All articles tagged with #workwear
Despite the decline of blue-collar jobs in the US, workwear remains a dominant fashion trend. The article explores the historical roots of items like jeans and Dr. Martens, tracing their origins to mining, military, and maritime industries. It highlights how artists and post-war culture popularized these garments, leading to a modern obsession with brands that emulate utilitarian aesthetics without the original functional purpose.
Banana Republic teams with La Ligne for a 36-piece fall workwear collection that fuses Banana Republic’s archival tailoring with La Ligne’s signature stripes. Prices range from $20 to $1,500, with launches on September 9 at select Banana Republic stores and bananarepublic.gap.com. The line includes pieces from striped tees and drapey suiting to suede coats and versatile staples, designed for easy dress-up or down wear.
Meghan Markle made a stylish statement at SXSW by subverting traditional workwear with a pinstripe silk button-up "Husband shirt" and matching maxi skirt from Giuliva Heritage, showcasing a more casual yet professional look. Paired with minimal accessories and Valentino pointy-toed slides, her outfit reflected the fall 2024 workwear trends while adding a touch of Santa Barbara casual elegance, making a case for flowing skirt sets in the office.
Carhartt launches a new women's collection, featuring sweatshirts and T-shirts made with TENCEL-branded fibers, in an effort to offer clothes specifically designed for women who work in the trades, such as construction. The new line aims to address the different needs of women, focusing on comfort, fit, and style, while maintaining the brand's reputation for quality and durability. The shirts are available in various colors and are priced between $25 and $60, with plans to expand the women's product line further later this year.