Is Carhartt WIP Ripping YOU Off? | Carhartt VS Work In Progress

Carhartt WIP Work In Progress T Shirt Hoodie Jacket Men's Fall Winter F/W Haul VS Carhartt Workwear Cargo Pants Chinos Try On Review + Comparison
Carhartt
K87 Workwear Tee: amzn.to/3l0R2mF
Midweight Hoodie: amzn.to/30TJOKe
Ripstop Flannel-Lined Shirt Jacket: amzn.to/3nFRbNZ
Rigby Cargo Pant: amzn.to/3kZOKUC
Work Khaki Chino Pant: amzn.to/3DEKaCB
Work In Progress (WIP)
Orbit Graphic T Shirt: bit.ly/3r2qCEA
Runner Graphic Hoodie: bit.ly/30T2BVL
Michigan Coat: bit.ly/3FVNZnR
Aviation Cargo Pant: bit.ly/3nFGxXA
Sid Chino Pant: bit.ly/3HO3saW
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Time Stamps:
0:00 Intro
0:12 Carhartt 101
2:07 Carhartt Tee VS WIP Tee
4:53 Carhartt Hoodie VS WIP Hoodie
7:25 Carhartt Jacket VS WIP Jacket
10:38 Carhartt Cargo Pants VS WIP Cargo Pants
13:29 Carhartt Chino VS WIP Chino
16:26 Final Results!
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[@MensFashionFiles]

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[@DressForAfrica]

Only thing I ever owned from Carhatt is a pair of socks that I bought on sale, about 3 years ago. Wear them maybe once every week, still look good as new. That says a lot about their quality, top notch. Not really a fan of stuff you featured here though. Cheers

[@zncuentertainment712]

Team Carhartt all the way

[@Dilomski]

OG Carhartt all day, baby!

[@mariagutierrez3018]

I Love my Carharrt hoodie so much I plan in buying more. I love it more than my Champion Power blend and Reverse weave even though I love them too Carharrt is more warm to me I think well last me for many years

[@Dirt-McGerk]

I was in the original carhartt workwear store in Detroit 2 years ago and as a Dutchman I couldn't believe how much cheaper all that awesome gear was. Over here we mainly know the 'streetwear'/WIP side of carhartt, which of course has some beautiful designs. But the workwear fabrics feel much heavier and durable as well. I bought a stack of 11$ heavy cotton t-shirts that still get a lot of wear.

[@crack61616]

levis the same...usa 60bucks ..here 119euro.import fees probably.

[@solesurvivor1142]

@@crack61616 Don´t think so. They are probably being produced in the same places (vietnam, bangladesh etc.) and directly delivered to their target countries

[@njclutter]

I legitimately love the fact that one of your test was lifting your arms up. It’s hard to find quality with functionality and that’s why I prefer work clothing brands like Carhartt. Love the brand Duluth too!

[@MensFashionFiles]

Good to hear that! It's hard to beat Carhartt when it comes to functionality. Haven't tried Duluth yet but will check them out

[@danylol772]

Oh man, you're gonna love acronym but I warn you of their prices

[@EngineeringGoneWild]

Learned so much about Carhartt's interesting history from your video! Living in Akron, I really need clothes that don't draw attention and can keep me warm so definitely going to pick up some for Christmas.

[@MensFashionFiles]

FBI, this guy right here ☝☝

[@0Gaaby]

Your videos are so well done. Great attention to details and you bring everything we need to know about the garments WELL DONE

[@MensFashionFiles]

Thanks brother!!

[@fairlyfashionablefella8645]

They're well done because he ripped off "brave new wear" video

[@mosesk8568]

Best review on youtube. Been waiting for a detailed WIP vs Carhartt video for a long time

[@MensFashionFiles]

Appreciate you brother!

[@steveath2957]

Been waiting for this review forever! Thanks 🙌

[@Keviekev115]

Crazy how clothes fit can change everything!! Side by side its like a youtube influencer to a construction manager/worker

[@cecylinzey5390]

Appreciate all the work that went into this video!!

[@ReallyThatGuy8]

Way to leave no stone unturned. Your meticulousness is appreciated.

[@MensFashionFiles]

Glad to hear that!

