Since these pieces were designed for function over fashion, workwear offers a timelessness that transcends trends. That said, workwear sits squarely at the intersection of several current trends, from the boxy, relaxed fit of the ’90s to the demand for comfortable, gender-neutral clothing. It also speaks to both nostalgia and sustainability, with century-old brands like Carhartt and Dickies that are known and prized for their durability.

Trend forecaster Samuel Trotman says workwear is here to stay because it fits our modern lifestyle better – and because it offers both physical and emotional comfort.

“With everything going on in the world now and all the instability and fears around sustainability, people are looking more and more to timeless garments that are both functional and high quality so that they last,” he told Gear Patrol.

Function is at the heart of workwear’s appeal, because people want transitional clothes suited to a variety of situations and activities. The pandemic allowed people to have much more flexibility in what they wear to work, and our lifestyles have changed to better accommodate the crossover between work and personal. That means people wants clothes that work for both.

Consumers also want functionality and utility, whether at work or at play, and workwear implies that you’re a problem-solver who gets things done. This utility-first approach also means that function takes priority over gender and fashion norms, so workwear offers greater inclusivity than other apparel types.

Here are a few options for brandable workwear jackets, from tried-and-true brand names to promo-exclusive pieces: