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. Every new year brings change. What we want to improve, adjust, or completely...
News
The Uniform Chronicles – Fitting the Future: How Women’s Workwear is Redefining Safety and Style
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. It was not that long ago that women working in industrial and safety-focused...
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...
The Uniform Chronicles – Uniformly Awesome: Celebrating the Best of 2024
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. As we raised a glass last week to the end of 2024, I reflected on the...
The Uniform Chronicles – The Great Uniform Face-Off: Rent vs. Buy
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. This question comes up frequently - should you buy uniforms outright or go with a...
The Uniform Chronicles – “Location, Location, Location: Finding the Right Spot for Logos on Uniforms”
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 couple of weeks ago, we explored the critical role of the Embellishment...
The Uniform Chronicles: Embellishment Excellence – Where Creativity Meets Precision
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. Ever wonder who makes sure your logo or emblem on a uniform is flawless, durable,...
The Uniform Chronicles – Stepping Up: The Essential Role of Footwear in Uniforms
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. As I continue my journey through the various categories in the uniform industry,...
Uniformly Unique: Exploring the Eclectic World of Uniforms.
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. I've written about my love for Apparel Merchandising and Product Management...
Pant-astic! The Small but Mighty Category in Uniforms
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. Branding is a big deal in the uniform industry. When most people think about...
The Uniform Chronicles – Sweater Weather!!!
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. Fall is finally here, and with it comes the best part of the season—sweater...
Finishing Touches: Accessory Essentials for Every Uniform
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. Let’s talk about the small but mighty heroes of uniform programs: accessories....