CARHARTT – Pioneers in Workwear

Throughout the last century, and still today, Carhartt have been seen as an inimitable symbol of innovative, hard wearing workwear. Hailed as pioneers in their field since 1889, Carhartt have long since been acknowledged as a leader in the development of protection and comfort for manual labourers working long and hard hours in harsh conditions all around the world.

A Brief History Of Carhartt

Founder, Hamilton Carhartt established his first factory, the Detroit Overall Company, in 1889. Carhartt saw a real, unmet need in the production of ‘workpieces’ for the growing railroad and engineering industry of the time. The technology available to this industry was still in its infancy, and vast improvements were yet to be made to employee protection with the advent of PPE. Hamilton was a true innovator and created designs and materials that were far more advanced than any of his competitors.

He produced the highest quality, heavy duty items for those who needed clothing that could withstand the toughest conditions and had the resilience to last. The company quickly grew and by the beginning of the 20th century, Carhartt had created an entire line of workwear for the manual labourer. They had also developed long-lasting relationships with the majority of tradespeople in Detroit and beyond.

The Carhartt Of Today

Carhartt continues to provide fabulous garments, with a fit that is comfortable, reliable and of outstanding quality. Nowadays, their designs are inspired by modern streetwear and businesswear. Their evolution over the years, through their pursuit of perfection, enables Carhartt to offer a collection of perfectly balanced garments that suit all needs in all environments.

The company today is based on the same values of integrity, hard work, and respect as they were in 1889 – they continue to provide the highest quality garments to men and women all around the world, from contractors and engineers, to professionals and beyond.

The Carhartt Legacy

With its continuous evolution, Carhartt is no longer an exclusively American brand – it is now an international brand, with a presence in over 30 countries. Carhartt is respected for its passion for human comfort, for the quality of its products, for its commitment to promoting social justice and for its environmental stewardship. By exhibiting its values of integrity, hard work, service, and respect, Carhartt continues to succeed.

Going Strong Since 1889

More than a century later, Carhartt is still providing the same quality workwear that was designed and developed by Hamilton Carhartt when he first established his factory in 1889. Of course, the technology behind the fabric manufacturing process has changed tremendously, but Carhartt still produces some of its clothing using the same processes and ideals that were established throughout their rich history.

The evolution of the brand is proof that Carhartt still remains committed to producing the highest quality garments and providing them to the people who need them. The company’s passion for innovation, respect for their customers and understanding of the world they inhabit has seen them become an inimitable symbol of workwear.