Heritage Workwear

Discover the authenticity and sustainability of Lafont workwear combining exceptional fabrics, expertise and style timeless tribute to the French workwear heritage. These iconic work clothes continue to inspire admiration, from the working world to contemporary fashion.

What is authentic workwear?

A authentic workwear above all, it's a garment designed to last. At Lafont, this translates into the use of high-quality, durable materials and highly resistant fabrics such as thick moleskin or the corduroy reinforced to resist wear and tear. Largeot Lafont and the moleskin work jacket. They embody this heritage: a cut designed for freedom of movement, robustness against machine tools, and ease of care. These garments are not simply durable: they are designed for professional use! Wearing traditional workwear means embracing timeless quality, now adapted for all uses, from the construction site to everyday life.

Why are moleskin and corduroy iconic materials in workwear?

There moleskin was chosen for the first Lafont work jackets for its unparalleled strength. It is the flagship material of workwear clothing. Its tight cotton weave creates a thick, virtually indestructible fabric, impervious to wear and splashes. A symbol of traditional workwear, there prussian blue moleskin. It has clothed generations of artisans, right up to the present day, who sought comfort, warmth, and durability. Corduroy for its part, it is appealing because of its flexible and robust structure, ideal for jackets and work pants while adding a touch of vintage elegance to the silhouette. These easy-care fabrics resist dirt and retain their appearance even after numerous washes.
Today, wearing a Lafont garment in moleskin or corduroy is not only choosing a sustainable clothing and versatile, but also displaying a strong style inspired by French working-class heritage.

What is the history of workwear in France? What place does Lafont occupy in this heritage?

At the origin of workwear, there is one brand: Adolphe Lafont. In the 19th century, industrialization revolutionized society, creating new clothing needs. It was in Lyon that Adolphe Lafont invented, for his artisan grandfather, the very first first overalls and the “blue Lafont", creating the first workwear designed specifically for protection and comfort.
Over the decades, the brand has provided the working class with a range of jackets and wide-legged trousers (largeot Lafont), overalls, and clothing that is both functional and durable, adapted to each profession. Lafont has managed to maintain its undisputed claim to the title of pioneer of the authentic blue workwear, becoming a classic in men's and women's wardrobes, with an unchanging pattern evolving over time, and faithful to its values: durability, safety and practicality.
Today, influencing fashion and appearing in all spheres has become second nature for these iconic pieces, from the workshops to the catwalks. Tradition shakes up the rules and offers timeless pieces where the french workwear heritage it is still expressed and lived.