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French Workwear

Early Yves Saint Laurent Violet Cotton Twill Jacket
Early Yves Saint Laurent Violet Cotton Twill Jacket

Early Yves Saint Laurent Violet Cotton Twill Jacket

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in New York, NY

Early Yves Saint Laurent Violet Cotton Twill Jacket from the 1970's. French workwear reimagined by

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1970s French Jackets

CHANEL New COCO Gabrielle Embroidery Jeans 36 FR
CHANEL New COCO Gabrielle Embroidery Jeans 36 FR

CHANEL New COCO Gabrielle Embroidery Jeans 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

: never worn // — Crafted from deep indigo denim, their surface retains the purity of classic French

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2010s Jeans

1986 Alaïa Documented Indigo Cotton Pencil Skirt with Zip
1986 Alaïa Documented Indigo Cotton Pencil Skirt with Zip

1986 Alaïa Documented Indigo Cotton Pencil Skirt with Zip

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in London, GB

memorable collections of his career. Tailored from thick smooth cotton that recalls French workwear styles

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1980s French Pencil Skirts

1970s Courreges Royal Blue Cotton Maxi Skirt and Cropped Jacket
1970s Courreges Royal Blue Cotton Maxi Skirt and Cropped Jacket

1970s Courreges Royal Blue Cotton Maxi Skirt and Cropped Jacket

By Courrèges, André Courrèges

Located in London, GB

recalls classic French workwear. The original labels inside the skirt and jacket both read “Courrèges

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1970s French Skirt Suits

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Denim Patchwork French Workwear Coverall Jumpsuit
Denim Patchwork French Workwear Coverall Jumpsuit

Denim Patchwork French Workwear Coverall Jumpsuit

Located in New York, NY

Dating from the 1930s to the 1960s this is the coolest mechanic's coveralls we have evver seen. Picked up in Paris they will surely become a wardrobe favorite.

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Mid-20th Century French Jumpsuits

J Dauphin French Work Wear Vintage Jacket Repurposed Versace Silk
J Dauphin French Work Wear Vintage Jacket Repurposed Versace Silk

J Dauphin French Work Wear Vintage Jacket Repurposed Versace Silk

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

-purposed • Original Vintage French Workwear Jacket from the ~ 70's 100% Cotton • Vintage Gold Tone Brass

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2010s French Jackets

Jacket French Work Distressed Fringe Tweed J Dauphin Small
Jacket French Work Distressed Fringe Tweed J Dauphin Small

Jacket French Work Distressed Fringe Tweed J Dauphin Small

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

jackets are made from vintage, natural fibers, military clothing and french workwear from the period 1940

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2010s French Jackets

Jacket French Work Wear Blue Embellished Black Tweed J Dauphin
Jacket French Work Wear Blue Embellished Black Tweed J Dauphin

Jacket French Work Wear Blue Embellished Black Tweed J Dauphin

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

fibers, military clothing and french workwear from the period 1940-1970. The re-purposed jacket are

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2010s French Jackets

Short Sleeve Jacket Light Blue Work Wear Distressed Tweed J Dauphin
Short Sleeve Jacket Light Blue Work Wear Distressed Tweed J Dauphin

Short Sleeve Jacket Light Blue Work Wear Distressed Tweed J Dauphin

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French Workwear Jacket from the ~ 70's 100% Cotton • Vintage Gold Tone Brass Buttons from WW1 or WW2

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2010s French Jackets

Lurex Silver Fringe Tweed Jacket French Black Work Wear Chain
Lurex Silver Fringe Tweed Jacket French Black Work Wear Chain

Lurex Silver Fringe Tweed Jacket French Black Work Wear Chain

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lurex Silver Fringe Tweed Pockets Jacket French Dyed Black Work Wear with Silver Chain, Black Silk

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2010s French Single-Breasted Jackets

CHANEL New COCO Gabrielle Embroidery Jeans 36 FR
CHANEL New COCO Gabrielle Embroidery Jeans 36 FR

CHANEL New COCO Gabrielle Embroidery Jeans 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

: never worn // — Crafted from deep indigo denim, their surface retains the purity of classic French

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2010s Jeans

Designer Tweed Jacket Military Black French Button Braid  Medium
Designer Tweed Jacket Military Black French Button Braid  Medium

Designer Tweed Jacket Military Black French Button Braid Medium

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Jackets are made from vintage, natural fibers, military clothing and french workwear from the period 1940

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2010s American Single-Breasted Jackets

Lurex Tweed Jacket French Vintage Repurposed Military J Dauphin Medium
Lurex Tweed Jacket French Vintage Repurposed Military J Dauphin Medium

Lurex Tweed Jacket French Vintage Repurposed Military J Dauphin Medium

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

vintage, natural fibers, military clothing and french workwear from the period 1940-1970. The trims we use

