The Lafayette HIGH VIS BOX LOGO S/S WORK SHIRT is a distinctive streetwear piece that combines the rugged atmosphere of New York workwear with Lafayette’s unmistakable urban aesthetic.
Presented in a striking purple color, this is far more than a basic short-sleeve shirt. Its design is inspired by the uniforms worn by construction workers in New York City, reinterpreted through the perspective of contemporary street fashion.
Founded in 2003, Lafayette has built its identity around New York culture. Rather than simply borrowing familiar elements from hip-hop, skateboarding and graffiti, the brand captures the raw atmosphere, toughness and everyday character of the city itself and translates those influences into wearable streetwear.
This shirt is an excellent example of that philosophy.
The front features two large flap chest pockets, creating a classic utilitarian workwear appearance. Above the right pocket is a highly visible “LAFAYETTE NYC” detail with bright yellow and reflective-style elements, providing a sharp contrast against the rich purple body.
The back delivers the strongest visual impact.
A large “LAFAYETTE CONSTRUCTION INC.” graphic dominates the upper back, accompanied by a New York address and telephone number. Designed to resemble the uniform of a fictional construction company, the graphic gives the shirt an authentic industrial character while retaining a playful streetwear attitude.
This combination of practical workwear details and fictional corporate branding makes the piece particularly distinctive. From the front, the design feels relatively clean and functional, while the oversized back graphic gives the shirt a completely different personality when viewed from behind.
Made from 100% cotton, the fabric has a lightweight feel that works particularly well during warmer seasons. It can be worn fully buttoned as a traditional work shirt or left open over a plain T-shirt or tank top for a relaxed layered look.
Size: S
Shoulder width: approx. 42 cm Chest width: approx. 54 cm Length: approx. 63.5 cm Sleeve length: approx. 23 cm Sleeve-to-neck length: approx. 45 cm
The proportions offer comfortable room through the body while maintaining a relatively compact length, creating a balanced silhouette that works especially well with wider trousers.
For styling, try pairing it with black wide cargo pants and a white T-shirt. The neutral base allows the purple body and HIGH-VIS detailing to become the focal point.
Washed baggy denim, painter pants or traditional work trousers can create a more rugged New York-inspired look, while wide tailored trousers offer an interesting combination of streetwear, workwear and contemporary fashion.
With its vivid purple body, reflective-inspired HIGH-VIS detailing, utility pockets and oversized LAFAYETTE CONSTRUCTION INC. back graphic, this is a memorable piece that captures Lafayette’s interpretation of New York street culture exceptionally well.