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How to Choose the Right Uniforms for Your Employees

Uniforms are usually worn in work activities that require either manual labor or face to face customer interaction. However, each business has particular needs, and it is important to consider these needs when designing the uniforms. There are many factors to consider, but don’t worry, as we have some tips that will help you make the right choice.

 

1. Consider the purpose of your uniform


First of all, you need to be very clear with what you want to achieve with the uniforms. If your business is in the health or food industry, the uniforms must inspire cleanliness, so you should opt for white uniforms. If your employees work in harsher conditions, opt for dark colors that can hide the stains, and make sure the uniforms also ensure the safety of the employees. Last but not least, if your employees have a lot of direct customer contact, the uniform will mainly be used for branding.

 

2. Keep your brand’s image in mind


First of all, any respectable business should have a logo, or at least some distinctive colors that serve as a background for the company name. Obviously enough, the employee uniforms should match that logo or those particular colors. However, try to keep things professional and don’t make the logo stand out too much. Instead of a big logo on the front of a shirt, you could choose to inscribe the logo on smallerclothing pieces or accessories. For example, for a formal working environment, you could order some custom neckties with your companies’ logo. If your business has a less formal vibe, you could opt for custom caps or other similar accessories.

 

3. Make sure the uniforms are functional


Regardless of the nature of your business, keep in mind that it is important for the employees to feel comfortable wearing the uniforms. Make sure that the uniforms are suited for the tasks that the employees perform on a daily basis. For example, if your employees work with food and must wash their hands very often, short sleeves will be more comfortable than long sleeves. Moreover, if your employees perform a lot of manual labor, formal suits and custom neckties might not be the best solution, and you would be better off opting for more casual work clothes.

 

4. Ask for opinions



While you may have a certain idea of what could benefit your brand and your employees, it is always better to ask for opinions. And who can provide you with a better feedback than the employees who will actually be wearing the uniforms? There might be a lot of comfort and safety factors that you might overlook, and your employees could help you make a more informed decision. 

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