Universal Works x Working Class Heroes Rose Bowl Jacket
As part of our twentieth anniversary celebrations, we invited a selection of brands we admire to work with a body of original artwork created in-house at Working Class Heroes. Each collaboration offers a different interpretation of the same creative foundation, and Universal Works were one of the first names we wanted to be involved.
For this collection, the artwork centres around Long Meg, the ancient standing stone that forms part of the Long Meg and Her Daughters stone circle in Cumbria. Sally's original lino prints drew inspiration from the monument itself, particularly its distinctive prehistoric cup-and-ring carvings, transforming these ancient markings into a series of contemporary graphic motifs.
Those symbols run throughout the collection, sitting alongside other illustrations inspired by the Cumbrian landscape. Wolves reference the county's wild history, while oak leaves, morel mushrooms and native flora build a wider visual language rooted in the natural environment. Rather than existing as standalone graphics, the artwork works together as a connected story, with each element contributing to the wider narrative of the collection.
Once the lino prints were complete, James photographed and reworked the artwork, preserving the character and texture of the original carvings while adapting them for print. Every graphic featured throughout the collection originates from artwork created in-house specifically for our twentieth anniversary project.
For us, Universal Works was a natural partner. Both brands have always shared an appreciation for honest design, thoughtful craftsmanship and clothing built for everyday life. There's a mutual respect for products that don't chase trends but instead become favourites through years of wear.
That shared philosophy made this collaboration feel effortless. Universal Works brought their own considered approach to silhouettes and fabrication, while the artwork adds another layer of storytelling, connecting every piece back to the landscapes, history and folklore that inspired the original lino prints.
The result is a collection that feels true to both brands: timeless clothing carrying original artwork created exclusively for Working Class Heroes' twentieth anniversary.
The Rose Bowl Jacket is inspired by a uniform jacket found at a vintage fair in LA, cut in a boxy fit for a casual silhouette and a contemporary spin on a 50s shape. Constructed from Twill, a tightly woven fabric, creating strength and durability. This fabric is a UW exclusive and features a 3/1 weave, which creates the twill's signature diagonal stripe.
It features a zip-through front leading to a slightly oversized collar, with buttons at the hem and cuffs to adjust the fit. It has a single internal pocket with button closure, two classic hand pockets and a single patch pocket on the chest. The design is complete with distressed patch detailing throughout, displaying some awesome artwork designed in-house here at WCH.
This is a boxy fit - your usual size will be slightly loose over the chest and shoulders, but will come up a little shorter at the hem.
- Universal Works x WCH
- 20th Anniversary collection
- Boxy fit
- Twill: 100% cotton
- Unlined construction
- Slightly oversized collar
- Buttoned cuffs
- Adjustable back hem
- Three-pocket design
- Distressed patches
- Graphic artwork
Model's height: 174cm | Model's chest: 36" | Model is wearing: Medium