For the history of uniforms, you are often dependent on photos and drawings from the past. But that’s not the case when it comes to the nurses’ uniforms from Nebraska. Around 100 years ago, a former military nurse decided to have students replicate nurses’ uniforms on...
When it comes to reusing old workwear, we’ve seen plenty of creative ideas. However, most initiatives share one common goal: benefiting humanity. Workwear and PPE supplier Westpeak decided to take a different approach. They’ve developed a recycling program that...
More and more workwear companies are launching new projects to give their discarded clothing a second life. While this is undoubtedly a positive development, it’s not feasible for every business. Smaller enterprises, in particular, may find such initiatives costly and...
In construction, mental health is rarely discussed, which has severe consequences for those who build our homes and workplaces. The suicide rate in construction is significantly higher than in other industries. To address this, a special “Make it Visible” campaign has...
When it comes to sustainability in workwear, people often think of using recycled fabrics or incorporating old materials into new products. However, companies can also focus on sustainable shipping. In the Netherlands, they are now doing this by using bicycles for...
This month is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s being highlighted across the workwear industry. From uniforms to eye-catching police badges, everything turns pink in October. In this column, I’ll list the best initiatives for you. Pink Dresses and Ties For many...
The U.S. Navy has announced it will begin rolling out a program to improve women’s workwear. But the Americans aren’t the only ones focusing on this. Governments worldwide are increasingly working on optimizing women’s workwear. The primary goal is to attract more...
Nanotechnology has become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason. This technology offers a wide range of possibilities, from enhancing the protection your clothing provides to even sharing information with your colleagues. It plays a significant...
Four years ago, face masks and other PPE in healthcare were in short supply. Due to the pandemic, both the demand and the amount of waste skyrocketed, which isn't good for the environment. The very products designed to protect us are slowly becoming a threat to our...
The new work trousers introduced by the British police have stirred up quite a bit of controversy. For women, the trousers are causing infections, while men are complaining about crushed testicles. It was somewhat expected that a gender-neutral clothing package...
In recent years, body scans that measure body dimensions have become increasingly popular. While 3D scans can do this effectively, the 4D scan takes it a step further. These scans not only measure body dimensions but also capture how the body moves. This can...
When you, as a parent, buy a school uniform for your child, they often outgrow it quickly. This is a waste of clothing and not very sustainable. That is why a girls' uniform has been developed in Africa that can be made up to six sizes larger. Developing the Uniform...
