Start with the job your team actually does

The best uniform for an office team can be very different from one worn in a workshop, on a building site or outdoors all day.

Before choosing garments, think about:

• whether your team works indoors or outdoors
• how physical the work is
• whether lightweight or warmer clothing is needed
• how often the garments will be washed
• whether staff need high-visibility or specialist workwear
• how formal or casual you want your team to look

Choosing for the actual working conditions usually results in uniforms that staff are much happier to wear.

Choose a practical uniform range

You don't necessarily need the same garment for everyone. A coordinated range can give staff options while keeping your branding consistent.

A typical work uniform might include:

• T-shirts for everyday wear
• polos for a slightly smarter look
• hoodies, sweatshirts or jackets for cooler weather
• work shirts and specialist workwear where required
• caps, beanies or other headwear

Using complementary colours and consistent logo placement can make different garment styles still look like part of the same uniform.

Think about fabric and durability

A garment that looks good but isn't comfortable or suitable for the job is unlikely to become a favourite with your team.

Cotton-rich garments are comfortable and work well for many everyday uniforms. Polyester and blended fabrics can offer useful properties for active jobs, outdoor work and garments that need to dry quickly.

Also consider how frequently the uniform will be worn and washed. For heavily used workwear, durability may be more important than simply choosing the lowest-cost garment.

DTG, DTF, screen printing or embroidery?

The best decoration method depends on your garment, artwork, quantity and the look you want.

When is embroidery a good choice?

Embroidery is a popular option for work uniforms because it creates a professional stitched finish and works particularly well for logos on polos, jackets, shirts, caps and heavier garments.

It isn't ideal for every design. Very fine detail, tiny lettering, gradients and large solid areas may need to be simplified or may be better suited to another decoration method.

Where should your logo go?

A left-chest logo is a popular choice for uniforms because it is visible without dominating the garment.

Depending on the garment and your needs, you might also use a larger back print, sleeve branding or additional information such as a website or business name.

Keeping the same general logo position across your uniform range helps create a consistent look even when staff are wearing different garment styles.

Don't forget sizing

Uniform orders often need to accommodate people with very different body shapes and fit preferences.

Check the size chart for each garment rather than assuming the same labelled size will fit identically across different brands and styles. Garment measurements can vary, and manufacturers generally allow a sizing tolerance.

If you're placing a significant order in a garment your team hasn't worn before, ordering a sample first can help confirm the fabric, fit and sizing.

Choose garments you can reorder

Work uniforms are rarely a one-off purchase. New staff join, garments wear out and people need additional items.

Choosing established garment ranges can make future reordering easier. However, colours, sizes and styles can occasionally be discontinued or temporarily unavailable, so it is useful to have suitable alternatives in mind.

How many uniforms should you order?

Think about how often staff work, how frequently uniforms are washed and whether everyone needs spare garments.

Ordering more at once can also reduce the cost per item, as quantity discounts are available on Digitees orders.

For DTG and DTF there is no need to reach a minimum quantity, while screen printing and embroidery require at least 10 items with the same design.

What brands does Digitees offer?

Digitees offers a large range of clothing and workwear from leading suppliers including AS Colour, JB's Wear, Biz Collection, Cloke, C-Force and Aussie Pacific.

This gives you options across different budgets, fits, fabrics and types of work, from everyday branded T-shirts and polos through to more specialised workwear.

Building a uniform your team will actually wear

The most successful work uniforms balance your branding with the practical needs of the people wearing them.

Start with comfortable, appropriate garments, keep your branding consistent and choose a decoration method that suits both the garment and your artwork.

If you're unsure which combination will work best, the Digitees team can help you choose suitable garments and printing or embroidery options for your order.