{"product_id":"vintage-french-workwear-jacket-m-4","title":"Vintage French Workwear Jacket - M","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"329\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"10\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage French Workwear\u003cbr data-start=\"34\" data-end=\"37\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"50\"\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e French Chore Coat \/ Work Jacket\u003cbr data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"85\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"94\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003cbr data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"122\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"137\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003ePit to Pit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23.5\"\u003cbr data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"158\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"169\"\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28\"\u003cbr data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"190\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"201\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e French Blue\u003cbr data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"216\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"230\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-owned item in loose condition, so signs of wear may be present. Please check photos carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"600\"\u003eA classic vintage French workwear chore coat finished in the iconic deep French blue colourway. Dating from approximately the 1990s to early 2000s, this piece represents the continuation of a workwear tradition that has been a staple of French industry for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003eFeaturing a concealed button front, practical utility pockets, durable cotton twill construction, and an embroidered industrial logo patch to the chest, this jacket was originally designed for everyday use in workshops, factories, warehouses, and industrial settings. The simple yet highly functional design is what has made French chore coats some of the most sought-after vintage workwear garments on the market today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003eFrench work jackets first rose to prominence in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, becoming standard issue for mechanics, engineers, railway workers, craftsmen, and factory employees across France. Constructed from hard-wearing cotton twill and traditionally finished in vibrant blue tones, they were designed to withstand years of daily wear while remaining practical and comfortable. Their timeless silhouette has since inspired countless modern brands including Carhartt WIP, Universal Works, A.P.C., Engineered Garments, and Drake's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003eThis example retains all the details collectors look for, including its authentic French-made construction, rich blue colour, utility-focused design, and unique embroidered chest branding which adds extra character and industrial heritage. The clean lines and versatile fit make it easy to style with denim, cargos, fatigues, or contemporary streetwear pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"2269\"\u003eFrench chore coats continue to grow in popularity as original examples become harder to source, particularly those that maintain their strong colour and classic workwear styling. Whether worn oversized for a relaxed modern fit or as part of a traditional workwear-inspired wardrobe, this is a timeless piece with genuine European heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"French Workwear","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":54060735103317,"sku":"Jk85","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/0031\/9573\/files\/IMG_2242.jpg?v=1780495216","url":"https:\/\/www.rustandthread.com\/products\/vintage-french-workwear-jacket-m-4","provider":"Rust And Thread","version":"1.0","type":"link"}