There’s “fashion” and then there’s well-made menswear guided by the dual principles of design and function. We’re proud to report that Universal Works makes the latter. Founded in 2009 by a veteran of the apparel industry, the pieces in Universal Works collections take heavy inspiration from working-class heritage and underpin them with contemporary aesthetics. The Bakers Chore Jacket is a fresh take on a UW staple that was designed as a tribute to the founder’s father—a hardworking man who relied on similar pieces of workwear his whole life. Only this time around it’s built with a waxed cotton outer perfect for when a midday rain shower catches you by surprise.
