Vintage Moleskin Chore Jacket - Green

Editors Notes

Olive green workwear-style chore jacket in sturdy twill/canvas-like fabric with a soft collar, 5-button front, and three patch pockets (one chest, two lower). Visible red overlock stitching along the inside neck seam and tonal topstitching around the pockets; straight hem and clean, unbranded minimalist look.

This piece is a classic chore jacket, a workwear staple that grew out of early 20th-century utility clothing made for laborers who needed durable, easy-to-mend layers with big patch pockets. The simple button-front and hardwearing cotton twill construction are hallmarks of French and American work jacket traditions that later influenced military and factory uniforms. Today, chore coats are a cornerstone of modern heritage style because they layer like a shirt but wear like outerwear and look better with natural fading and creasing. The olive tone gives it a subtle military-meets-workwear feel that pairs easily with denim, fatigues, or tailored trousers. In current fashion, this silhouette is prized for its clean lines, practical storage, and timeless “work jacket” authenticity without loud branding.

Size & Fit

XL

Measurements

Width (Pit To Pit) 22 "

Length (Collar To Hem) 29 "

All measurements are in inches.

Condition

Used - Good