[@maxlumens9085]

Glad to see a man who wears his clothes and knows what they're designed for. Men like you are what built this company and hopefully they will see this and keep following your lead so we can keep building everything for tomorrow.

[@danylol772]

It's not that deep bro

[@maxlumens9085]

@@danylol772 jokes usually aren't.

[@danylol772]

@@maxlumens9085 jokes are supposed to be funny

[@maxlumens9085]

@@danylol772 humor is subjective.

[@danylol772]

@@maxlumens9085 logic, is not. And even if you don't find something funny, at least you can logically see it was a joke, this wasn't

[@nickcerentos2044]

The details in this video! I've never bought anything from WIP before because I always thought it was way overpriced. Anything streetwear related is. I still think Carhartt workwear is all you need in life.

[@MensFashionFiles]

cant go wrong with that 👌

[@TheRoyalFreshness69]

wow -- this is the awsome in-depth review I like to see!!

[@MensFashionFiles]

glad my video helped you out!

[@ltchargers2117]

You should be comparing the same gear from WIP and mainline. You're comparing two different items even though they're in the same category (t-shirt, jacket, pant). WIP Pocket T vs Mainline Pocket T or WIP Detroit Jacket vs Mainline Detroit Jacket. WIP also has many designations for their clothing such as regular and loose fit and winter, spring and OG version. Your Michigan Chore Coat is the spring version with no lining so it is going to be much thinner whereas winter versions will have the blanket or fleece/quilted lining. You're only getting ripped off if you don't look for deals. If you routinely buy full price and some things like their shorts or certain pants then it is not worth it. WIP prices are far more reasonable and of higher quality than other mainstream streetwear brands as well as not being an in-your-face brand. People who need Carhartt for labor should not be buying WIP because WIP focuses more on fashion with more fitted looks. Mainline is also much bigger and with a boxy fit so not everyone can wear it well even if it is cheaper. If someone can fit in the mainline jackets and look good in it then they should stick with mainline. WIP prices are much higher in the US because of imports since WIP is a European brand. If you looked at the pricing at European retailers, it is cheaper and WIP USA actually lowered the prices on some of their popular shirts like the Pocket and Chase Tee. Those are now priced at $38 and $48 compared to $48 and $55. The Chase Hoodie also used to be $108 and is now $98. Still not cheap but more reasonable and definitely worth it with discounts. Also it is pretty rare for a streetwear brand to lower prices on some of their best-selling gear. WIP also has more unique designs and colors that mainline doesn't have so sometimes it is worth paying more for that uniqueness. Even WIP USA sales have been pretty solid the last few years with discounts as high as 65% on some of their most popular jackets. I see you bought from Nordstrom which also has WIP on sale sometimes but you can also find WIP gear routinely on sale throughout the year on many online streetwear boutiques such as .END, Steadbrook, Mr. Porter, Urban Industries, Bodega. You can get 20%-25% off routinely or even more depending on the holiday. There should be little reason to buy WIP at full price considering how popular it is in the streetwear world and how many stores carry it. In the end, mainline and WIP shouldn't really be compared 1:1 unless it's the same style/name. But even then it can still be picked apart because they're both different entities with different consumers and goals. Like with any streetwear brand, the pricing isn't always the best but there are lots of great items that are worth buying even at full price.

[@jahnuth9429]

:)

[@steveath2957]

WIP and carhartt are different entities but it's nice to see a comparison on how the fit differs

[@MensFashionFiles]

You make a lot of solid points. I admit this review wasn't 1:1 like the graphic tee vs pocket tee. There was some items that I had difficult finding in my size so I end up getting whatever I can get. Sales would definitely make WIP more worth it and if I didn't pay full price, I would lean towards the WIP over Carhartt for some of these items but me being impatient couldn't wait for a sale lol. And Yes, WIP and Carhartt are two different entities with different consumers and goals. I just thought itll be interesting to make a video and see the differences in term of material and fit. Appreciate your super thorough comment. Thanks for watching 🙂

[@bostonpops33]

This is exactly the comment I was going to make myself, thanks for saving me the hassle! As a Carhartt employee that wears WIP everyday to work I noticed a bunch of oddities in this video, most notably the fact that the comparisons were not apples to apples. The first thing he compared was the K87 with a graphic WIP print. The K87 is Carhartts heaviest and boxiest T, but he compared with a WIP regular fit tee. He actually should've compared it to a WIP Chase pocket tee as the Chase is loose fit where the pocket tee you mentioned is regular fit. He says the K87 doesn't fit him, but still recommends it in the end. That doesn't make sense, if something doesn't fit you, don't buy it! All in all, great video and I'm glad this dude put it out there. Thanks for the hype!

