Uniform Blog
High-end fashion designers create uniforms for companies
by Edward Leaney
Big-name fashion designers are getting a piece of the corporate pie by designing for major airlines and corporates. Trading Paris runways for actual runways at airports, designers like Zac Posen are launching chic and sophisticated uniforms for major American Airline, Delta.
How your company uniform can nail first impressions
by Edward Leaney
You may have heard classic clichés - “You never forget the first impression”, or “First impressions count!” So Why are first impressions so important - especially for your company brand?
What is the Psychology Behind Uniform Colours?
by Edward Leaney
Colour can invoke strong feelings, whether you’re aware of it or not, so different industries naturally gravitate towards specific colours. Below is a brief explanation of the colours commonly selected for uniforms and the associated psychological effects.
How to design a company uniform in a few steps
by Edward Leaney
Any business which has a face-to-face business model with their customers is in need of a company uniform. You must not look at these as protocol or a necessary evil but as an extension of the brand. When done well, branded workwear inspires a sense of belonging in those who wear it.
Why a good uniform can be great branding for your company.
by Edward Leaney
Correctly conceived, planned and executed, staff uniforms can play an important role in the success of an organisation...
Smart Uniforms in China
by Edward Leaney
Some schools in China are dressing their students in smart uniforms so that they can track their whereabouts using GPS. Developed by local tech firm Guizhou Guanyu Technology, the uniform prevents students from skipping class and ensures their safety, so they don’t go missing.
How Uniforms Boosted Morale at a Major Beauty Franchise
by Edward Leaney
Are you thinking about introducing uniforms to your business? This is the story of a company that did just that and the benefits they enjoyed.
The Hazards of Going with the Wrong Uniform Designers
by Edward Leaney
That’s a challenge as well. Choosing the wrong designer can lead to you losing money. Plus, it can result in you receiving uniforms that aren’t fit for purpose...
The Many Other Benefits of School Uniforms
by Edward LeaneyImprovements to enrolment are just one of the many benefits that implementing a school uniform can have.
This below examines some of the other benefits that schools and their students enjoy. Each has backing from researchers who’ve examined the benefit in more detail.
Returning to the Enrollment Issue
by Edward Leaney
Benefits that school uniforms offer, lead to improvements in discipline and self-esteem. As such, uniforms are a useful tool for tackling mental health issues in school. Plus, they have a direct link to improved student outcomes...
Helping to Boost Female Enrollment in Schools
by Edward LeaneyConcord High School came to Focus Uniforms with a simple request. They wanted to design a signature school cap using specific materials. The cap also needed to have charcoal coloring...