as street and skate styles, they certainly know what they're doing.
Shop our Dickies Collection
Stan Ray:
Tried and true since '72, Stan Ray are another tough, hardwearing brand, with OG Painter pants, Prison Overshirts and apparel designed for wear and movement.
Shop our Stan Ray Collection
Uniform Bridge:
Expertly crafted in Korea, Uniform Bridge take inspiration from vintage military styles. So, we're talking neutral colourways, Fatigue Pants and relaxed fit Smock Jackets.
Shop our Uniform Bridge Collection
