Universal Works

Nottingham, UK

Designer David Keyte designs versatile, everyday pieces with a nod to British heritage. Inspired by the jacket his father wore daily to work as a baker, Universal Works' collection borrows from workwear and military styles as well as Keyte's own personal history. Rendered in comfortable fabrics and approachable fits - This is among our most versatile collections.

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Universal Works Tech Overshirt, Ecru

$295

Universal Works Tech Overshirt, Ecru

$295

A loose short-sleeve, overshirt-meets-jacket with a boxy silhouette. Made from a lightweight high-quality waffle weave fabrication, woven in Japan and garment-dyed for a soft finish. Detailed with a single chest pocket, back yoke box pleat, one piece collar and invisible zipped side seam pockets. Finished with a drawcord hemline. fit Jordan is 5'8" and typically wears a size Small in tops. He's wearing the size Small here for a regular fit. details Made in Portugal73% Cotton, 27% Linen. Trim 100% CottonWash Cold

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Universal Works Hi Water Trouser, Light Olive

$233

Universal Works Hi Water Trouser, Light Olive

$233

A relaxed loose fitting trouser that has a slightly tapered leg and cropped length. Made from a lightweight olive cotton twill with a smooth hand. Includes a comfortable easy fitting elastic waistband with adjustable draw chord, a button and zipper fly closure, two slanted hand pockets and two back pockets. fit Jordan is 5'8" and he typically wears a size 30 in bottoms. He's wearing the size 30 here for a regular fit. details Made in Portugal100% Cotton TwillMachine Wash Cold

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Universal Works Cruiser Shirt, Ecru

$200

Universal Works Cruiser Shirt, Ecru

$200

A classic style long sleeve shirt with a special embroidery twist, the cruiser features a regular fit through the body and sleeves. Made from a lightweight cotton broadcloth with a crisp summery look and feel. This piece features a yellow brown and green floral embroidery on the back elbow patches. Detailed with a standard collar, straight hemline, single flap patch pocket, and back vents. fit Jordan is 5'8" and typically wears a size Small in tops. He's wearing the size Small here for a regular fit. details Made in Portugal100% CottonWash Cold

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Universal Works Minari Shirt, Ecru

$230

Universal Works Minari Shirt, Ecru

$230

A classic style short sleeve shirt with a special embroidery twist, the Minari features a regular fit through the body and sleeves. Made from a lightweight cotton broadcloth with a crisp summery look and feel. This piece features a yellow brown and green floral embroidery on the front hemline and back right panel. Detailed with a camp collar, and straight hemline. fit Jordan is 5'8" and typically wears a size Small in tops. He's wearing the size Small here for a regular fit. details Made in Portugal100% CottonWash Cold

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Universal Works Road Shirt, Hacoba White

$245

Universal Works Road Shirt, Hacoba White

$245

A classic style from Universal Works, featuring a regular fit and a loop-close top button designed to be worn open-necked, with the option to button it up. Made from a substantial cotton fabric with paisley broderie anglaise for a striking, summery look. Detailed with a straight hemline and a front patch pocket. fit Jordan is 5'8" and typically wears a size Small in tops. He's wearing the size Small here for a regular fit. details Made in Portugal100% CottonWash Cold

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Universal Works Hi Water Trouser, Dark Navy

$255

Universal Works Hi Water Trouser, Dark Navy

$255

A relaxed loose fitting trouser that has a slightly tapered leg and cropped length. Made from a summer-weight cotton, with a herringbone weave pattern and soft garment dye finish. Includes a comfortable easy fitting elastic waistband with adjustable draw chord, a button and zipper fly closure, two slanted hand pockets and two back pockets. fit Himi is 6'0" and he typically wears a size 34 in bottoms. He's wearing the size 34 here for a regular fit. details Made in Portugal100% CottonMachine Wash Cold

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Universal Works Two Button Jacket, Navy

