Expert Tips on Uniforms

A straightforward guide to smarter apparel investments

The new year goes hand-in-hand with a new start. When it comes to your business’ uniforms, there’s plenty to refresh to meet your New Year’s resolutions. We’ve put together a few points for you to consider as you take a look at your wardrobe for a uniform audit. Whether it’s the actual apparel or the branding it sports, there’s a lot to consider, and as always, we’re here to help.

1. Apparel refresh tips

Starting out, you should take a look at your business apparel and decide if it’s a good fit for you and your business. Old, worn-down apparel can give potential customers a negative impression. Worse, it could be uncomfortable or not meet new safety standards. Much like your industry, clothing is always evolving, and now is the perfect time to make sure yours is up to date.

When deciding on new apparel to purchase, it’s important to consider clothing that’ll fit you and your needs. As time passes, people change, and their clothing will have to change as well. Make sure your apparel actually fits. Then, make sure it’s in good condition. Tears, holes and worn-out fabric can make it less effective at keeping you warm and covered.

Once you’ve decided what apparel to replace, you can find plenty of options on our website. Keep an eye out for apparel that meets safety guidelines for your employees. If your employees are likely to work outside, ensure that your uniform choices are designed to be comfortable. Having clothes designed to keep you cool is great as temperatures start rising, and clothing designed with layering in mind is ideal for colder weather.

2. Update your branding

Now that you’ve found your new company uniforms, it’s time to look at your branding. Think about what your branding says about you. Does your logo reflect the work you do and the values your company holds? Are the logos, colors and placement on your company apparel consistent? If you have words or names on your uniform, are they easy to read? Asking these questions can help you develop branded apparel guidelines and ensure your new uniforms meet them.

Standardizing your branding doesn’t just look good; it helps with bulk savings and ensures your uniforms meet all of your needs. For example, having apparel that is customized with reflective material can help keep your employees safe. If you know that only certain employees will need reflective material, you can consider role-specific uniforms. Customizing thoughtfully leads to better uniforms for your company.

Once you’ve decided how you want to customize your apparel, you can order online or give us a call at 641-328-8558. All that’s left is considering seasonal needs and timing your orders throughout the year to maximize your budget and savings. With a solid uniform replacement strategy, it becomes a lot easier to get exactly what you want, and hopefully, this uniform checklist was a big help.