Fleece jackets have become a staple in workwear due to their versatility, warmth, and comfort. Whether you're using it only for the commute or need a cozy layer for all day use, by understanding the materials, benefits, and uses you make informed choices.

This guide looks into everything you need to know about fleeces, from the types of fleece to their benefits and common uses.

Types of Fleece

All types of fleece fabric are perfect for the embroidery process. The open nature of the fabric allows the needle to penetrate without any deformation.

Microfleece vs. Polar Fleece: Differences and Uses

Microfleece is an excellent fabric for layering due to its texture and lighter weight. In mild conditions, it offers sufficient warmth without being unduly heavy.

Polar fleece, on the other hand, is better suited for colder climates due to its thickness and insulating properties.

Sherpa Fleece: Features and Benefits

Sherpa fleece is designed to mimic sheep wool in both texture and looks. It is known for having a soft velvety feel and being very warm. If you need a jacket that feels like a hug on cold days, sherpa fleece is ideal.

Performance Fleece: For Activewear

Performance fleece is designed with intense work in mind. It usually has enhanced breathability and moisture-wicking qualities to keep you dry and comfortable throughout your work day. Performance fleece jackets can provide the necessary flexibility and usefulness if you job is very active.

Any of the Above, but Recycled

Plastic bottles, trays and plastics otherwise destined for landfill are used to create recycled fleece fabrics. This makes for an environmentally friendly alternative with significantly lower impact on the environment whilst still providing the same warmth, softness, and durability as traditional fleece.

Benefits of Fleece Jackets

Warmth and Insulation: How Fleece Traps Heat

Fleece jackets offer superior insulation because of how they trap heat near to the body. Due to the structure of the fabric, fleece jackets are a great option for remaining warm in cold weather. The open nature of the weave forms air pockets that help retain warmth close to the body. Because the fabric is relatively thin compared to, say, a padded jacket, they don't add too much weight or bulk either.

Breathability: Why It’s Important

The breathability of fleece fabric is one of its great advantages. It keeps you warm and dry by allowing moisture to escape from the inside through a moisture wicking action. This helps regulate body heat and sweating whilst working.

Lightweight and Versatile: Ease of Wear and Layering

Fleece jackets are perfect for layering and easy to wear because they are so lightweight. They offer versatility in most weather conditions and can be worn comfortably over other garments or even beneath another coat. Fleece jackets are an effective choice for both daily wear and outdoor activities because of their versatility.

Common Uses of Fleece Jackets

Outdoor Activities: Hiking, Skiing, etc.

With their warmth, breathability, and simplicity of layering, fleece jackets are perfect for outdoor working, or open door workplaces like warehouses. When choosing a jacket as a workwear garment, look for one with customisable features and moisture-wicking capabilities.

Choose jackets with more insulation and wind resistance if you need to be outside all the time.

Everyday Wear: Casual and Work Settings

Fleece jackets are a terrific choice for casual and professional situations and are appropriate for everyday work uniform use due to their comfortable nature. They come in a variety of styles and colours to suit a range of professional settings and brand requirements.

Corporate and Team Apparel: Customisation Benefits

Embroidering your team name or corporate logo on a fleece jacket can reinforce team spirit and improve company recognition. Fleece jackets with embroidery add a polished and uniform look in addition to being highly practical. They are ideal for staff uniforms, team-building exercises, and business gatherings.

Due to the nature of the fabric, print is impossible in 99% of cases. It is not recommended for the other 1%. Opt for embroidery, it's for the best. Trust us.

Hi-Vis Fleece Jackets: Safety Meets Comfort

What Are Hi-Vis Fleece Jackets?

Hi-Vis (High-Visibility) fleece jackets are specialised upper body outerwear designed to enhance the visibility of workers in low-light or hazardous environments.

These jackets normally come in vivid fluorescent yellow or orange, and tend to feature reflective tape that reflect light from torches, headlights, and other sources, making the wearer stand out.

Hi Vis fleece jackets combine the conventional fleece's warmth and comfort with the safety elements needed for road construction, logistics, and other industries.

Benefits of Hi-Vis Fleece Jackets

Enhanced Safety: The primary benefit of Hi Vis fleece jackets is safety compliance. In environments where visibility is crucial - such as near highways, on construction sites, or in warehouses - these jackets help prevent accidents by making workers more visible to drivers, equipment operators, and colleagues.

Warmth and Comfort: Most high-visibility garments are made out of lightweight fabrics, usually polyester. Hi Vis fleece jackets are a thicker fabric, providing warmth and comfort, making them the perfect choice for colder months. They keep workers warm and focused on their work by providing protection from the cold without compromising visibility.

Compliance with Safety Standards: Many industries have regulations mandating the use of Hi Vis, making hi vis fleeces the perfect way to comply. Buying EN 20471 compliant jackets ensures your business complies with regulations, safeguarding both your workers and the company itself.

Customisation for Brand Promotion

Hi Vis fleece jackets can be an opportunity for company branding in addition to being safety compliant. These essential safety garments may become tools for marketing your business by adding custom embroidery with your company's logo or branding.

Customised Hi Vis fleeces safeguard your team's safety while guaranteeing  your company's logo is shown consistently in all work situations.

Why Choose XAMAX® for Your Fleece Jackets?

Unmatched Expertise and Experience

XAMAX® has over 30 years of expertise in the clothing industry and has made a name for itself as an established leader in corporate and customised workwear. Our in-depth knowledge of fabrics, stitching, and branding enables us to provide fleece jackets that enhance the image of your company while also fulfilling your practical requirements.

Whether you want jackets for work uniforms, business functions, or marketing campaigns, our experience guarantees every jacket we make is of the highest quality.

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Custom Embroidery with Precision

We at XAMAX® take great pride in our custom embroidery services. Our innovative machinery and knowledgeable staff make sure your design or logo is embroidered with care and accuracy. Because we only use the best threads and materials available, your custom fleece jackets will hold up well against wear and washing time and time again.

To further ensure your complete satisfaction, we offer swatch samples of your design for approval before we move your order into production.

Personalised Service and Attention to Detail

Every order is important to us, and we're dedicated to giving each and every one of our customers individual attention. We work closely with you to make sure your fleece jackets are made to your exact requirements from your initial inquiry to the final delivery.

Our team of embroiderers and designers is here to help you every step of the way, providing expert advice on layout, positioning, and customisability.

Commitment to Quality and Sustainability

Quality is the foundation of everything we do. Every fleece jacket customisation satisfies strict quality standards by carefully choosing our threads.

We're dedicated to sustainability and provide eco-friendly solutions, like recycled fleeces and sustainably sourced threads, to help your business reduce its impact on the planet while still keeping your team looking professional and uniform.

A Partner You Can Trust

Choosing XAMAX® means selecting a partner committed to your success. Our vast knowledge, dedication to quality, sustainability, and personalised service make us the best choice. You can rely on XAMAX® to supply products that exceed your expectations, whether you need customised, branded clothing or basic workwear.

To Wrap Up (Pun Intended)

Fleece jackets are a great addition to any workwear wardrobe as they provide warmth, comfort, and versatility. Choose the fleece jacket that most effectively meets your unique requirements by staying informed of the different types of fleece, their advantages, and their many uses.

Fleece jackets are the ideal choice if you're looking for a warm layer for daily work use or a high-performance layer for outdoor activities.