Carhartt WIP was founded in 1994 as an evolution of the workwear brand created in the United States a century earlier. Based on the most classic work garments, Carhartt WIP has built its relationship with subcultures and music to bring them into new contexts.
In 1889, Hamilton Carhartt founded his own workwear brand, originally created for railroad workers, a heritage reflected in some of the logos used during the brand’s early decades. Throughout its history, Carhartt became a symbol of durable, hard-wearing garments designed specifically for workers.
Its exceptional resistance and rugged aesthetic reached various urban subcultures during the 1980s, when punk, rap, and hardcore communities adopted Carhartt as their uniform. These scenes recognized that Carhartt was the only brand capable of withstanding their demanding lifestyles.
CARHARTT WIP SINCE 1994
Carhartt WIP (Work In Progress) emerged in the 1990s, when Edwin Faeh identified the brand’s strong connection to street culture and began developing new collections based on the original American workwear, positioning Carhartt WIP in an entirely new context.
The brand reintroduced iconic silhouettes such as the Bib Overall, OG Active Jacket, Michigan Coat, and Detroit Jacket, while continuing to evolve through collaborations with brands like Converse, Undercover, Patta, A.P.C., and Sacai.
CARHARTT WIP AT FOOTDISTRICT
At FOOTDISTRICT, we understand the principles, culture, and identity behind Carhartt WIP. With this in mind, we have curated a selection of the brand’s most iconic and powerful garments and accessories, alongside its latest innovations and contemporary trends.
