Carhartt has come a long way since its humble beginnings in 1889, when founder Hamilton Carhartt started out with just four sewing machines and five employees. Carhartt began producing uniforms and other essentials for US servicemen, along with overalls in duck canvas and heavy-duty denim for railway workers, quickly gaining a reputation for its quality American workwear.
Fast forward a few years, and the pioneering American menswear label crossed the pond, creating its now-iconic Carhartt Work In Progress (WIP) brand. Remaining true to its workwear heritage and commitment to quality, Carhartt WIP tapped into its relationship with art, music, and skateboarding subcultures of the 80s and 90s, becoming a cult favourite amongst its menswear audience, including sneakerheads, skaters, and dads alike - some say it's a streetwear brand by accident.
Continuing to prove its "honest value for honest dollar" ethos, the Carhartt WIP menswear collection at UrlfreezeShops offers an array of workwear-inspired pieces, from the Chase sweats to the iconic double-knee pants, Detroit jackets, and chinos, where its inherent ruggedness is ever-present. Throw on one of the label’s vests for a skate-meets-utilitarian look, or wind down in one of the brand’s coveted graphic t-shirts, all signed off with the signature Carhartt Chase or American Script embroidered logos.
Further cementing its place in history, Carhartt WIP shares its love of utilitarian streetwear with other like-minded enthusiasts. The latest collaboration being with Awake NY. Mixing the former label’s utilitarian design codes with Awake NY's fresh, feel-good energy, the duo captured the spirit and sensibility of their American homeland. Other collaborations include global brands such as Patta and Neighborhood, spiralling the male audience to unimaginable new heights.
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