We compared 25 brands like orSlow, the closest alternatives on fit, price and aesthetic — 9 cheaper and 1 more premium, led by Engineered Garments and Beams Plus.
If you're drawn to the timeless and relaxed designs of orSlow, you may also appreciate brands like Gitman Vintage, Kapital, and Engineered Garments. These brands share a commitment to quality craftsmanship and relaxed silhouettes, while adding their unique twists to create standout pieces. From heritage workwear to contemporary innovations, brands like orSlow provide a variety of options for those who value both style and substance.
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#1
Engineered Garments
Contemporary$$$ · Similar priceNew York City, United States · est. 1999Made in Japan
Daiki Suzuki's New York label, founded 1999 under Nepenthes, reworking American workwear and military patterns with off-kilter construction and mixed fabrics.
Why it's similar. Both brands present relaxed silhouettes and a focus on premium, high-quality materials.
What changes. More conceptual mixed-fabric styling, less denim focus
On saleUp to 70% off at Lost & Found, FWRD and 3 more.See sales →
#3
Universal Works
$$ · CheaperNottingham, United Kingdom · est. 2009Made in Portugal, India
Independent Nottingham menswear label reworking British and mid-century workwear into relaxed, well-made staples like its Bakers Jacket and Aston trousers.
What changes. UK sources and fabrics, less vintage-machinery construction
On saleUp to 50% off at Lost & Found, DeeCee style and 2 more.See sales →
#5
Bleu de Paname
French workwear$$ · CheaperParis, France · est. 2009
Parisian label founded in 2009 that updates French workwear staples — chore coats, utility trousers, knitwear — with made-in-France production.
Why it's similar. Bleu de Paname updates French workwear staples, chore coats, utility trousers and knitwear, with made-in-France production, the Parisian counterpart to orSlow's mid-century American reproductions.
Boro patchwork$$$$ · Similar priceOkayama, Japan · est. 1985
Japanese denim and workwear label from Kojima, Okayama, known for boro patchwork, sashiko stitching and indigo-dyed remake pieces.
Why it's similar. Kapital works out of Kojima in the same Okayama denim region as orSlow, but treats the tradition through boro patchwork, sashiko stitching and indigo remakes rather than faithful reproduction.
On saleUp to 66% off at SSENSE, END. and 2 more.See sales →
#9
Maison Kitsuné
Logo staples$$$ · Similar priceParis, France · est. 2002Made in UK
Franco-Japanese Paris label pairing fox-logo wardrobe staples with the Kitsuné Musique record label and Café Kitsuné coffee shops.
Why it's similar. Maison Kitsune shares the Franco-Japanese axis but not the workwear brief, pairing fox-logo wardrobe staples with a record label and Cafe Kitsune coffee shops.
On saleUp to 43% off at DeeCee style and UrbanCred.See sales →
#11
Sunspel
Contemporary$$ · Similar priceLong Eaton, United Kingdom · est. 1860Made in Portugal, England
British maker of plain, high-quality cotton and merino basics — T-shirts, polos and underwear — with its T-shirts still sewn at its own Long Eaton factory.
Why it's similar. Both brands are known for producing timeless basics with a focus on high-quality materials.
On saleUp to 42% off at Brooklyn Tailors and Blue Paradise Limited.See sales →
#12
Margaret Howell
$$$$ · Similar priceLondon, United Kingdom · est. 1970Made in UK
British designer label making relaxed shirting, tailoring and knitwear in traditional UK fabrics, run from London since 1970 and majority-owned since 1990 by Japan's Anglobal, part of TSI Holdings.
Hiroki Nakamura's Tokyo label applies heritage craft and natural dyes to Americana-rooted "future vintage" clothing and footwear such as the FBT moccasin-sneaker.
On saleUp to 60% off at END., Hatchet Outdoor Supply Co. and 3 more.See sales →
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Wings+horns
$$$$ · Similar priceVancouver, Canada · est. 2004
Wings+horns is a Vancouver, Canada-based men’s apparel brand that designs that manufactures its products in-house. The designs combine Pacific Northwest modernity and Japanese discipline and detail.
$$ · CheaperWeil am Rhein, Germany · est. 1994Made in Tunisia, China +4 more
European-run fashion offshoot of American workwear brand Carhartt, reworking Detroit jackets and duck canvas staples for skate and streetwear audiences.
On saleUp to 70% off at SSENSE and DeeCee style.See sales →
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3sixteen
$$$New York City, United States · est. 2003Made in USA
New York-based menswear brand making made-in-USA selvedge denim and workwear-influenced staples from custom Japanese fabrics, still run by founders Andrew Chen and Johan Lam.
Why it's similar. Where orSlow reproduces mid-century American workwear in Japan, 3sixteen sews workwear-influenced chore coats, chambray shirting and selvedge jeans in the USA from custom Japanese fabric.
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Gitman Vintage checks in as the most similar. They both excel in high-quality craftsmanship, focusing predominantly on heritage and timeless designs.
Cheaper alternatives to orSlow?
For more budget-conscious shoppers, Gitman Vintage and Bleu de Paname both offer mid-range pricing options. Additionally, Djerf Avenue provides a sustainable yet affordable choice.
Is Gitman Vintage better than orSlow?
Quality-wise, both Gitman Vintage and orSlow deliver exceptional craftsmanship. However, Gitman specializes in American-made shirts, offering a broader appeal for those seeking classic American style.
What is orSlow known for?
orSlow is celebrated for its meticulous attention to traditional craftsmanship and high-quality garments, often drawing inspiration from vintage Japanese workwear and creating pieces that epitomize timeless elegance and durability.
Brands like orSlow but more affordable?
Consider Gitman Vintage and Bleu de Paname for mid-range prices, or Djerf Avenue for sustainable, chic fashion at a friendlier price point.
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