Workwear: all Lafont professional equipment by trade
A well-chosen workwear protects you, keeps you at ease and supports you throughout the day. Depending on your job, you may need sturdy trousers, a warm jacket, full coveralls or a specific uniform. Lafont, a French brand of comfortable workwear, equips craftsmen, construction, and industry, from structural to finishing works and maintenance. Here you'll find the main families of men's and women's outfits, materials adapted to every need, and tips for good equipment. Here’s how to compose the work outfit suited to your activity.
How to choose your workwear?
The right equipment first depends on your activity and your environment. A builder, a mechanic and a maintenance agent don’t face the same constraints or risks. You gain in comfort and safety when your uniform precisely meets the requirements of your role. Lafont organizes its ranges by product family and by sector to help you build your complete gear set.
The main families of professional workwear
Several main families meet all needs. Trousers, jackets and coveralls form the core of most outfits, completed by shorts and softshells depending on the season. T-shirts, polos and work sweaters bring daily comfort and are often worn even outside work. For hazardous environments, high visibility clothing and multinorm models meet specific safety needs. Accessories like vests and rain jackets complete the outfit as the season demands. This diversity lets you gear up head to toe according to your real needs, leaving nothing to chance.
The right equipment for each sector
Each sector requires a tailored answer. In construction and crafts, ruggedness and protection come first, with reinforcements at friction points. For industry and maintenance, mechanical resistance and freedom of movement are priorities in physical roles, with materials that withstand repeated industrial washing. Workshops and building sites demand reinforced knees and elbows, as well as multiple pockets to keep tools close at hand. Here are the criteria to keep in mind for any job.
- Protection suitable for your job’s risks
- Comfort and freedom of movement for a full day
- Material resistance in your work environment
- Care: domestic or industrial laundering as needed
- Professional image projected by your uniform
Materials and standards to know
The material determines the comfort and durability of your clothes. Polycotton is the classic, blending the breathability of cotton with polyester's strength. Pure cotton is suitable for warm settings and jobs exposed to flame. Ripstop fabric resists tearing, while stretch brings ease to demanding postures. For lasting equipment, work trousers are a great example of material choices for each use.
Standards regulate the safety of certain uniforms and show Lafont's commitment to safety and quality. EN 17353 certifies the visibility of the wearer for moderate risk work like warehouses or marked sites, with specific requirements for reflective surfaces. EN 14404 relates to knee protection with pads in knee pockets. Other standards exist for chemical, thermal or electrostatic risk environments, such as multinorm garments or ATEX. Checking these certifications guarantees your clothing really protects—not just on paper. Employers who equip teams must also ensure proper compliance of provided uniforms.
Workwear for men and women
Good workwear adapts to the wearer’s body. Men’s workwear prefers straight, rugged fits meant to withstand tough days. Women’s workwear is designed for the female body, with better ergonomics at the waist and hips. For a long time, women’s professional outfits were just shrunken, ill-fitted men's designs. Today, they are planned from the outset for field work and comfort, with dedicated fits.
Size matters as much as shape. Lafont offers a wide range of sizes, including plus sizes, so that everyone can find suitable clothing with no compromise on comfort. Work jackets come in several fits to suit all body shapes. Good fitting workwear lasts longer and suits all your movements.
Lafont expertise: expert in workwear since 1844
Choosing Lafont means picking a brand that’s been kitting out professionals for more than a century. Our story began with the bleu de travail, the iconic garment worn by generations of workers and artisans, and continues today in technical collections for every construction and industrial trade. This heritage feeds our high standards for every seam and detail.
Beyond quality, we follow a responsible approach guiding our fabric and manufacturing choices, because durable workwear doesn’t need frequent replacement. Our ranges suit every budget and level of use, from occasional troubleshooting to heavy daily work. We work hand in hand with professionals in the field to evolve our designs according to real-world feedback. Whether you’re equipping a single person or a whole team, you'll find a consistent, durable, field-ready solution at Lafont.
Who provides workwear in a company?
This question often pops up among employers and employees. When workwear is classed as personal protective equipment, the employer must provide it for free to employees. This is the case with hi-vis uniforms, flame-resistant clothing, or any safety gear dictated by job hazards. Worker protection is not optional; it’s a legal duty.
The employer is also responsible for maintaining and renewing these uniforms when mandatory. For you, this means team outfitting is both a legal necessity and a real brand asset. A coherent, quality uniform protects staff, builds team spirit and refines your company image for clients. Wondering about all the benefits of a tailored work outfit? Read why wear workwear for a real-world difference. Ready to kit out your team? Browse the Lafont collection and compose the professional look that fulfills all your needs and ambitions.
