How to Choose the Right Workwear for Your Team
Choosing Workwear for Your Team
Choosing the right workwear for your team is about more than just uniforms — it’s about safety, professionalism, and brand identity. Whether you’re kitting out a team of builders, electricians, or front-of-house hospitality staff, getting your workwear right can make a big difference to how your business is perceived and how your staff perform.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the key factors to consider when choosing workwear for your team — from functionality and durability to branding and customisation.
🔍 1. Understand Your Team’s Work Environment
The first step in choosing the right workwear is to assess the working conditions your team operates in:
- Construction & trade environments: Opt for durable, hard-wearing fabrics and consider hi-vis workwear if visibility is a concern.
- Hospitality and customer-facing roles: Choose clean-cut, comfortable, and professional-looking clothing such as embroidered polo shirts or branded aprons.
- Outdoor work: Look for waterproof, breathable, and thermal layers such as softshell jackets or fleeces.
Think about weather exposure, level of physical activity, and whether health and safety regulations require specific clothing (such as flame-retardant or high-visibility garments).
🧵 2. Focus on Comfort and Fit
Comfort plays a crucial role in staff morale and performance. Ill-fitting or uncomfortable uniforms can cause distraction, restrict movement, and even lead to injury.
Consider:
- Stretch fabrics or adjustable waistbands for flexibility
- A good range of sizes, including unisex or gender-specific options
- Breathable materials for warm environments
- Layering options for colder weather
When in doubt, request sample garments so your team can try them on before committing to a full order.
🎨 3. Think About Branding
Your workwear is a walking advertisement for your company — make it count.
By incorporating your company logo, brand colours, or even a slogan, you can turn basic uniforms into branded assets that promote your business wherever your team goes.
At Dynamic Embroidery, we offer custom embroidery to add your logo directly to polo shirts, jackets, hoodies, and more — all done in-house for quality and consistency.
Not sure whether to choose printed or embroidered branding? Embroidery is typically more durable and presents a more professional appearance, especially for customer-facing teams.
🦺 4. Prioritise Safety and Compliance
In some industries, certain workwear isn’t just preferable — it’s legally required. Check whether your business needs to comply with specific regulations related to:
- High-visibility (EN ISO 20471)
- Flame resistance
- Anti-static properties
- Protective footwear or gloves
Look for certified garments and ensure they’re suitable for your working conditions. Always keep health and safety as a top priority when deciding on workwear.
💸 5. Balance Quality with Budget
While it can be tempting to go for the cheapest option, poor-quality workwear often results in more frequent replacements — and may not leave the best impression on clients.
Instead, aim for value for money: high-quality garments that are durable and wash well over time.
Consider ordering workwear bundles or looking into bulk discounts to help manage costs without compromising on quality.
📦 6. Choose a Reliable Supplier
The right supplier makes all the difference — especially when you need consistent branding, fast turnaround, or repeat orders.
At Dynamic Embroidery, we specialise in supplying embroidered and printed workwear for a wide range of industries across the UK. We offer personal service, in-house embroidery, and fast, nationwide delivery — whether you need one item or a full team kit.
✅ Checklist: Choosing the Right Workwear
- Assess job role and working conditions
- Ensure correct sizing and fit
- Include branding via embroidery or print
- Comply with any safety regulations
- Choose quality materials
- Find a trustworthy supplier
📞 Ready to Kit Out Your Team?
Explore our workwear range or get in touch to discuss your requirements. We’re happy to help with logo setup, garment recommendations, and fast quotes — no minimum order required.
