No matter what line of business you are in, personal logo clothing can be a benefit to you and your staff. ‘Workwear’ is often taken to mean hard-wearing clothes, suitable for labour intensive activities such as jobs in the construction trade, or for example plumbers and gardeners. Wearing workwear to a professional office job would not be suitable, as would wearing corporate shirts, blazers with a company logo on the pocket and custom made ties be to wear to work as a plumber. There are a lot of different situations where customised corporate uniforms can be a boost, as long as it is the right clothing.

Custom made workwear and uniforms

All groups, whether they are corporate entities, social clubs, sports teams or any number of other organisations could benefit from having custom made fleeces or custom logo shirts when they are in public to identify themselves.

• Workwear as corporate uniforms works to differentiate you from your competitors. Imagine a situation where your competition turns up to a shared job in normal, old, clothes and your staff are presented in matching, good quality embroidered clothing with your company name on them. You have set yourself apart and above the competition before work has even started. Custom logo shirts on your staff gives an image of professionalism and can also make the members of your organisation feel more like a team.
• Custom made ties are an understated and subtle way to advertise your business with every member of staff. In some companies, clubs and organisations, ties can be used to signify a certain standing or achievement. For example, in a rugby or football club, sometimes the starting first team players can receive a different tie to the other club members. They wear it voluntarily even when not required as they are proud of their achievement and the logo is widely advertised. It can be a good initiative to introduce an item of custom made clothing as an award for staff as a small incentive to work towards a goal.
• Workwear at outside events. Not necessarily outdoors, but outside the company’s normal working environment. For example, if your company is performing voluntary community services. If they are wearing corporate workwear while they do good in the community, the goodwill and interest generated from that exposure would have put a severe dent in a marketing and advertising budget had the company gone another route.

Having some form of corporate sports clothing, workwear, or custom t-shirts for business events can be a boost to a company in many areas not least in the free advertising and teamwork it can inspire. To get in touch with companies that can provide quality promotional clothing, custom workwear and any other personalised clothing just ask Companeo for some free quotes.

Corporate uniforms are out of place?

When getting custom made clothing for your company, make sure it is suited to the task you are getting it for. Staff will not enjoy wearing inappropriate clothing or clothing unsuited to the job and your business productivity may suffer as a result. It could even be something as simple as wearing custom t-shirts or workwear at an event where every other company’s staff has custom made ties, shirts and suits.

Getting promotional t-shirts made for you and your staff can be a great idea. Custom t-shirts are a cost effective way of advertising your business, and turning everyone wearing your logo into a brand ambassador with a personal endorsement of your business. Promotional t-shirts are very easy to source and their designs are virtually limitless. This allows for a company to express a creative and eye-catching side that would possibly not be shown, or able to be shown, in more formal types of advertising. There are all sorts of events and occasions when promotional t-shirts and other items of corporate uniform such as custom made fleeces or other embroidered clothing are a great choice for your staff or agents.

Promotional t-shirts and your company

As mentioned, promotional t-shirts are relatively inexpensive, and so can be made well on a restricted budget. This goes for most other items such as custom ties from UK suppliers, custom logo shirts or custom made fleeces. When making out your spending plans for any event or occasion it is easy to figure out if the slightly increased expense is going to be worth it in terms of the advertising and publicity those wearing your logo will generate.

• The most obvious place for custom t-shirts is, unsurprisingly, at a promotional event. If your company is launching a product or new service, promotional t-shirts to mark an event or launch can be given out to attendees to take home as well as been worn by staff at the event.
• Team exercises – many SMEs will take their staff on team building exercises or weekends. What better way to build a team than give them a corporate uniform to wear?  Another idea is to have a special piece of embroidered clothing as a prize for a competition or an achievement award.
• Special events – having specially made promotional t-shirts for events your company or staff are part of is a good idea. If, for example, your company is entered into an inter company soccer league or tag rugby competition, the team will wear your logo and display it to all the other teams and fans. This also provides a player or member of the event’s team with a keepsake that will again, always remind them of your company, even if they move on.
• Gift items – custom made ties, office supplies with your company logo or any other number of items can be given as small gifts to customers and clients, as well as staff or friends.

