Carhartt
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Carhartt
An American workwear brand known for duck canvas jackets, double knee pants, chore coats, and durable utility clothing.
History
Carhartt was founded in 1889 by Hamilton Carhartt to make durable clothing for railroad workers. It became a workwear staple and later crossed into streetwear, vintage, and fashion markets.
Description
Carhartt produces jackets, pants, overalls, shirts, hats, flame resistant workwear, and accessories. Carhartt WIP, a separate fashion oriented line, expanded the brand's streetwear presence.
Trend focus
Detroit jackets, double knees, active jackets, chore coats, faded canvas, workwear resale, and streetwear crossover.
Where it is sold
Carhartt is sold through carhartt.com, workwear stores, farm and outdoor retailers, department stores, Carhartt WIP channels, and resale markets.
Editorial note: This record is maintained as a practical resale reference for identification, market context, and brand literacy.