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2010s American Single-Breasted Jackets

Light Blue Distressed Jacket French Work Wear Repurposed J Dauphin
Light Blue Distressed Jacket French Work Wear Repurposed J Dauphin

Light Blue Distressed Jacket French Work Wear Repurposed J Dauphin

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

-cycled jackets are made from vintage, natural fibers, military clothing and french workwear from the

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2010s American Jackets

Embellished Black Military Jacket  French Gold Lurex Tweed J Dauphin
Embellished Black Military Jacket  French Gold Lurex Tweed J Dauphin

Embellished Black Military Jacket French Gold Lurex Tweed J Dauphin

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

jackets are made from vintage, natural fibers, military clothing and french workwear from the period 1940

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2010s American Jackets

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S/S 1986 Azzedine Alaïa Runway Shiny Copper Tone Sleeveless Bodycon Dress S
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By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in West Hollywood, CA

From Azzedine Alaïa's Spring/Summer 1986 collection, this bodycon dress debuted on the season's runway and is crafted from a shiny copper-tone knit. The sleeveless design features a ...

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1980s Italian Mini Dresses

80s Ungaro Jersey Ruched Strapless Dress
80s Ungaro Jersey Ruched Strapless Dress

80s Ungaro Jersey Ruched Strapless Dress

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80s Ungaro Jersey Ruched Strapless Dress

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in Miami, FL

Stunning and oh so flattering 80s Ungaro gown in a royal blue jersey comprised of silk and cotton. It has a drop waist ruched bodice to below the hips and then a flowy skirt. The upp...

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1980s Italian Maxi Dress

Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket
Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket

Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in Berlin, BE

Beautiful velvet Vivienne Westwood Jacket. Cut in a stunning velvet that seems to absorb and refract light like oil on water, the piece balances romance and rebellion with signature ...

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2010s Italian Cropped Jackets

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent " Rive Gauche " Polka Dot Red & White Corset Bustier
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent " Rive Gauche " Polka Dot Red & White Corset Bustier

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent " Rive Gauche " Polka Dot Red & White Corset Bustier

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy vintage YSL Rive Gauche red & white polka dot bustier/corset top.built in waistband support. Fully lined, and easily transitions from day to night. In great condition. Never wo...

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1980s French Blouses

Bob Mackie 1980s Size 6 Light Pink + Grey Silk Chiffon Strapless Grecian Gown
Bob Mackie 1980s Size 6 Light Pink + Grey Silk Chiffon Strapless Grecian Gown

Bob Mackie 1980s Size 6 Light Pink + Grey Silk Chiffon Strapless Grecian Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Phenomenal vintage late 80s Bob Mackie Couture light pink and gray silk chiffon, lace and rhinestone encrusted strapless Grecian gown ! Features grey lace and rhinestones on the bodi...

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1980s American Evening Gowns

Thierry Mugler Couture Pink Flame Beaded Silk Gown
Thierry Mugler Couture Pink Flame Beaded Silk Gown

Thierry Mugler Couture Pink Flame Beaded Silk Gown

By Thierry Mugler, Thierry Mugler Couture

Located in Concord, NC

This early 2000’s vintage Thierry Mugler gown features a halter neckline with a plunging V-front. The dress transitions from vibrant fuchsia to deep red, with flame-like cutouts ador...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel Vintage F/W 1993 Black Velvet Gold Chain Strap Corset 93A Dress
Chanel Vintage F/W 1993 Black Velvet Gold Chain Strap Corset 93A Dress

Chanel Vintage F/W 1993 Black Velvet Gold Chain Strap Corset 93A Dress

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Presenting a stunning black velvet Chanel dress designed by Karl Lagerfeld from the Fall/Winter 1993 collection. This elegant piece has a structured boned corset for a flattering fit...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1987 YVES SAINT LAURENT tan cotton coat
1987 YVES SAINT LAURENT tan cotton coat

1987 YVES SAINT LAURENT tan cotton coat

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Fransisco, CA

A classic 1987 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche beige cotton coat, cut in an easy, oversized silhouette that reflects the relaxed yet refined tailoring of the decade. The coat features...

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1980s French Jackets

Alexander McQueen Chiffon Embellished Dress With Ostrich Feathers, FW 2006
Alexander McQueen Chiffon Embellished Dress With Ostrich Feathers, FW 2006

Alexander McQueen Chiffon Embellished Dress With Ostrich Feathers, FW 2006

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

Alexander McQueen museum-grade evening dress featuring a high ruffled collar and elaborate bugle bead embroidery on the front and back. The dress is constructed from layers of olive ...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Azzedine Alaia Indigo cotton denim lace up bra top and shorts, ss 1991
Azzedine Alaia Indigo cotton denim lace up bra top and shorts, ss 1991

Azzedine Alaia Indigo cotton denim lace up bra top and shorts, ss 1991

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in London, GB

Azzedine Alaia Indigo cotton denim bra top and mini shorts with cream lace fastenings. Spring-Summer 1991

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1990s Italian Twin Sets

YSL Velvet Russian Pin Tucked skirt
YSL Velvet Russian Pin Tucked skirt

YSL Velvet Russian Pin Tucked skirt

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in New York, NY

Yves Saint Laurent Russian Collection Pin tucked Wine Velvet skirt. Lays flat across hips and releases to fullness below. Color is off on images. The rich wine color is closest in la...