$355

Universal Works Two Button Jacket, Navy

$355

This jacket maintains the cut of a classic blazer, whilst the workwear style construction and patch pockets ensure it retains the comfortable, easy-to-wear, unstructured character. Cut from a light but practical tropical wool suiting that is easy to wear with a clean minimal look. Featuring a two button closure, single chest pocket, and side patch pockets. fit Himi is 6'0" and typically wears a size Large in Jackets. He's wearing the size Large here for a regular fit. details Made in Portugal55% Polyester, 45% Wool.Body Lining 100% Cotton, Sleeve Lining 100% PolyDry Clean

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Universal Works Panel Square Pocket Shirt, Mixed Stripes

$195

Universal Works Panel Square Pocket Shirt, Mixed Stripes

$195

A loose button-down shirt to be casually worn open or buttoned and dressed up. Made from a mix of UW exclusive Pop Stripes, on simple cotton shirting. A lightweight base, this has non of the crispness you might associate wtih poplin, but still with that summer softness. Features a single asymmetric pocket, button down collar, and back yoke. fit Himi is 6'0" and typically wears a size Large in tops. He's wearing the size Large here for a regular fit. details Made in Portugal100% CottonWash Cold

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Universal Works Oxford Pant, Licorice

$250

Universal Works Oxford Pant, Licorice

$250

An easy, loose-fitting pant that features a mid-height rise and a wide tapered leg. Made from a lightweight canvas, great for everyday and special occasions too. This Summer Canvas is garment dyed for a soft hand feel and a soft 'already yours' look. Detailed with a single pleat front, elasticated waist and rear button-close pockets. fit Himi is 6'0" and typically wears a size 34 in bottoms. He's wearing the size 34 here for a regular fit. details Made in Portugal100% CottonWash Cold

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Universal Works Travail Overshirt, Navy

$265

Universal Works Travail Overshirt, Navy

$265

This light-weight over shirt features a relaxed fit with a curved shirt-like hemline. Made from a Tropical Wool Suiting with an easy-to-wear, minimal look. Details include a single-piece collar, two lower patch pockets, button cuffs and a curved hem with contrast fabric 'V' insert. fit Himi is 6'0" and typically wears a size Large in Jackets. He's wearing the size Large here for a regular fit. details Made in Portugal55% Polyester 45% WoolDry Clean

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Universal Works Pleated Track Pant, Navy

$285

Universal Works Pleated Track Pant, Navy

$285

A mid-rise pleated trouser with a wide fit that gradually tapers from the thigh to hem. Cut from a light but practical Tropical Suiting that is easy to wear with a clean minimal look. Features an elastic waistband for everyday comfort and sizing flexibility. Finished with a zipper fly and button closure. Detailed with front-angled trousers pockets, two welt pockets at the rear - one with flap closure and one without, and belt loops secured along the waistband. fit Himi is 6'0" and typically wears a size 34 in bottoms. He's wearing the size 34 here for a regular fit. details Made in Portugal55% Polyester 45% WoolDry Clean

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Universal Works Oxford Pant, Washed Indigo

$250

Universal Works Oxford Pant, Washed Indigo

$250

An easy, loose-fitting pant that features a mid-height rise and a wide tapered leg. Made from a lightweight organic cotton denim made using yarn with a slight slub. Detailed with a single pleat front, elasticated waist and rear button-close pockets. fit Himi is 6'0" and typically wears a size 34 in bottoms. He's wearing the size 34 here for a regular fit. details Made in Portugal100% Organic CottonWash Cold

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Universal Works Pleated Track Short, Sand

$210

Universal Works Pleated Track Short, Sand

$210

A simple pleated short that hits mid-thigh with a comfortable, relaxed fit. The fabric is a Summer-weight cotton with a classic seersucker texture. Cool to the touch, this is great for those easy Summer days. Features an elasticated waistband with adjustable cotton drawstring for an easy fit. Finished with front button closure, side seam pockets and two back pockets - one feature a flap closure. fit Himi is 6'0" and typically wears a size 34 in bottoms. He's wearing the size Large here for a regular fit. Style is running true to size. details Made in Portugal99% Cotton 1% ElastaneMachine Wash Cold

