Velilla 290 bib and brace trousers: the classic bib for the workshop and the building site
A bib solves something no pair of trousers does: it covers the lower back when you bend down and holds the garment up from the shoulders, not the waist, so it doesn't squeeze your stomach for eight hours. This one is made of 65% polyester and 35% cotton twill, 200 g/m², with adjustable elastic braces, PVC buckles and six pockets, including two tool pockets on the right leg.
✅ Features
Bib with zipped chest pocket and compartments: what you carry there doesn't fall out when you bend down.
Elastic braces with PVC buckles: height-adjustable and with no metal parts that could scratch.
Side buttons at the waist: allow you to adjust the fit and get in and out of the garment comfortably.
Two tool pockets on the right leg, positioned one above the other.
Elasticated waist and braces: adapt to the body and to movement.
Double safety stitching and comfort darts.
👷 Suitable for
Painting, plastering and work where splashes go upwards.
Carpentry, mechanics and plumbing.
Construction and building sites.
Agriculture, gardening and livestock farming.
Industrial cleaning and handling.
📋 Technical data
Velilla reference: 290
Composition: twill, 65% polyester - 35% cotton
Fabric weight: 200 g/m²
Closure: central zip; side buttons at the waist
Braces: elastic and adjustable with PVC buckles
Pockets: 6 — zipped chest pocket with compartments on the bib, two lower patch pockets, one back patch pocket and two tool pockets on the right leg
Stitching: double safety stitching
Sizes: from 34 to 60
Colours: black, navy blue, royal blue, green, grey, white and red
🧺 Care
Machine wash according to the label; the 65% polyester allows frequent washing.
Fasten the PVC buckles before washing so they don't bang against the drum.
Iron at medium temperature.
Do not use bleach: it discolours the twill, especially bright shades.
💡 Tip: bib trousers are not sized the same way as trousers. The 290's size follows that of waist trousers, but the length of the brace matters as much as the waist measurement: a tall person in a size 46 may need the brace at its maximum position and run out of adjustment. If you are kitting out a team of different heights, check the brace adjustment range first, not just the size.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose bib trousers instead of regular trousers?
Because they cover the lower back when you bend down and don't squeeze your stomach, as they are held up from the shoulders.
Are the braces adjustable?
Yes, they are elastic and have an adjustable PVC buckle.
Are the buckles made of metal?
No, they are PVC, so they don't scratch surfaces.
How many pockets does it have?
Six, including two tool pockets on the right leg.
How is it sized?
It follows the sizing of waist trousers, but it is advisable to check the brace adjustment range for tall people.
