Mens Workwear Trend

Niels, Paris, France asks
Question: I’ve heard several times now about a “rustic workwear” trend.
Apparently, dressing up as a plumber, blue-collar worker, farmer, etc. is
“in”. Does this mean I can actually wear my overalls outside?

Answer:

Like every other form of clothing specifically made for particular activities, whether it is for sports or work or any other specific use, such clothes were always a great inspiration for clothing designers. After all, what are jeans other than piece of clothes specifically made for work.

It is for sure that gone are the days when blue collar workwear was just that. In addition to embrace by fashion world and some celebrities like hip-hop performers, workwear’s comfort and durability are also responsible that over the years workwear became a strong casual-wear look. Think Timberland boots, carpenter-style pants, Carhartt, Dickies, Merrell clothes, even some creations by brands like Diesel or Energie.

With all this said, wearing workwear in it’s stale condition is not acceptable even if you are pursuing “rustic workwear” look. Like every other clothes made only by need, it must be redesigned to be wearable. All in all, you surely shouldn’t wear your overalls outside.

Speaking of “rustic workwear” trend we must say that it is only that, a (passing) trend. And it was very hot streetwear look in 2003 more than today. This season even in streetwear arena it is allready a worn-out look.