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Dickies

Since its humble beginnings in 1922, Dickies has prided itself on the build quality and toughness of its products – kitting out workers all around the globe with sturdy gear that can stand up to a thrashing.

Woven from a heavy-duty cotton canvas, the Brookview Jacket is a true workwear classic and modern menswear essential all rolled into one.

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Universal Works

After spending 10 years at Paul Smith and a further five at Maharishi, David Keyte made the decision to start his own clothing line. Inspired by the idea of creating well-made, easy-to-wear clothes for men and eschewing trends in favour of timeless style, he set up Universal Works.

The chore jacket – or Baker’s Jacket as UW calls it – has long been one of the label’s signature pieces. In an orange, Scottish wax cotton, this vibrant option is a subtle nod to road worker styles, fortunately without the glow-in-the-dark patches.

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Filson

Originally established to cater for prospectors passing through the northwestern states during the Klondike Gold Rush, Filson has been churning out some of the finest outdoor gear around since 1897.

With a grand total of nine pockets and woven from naturally water-repellent virgin wool, the Mackinaw Cruiser jacket from this heritage US label is the ultimate in durable style.

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The Idle Man

If you’re recruiting up-to-the-minute styles at price points that won’t leave you eating instant noodles for the remainder of the month, then independent e-tailer The Idle Man should be your first port of call. With an ever-changing range, spanning everything from trend-led, seasonal pieces to bona fide wardrobe essentials, this online retail mecca is the perfect place to get yourself equipped.

Look out for its signature chore jackets with classic detailing at a fraction of the price of the competition.