Carhartt vs Carhartt WIP: What's the Difference?

Same name, same roots, two different brands. How Carhartt WIP differs from the original American workwear line, and the pieces worth knowing.

Carhartt WIP AW26: Small Things, Done Properly

The latest Carhartt WIP drop has landed in Yarm and online, and the pieces we keep reaching for are the small ones. A shoulder bag that handles the weather. A tee with a bit of...

How to Wear Penny Loafers Without Looking Like You're Off to the Office

The penny loafer used to mean school shoes and office floors. Not anymore. Worn right, it is the easiest way to make jeans, workwear and sweats look like you thought about it, without trying too...

Men's Gifts Under £50 That Feel Like More

Cash doesn't go far these days, and it is forgotten by the weekend. A small, good thing he actually uses says a lot more. Here is what we would buy for under £50, whether it...

The Carhartt WIP OG Active Jacket, Explained

Some jackets come and go with the season. The Active Jacket has been around since 1975, and it is still one of the first things people ask for when the weather turns. Here is what...

How to Layer for a North East Winter

A North East winter is not one temperature. It is a cold morning, a warm shop, a wet walk back to the car and a pub with the heating on full. One big coat cannot...

Where to Buy Carhartt WIP in the North East

Carhartt WIP has flagship stores in London, Manchester and cities across Europe, but if you're in Teesside, the nearest one is a long drive. You can buy online, of course, but a Detroit Jacket fits...

How to Spot Fake Carhartt WIP

The more popular a brand gets, the more copies turn up, and Carhartt WIP is now one of the most faked names in menswear. Marketplace listings, social media ads and resale apps are full of...

How to Wash and Care for Carhartt WIP

Carhartt WIP is built to last, but how you wash it makes a big difference to how it ages. Look after it properly and a Detroit Jacket or pair of Single Knees will get better...

Is Carhartt WIP Worth It?

We sell it, so you'd expect us to say yes. What we'll tell you is where the money goes, which pieces earn their price, and when it's not the right buy. What you're paying for...

Carhartt vs Carhartt WIP: What's the Difference?

Same logo, same canvas, same heritage. So why does a Carhartt WIP jacket look and fit so differently from the Carhartt you see on building sites? They're two separate brands that grew from one root,...

How to Break In a Carhartt WIP Detroit Jacket

A new Detroit can feel like it's wearing you. The canvas is stiff, the shoulders hold their shape, and the sleeves don't quite bend where your arms do. That's how it should be. It's also...

Is the Carhartt WIP OG Active Jacket Warm Enough for Winter?

It looks like a workwear jacket, not a winter coat, so it's a fair question. The answer for most people in the UK is yes, with a sensible layer underneath. Here's what's doing the work,...

Does the Carhartt WIP Detroit Jacket Run Big?

It's the question we get asked most over the counter, and the one people search before buying online. The short answer: it's not that it runs big, it's that it's meant to look that way....

Where Are Duke + Dexter Shoes Made? A Guide to D+D Craftsmanship

If you're considering investing in a pair of Duke + Dexter shoes, you might want to know more than simply how they look. Where are Duke + Dexter shoes made? What materials do they use?...