There are so many times and places that items such as promotional t-shirts can provide benefit to your company. Those mentioned here are only a fraction of the situations that you can turn to your advantage. For more information on suppliers and manufacturers of custom t-shirts, just ask for some free quotes.

Corporate uniforms and suits

Quality promotional clothing use is not just restricted to activities like sports and out of office days. At events such as trade fairs, networking events and business lunches, subtle personal logo clothing can be used to great effect. Having your staff in distinctive clothing can make it easy for a manager to track them and identify them in a crowd as well.

Logo clothing can be a valuable addition to any company’s arsenal of self-promotion and brand awareness. Companies from solicitors to video game designers and supermarkets all can benefit from having logo clothing either on their staff or given to clients or away to the general public. Having someone walking about the streets in a custom t-shirt with your brand logo on it is a fantastic form of advertising as it has the potential to reach a lot of people for very little initial outlay.

What can I have as my logo clothing?

Elsewhere on this site we have explained the benefits of, and how to choose, logo clothing for your staff and customers. The good thing about having your own personalised logo clothing is that you can put your logo or company design and message on basically anything at all. Here we will list just a few of the items commonly used as logo clothing and examples of how that item is used most beneficially.

• Custom t-shirts – these are the most common form of personalised clothing from companies. They are cheap and easy to make and brand, and also easy to distribute to clients, staff or members of the public. They have incredible potential for use by your company that is unmatched by other items of clothing and it is this versatility that is its main draw. Custom t-shirts for business events, team building exercises, special promotions, or even as prizes for members of the public have proven to be very popular in the past. The t-shirts are usually worn once or twice in an official capacity i.e. at a product launch, but after that can be taken out and used at the gym or at weekends and will act as advertisement for your company each time.
• Custom made ties – these items along with corporate shirts and custom jackets form a large part of the logo clothing of professional businesses. They use them every day in and out of the office. Usually the branding on these items and on all corporate uniforms is discreet and small, just enough to remind whoever the wearers of the custom made ties are talking to that they belong to your company. Custom ties in the UK have also been used as signifiers for members of a specific team or level of achievement within the business like a sports club awarding the members of the first team with a different club tie to the ordinary members.
• Corporate workwear – generally, ‘workwear’ is understood to be clothing that is used by manual workers. Companies that have plumbers, electricians, cleaners etc. working with them often have branded workwear. A good reason to have corporate workwear or even just workwear t-shirts instead of civvies, is that some people are reluctant to let strangers into their home or office and having a uniform that identifies you as a member of a company there to do a job can help set them at ease.

To get in contact with companies in the UK who can supply any types of logo clothing and will fit your needs you can obtain some free quotes via Companeo and weigh up your options.

Other uses for custom made ties and other personal logo clothing

Custom made ties and other branded items such as custom made fleeces and jackets can be used as small gifts for clients or business contacts. It is only a small gesture but could mean the difference between a one off contract and repeat business.

When researching all of your options regarding your corporate uniforms or custom t-shirts, you are likely to be confronted of a vast range of variables to choose from. Choosing items of embroidered clothing personalised to your company does not have to be a hard task. Below is a breakdown of the five main things you have to decide on when choosing quality promotional clothing for your company. High quality embroidered clothing is not hugely expensive and so should always be an option for any business.

Choosing garments for your custom t-shirts, jackets and workwear

The clothing you decide to order will reflect the need you have for it, your staff and your budget.

• Material – if you are placing an order for corporate uniforms you will want them to look good and also be durable enough to withstand everyday wear. Similarly, corporate workwear needs to be hardy cloth that won’t wear away with heavy use. It may also be a good idea to have corporate workwear made of a material that will keep your staff cool in warm conditions and warm if they are working outside in the cold. When choosing material it is also good to keep in mind whether you intend to embroider on it or print your logo or design, as thinner material will not stand up to the stress of being embroidered.
• Cut and design of the clothing – this is an important consideration. The look of the clothing your staff are to be wearing will directly affect your company’s image. As an example, if you run a solicitor’s firm and are looking for corporate uniforms for the assistants, secretaries and paralegals, and if you choose custom t-shirts it could do damage to your image. Prospective clients could see you as unprofessional based solely on appearance and first impressions. Corporate workwear and corporate sports clothing should leave the wearer room to move comfortably about as they do their jobs.

