Vintage Chore Jacket - Blue

Editors Notes

Vintage French-style blue workwear/chore shirt with a relaxed, boxy cut, open camp-style collar, and a single large chest patch pocket. Hidden button placket (buttons covered by the front panel) with visible wear and fading throughout; small stitched repair marks and a frayed hole/tear near the lower front placket are noticeable. Minimal chest embroidery/marking detail adds to the authentic workwear character.

Blue cotton twill work shirts like this were standard-issue uniforms across European industry through much of the mid-20th century, prized for being tough, washable, and easy to mend. The covered placket and roomy fit were practical choices for workshop and factory settings, protecting buttons and allowing free movement. Vintage workwear is especially loved today for its honest wear patterns—fades, repairs, and small imperfections that tell a real-life story. In modern wardrobes, pieces like this are worn as light jackets or overshirts, pairing effortlessly with denim, cargos, and sneakers for a timeless utilitarian look.

Size & Fit

Large

Measurements

Width (Pit To Pit) 23 "

Length (Collar To Hem) 25 "

All measurements are in inches.

Condition