[@roianmikepuckering1019]

Hey man! Do you know where we can buy carhartt clothings that are on sale here in Scotland? Many thanks!

[@_all_around_us]

Just found your channel and I'm loving the content. Super helpful. Thank u!

[@MensFashionFiles]

Glad to hear that! Thanks for watching 🙂

[@bean2636]

I appreciate the work you put into your videos

[@MensFashionFiles]

thanks for watching!

[@Comic_Geek2001]

This makes a lot of sense, was looking to buy some work shirts and saw Carhartt WIP and was wondering why everything was overpriced and where the work shirts went😂 Your video is very great and informative. Carhartt is the only work shirt I wear but WIP has some cool designs. Gotta check ‘em sales out to see what they got!

[@MensFashionFiles]

yes sir! glad my video helped you out

[@Jsarson1976]

I always buy WIP there coats last 15 years there T-shirt still look new 3-4 years later and there durable, expensive but more stylish than the original.

[@lestagez]

and your getting …. wipped off.. buh dummmm tssss

[@jamesgallagher1992]

Great channel man..go into great detail...well done🤘🤘🤘

[@MensFashionFiles]

thanks brother!

[@georgek5506]

Greatest carhartt video out there, kudos my friend and thank you. Bought a week ago my third pair of double knee front, never WIP tho! Keep uploading these great vids bro!

[@MensFashionFiles]

Thanks brother!! Enjoy your double fronts and glad to hear my video is helping you out! 🙂

[@donmays]

this vid is sick, subscribed !

[@MensFashionFiles]

thanks for the support!!

[@Lim_]

Awesome comparison bro!

[@MensFashionFiles]

appreciate my man!

[@goob8945]

Excellent comparison, very indepth

[@theelectricant98]

Great video!

[@MensFashionFiles]

thanks Max!

[@arcadeblast4752]

Great video ❤

[@sugarsugarsosweet]

Love the detail and history. I always wonder why it was popular. Agree with your winners.

[@Itstheminiatureguy]

Really appreciate the video helped a lot

[@MensFashionFiles]

awesome!! good to hear that

[@87TV]

I appreciate this video

[@DetroitNinja]

The WIP is streamlined n have details that I like. Regular Carhartt looks sloppy. I prefer the WIP🎉

[@edwardchen5047]

Good video but alot of the items you don't compare like for like. Ie WIP Pocket t vs Mainline Pocket tee. Same for the Michigan coat.

[@cristopherramirez2368]

Cahartt wip is a ripoff tbh, literally any vintage Cahartt is much nicer or even the modern carhartt tooo

[@magnuscarlsenbutdumb]

I use my dads caharrt jacket that he got around 2000. Got it fixed like 5 times but still Holding on strong. Just need to fix the pocket right now

[@junreybrigoli5152]

Bro i agree..

[@patrickrohlfing6838]

One is for fashion and one is for actual work. Wip was made to cater to those buying it for fashion to avoid up charge in original wear.

[@BoldenFMA]

Its a grift lol. The upcharge for WIP is ridiculous, and I own pieces from both.

[@Sportdiva7]

We wear it in Detroit for durable clothing. We were wearing it way before it was fashionable. Lol

[@dextersuarez9948]

Being that I do alot of manual labor in my work life as well as in my personal life, I just buy workwear pieces, I do elsewhere in terms of brands when I buy things like selvedge denim, etc. However Carhartt workwear jackets are still some of the best for the price.