Should I go for embroidered clothing over a print?

Deciding what way to fix your logo or name onto the product is the next part of the process. For some types of clothing one may not be suitable for a number of reasons.

• Embroidered clothing – once you have decided on the type, cut and colour of your garment, it is time to decide on how you will be represented on it. Embroidered clothing is generally meant to last longer and can work out as more expensive than printing a logo on to the fabric. It is for this reason that you will rarely see embroidered clothing used as promotional t-shirts or being given away free. Some items such as custom made ties, corporate uniforms, corporate workwear and jackets will more commonly be items of embroidered clothing as having your logo stitched on makes it more durable, makes it look a lot better, and is stronger so will not come off with the rigours of manual work.
• Printed logos – these are perfect for use on custom t-shirts or other items made of thin fabric. Also ideal for items that are for a specific promotion as opposed to items of clothing meant for everyday wear. They are inexpensive compared to embroidered clothing but with that also comes a trade off in quality with printed logos fading or disappearing much quicker than an embroidered logo.

To get in touch with companies that can talk you through your needs and supply high quality promotional clothing simply ask Companeo for some free quotes today.

Generally speaking, there is no reason why your staff would find themselves in a situation where it would be inappropriate to wear your company’s custom jackets and other personal logo clothing. Wearing custom t-shirts for business events or custom jackets and shirts for networking are all to be encouraged by a company. There are several situations or industries where wearing custom jackets or custom t-shirts can even be essential. A few of these are listed below, but this is not intended to be an exhaustive list. This just illustrates certain situations where having custom jackets or corporate uniforms would be a great advantage.

Times to wear custom jackets and other custom clothing

There are certain times and events where you and your staff should really be different to the majority of people attending. This can be a practical move, or a move designed to maximise the potential advertisement to your business in a situation.

• Security or emergency service providers – this is an obvious one. If you are a company providing security services at events or places, making your presence known and visible can be the first step in preventing trouble. Custom jackets displaying who you are and what you do can put off troublemakers from disrupting an event and letting your job go smoothly. If your company is involved in emergency services then a corporate uniform is indispensable. It gives your staff authority in a situation and makes it easier to cut through crowds when needed.
• Event staff – if your business is hosting an event such as a product launch or the beginning of a new service or campaign, custom t-shirts or any other personal logo clothing is close to indispensable. It is important that your company is visible at your own party, and having staff wear custom t-shirts or custom jackets is the ideal way to do that. With it being your event, there is sure to be other advertising there for your company. There is a perfect chance to tie in your advertising theme and message with the walking advertisements, the staff wearing the custom jackets or t-shirts. Custom logo shirts can be given to guests to take home with them.
• Trade events – even if you are not exhibiting at a trade event and are just there to browse, buy or network, having your staff at the event looking sharp and professional in custom jackets or custom logo shirts gives a very good impression. A lot of sales are achieved at trade shows, it is important to make yourself and your team as visible to vendors as you can. It can also be of benefit to you as a manager. In a large trade hall you can easily spot members of your staff in recognisable corporate uniforms or custom made fleeces or jackets and direct them if you want to where you want them or to check their progress.

There are many more times when not having customised clothing can be a considerable disadvantage which we do not have the room to list here. For information on suppliers of custom clothing to suit any occasion you can get some free quotes from a selection of specialist companies.

Another time for corporate uniforms and workwear

If your company is in a sector where it is necessary to call to clients’ homes and offices it is important to have some form of custom jackets or custom t-shirts for your staff. Many people are reluctant to open the door for unknown callers and a uniform and proper identification can go a long way towards solving the problem.

