Double Knee Bibb Overall 1950s

OshKosh B'Gosh's hickory striped bib overalls from the mid-20th century are the definitive American workwear artifact. Founded in 1895 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, the company outfitted the American working class for generations. The double-knee reinforcement, the adjustable bib straps with the original brass hardware, and the Union Made label make 1950s examples the most desirable. The hickory stripe pattern — alternating white and blue — is one of the most recognizable textiles in American craft history. Value: $200–$700.