{"product_id":"vintage-french-workwear-jacket-xl","title":"Vintage French Workwear Jacket - XL","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"303\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"10\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molinel\u003cbr data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"21\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"34\"\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e French Chore Coat \/ Work Jacket\u003cbr data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"69\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"69\" data-end=\"78\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e XL\u003cbr data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"103\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"118\"\u003ePit to Pit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23.5\"\u003cbr data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"139\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"150\"\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25.5\u003cbr data-start=\"168\" data-end=\"171\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"182\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grey\u003cbr data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"190\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"204\"\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=\"305\" data-end=\"631\"\u003eA classic vintage \u003cstrong data-start=\"323\" data-end=\"334\"\u003eMolinel\u003c\/strong\u003e French chore coat finished in a versatile grey colourway. Dating from approximately the late 1990s to early 2000s, this piece comes from one of France's best-known workwear manufacturers and embodies the timeless utility-focused design that has made French workwear highly sought after worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003eFounded in 1845, \u003cstrong data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"661\"\u003eMolinel\u003c\/strong\u003e has been producing durable garments for French workers for well over a century, supplying industries ranging from manufacturing and engineering to construction and transport. Their reputation was built on producing hard-wearing, practical clothing capable of standing up to demanding working environments while maintaining comfort and functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003eThis jacket features the traditional chore coat silhouette with concealed front fastening, multiple utility pockets, and durable cotton twill construction throughout. The subtle yellow Molinel branding on the collar and chest pocket adds an authentic touch while remaining understated, allowing the clean design and quality construction to speak for themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003eFrench chore coats first became standard issue for mechanics, craftsmen, railway workers, and factory employees throughout France during the early 20th century. Their practical pocket layout, comfortable fit, and durable fabric made them essential workwear, while their simple design has since influenced countless modern brands including Carhartt WIP, Universal Works, A.P.C., Engineered Garments, and Drake's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003eThis example retains all the details collectors and workwear enthusiasts look for, including its authentic French manufacture, concealed placket design, practical pocket arrangement, and clean industrial aesthetic. The neutral grey colourway offers a slightly more understated alternative to the classic French blue, making it incredibly easy to style with denim, cargos, fatigues, or contemporary streetwear pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2489\"\u003eOriginal French workwear continues to grow in popularity as genuine examples become increasingly difficult to source. Whether worn oversized for a relaxed modern fit or incorporated into a heritage-inspired wardrobe, this is a timeless piece with genuine European workwear heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"French Workwear","offers":[{"title":"XL","offer_id":54060764430677,"sku":"Jk86","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/0031\/9573\/files\/IMG_2253.jpg?v=1780496096","url":"https:\/\/www.rustandthread.com\/products\/vintage-french-workwear-jacket-xl","provider":"Rust And Thread","version":"1.0","type":"link"}