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A Workwear Icon That Survives Actual Worksites

A Workwear Icon That Survives Actual Worksites

Workwear hoodies have a tendency to either prioritise toughness at the expense of comfort, or comfort at the expense of genuinely holding up to daily wear. Carhartt's K122 has built its reputation specifically by refusing to pick one over the other — a genuinely midweight, durable hoodie that's become a recognisable staple well beyond construction sites and workshops.

A fabric weight chosen for genuine cool-weather versatility

At 10.5oz per square yard, the fleece sits in a deliberate midweight category — substantial enough to provide real warmth on a cold worksite, without the bulk of a heavier fleece that restricts movement during physical work. That balance is precisely why the K122 works as comfortably for everyday casual wear as it does for its originally intended workwear purpose.

A three-piece hood built for genuine weather protection

Rather than a simple single-panel hood, the K122 uses an attached three-piece hood design with an adjustable drawcord — construction that gives the hood a more structured, better-fitting shape around the face, rather than the loose, ill-fitting bag-like hood common on cheaper sweatshirts.

Rib-knit cuffs and waistband that actually keep weather out

The cuffs and waistband are stretchable and elastane-reinforced, specifically designed to seal against wind and cold at the extremities — a detail that matters considerably more on an outdoor worksite than it does for a typical casual hoodie, where draughts at the wrists and waist are a genuine comfort problem rather than a minor annoyance.

A full-length brass zipper, not a cheaper plastic alternative

The front zipper runs the hoodie's full length and uses brass construction — a material choice that holds up to repeated use and rough handling considerably better than the plastic zips found on many mass-market hoodies, where zip failure is a common point of complaint over time.

Two genuinely functional hand-warmer pockets

Beyond simple aesthetic pockets, the two lower front pockets are specifically sized and positioned as hand-warmer pockets — practical storage and warmth in a single feature, rather than shallow decorative pockets too small to hold much or warm hands effectively.

A loose fit built specifically for layering and movement

The K122's loose, relaxed cut is a deliberate design choice rather than an afterthought — giving enough room to layer underneath in colder conditions, or simply move freely during physical work, without the garment feeling restrictive across the shoulders or chest.

Logo branding available directly through MI Supplies

Beyond the standard retail version, MI Supplies offers a logo application service directly on the K122 — letting businesses add their own company branding to a genuinely established, durable garment rather than sourcing a separate, lower-quality blank hoodie purely for customisation purposes.

At a glance

Who it suits

This hoodie suits anyone wanting a genuinely durable, midweight workwear layer for outdoor or physical work, as well as casual wearers drawn to Carhartt's established workwear heritage for everyday use. Businesses wanting branded team or company workwear should look at MI Supplies' logo application service specifically, which lets a company add its own branding directly onto this already well-established garment. Shop the Carhartt K122 Iconic Loose Fit Full Zip Hoodie — **

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