Explore the Fristads Bodywarmers and Gilets Collection
Fristads bodywarmers and gilets offer practical warmth, mobility, and utility for a wide range of trades and tasks. Whether you're after a padded gilet for cold mornings, a softshell vest for transitional weather, or a tool-loaded craftsman waistcoat, Fristads delivers professional-grade sleeveless garments that meet both comfort and compliance standards.
From high-visibility quilted waistcoats to rugged work vests designed for tool carrying, the range blends Swedish design with industry demands. These garments allow for easy layering and freedom of movement — especially important for workers in construction, logistics, electrical, or mechanical trades who need access to tools or require core warmth without the bulk of a full jacket.
Insulated Bodywarmers (Padded Gilets)
Fristads insulated bodywarmers are designed to keep your core warm without restricting arm movement. These zip-up, sleeveless jackets use padded linings or quilted polyfiber insulation to provide warmth and are ideal for chilly conditions. Common features include high collars, fleece linings, and multiple storage pockets. Available in standard workwear colours and certified hi-vis variants, models like the Winter Waistcoat 5050 PP offer warmth, water-repellency, and a rugged outer shell that resists dirt and oil. These gilets are especially popular among outdoor workers who need a balance of warmth, durability, and mobility.
Softshell and Fleece Gilets
For milder weather or as layering pieces, Fristads softshell and fleece gilets deliver lightweight warmth and wind resistance. Softshell bodywarmers, like the 1506 SBT, offer a flexible fit with moderate weather protection, zip pockets, and a clean, professional look. Some models are also available in women’s cuts, such as the 1507 SBT. Fleece gilets, on the other hand, provide breathable insulation — perfect for indoor environments or as a mid-layer under jackets. Both options give wearers versatile, season-spanning warmth without bulk.
Tool Vests (Craftsman Waistcoats)
Fristads craftsman vests are built for workers who need their tools within reach at all times. These utility waistcoats come with an array of holster pockets, chest compartments, loops, and pouches, turning your torso into a mobile toolkit. The Craftsman Waistcoat 511 FAS, made from durable 100% FAS cotton, is a standout model with a reinforced build, hammer loops, and button-closure pockets. Many designs include ergonomic straps or yoke systems to evenly distribute weight across the shoulders — reducing strain compared to traditional tool belts. Reinforcements like Cordura® and adjustable fits make them a favourite among carpenters, electricians, and tradespeople who carry gear all day.
High-Visibility Waistcoats
Fristads high-visibility vests go beyond basic mesh safety vests by offering more robust construction and functional features. Certified to EN ISO 20471, these waistcoats come in options ranging from lightweight, fabric-based visibility vests to insulated hi-vis bodywarmers for cold environments. The High Vis Winter Waistcoat Class 2 5304 PP, for instance, combines a hi-vis yellow exterior with fiber fur lining — making it perfect for roadside or rail work in winter. Other models feature zip fronts, durable pockets, and segmented reflective tape, offering real utility and weather resistance along with safety compliance.
Specialty Vests
Though less common, Fristads may offer flame-retardant or anti-static vests as part of its broader safety workwear offering. These would typically complement layered PPE systems — for example, a flame-retardant pile vest worn under a shell or an ESD vest worn in electronic manufacturing environments. While specialty waistcoats like cleanroom vests are unlikely to be core offerings, Fristads’ commitment to task-specific garments means niche safety vests may exist for specialised industries.
Fristads Bodywarmers and Gilets Delivered Worldwide
At Workwear Gurus, we deliver the best Fristads Bodywarmers and Gilets to a wide variety of locations across the UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, South Africa, Singapore, India, and the UAE. In fact, we send them Europe-wide and across most of the globe.
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