Hospitality Uniforms

Embroidered fleeces are more than just jackets; they’re a smart and practical option for business events as well as everyday workplace garments. Fleece jackets offer a balance of comfort, style, and brand exposure, whether you need to present a professional appearance at a trade show or give your workforce a coordinated and comfortable uniform for work. […]

If you aren’t careful, printed uniforms can be an unnecessarily expensive way of customising work clothing. But if you choose the right print technique, it is easy to get real value for money.  Make sure you’ve considered these points to ensure both longevity and satisfaction with your new printed uniforms:  If you’re dubious over any of […]

If your employer states you have to wear one, you can generally claim tax back for washing your work uniform. Read on for further explanation as how much you can claim and even if you can claim may depend on your job role and how the uniform is paid for. PLEASE NOTE: This article is […]

In order to implement a uniform, you need a uniform policy letter. Studies show that uniforms enhance a number of things such as your company’s image, security on site and team unity. The best way to get your employees on board is by making them part of the process. You should not have a one […]

When sourcing and providing uniforms for your staff, you need to choose garments that are smart and professional and you need a uniform supplier you can rely on. Your staff are the face of your business and what they wear represents your company values. If your supplier has been providing you with uniforms that fluctuate in […]

Customised polo shirts are a staple work uniform item. From plumbers to electricians, bar staff to hotel cleaning staff, shop workers to office staff a custom polo shirt with an embroidered logo shows off your company logo. Polo shirts truly are one of the most versatile and cost-effective workwear items. Picking the right polo shirts […]

It doesn’t matter how regularly you update or propose new uniform, there will always be a backlash from employees. Cue uniform complaints and wasted time and money. From “I don’t like the way it looks” all the way up to “I refuse to wear this uniform” you might need to deal with some employee uniform complaints […]

Choosing new work uniform is a major decision in any company regardless of size. Getting it right first time is a huge priority as it saves you time and money. It’s vital that the transition goes as smoothly as possible. Success tends to follow avoiding mistakes, so we’ve put together the following list of things to avoid […]

There was a time when a formal dress code was not absolutely needed in businesses, offices and shops – wearing smart attire for work was culturally implied, regardless of the job. From the Victorian era, right through the first half of the 20th Century, people opted for formality as a matter of course. Even painters […]

This is a XAMAX® “How To” guide to creating branded uniform with your company logo. We include advice on garments, colour choice and customisation techniques. This uniform guide is broken down into four simple steps. They’re listed here and if you scroll further down, you will see a more in-depth explanation of each step. Here’s […]

Implementing a new work uniform policy can cause staff to be apprehensive. Understandable when you think about it. You’re MAKING them wear clothes they wouldn’t pick for themselves. What are you? Their father? And just like a parent of a stroppy teen, you might get backlash simply for trying to do what’s best for everyone. […]

So you received your new company uniform. Looks good right? All bright and new and clean… but is it? No, not really. There are a lot of industrial processes that go into getting your uniform onto your back, and the very last one, washing it, is your responsibility. Here’s why you should NEVER wear uniform, […]

A door supervisor’s role involves a lot more than standing in front of a door. Licences require extensive formal training in areas as far reaching as civil and criminal law, health & safety, conflict management and physical intervention. No longer just a “doorman” or a “bouncer”, modern day door staff are highly qualified in a […]

If you understand the wide range of benefits that custom workwear brings to a business, but also have a large turnover of temp staff, here’s how to minimise expenditure and treat temporary workers fairly. Why You Should Treat Temp Staff Well When It Comes To Custom Workwear There could be any number of reasons as […]

When it comes to creating a uniform policy, it’s easy to worry about complying with regulation and keeping staff happy in order to avoid any backlashes in morale, productivity or staff retention. For ease, here are our 6 simple steps to creating a staff uniform policy that complies with regulation and means you have nothing […]

That one girl in accounting keeps coming to work with her underwire practically showing and you wonder if she realises. She’s teetering on heels that were made more for a night out than for a day in the office, and then there’s the guy in the IT department with the dreadlocks, tattoos, who shows up […]

If you want to improve teamwork and increase brand awareness, a new company uniform will definitely help. This post outlines why in one easy 2 minute read. And it doesn’t really matter what sector you are in, a uniform can really help improve your business. Your Company Uniform Will Improve Teamwork The principle hinges on […]

Some of the biggest companies in the world, such as Amazon and McDonald’s, all have a branded uniform which makes them recognisable. If you want the public to recognise your company, ditch the plain clothing or dress code for branded uniforms and stay ahead of the competition.  By developing a well-designed, bespoke branded uniform or […]

We are in a respectful, multicultural and non-discriminatory age. Everyone is expected to be kinder to each other, and those that refuse to be, are taken to task by the law. This is no bad thing – we are moving towards a better world with a brighter future – but whenever the law has to […]

So you implemented a staff uniform policy a little while ago and are considering updating it. You want to make sure your employees look their best and feel their best when they’re at work but you’ve either outgrown your policy or your dress code just doesn’t sit right. So, whether it’s due to employee complaints […]

You may be responsible for developing and maintaining HR processes, hiring new staff or are in a role where understanding employee needs at a high-level are essential. If you work in HR or personnel, you may need to develop a staff uniform policy for your organisation at some point – but where to start? While understanding […]

We write about the benefits of workwear quite often, here on the XAMAX® blog. Something which doesn’t always get the wider recognition it deserves is embroidered workwear for in the office. In particular, embroidered knitwear. Here’s a quick read about the benefits and options when it comes to your next office staple. Image Credit The […]

While a uniform policy can have many benefits in the workplace, not every employee is going to be pleased with the changes all the time. That’s an issue that can be fixed immediately with a sound complaints procedure. When you allow employees to provide input for the new uniform policy, you will be in a […]

If you are looking to improve unity in the workplace, implementing a staff uniform may be the answer. The decision to put your staff into a well designed branded uniform should not be taken lightly. However, there are many benefits to making that leap. You need to consider the time and cost needed to implement […]

Many companies across the UK use customised uniforms to promote their company’s brand. Such as American Express and McDonald’s. If you go food shopping or to sporting events, phone shops, call centres, even the Apple store, staff all wear uniforms. You can integrate a uniform into your workplace. Here are five mistakes managers make with their first uniform […]

Enforcing a new workplace uniform policy can cause a negative backlash from your employees. They may feel these new rules are being forced upon them for no reason. It is important to help your staff understand the benefits of adopting a new uniform can have. This will not only help them but also your company. […]