Restocked: An Icon of French Workwear

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The Le Mont St Michel Chore Jacket dates back to 1913. Originally called a “Breton work jacket,” it was built for farmers and tradesmen in northern France. Since then, surprisingly little about it has changed. Compare a century-old example from a vintage shop with one made today, and you’ll notice the same ultra-durable, French-made moleskin—a soft, breathable cotton woven so tightly it naturally repels light rain. Each label is still hand-numbered next to a line for your name, so you don’t lose your coat during your shift. Restocks like this one sell out quickly, so now’s your chance to grab one for fall and put it to work.

If we could only pick one pant to cover our work hours, weekends, and travel days, it’d be the 72-Hour Merino 5-Pocket Pant—a modern essential meant to replace denim and chinos first, and to do more when the day demands it. Our team behind Proof cut them like our favorite jeans and custom-designed the merino fabric for stealthy high performance without an overly technical feel. The temperature-regulating, odor-resisting, moisture-wicking powers of merino wool run on autopilot, keeping you comfortable and looking sharp no matter where your plans (or non-plans) take you.