
Vintage denim workwear garment with Sears Roebuck 'Union Made' button
Selling Price
$100
History
This garment features a distinctive 'Union Made' button from Sears, Roebuck and Co., one of America's most iconic retailers. During the mid-20th century, Sears was a major manufacturer and distributor of workwear and overalls under various house brands. The 'Union Made' designation indicates the garment was produced by unionized American workers, reflecting the strong labor movement of the 1940s through 1970s. These pieces were built for durability and represented quality American manufacturing during the golden age of domestic production. Vintage Sears Roebuck workwear has become increasingly collectible among vintage fashion enthusiasts, Americana collectors, and those interested in labor history and American industrial heritage. These garments are prized for their authentic construction, historical significance, and the nostalgic connection to a bygone era of American retail and manufacturing. Collectors value union-made Sears pieces for their superior craftsmanship, distinctive hardware, and the story they tell about mid-century American working-class culture.
Origin
United States
Maker
Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Time period
circa 1940sā1970s