[@xamccormick]

I’m Carhartt WIP ALL DAY! I stay mostly away from the Graphic Tees and Graphic Hoodies, but I copped Winter Vests, Coats, Polos, I have mad pants and shorts. Son, WIP accessories: hat game is WIP’d up. Bags, cases, keychains. I love rocking slides and seeing Chase socks on my feet. Chase is not work wear🫠🫠🫠. It took a few tries before l got my size and fit right, but now, I love hurting ‘em with the matching sets. When Carhartt dropped the NFL HATS & MLB HATS!!! ☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️👈🏾

[@MensFashionFiles]

didnt know they had MLB hats, i gotta check them out!

[@BLAKERIDES]

Those were NFL hats were a Carhartt X ‘47 collab

[@timmspencer4632]

Carhartt wip is by far my favourite clothing brand

[@MensFashionFiles]

you got great taste!

[@achos5415]

Can you make a videos on hoddie/sweatshirt/zip up from GAP(brown) , carhart, stone island, nike as it’s winter season.

[@MensFashionFiles]

for sure, will add that to my list 👌 Thanks for the suggestion

[@achos5415]

@@MensFashionFiles Tysm ❤️

[@TheStyleGoat]

I’ve always been team carhartt cause they just do it right 🔥 it’s just so timeless and even though it is work wear, it still is so sleek and clean looking for the silhouette

[@MensFashionFiles]

True that. Carhartt really is more than a work wear brand

[@samtheham3187]

Hey, thinking of picking up the aviation pants. What height are you may I ask? I am about 5"4 and a half to 5"5 (short af). Wanted to pick up the pants but I don't know if 30 will look too baggy on me or not. I wanted 28 size but they do not offer it sadly.

[@clemente22021]

Never knew about WIP CARHARTT BUT I LOVE REGULAR CARHARTT

[@lennylennington]

The price difference for no reason is interesting. Makes you (not) wonder why you cannot find anything other than WIP here in France.

[@Kaito2.2]

The reason why the sleeve openings are too big is so that u can fit a sweater/jumpers sleeve all the way through so that it doesn’t stack up inside the jackets sleeves.

[@Lee-ic2yn]

Seems the WIP stuff is made with more attention to detail I just bought 2 WIP detroit jackets for less than the price of one so it's not bad at all

[@J.Sandhu2]

cut is everything

[@yardbird253]

I feel that the WIP line of Carhartt is a better fit for me while the Carhartt mainline runs larger in size. The mainline even in size small runs larger for me. I prefer the WIP

[@joshbrown1273]

Imo, wip focus more on the fit for a more modern cleaner look. For 2 different demographics

[@MensFashionFiles]

spot on

[@teedouble]

Ive never seen one drug dealer on the streets wearing carhartt. thats funny plus the "to keep warm" while selling drugs part.

[@alexsoto2175]

I enjoyed your videos. But we can not forget that Carhartt is made for work not for fashion. Since I work in the field, I am team Carhartt.

[@909_munoz]

I prefer regular carhartt but do like some of the stuff carhartt wip makes. Wish they did bigger sizes tho

[@MensFashionFiles]

agreed, slim fit seems like the trend now

[@AquaAguaWaterEau-DMP]

La coupe "slim" la tendance du moment (2023) chez Carhartt-wip ? NON, du tout !!!

[@beijingbikinikill8608]

I’ve only seen the WIPs in Japan. Wish we had both options.

[@AquaAguaWaterEau-DMP]

Disponible en EUROPE.

[@amandaburger3312]

Good video but if had choose do Carhartt clothing over Carhartt wip clothing's.

[@charlesanthony9186]

I think people sleep on getting their clothes tailored. It’s still cheaper even after is said an done. I just don’t like how big the collars are on the regular carhartt

[@airmaxaxel6737]

Great video and details. Literally this is the perfect way to do a review video, except I was disappointed in the items you were comparing. I came across your video because I was hoping to see if buying the regular carhartt pocket tee $17 vs the WIP pocket tee $38 that look exactly the same. Some of the items in the video weren’t comparable at all. But definitely going to subscribe, because I really like how you structure your content.

[@MensFashionFiles]

Appreciate that brother! I was also bummed because the WIP pocket tee was sold out when I was buying items to make this video. If it help, the WIP pocket tee material is the same as the one I show in this video so expect a smooth and soft fabric. For the fit, I'm confident that it is slimmer that the carhartt k87.

