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Mar 25, 2025 / People

Breaking Barriers: Women Leading the Uniform Industry’s Evolution

By Jackie Rosselli For decades, the uniform, workwear, and image apparel industry mirrored the industries it served—male-dominated, traditional, and slow to change. Today, women are not just present—they’re leading. They’re driving design, operations, ownership,...

Mar 24, 2025 / Mergers & Acquisitions

Industry leaders unite to form RTS Textiles Group Ltd

In a strategic move designed to align their long-term vision, RTS Textiles Ltd (RTS) announced it is bringing together all of its operations and joint venture partners under one unified entity, RTS Textiles Group Ltd (RTS Group). This newly formed global powerhouse...

Mar 24, 2025 / Management

Vestis Announces CEO Transition

Vestis Corporation, a leading provider of uniforms and workplace supplies, last week announced that its Board of Directors (the “Board”) has appointed Phillip Holloman as Interim Executive Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately....

Mar 24, 2025 / The Uniform Chronicles

The Uniform Chronicles: Beyond the Shirt: The Power of Promo in the Uniform World.

The U.S. promotional products industry reached an impressive $26.6 billion in 2024, according to the Advertising Specialty Institute (ASI). It’s clear that promotional products are more than just giveaways, they’re strategic tools for brand visibility. And in many...

Mar 24, 2025 / Aileen's Uniform Atlas

Aileen’s Uniform Atlas: Singapore shows how HiVis and reflection go hand in hand with corporate colors

When visibility is important in uniforms, standard HiVis clothing is often the go-to choice. It ensures you're noticeable to the general public, but at the same time, it leaves little room for a company’s unique identity to shine through. That’s why the public...

Mar 24, 2025 / Member Profiles

General Tactic: Technical Expertise Meets Purpose-Driven Design in Law Enforcement Uniforms

In law enforcement, a uniform isn’t just clothing—it’s equipment. Every feature, from fabric choice to pocket placement, can impact performance in the field. General Tactic's understanding of this reality sets the company apart as it carves out its place in the...

Mar 24, 2025 / Public Safety

U.S. Patriot and Galls Announce Grand Opening of New Marietta Store Location

U.S. Patriot, a GALLS® company and the nation’s largest supplier of military and related high-performance gear for professionals, is proud to announce the grand opening of its newest store in Marietta, Georgia. This new location, a combined U.S. Patriot and Galls...

Mar 17, 2025 / Manufacturing

Growing Concern Over PFAS Regulations for Uniform Manufacturers and Distributors

In recent years, concerns over per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have intensified worldwide, leading to stricter regulations that are causing significant disruptions in the uniform manufacturing and distribution industries. As governments across the United...

Mar 17, 2025 / Manufacturing

Why a major shift to US clothing production is unlikely

President Donald Trump's Made in America push is prompting some U.S. clothing retailers to expand domestic production of everything from T-shirts to coats and suits, several executives told Reuters last week. But limited capacity makes a large-scale shift to U.S....

Mar 17, 2025 / The Uniform Chronicles

The Uniform Chronicles: “How Long Does a Uniform Last?”

The age-old question: How long will my uniform last? Throughout my career in the uniform industry, I have encountered this question countless times. Unfortunately, there is not a single definitive answer. The lifespan of a uniform depends on multiple factors,...