Carhartt WIP Vests & Gilets

Carhartt WIP represents the 1994 European reinterpretation of America's quintessential workwear brand, translating century-old utilitarian designs for a street-savvy audience without sacrificing the durability that made the original Detroit label legendary. Their vest collection perfectly embodies this evolution—maintaining the functional DNA of genuine job site equipment while incorporating subtle refinements for contemporary urban environments.

From the iconic duck canvas utility vest with its strategic pocket placement to quilted insulated options that reference vintage outdoor gear, WIP's sleeveless offerings deliver core warmth without restricting mobility. Each piece features the brand's signature attention to material selection—whether heavyweight cotton canvas that breaks in rather than breaks down, or technical fabrics that add weather resistance without compromising the brand's workwear credibility.

Carhartt WIP vests occupy that rare position between genuine functionality and cultural relevance—equally at home layered through Michigan winters as they are navigating European city centers. Through thoughtful modernization of classic silhouettes and steadfast commitment to quality construction, these pieces represent authentic workwear heritage filtered through a street culture lens—creating garments that serve practical purpose while carrying the visual language of both industrial America and contemporary urban environments.