[@Sheilavlog]

Thanks for sharing this vedio

[@musicenjoyer420]

The thing is, in Europe we don't have the regular Carhartt nor does it ship here at ALL. I rather just get Carhartt WIP for almost double the price because it's worth it and gonna last me for years anyway

[@gratefulant2489]

Here in the uk there are plenty of online shops selling Carhartt work wear. I’m sure they will ship to anywhere In Europe.

[@alexfletcher9961]

Yes we do there is a carrhart warehouse in europe, they ship from Amsterdam

[@Asphodellife]

That's not true, at least here in Germany, The Netherlands , Belgium and UK there are lots of Carhart shops and ordering them online is not a problem. I wear Carhartt (and sometimes WIP) since the 90s.

[@toneps]

Is the wip active jac worth it also the double knees

[@SparkyP320]

Are any of these over expensive work clothes made in USA?

[@bjabuyog9975]

Sir i have carhartt overall 1930's in good condition how much can i sell it now ?

[@guxamao]

WIP clearly fit better... especially the jackets and the pants...

[@alexfletcher9961]

Yes because Carrharts Fit is for working in and needs mobility

[@terrencemorris3983]

Carharrt aint never going out of style

[@MensFashionFiles]

agreed 👌

[@Jsarson1976]

No it won’t ever go out of style I been wearing since the 90’s

[@Asphodellife]

Even if it does. I will still wear it. (Carhartt that is, WIP is a rip-off like so many brands)

[@willieparish5811]

Work clothes are supposed to be tucked in so the shirt being longer is for a purpose

[@bloatedsodium7301]

You have an absolutely tremendous posterior.

[@MensFashionFiles]

I know my mom watches my videos so I make sure to stand as straight as possible 😂

[@dark_gravity_edc]

Should have to life of garment into account for jacket. The WIP is stone washed to soften it. The OG will soften and last years longer, possibly a decade. Why didn't you get the OG Carhartt Rip Stop pants to compare? I know they make them because I have 3 pair.

[@bismillahcenter5070]

Nice share 💞👍

[@Agiztos]

this is an oversize tee? ... doubt it. looks more like regular fit to me

[@lancejordan9737]

It is better if u bought the Carhartt Chore coat than the Ripstop workwear jacket. WIP michigan is a type of chore coat from Carhartt. I've been collecting these two brands. And for me, both brands are worth it in any terms. Carhartt workwear offers us the best quality garments that is durable and affordable. Both brands are incomparable because they are in different world, the one is to workwear, WIP is to STREETWEAR which we understand that streetwear is always expensive for some reasons. You guys haven't seen Carhartt WIP's nice streetwear products that is literally top of the line if we talk abt it.

[@MensFashionFiles]

Thanks for the info. Enjoy your Carhartt collection! WIP and Carhartt really do offer a lot of great things to the table.

[@lancejordan9737]

@@MensFashionFiles yeah but people must know what is a WORKWEAR and STREETWEAR is for. For practical usage Carhartt will do.

[@Asphodellife]

Of course the original Carhartt BECAME a favourite on 'street level' because of the sturdy quality. WIP is in many cases watered down and on top of that way more expensive (cargo pants for example a way lesser quality). So that's a bit ironic. 'Streetwear' is mostly a farce nowadays.

[@lemon_noor]

So beautiful sharing ❤️

[@JasonGss]

On point comparisons man. I still think $100+ for cargo pants and chinos is too much. There's too much hype around WIP. You can get similar items for a lot less. Doesn't have to be from Carhartt.

[@kennethlasseter9264]

Yeah, but you get that little "C" patch! I'd pay whatever I'd have to in order to cosplay as a capable man.

[@Lee-ic2yn]

@@kennethlasseter9264 how much can you squat Kenneth Then we'll decide if you're capable

[@kennethlasseter9264]

@@Lee-ic2yn 1lb if it helps.

