Fostering trust within the textile and leather industry remains the mission of OEKO-TEX®. Since trust relies on consistently high standards, the OEKO-TEX® Association has released the updated testing criteria, limit values and guidelines for its certifications, based...
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JA Uniforms Expands with Additional Space, Technology and Strategic Contracts
Hospitality uniforms designer JA Uniforms is set to elevate uniform design and production in 2025 with cutting-edge strategies and ambitious expansion plans. Leveraging nearly three decades of expertise, the Miami-based company has become a critical partner for hotels...
Emirates Unveils New Uniform for VIP Passenger Team
Emirates Airline has introduced sophisticated new uniforms for its Premium & VIP Passenger Services team at Dubai International Airport (DXB). The design maintains elements of Emirates’ signature cabin crew aesthetic while establishing a distinct identity for the...
Tasmanian Tiger® Launches New Products at 2025 SHOT Show®
Proforce Equipment, Inc., is thrilled to announce its participation at the 2025 SHOT Show®, to be held Jan. 21 – 24, 2025 at The Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada. Tasmanian Tiger will debut a series of cutting-edge products designed for law...
Aileen’s Uniform Atlas: Transport for London goes one step further with inclusive workwear
AILEEN'S UNIFORM ATLAS The Pulse is pleased to present Aileen’s Uniform Atlas, a recurring feature written by Aileen Out. Out is the owner of Prettybusiness, a news blog in the Netherlands that focuses exclusively on work clothing. The staff at Transport for London...
Uniform Rental Trends Downward in Fourth-Quarter Baird Report
Robert W. Baird & Co. and TRSA recently released the results of their Fourth-Quarter 2024 Uniform & Linen Rental Survey. Several key metrics on the uniform rental side of the business moved into negative territory for the first time since June 2020. However,...
DHL refashions retired courier uniforms to promote sustainable fashion
DHL Express (DHL) has launched limited-edition fashion pieces made from its retired courier uniforms to promote sustainable fashion in Hong Kong and support the next generation of designers. Refashioned by Angus Tsui, a local designer known for his sustainable...
Survey: More Than Two-Thirds of Leaders Aim to Pass On Tariff Impacts
The targets, scope and duration of President-Elect Donald Trump’s tariff regime remain largely in flux as he prepares for his second inauguration Jan. 20. A new study by Endeavor Business Intelligence, shows that nearly half of business leaders have drawn up at least...
The Uniform Chronicles: The Equalizer Effect: Why Uniforms Matter in Workplace and Schools.
THE UNIFORM CHRONICLES NAUMD is pleased to present The Uniform Chronicles, a column written by Leslie Watt McArdle, industry veteran and senior manager of merchandise and product design. A uniform is more than just a way to showcase a company’s brand or school...
Aileen’s Uniform Atlas: Scotland makes PPE from plant-based materials
AILEEN'S UNIFORM ATLAS The Pulse is pleased to present Aileen’s Uniform Atlas, a recurring feature written by Aileen Out. Out is the owner of Prettybusiness, a news blog in the Netherlands that focuses exclusively on work clothing. In Scotland, the first plant-based...
Expanding Horizons: ID Overseas Brings Indian Workwear Expertise to North America
As a member of the Network Association of Uniform Manufacturers and Distributors (NAUMD), ID Overseas (P) Ltd is introducing itself to North American uniform manufacturers and distributors with a promise of quality, reliability, and value. This specialized division of...
How a $12.98 T-Shirt Is Made in America—at a Profit
Walmart aisles were piled high with goods this holiday season, but one item stuck out: cotton T-shirts that were made in America and cost $12.98. The U.S. is awash in a sea of cheap imports that has destroyed much of the domestic apparel industry. In 2023, less than...