Custom embroidered ties are a subtle, discreet and yet very effective way of transforming your staff into brand ambassadors for your company. Having your logo displayed on custom embroidered ties is an unobtrusive way of introducing your company into the minds of prospective clients over a meeting, or a networking event. They are less obvious than wearing a prominently displayed logo on a t-shirt, and it is this subtlety that can really work in your company’s favour. There are going to be times though, when just having custom embroidered ties will not be the most effective use of having your company’s personal logo clothing.

Custom embroidered ties versus custom t-shirts

Any company can use custom made items of clothing for variety of reasons. It is up to you to decide how you want to use your budget for clothing with your logo on it. Below are some ideas that make use of items such as custom embroidered ties, corporate sports clothing and other items.

• Custom embroidered ties as prizes – these are a very versatile item that you can have easily personalised. Ties have long been used as part of corporate uniforms and as membership tokens of many different forms of clubs and societies. Following the example of some sports clubs, who allow leading members of the team wear a different club tie to the rest of the members, some companies are introducing special ties as a small incentive to staff to meet certain achievement targets. There is no reason to only use ties though. On a team building weekend, custom t-shirts can be given to those performing well in tasks, or as a competition prize. The item is not so vastly desirable as to introduce harmful levels of competition between teams, but still attractive enough as a symbol that teams will raise their game to win it.
• Personal logo clothing as a gift – presenting a client, new or old, with a personalised item of clothing with their name and also your company logo on it can be of great benefit to your relationship. It shows them that they are a valued customer, and you intend to keep them that way. It doesn’t have to be custom embroidered ties at all. Even giving them some of your corporate sports clothing can work if they use it when with other people who your traditional advertising has not reached yet. When a client wears your logo, they act as an advertisement and give your business a personal endorsement.
• Corporate workwear will set you apart from others in your industry if your teams are turned out in matching or complementary corporate uniforms or workwear at a job or event where there other firms in your sector at the same time, they will stand out and give the image of a professional group and a functional team.

For some more information on companies that can advise you on the type of items you can have personalised or custom designed to fit your company, why not get some free quotes and compare suppliers?

Should anyone avoid having a corporate uniform?

There is no reason why most firms should avoid having custom embroidered ties or custom t-shirts for business events. However, sometimes having your company’s logo emblazoned on staff can be a disadvantage for them. A rather obvious example would be of a private detective agency. Really though, if your business requires discretion or anonymity it is best to carefully consider what items you order for your staff.

When it comes to having corporate uniforms or custom t-shirts for staff, there are not many arguments against it. There are so many businesses, not to mention non-business organisations like sports clubs or charities that have custom logo shirts and even custom made ties that without having any type of corporate uniforms for your staff can put you at a disadvantage. In a situation where there is a crowded industry sector, even the smallest thing can set you apart from your competitors. Having your company logo on your corporate uniforms projects an image that you are professional and united team.

Why get corporate uniforms or other customised clothing?

Corporate workwear or a corporate uniform for your business reassures people that you are a professional organisation. It is the difference in a plumber or electrician turning up for a job in old jeans and a pullover, and a plumber smartly dressed in his corporate uniform with your company logo displayed to show where he is from. Little things like this register with a customer and can be the difference between repeat business and a one-time sale.

• Advertising – everyone wearing your corporate uniforms is instantly recognisable as members of your company. In some cases, those members and your uniform can become a large part of your brand identity. Take for example the Virgin Airlines or British Airways cabin crew uniforms that have been included in advertisements for the company. Whenever a member of the public sees those corporate uniforms, or even the company logo on corporate shirts, they remember the advert and the company in a positive way.
• Branding – for the same reason as above, your corporate uniforms can be a major part of your branding exercise. Your uniform design can portray your company as clean cut, fashionable, stable, youthful etc. The list is close to endless as it all depends on the vast array of styles available.
• Team spirit – for the same reason supporters of sports teams wear their teams colours and custom logo shirts, having corporate uniforms will make your staff feel like they belong to a team or a community. Companies are always encouraging teamwork and engaging in team building exercises. Introducing corporate uniforms, or even custom made ties or custom made fleeces that can be work casually or on a casual Friday can encourage this feeling of belonging and teamwork.