[@Lee-ic2yn]

@@kennethlasseter9264 😆 let's multiply that by i dunno 100, 200? Still not very capable

[@kennethlasseter9264]

@@Lee-ic2yn Maybe 2lb with a pump

[@IJLook]

I don't think I would buy any WIP items .Carhartt makes t shirts for $20.00 with graphic designs.I hate the pockets on the wip shirt jacket especially the mismatched upper pockets.The drawstring on the leg of the cargo pants seems like a trip hazard and I'd rather wear a belt than have those buckles on the waist.Also if you use the pockets a lot the velcro flaps reattach automatically while you have to snap the snaps .The legs are so tight on the last pair of pants you can't wear cowboy boots.Also Carhartt makes ripstop cargo pants.

[@MovieGuy666]

totally agree with your comment.

[@thebayharborbutcher9115]

Well Carhartt wip is made for skateboarding not the rodeo so as a skater I love wip because they are made so much stronger

[@Asphodellife]

Carhartt's own Ripstop pants are way more durable than their WIP counterparts. I own(ed) both through the years and the WIP's were basically gone within a year of active wearing. The originals though? I have some that are more than 10 years old now!

[@mattdaniel2395]

I have a sierra sandstone that says made in Mexico like my old detroit jacket. Is this original carhartt? I hope so. It's not the WIP cathartt os it?

[@MensFashionFiles]

If it's WIP then there should be a label that says Work In Progress

[@bostonpops33]

The Sierra is a Carhartt coat, not WIP.

[@faqyh1277]

Next Uniqlo flannel...☺

[@MensFashionFiles]

Appreciate the suggestion, I'll add it to my list 🙂

[@ukasz488]

65$??? Lol, where did you overpayed for this, in reseller Store? Standard prices for WIP graphic tees is 39-45€ in Official online Store. Which is around 45-50$. Also, most of them is reduced in few months/weeks.

[@MensFashionFiles]

I left links to where I got all my items in the description

[@hectorgarcia2042]

So for wip should I go a size up or down true to size?

[@MensFashionFiles]

TTS

[@arthurmumford3634]

I thought the work in progress line was strickly outside of the U.S.A.

[@MensFashionFiles]

the have stores in the states as well (NY and LA)

[@speedonthis]

The logos are on the sleeve so you can still see it when you have bib overalls on Those ripstop pants won't last nearly as long as the cargo khakis. Those side pockets on the pants are for a utility knife or similar tool. Well made video but it's pretty obvious your line of work isn't the target demographic Carhartt is aiming for 🤣

[@MensFashionFiles]

Appreciate the corrections and yes I can confirm that I do not do anything physical for my day job 😂

[@trailtimeszr250]

All i know is my favorite t shirts went from 11.99 to 24.99 wtf.

[@tariqislamicstudio1433]

Nice Stay connected

[@alonzotovar2601]

Most of the carhartt is used by blue collar workers, I use them shirts for work they last,

[@MensFashionFiles]

good to hear!

[@ctreats3209]

Fell skating once in a pair of wip Johnson pants and the knee ripped so not that great in my opinion also the sizing is ass

[@bluemagoo9772]

He should’ve bought the actual canvas jacket, that rip stop fabric isn’t comparable to a canvas style jacket, like come on carhartt is known for duck and you got the gimmicky fabric option lol

[@skylarunderwood2711]

Wasn't the animal a cheetah not a Jaguar.

[@Miguelamvs]

🙏🙏🙏

[@ukasz488]

Also you make another manipulations - You compare basic stuff from workwear with printed stuff from WIP. Graphic stuff in WIP always have a bigger prices.

[@MensFashionFiles]

Good point, everything was sold out during the time I was making this video so these were the only items I was able to get my hands on. Hoodies I found to still be in the $100 range even with sales so I'm not far off with the hoodie. I admit for the tee, they had basic pocket WIP tees for around $45 but none in my size.

[@MovieGuy666]

WIP was inferior on all of the items you went through.

[@baileylandis5041]

carharrt is upsized because it's designed for adults. I wear an XL and their L fits me

[@Butters-_]

I like to show off my beer belly whenever I get the chance

[@Johnny-0666]

Carhartt is to work in and Carhartt Wip is for Mooks!! These are clothes are durable and are classic workwear NOT fashion! It’s pretty lame if you wear it to just try to look cool in. The classics look amazing but are durable will last so long and the wip is way more expensive and won’t!

