Brand Feature: Carhartt

For over a century, one brand has been synonymous with high-quality, durable workwear: Carhartt. Founded in 1889, Carhartt has developed a reputation for producing rugged products that live up to their original motto, “Honest value for an honest dollar.” If your company employs tradespeople and manual laborers, personalized Carhartt clothing makes an ideal choice for work uniforms and logo-branded corporate gifts.

In this article, you will learn about the history of the Carhartt brand, as well as the company’s mission and values. Plus, we will share the wide range of embroidered Carhartt workwear that is available through Merchology!

About the Company: Carhartt

Carhartt launched in Detroit, with the company producing overalls on two sewing machines run by a half-horsepower electric motor. Its founder, Hamilton Carhartt, focused heavily on meeting the specific needs of railroad workers. The company quickly grew to open multiple sewing facilities across the United States and in Canada and Europe.

The Carhartt brand is a significant figure in American history. The company supported workers’ rights during the Great Depression and produced protective clothing for soldiers and factory workers through both World Wars.

Since those original bib overalls, Carhartt has grown to offer any clothing item that hard-working employees need. And these trusted products have been time-tested throughout Carhartt’s long history, making them solid investments to customize by adding on your company logo.

Carhartt’s Mission

Carhartt has maintained their core values through the decades, declaring that they “exist to serve and protect hardworking people.” The company still sees itself as a family business built on “dependability, honesty, and trust.” And these values inform their commitment to corporate responsibility.

Corporate Responsibility

Carhartt maintains a strong focus on labor rights and safe work practices. The company’s Workplace Code of Conduct is based on multiple international standards, including from the International Labor Organization and the United Nations. Their Code of Conduct applies not only to their own facilities, but also to all suppliers and licensees. They ensure compliance through on-site assessments and required 3rd party audits.

These 3rd party audits help ensure transparency and accountability. The company’s transparency continues through its Corporate Responsibility webpage, where you can download their Code of Conduct, view a global map of all factories, and learn more about Carhartt’s commitment to workers’ rights.

Quality Products = Sustainability

Because Carhartt’s clothing is built to last, fewer of their products end up in landfills. Additionally, the company offers repair services and DIY repair kits to keep your workwear functioning as long as possible. In 2021, they also began reducing their paper and plastic packaging and started using more recycled material.

The company’s reputation for quality may be why some of their products have transcended workwear and entered the realm of fashion. Their beanies and jackets became mainstays of hip-hop culture in the 80s and 90s, and their Work in Progress line focuses on durable streetwear.

Custom Carhartt Products

The durability of Carhartt products makes them perfect for embroidered workwear. Thankfully, Merchology makes it easy to put your company logo on these trusted Carhartt items.

Branded Carhartt Work Jackets

The classic brown, rugged outerwear from Carhartt is perfect for people working in agriculture and other outdoor environments. Merchology offers plenty of options for custom Carhartt jackets, including:

Custom Carhartt Men's Brown Thermal Lined Duck Active Jacket

Custom Carhartt Hoodies & Sweatshirts

Logo-branded Carhartt hoodies and sweatshirts are excellent choices for corporate gifts. They are durable and comfortable for everyday wear, meaning you get a high ROI on your investment. After all, the more your gift is used, the more your logo is seen.