Corporate uniforms can have your logo subtly placed on a breast pocket or even a lapel pin. It creates an air of professionalism and many clients and consumers will appreciate that you do not have an obvious, garish big advertisement in their face. To find out more from directly from suppliers of corporate uniforms, custom made ties and get some free quotes, simply try out Companeo’s comparison service.

The difference in corporate workwear and a corporate uniform

The difference in the workwear and the uniforms is that workwear is generally taken to mean clothes that can withstand manual labour conditions. It is not sensible to work as a bricklayer in a suit uniform, and equally unsuitable for a banker to have padded overalls behind a desk. What the two have in common though, is that both workwear and uniforms can be customised by you and made recognisable as part of your business.

Deciding on what corporate clothing to order for your events or staff is generally a simple process with only a few questions to be answered. On this page we will offer a brief recap of everything there is to consider before placing your order for your company.

What is corporate clothing?

Corporate clothing can be any item of clothing with your own personal logo or brand on it. It differentiates you and your staff from others and can serve a wide variety of functions.

• Advertising – this is one of the most important used of corporate clothing and personal logo clothing. Wherever your custom t-shirts or custom logo shirts or uniforms are worn your logo will be there and will get noticed.
• Identify staff – at large events where your staff will be freely mixing with others, having distinctive corporate clothing will enable you to keep track of them and monitor their activity and productivity. At events such as inter office sports competitions, corporate sports clothing advertises your business to the others and also gives the team a more cohesive bond than just wearing their own coloured t-shirts to mark them out as a team.
• Practical purposes – in instances where you need your staff to be identifiable, such as bars and restaurants, security and emergency services, identifiable corporate clothing or a corporate uniform is essential. As well as that, having corporate workwear suited to manual work can be indispensable to companies whose employees need clothes that can withstand a lot of wear.

What are the costs of custom made ties and similar items?

Corporate clothing costs will depend entirely on the variables you select in your order. Custom t-shirts will cost less than custom logo shirts. Similarly corporate uniforms and custom made ties that require an embroidered logo or design will be more expensive than one off printed designs on custom t-shirts for business events.

What are my options with corporate uniforms and other clothing?

There are as many options as there are items of clothing. Although, it isn’t practical for some companies to purchase some certain items of clothing, for example a solicitor’s office has very little need for corporate workwear with padded knees. Though there are experienced personal logo clothing companies that supply corporate uniforms and all sorts of corporate clothing that will advise you on the most suitable items of clothing for your needs.

What are the uses of items such as custom t-shirts and corporate sports clothing?

As well as using branded corporate clothing for your staff to wear to promote your business, special promotions, product launches, announcements or anything else you want your clients or customers to know, the clothing can also be used in more creative ways. There are some companies following the examples of sports clubs and using custom made ties to mark achievements within the company or as a reward for reaching targets. Custom t-shirts can also be used as little prizes or incentives on team building exercises. It is also entirely possible to present as a gift items such as custom made fleeces or branded jackets to customers, clients or business contacts.

Is corporate clothing the only thing I can have branded?

Not at all. Everything from golf balls to stationary to cars can have your logo and brand details applied to it.  Start comparing prices by getting some free quotes for your corporate clothing and custom t-shirts for business today.

Of course, without academic study and research into this question it is impossible to say for sure. However, it does seem like it must be worth something if nearly every company engages in producing some form of personalised item whether it be company t-shirts, corporate uniforms, custom logo shirts or even office supplies. It’s simple to answer the question ‘how does it work?’ Below we will go through several benefits of having items such as company t-shirts to give to your staff, clients, representatives or even just passersby.

Company t-shirts and your company’s marketing budget

Even though custom made company t-shirts are relatively inexpensive the money has to come from somewhere. The funds could come from your marketing and advertising budget seeing as the main function of having your logo on display is to advertise your brand. But there are further uses for your custom made fleeces, corporate sports clothing and company t-shirts.