[@asherray4969]

The reason why Carhartt Wip is so much more expensive than regular Carhartt is because of what C Wip is built for. These two categories are built for fundamentally different activites. Regular Carhartt is built for someone who is going to be wearing the clothing while doing long, hard manual labor, day in and day out, for years. We're talking 12+ hours of construction, working in a steel plant, mechanics, lifting up and carrying heavy abrasive material, outdoor work in the rain and mud and snow and harsh elements etc. So regular Carhartt builds their clothing to last during this kind of heavy manual work. Carhartt Wip on the other hand is built for vastly different activities. We are talking about things like ordering lattes, drinking espresso, maybe ordering some expensive freshly pressed wheatgrass. Maybe even walking for 1/2 of a mile down the street to order the latte or wheatgrass. Or walking around a used vintage bookstore for an hour or two. So because of this, Carhartt Wip must be constructed with much nicer and stronger materials to last for these kinds of extremely difficult activities. Regular Carhartt clothing just breaks down RAPIDLY whenever someone tries to order a latte while wearing it. If you wear regular Carhartt, and you order a latte, AND drink the latte, you might only get 3-4 lattes before your regular Carhartt shirt is COMPLETELY worn down and demolished. That's why Carhartt Wip is so much more expensive than the regular. Regular Carhartt just doesn't last when engaging in the harsh, brutal activities of ordering lattes and drinking fresh-pressed kale juice.

[@dekuscrubbed1411]

or.. carhartt whip, just like dickies, has a side demographic of skaters who like the baggier fit and companies capitalize off of it more because a community over the whole world are more willing to pay than american construction workers

[@asherray4969]

@@dekuscrubbed1411 I don't think so in regards to skaters, most skaters don't pay that much for clothing. I grew up skating all day every day thats not the scene

[@dekuscrubbed1411]

@@asherray4969 i think it’s less actual skaters who but it first hand, but more just people who like the style without actually skating

[@Asphodellife]

hahaha

[@MrBank-uy5dt]

i have a carhartt

[@ManuelHernandez-ek4nw]

Original Carhartt all the way..

[@ibizajunkie]

Wip are really small in sizes. Why?

[@MensFashionFiles]

WIP is usually more tailored and less baggy compared to Carhartt since it catered more towards fashion and not work wear.

[@ibizajunkie]

@@MensFashionFiles I understand, but the difference i huge. My Wip active jacket 2xl is like a something between M and L in "normal" Carhartt. I really wish they made 3 and 4xxl.

[@Asphodellife]

European sizes mostly. An 'American' size M is a European size XL roughly@@ibizajunkieWith Carhart vs WIP in my experience WIP is one size down form Carhartt.

[@Diorske]

Workwear is a lot better

[@JonMorah357]

What a wip off…

[@bobbyarnette1911]

Shame on carhartt. I an a carhartt man and ware carhartt everyday. The new wip carhartt will not hang tn this man's closets.

[@marcinskuter]

Workwear >>> WIP

[@Lee-ic2yn]

Not if you get it half price

[@joerushton5745]

Strange guy give all that to someone who will wear them to work, carhartt is not for you to go to Starbucks in your car on finance

[@MensFashionFiles]

😂

[@Forbettafuture]

Duluth all the way guys

[@Asphodellife]

Having worn Carhartt and Carhartt WIP since the 90s I can safely say that yes WIP is basically a rip-off like many (street) brands. I had a lot of WIP through the years mainly because I thought it was actually 'real' Carhartt and being unpleasantly surprised the garments were of lesser quality (although more expensive). This was especially when it came to things like cargo and work pants. The original Carhartt pants are way more sturdy. The fact that WIP is even more expensive is criminal. I'm an illustrator and graphics designer myself, and trust me these designs on shirts or not very hard or time consuming to design at all to justify the much higher price. The only reason for the higher price is simply because they know they can sucker in idiots like myself into buying it regardless. When it comes to fit and sizes: Carhartt L/ XL is more or less WIP XXL in many cases.

[@BajaExplorer]

your thickness measurement of the garment is totally wrong!! you are measuring where the material is doubled up. Pay attention.

[@mobsheraqbal5854]

اسلام علیکم

[@faqyh1277]

Wa alaikum Salam.... from Indonesia