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1970s French Skirts

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage S/S 1989 Abstract Floral Print Wrap Dress
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage S/S 1989 Abstract Floral Print Wrap Dress

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage S/S 1989 Abstract Floral Print Wrap Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche vintage multicolored abstract floral print wrap silk dress. Spring/Summer 1989 Ready-to-Wear collection. This dress features : - Wrap front. - Oversi...

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20th Century French Day Dresses

F/W 2001 Bob Mackie 'Foreign Intrigue' Runway Beaded Purple Mini Slip Dress
F/W 2001 Bob Mackie 'Foreign Intrigue' Runway Beaded Purple Mini Slip Dress

F/W 2001 Bob Mackie 'Foreign Intrigue' Runway Beaded Purple Mini Slip Dress

By Bob Mackie

Located in West Hollywood, CA

From Bob Mackie’s Fall/Winter 2001 'Foreign Intrigue' collection, this purple mini slip dress features intricate beadwork in swirling and diagonal patterns. The sheer base is adorned...

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Early 2000s American Mini Dress

Christian Lacroix Haute-Couture Crimson Draped Silk Chiffon Gown, FW 1999
Christian Lacroix Haute-Couture Crimson Draped Silk Chiffon Gown, FW 1999

Christian Lacroix Haute-Couture Crimson Draped Silk Chiffon Gown, FW 1999

By Christian Lacroix

Located in London, GB

This Christian Lacroix dress from the Fall-Winter 1999 haute couture collection is an asymmetrical masterpiece crafted in rich crimson silk chiffon. The one-shoulder design features ...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Thierry Mugler FW 1990 Sculptural Jacket Wool Plaid Dramatic Silhouette
Thierry Mugler FW 1990 Sculptural Jacket Wool Plaid Dramatic Silhouette

Thierry Mugler FW 1990 Sculptural Jacket Wool Plaid Dramatic Silhouette

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Beautiful Thierry Mugler jacket, assumig FW 1990 Collection. High quality pure wool jacket with a fabulous dramatic silhouette. A striking embodiment of the Designer's architectural ...

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1990s French Jackets

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French Workwear For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary french workwear you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Gray is a pretty popular color, but we also have Purple, Blue, Brown and more in stock now. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for women and unisex.

How Much is a French Workwear?

On average, a french workwear on 1stDibs sells for $488, while they’re typically $188 on the low end and $1,800 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Jackets for You

No matter if you’re preparing for a fashion event or a weather event — you’re going to need a good jacket.

What would become the modern jacket as we know it began as a strictly professional item. A lot of the vintage and designer jackets (and coat styles such as the Navy-inspired peacoat) in our closets were likely popularized by soldiers who battled aggressive climes with their regulation field jackets, bombers and parkas buttoned or zipped to the chin. Indeed, keeping troopers comfortable guided the design of the military surplus garments that have often become buzzy fashion trends. But now, jackets add far more than warmth to our wardrobe, and we hunt down outer layers branded with peerless fashion labels.

Fashion’s most iconic creations, despite their age, remain modern: Biker jackets originated in the 1920s, Balenciaga’s celebrated puffers are steeped in a tradition of down coats that began in the 1930s and your vintage denim jacket has come an even longer way, from California Gold Rush to wardrobe staple. Jeans bequeathed jean jackets during the 1880s, thanks to Levi Strauss, who crafted the former as a durable garment to be worn by miners and railroad workers. Later, jeans and jean jackets became synonymous with nonconformity and rebelliousness — with fashion legends such as actor James Dean in the 1950s and model Veruschka in the 1960s and ’70s leading the indigo-toned charge.

Another fashion rebel, Coco Chanel, used the classic tweed jacket to introduce more comfort and mobility into women’s daily lives. Debuting in 1954 and based on a cardigan, the groundbreaking Chanel jacket forever changed what women wear. The garment reacted against the fitted, constricting styles of Christian Dior’s New Look, which, as Chanel saw it, was making women dress like decorative objects.

On 1stDibs, find bold collections from cutting-edge contemporary designers who’ve taken the classic silhouette of the jacket to new heights or build out your array of vintage treasures (denim or otherwise) with dazzlers from Yves Saint Laurent, Gianni Versace, Moschino and more.