• Advertising – when you have your staff in workwear clothing labelled with your logo and message, everyone who sees them is also seeing your company. Everyone wearing your custom logo shirts or pullovers is instantly transformed into a moving billboard for your company at a fraction of the cost traditional media will charge you.
• Turns the wearers of your company t-shirts into brand ambassadors – brand ambassadors are individuals who represent the brand or company in a positive way and carries that message to the public. If your staff are wearing your logo and doing their jobs well, they are spreading a positive image of your company. If you have company t-shirts made for something else for example a product launch or commemoration, you may hire outside promotional agents who will wear your logo on their custom t-shirts and positively influence potential clients or even remind existing ones why you are a good company.
• Team Building – apart from the obvious function of differentiating the teams, there is a good reason why sports teams and their supporters wear custom logo shirts and other items of personal logo clothing. Wearing the same as the rest of your team imparts a feeling of belonging and community, a feeling and attitude that is greatly beneficial to any company.
• Incentive – there is nothing stopping you from turning a desirable piece of clothing, an expensive jacket, into a strong marketing tool. Offer a customised item to your staff as a reward for achievement or prize in a production competition. The member who wins will then proudly wear your logo outside of the company and if anyone asks about their new clothing, they will tell a very positive story about your company.

Not only custom t-shirts

As well as having company t-shirts, there are all sorts of items you can customise to act as subtle and discreet advertisements for your company. Golf balls with your company logo on them can make a great gift to clients and other business contacts. Office stationary can also be customised. There is really no limit to the type of items that can be customised and branded. Everything from custom made ties to corporate workwear to pens has the potential to act as a positive advertisement for you. To get in contact with companies that can supply your company with company t-shirts and other custom made clothes and goods, just ask for some free quotes today.

Choosing company clothing for you and your staff can be a tricky decision to make. Having custom made ties and custom made fleeces can be a great addition to your business as having your logo prominently displayed turns anyone wearing it into a walking advertisement. Apart from the low cost advertising you get with having your own corporate workwear or custom t-shirts, they can also help build your staff into a tightly knit unit. There are a few main points mentioned below you should keep in mind when deciding on what type of company clothing to invest in.

Not all company clothing is the same

Different corporate uniforms can serve different purposes. It would, for example, be seen as inappropriate if all the staff in your bank wore shorts with a company logo on them to work every day. When deciding what company clothing to buy, keep these three things in mind.

• What situation is it to be worn in – if you are, for example, a plumbing company, or some other manual trade that requires clothes to be durable and useful, then you don’t send your staff out on jobs wearing a full suit with the company’s logo embroidered on the breast pocket. Some embroidered clothing in the line of custom logo shirts or a company jacket would be more useful for everyday use. Of course, if you wanted a suit for good occasions then that would be a good idea. When deciding how to choose your corporate workwear, the most important thing to think of is ‘will the work get done properly if the staff are wearing this?’
• Purpose – leading on from the last point, choosing company clothing is also affected by the purpose the clothing is intended to serve. If it is a corporate uniform to be used for client interactions, presentations or low key affairs, the clothing’s design and function will be different to a situation where custom t-shirts are being made for inter-office sporting events or a team building exercise.
• Company type – this refers to the image you wish to convey with your staff and company clothing. For a company wishing to convey that it is clean-cut and professional to clients, relatively conservative custom made ties or custom logo shirts may be the way to go. However, a company that wants to convey a young, hip and fresh image may have a heavily stylised corporate sports clothing or custom t-shirts. Basically, a skateboard shop and a high-end jewellers can both benefit greatly from company branding on their staff clothes, but the way they will go about it is going to be radically different.

Custom t-shirts or corporate uniforms?

Ideally there would be nothing at all preventing your company from supplying all the custom made clothing it wants to the staff. Though given that in the real world, budgetary considerations must factor in highly to most decisions made in a company, you will have to be more selective in what you choose for your staff. Decide on what you want the company clothing to be used for and what it will be saying about your company and your business. You can get free quotes from suppliers of wholesale personalised clothing from Companeo can get a better idea of cost.