Moleskin work jacket - ecru

Le Laboureur

A timeless classic of the Labourer whose historic cut ensures ease and comfort during exercise. In black or ecru moleskin, this is the essential "coltin" worn by Compagnons carpenters, roofers, or stonemasons. It perfectly complements wide-legged trousers and can optionally be worn with a tailored waistcoat of the same material. In blue moleskin, this is the timeless "blue boiler suit" that will acquire a magnificent patina over the years. Made in France (Digoin, Burgundy).

$134.00
Color
Ecru
Size
Details

Moleskine heavy 440 g/m² 67% cotton, 33% polyester
Signet ring collar
Buttonhole cuffs
2 lower pockets
1 chest pocket
1 inside pocket Made in France (Burgundy)

Moleskine heavy 440 g/m² 67% cotton, 33% polyester
Signet ring collar
Buttonhole cuffs
2 lower pockets
1 chest pocket
1 inside pocket Made in France (Burgundy)

Product History

The work "blue", called "coltin": Work clothing is still widely associated today with the "work blue" which finds its origin in its famous Prussian blue color (or Berlin blue) discovered at the beginning of the 18th century. Very inexpensive to produce and easy to clean, it became established in maritime and military professions, then in industry to very quickly become that of workers, to the point of becoming a social label, even a symbol of protest during the great strikes of May 68 where we saw "blues" burning. It was then that it changed shoulders to dress students and began to inspire great couturiers. It became an essential basic in our wardrobes for its sobriety and timelessness.

History of moleskin: Moleskin is to Europe what denim is to the United States. This very dense and tight cotton weave, related to satin, evokes leather due to its finish that covers it. The origin of the word comes from the English term "mole skin" which literally means "mole skin" in reference to the feel of the material. For its protective quality it became the main material of the work clothing that originally equipped the workers of the steelworks of Sheffield in England. Across the Channel it became the "blue overalls" of our mechanics and steam locomotive drivers. Nowadays it is in this robust canvas that the corporate clothing of the companions of Duty are made. For the latter there are color codes by profession: ecru for stonemasons, black for carpenters and roofers, blue for masons or marine carpenters. Hard-wearing, with beautiful wear, its canvas adapts to you and becomes like a second skin after a few wears.

The work "blue", called "coltin": Work clothing is still widely associated today with the "work blue" which finds its origin in its famous Prussian blue color (or Berlin blue) discovered at the beginning of the 18th century. Very inexpensive to produce and easy to clean, it became established in maritime and military professions, then in industry to very quickly become that of workers, to the point of becoming a social label, even a symbol of protest during the great strikes of May 68 where we saw "blues" burning. It was then that it changed shoulders to dress students and began to inspire great couturiers. It became an essential basic in our wardrobes for its sobriety and timelessness.

History of moleskin: Moleskin is to Europe what denim is to the United States. This very dense and tight cotton weave, related to satin, evokes leather due to its finish that covers it. The origin of the word comes from the English term "mole skin" which literally means "mole skin" in reference to the feel of the material. For its protective quality it became the main material of the work clothing that originally equipped the workers of the steelworks of Sheffield in England. Across the Channel it became the "blue overalls" of our mechanics and steam locomotive drivers. Nowadays it is in this robust canvas that the corporate clothing of the companions of Duty are made. For the latter there are color codes by profession: ecru for stonemasons, black for carpenters and roofers, blue for masons or marine carpenters. Hard-wearing, with beautiful wear, its canvas adapts to you and becomes like a second skin after a few wears.

Maintenance guide

Washable 40° inside out Machine dry at 60° No bleach
Ironing 150° max Dry cleaning allowed

Washable 40° inside out Machine dry at 60° No bleach
Ironing 150° max Dry cleaning allowed

Delivery & Return

Delivery :

In mainland France, home delivery by Colissimo or at a relay point by Mondial Relay. Free shipping from 150€.

Europe by Chronopost.

World by Colissimo.

Free in-store pickup.

Return policy ( see GTS ).

Delivery :

In mainland France, home delivery by Colissimo or at a relay point by Mondial Relay. Free shipping from 150€.

Europe by Chronopost.

World by Colissimo.

Free in-store pickup.

Return policy ( see GTS ).