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Carrington Textiles launches Defense Stock Range for rapid supply
Global military fabrics manufacturer Carrington Textiles has introduced a new Defense Stock Range to support resellers and garments suppliers...
OEKO-TEX® Annual Report 2024/2025: Collaboration For Transparent Supply Chains
In the 2024/2025 financial year, OEKO-TEX® once again demonstrated the power of collaboration when diverse stakeholders work together towards a...
2025 Awards Profile: Henrico County Police, Fechheimer & Galls
Best Dressed Public Safety winner Henrico County Police, a 630+ officer agency in Virginia, transitioned to a new uniform program designed for a...
How Shifting RFP Demands Are Transforming Uniform Distribution: Service, Tech, and Beyond
If you’re still treating public safety uniform RFPs like a product catalog with pricing tiers, we need to talk. For years now—not just...
The Uniform Chronicles – Maturity – When Apparel Stops Trending and Starts Working!
In the apparel business, the real story begins when the hype dies down. After the NEW buzz, the excitement, the launch campaign, what is left? That...
The Majority of Small Businesses Embrace Artificial Intelligence
Small businesses are adopting artificial intelligence (“AI”) at record rates but share growing concerns over state AI and data privacy regulations,...
Why Women in Unisex Firefighter Uniforms Are at Risk
Firefighting has traditionally been a profession dominated by men. But in 2025, we’re seeing more and more women stepping into the firefighter’s...
Awards Profile 2025: AROUND® Uniform Recycling Programme, Arrow Uniforms
Innovation Award winner Arrow Uniforms’ AROUND® Recycling Program sets a new standard for circular textile waste reduction in New Zealand and...
Staying Power: How Distributors Stay Essential in a Changing Uniform Market
It used to be simple. A buyer needed uniforms, a distributor had the uniforms, and the relationship was built on catalogs, handshakes, and scheduled...
Bodi.Me Research Reveals Life-Threatening Risks of Ill-Fitting PPE for Female Firefighters
The firefighting profession demands split-second decisions, physical agility, and unwavering safety; yet, for tens of thousands* of female...
The Uniform Chronicles- Riding the Wave – Growth stage of a Product Lifecycle
If the introduction stage of a uniform product is about planting the seed, then the growth stage is when the garden truly comes alive. This is the...
How airline uniforms with skirts challenge cultural norms
Since the emergence of the flight attendant role, nearly 100 years ago, women have primarily worn skirts onboard. Over time, male stewards have...
Uniform Duty: Pricing Like It’s 2026 (Without Losing Your Shirt)
If you manufacture uniforms, sell uniforms, or supply uniforms to public agencies, you’re probably already chewing your nails about 2026. Why?...
Leadership Evolution at COBMEX® Reflects Long-Term Vision: Jon Edberg Named President and Chief Operating Officer
COBMEX® Apparel has announced a key leadership transition that strengthens its executive structure and supports the company’s continued focus on...
Smith & Warren Introduces the Semiquincentennial Badge Collection
As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026, Smith & Warren is proud to unveil a historic badge collection...
Carrington Textiles expands military range with ProTact by Haartz®
Carrington Textiles has partnered with Haartz® GmbH to bring the ProTact by Haartz® range of laminated fabrics to Europe, the Middle East, Africa,...
The Uniform Chronicles: Inside the Product Introduction Stage of the Sales Product Lifecycle
A few weeks back, I wrote about the Sales Product Lifecycle. Today, we are zeroing in on the first and often most critical stage: Introduction....
8 tips to improve your Instagram strategy – Part 2
In last week’s column, I shared tips on how workwear and PPE companies can improve their Instagram strategy. I explained how to tap into the needs...
2025 Awards Profile: Gaffney Police Department, Liberty Uniform Mfg.
The Gaffney Police Department in South Carolina partnered with Liberty Uniform Mfg. to update their professional image while supporting a growing...
Spinning Waste into Worth: Why the Uniform Industry Must Lead the Textile Recycling Charge
The uniform and workwear industry is built on durability, consistency, and performance. We design and deliver garments meant to last, to be worn day...
GALLS® Acquires Phoenix Safety Outfitters
GALLS® has announced the acquisition of Phoenix Safety Outfitters, LLC, a premier provider of fire PPE, uniforms, and services based in...
Workwear Solutions International Launches Brand New Look for 2025
NAUMD Associate member Workwear Solutions International Ltd has undergone a complete rebrand and refreshed look – including new logo, new website...
The Uniform Chronicles – Turning Delivery Deadlines into Customer Confidence.
When people hear “fast delivery,” they often think of next-day shipping from a giant online retailer. But in the uniform apparel industry, fast...
8 tips: how you, as a workwear and PPE company, can improve your Instagram strategy – Part 1
For most companies, summer is a time when things slow down. A perfect moment to catch up on overdue tasks. But how is your company’s social media...
2025 Awards Profile: Woven Billy Strings Goddess Art, Penn Emblem Company
Penn Emblem Company’s woven Billy Strings Goddess Art emblem showcases the precision and versatility of their PennWeave® technology. Created for the...
Evolving EMS Uniforms: What Today’s Brands Are Delivering for First Responders
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) professionals need uniforms that perform as hard as they do. Today’s EMS gear goes well beyond basic shirts and...
Fechheimer announces leadership transition: Bob Getto retires; Denny Bogard named president
After 18 years of dedicated service at Fechheimer and more than 45 years in the apparel and textile industry, Bob Getto retired from his role as...
Atlanta Police Department Unveils New Uniforms ahead of 2026 World Cup
Atlanta police officers are getting a fresh look inspired by international law enforcement agencies. Ahead of the city hosting eight matches in next...
The Uniform Chronicles – From Launch to Last Call: Managing a Product Lifecycle
In the apparel industry, especially in uniforms, every product goes through a lifecycle. It starts with a concept, gains traction (or does not),...
Belgian Federal Police starts testing new uniform
Last year, the Federal Police in Belgium unveiled their new uniform. And now, it's finally time to put it to the test. Meanwhile, in neighboring...


























