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Universal Works Road Shirt, Olive

$185

Universal Works Road Shirt, Olive

$185

A relaxed fit shirt, inspired by the minimalist continental styles of the 50's. It features a fit straight through the body paired with a flat hem. Cut from a lightweight yet robust cotton with an intricate woven design. There is an optional concealed top button, though the piece is designed to be worn open-necked. Finished with a shovel pocket on the chest and a small side vent. fit Himi is 6'0" and typically wears a size Large in shirts. He's wearing the size Large here for a regular fit. details Made in Portugal100% CottonMachine wash cold

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Universal Works Hi Water Trouser, Ecru

$230

Universal Works Hi Water Trouser, Ecru

$230

A relaxed loose fitting trouser that has a slightly tapered leg and cropped length. Made from an Italian-made recycled cotton with a bold twill weave for the perfect recycled, undyed natural ecru denim. Weighty, with a natural slub to the weave, and an irregularity in the 'weft' threads. Includes a comfortable easy fitting elastic waistband with adjustable draw chord, a button and zipper fly closure, two slanted hand pockets and two back pockets. fit Himi is 6'0" and he typically wears a size 34 in bottoms. He's wearing the size 34 here for a regular fit. details Made in Portugal100% Recycled CottonMachine Wash Cold

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Universal Works Kyoto Work Jacket, Blanket Stripe Khaki

$245

Universal Works Kyoto Work Jacket, Blanket Stripe Khaki

$245

A simple, loose-fitting jacket inspired by a traditional kimono silhouette. Features an unstructured shape with a cross front design and ties to fasten. This piece can be styled wrapped or worn loose. Finished with two lower patch pockets, one external chest patch pocket and an internal chest patch pocket. fit Himi is 6'0" and typically wears Large in tops. He's wearing the size Large here for a regular fit. details 100% CottonMachine Wash Cold

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Universal Works Trucker II Jacket, Indigo Denim

$490

Universal Works Trucker II Jacket, Indigo Denim

$490

Inspired by original denim workwear jackets, this version is a looser fit for comfort and more movement. This garment is made from 100% cotton denim and dyed with indigo. Like your favorite jeans, this garment will gradually fade with wear. It has two button flap chest pockets and two angled welt pockets. fit Himi is 6'0" and typically wears a size Large in shirts. He's wearing the size Large here for a regular fit. This style is running true to size. details Made in Portugal100% Organic CottonWash Cold

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Universal Works Lazy Day Shirt, Brown/Grey

$195

Universal Works Lazy Day Shirt, Brown/Grey

$195

A loose button-down shirt to be casually worn open or buttoned and dressed up. Made from a classic brown and grey flannel plaid with a super soft hand. Features a single asymmetric pocket, button down collar, and back yoke with box pleat. fit Himi is 6'0" and typically wears a size Large in Jackets. He's wearing the size Large here for a regular fit. details Made in Portugal100% CottonWash Cold

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Universal Works Easy Jacket, Rich Brown

$156 $280

Universal Works Easy Jacket, Rich Brown

$156

An easy to wear shirt-jacket with a simple design and unstructured shape. Fit is relaxed through the body and sleeves and finished with a buttoned front and two generous front patch pockets. Finished with a back yoke with two small pleats, plain hemed cuffs, and a straight cut hem. Pair with the matching pant. fit Himi is 6'0" and typically wears a size Large in tops. He's wearing the size Large here for a regular fit. Style is running true to size. details 100% CottonMachine Wash Cold

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Universal Works Cardigan, Ombre Brown

$185 $265

Universal Works Cardigan, Ombre Brown

$185

A soft fleecy cardigan with a regular fit, straight through the body and sleeves. Featuring a self-bound button front, three outer patch pockets and a fourth on the inside. Finished with cotton rib-bound cuffs and hem. fit Himi is 6'0" and typically wears Large in tops. He's wearing the size Large here for a regular fit. details 68% Wool, 32% Recycled PolyesterHand Wash Cold

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