'No Fun at the Funfair' - Workwear Research

In my research so far I have been drawn to the idea of 'work wear' within the theme of 'Fairgrounds'. I like the rough 'n' ready look of the workers, and the idea of durable design and fabric use. I looked at brands like Dickie's and a vintage 70's Wrangler denim jacket for research and inspiration. I experimented with jean buttons and eyelets and hope to use these ideas in my designs. 

Drawing from back in March. Caravans & workers at Plattfields Funfair.

Wrangler denim jacket, brass button, pencil sketch. 

Introduction to denim button machine. 

Researching denim as a 'work' fabric, and pockets. 

Drawing of Dickies work jacket and high-vis vest.

Boiler suit flats.

Research into traditional workwear. Experimenting with eyelet puncher on hessian and denim. 

Research into dungarees and denim. Images from HBO show 'Carnivale'.