Let's talk uniform shirts, shall we? Yes, we specialize in restaurant uniform shirts, hotel uniform shirts, and front desk uniform shirts. But really are variety, selection and expertise means that we are suppliers for all kinds of companies, casino's, cruise lines, schools, bands and more. So whatever your business, whatever your need, we can get you the right shirt.
For starters, we have listed many of the common fabric types and descriptions at the bottom of this page. It may help you to understand the difference in price of some of our shirts but more importantly it can guide you in choosing the right fabric for your uniform shirt. You should consider your image, the staff job function, and budget when choosing. So if you are choosing a hotel front desk uniform shirt, it is probably a good idea to look in the classic woven section for all of those oxfords and broadcloths that are traditional. However for a restaurant uniform shirt the choices are endless and you may want a more trendy look or theme shirt.
Need hotel front desk uniform shirts? Restaurant uniform shirts? Casino uniform shirts? Button down uniform shirts offer crisp look and includes options like oxford, twill, denim, poplin and broadcloth.
Restaurant uniform shirts should definatley have some stain resistance. But really, who wouldn't like your uniform shirt to stay clean and last longer?
Fabrics
Fabric choices are critical to a successful uniform program. You have to think about what qualities are most important in your uniforms. What are your needs? Easy wash and wear? Lasting durability? Moisture management? Listed below we have types of fabrics as well as special enhancements for fabrics to help you understand the descriptions on our site.
100% Cotton Natural, Breaths well but does not dry quickly, Resists Pilling, Tends to wrinkle and shrink.
Ring Spun Cotton Natural cotton fiber that has been processed or spun creating a much softer feel and extended durability.
Combed Cotton Like ring spun cotton combed cotton has all the benefits of cotton with a much softer feel and extended durability.
Polyester Synthetic fiber, Resists wrinkles, Holds shape, Holds Color, Resists Stains, Durable, Some object to the feel. Spun Polyester All the benefits of polyester with a much softer feel.
Polyester Cotton Blends You may notice that many of the uniforms on our site are poly/cotton blends. That is because this fabric offers the best of both worlds. The feel that people like with cotton and the wrinkle and shrink resistance of polyester. This is almost usually a great choice for uniforms.
Jersey Knitted instead of woven, soft and breathable, slight stretch, often gets softer with every wash. Think T-shirts but jersey can also be used for golf shirts and tank tops.
Microfiber Synthetic fiber, Ultra soft, Lightweight and breathable.
Broadcloth Tightly woven fabric with a crosswise rib. Like poplin but finer, Commonly cotton or poly cotton blends. Think traditional dress shirt.
Pinpoint Cotton or Blends this weave with two over, one under stitching is durable and soft. Often an upgrade i.e. the pinpoint oxford offers a mush softer finish.
Pique Knit fabric characterized by raised cords or ribs in an all over waffle, honeycomb, or diamond pattern. Popular for polo or golf shirts.
Poplin A tightly woven plain weave fabric with crisscrossing ribs. Cotton or polyester blends.
Rayon Synthetic fabric with excellent softness and drape, like a synthetic silk. Absorbent. Tends to wrinkle and shrink.
Satin Synthetic polyester fabric with a silky, shiny finish. Often used for vests, and bow ties. Usually dry clean only.
Twill Cotton or polyester blends, Woven fabric with distinct diagonal lines on the face, Strong and durable. Examples include aprons, chef coats, and twill shirts.
Spandex Super stretchy, retains shape, Resistant to washing and perspiration. Used nicely in our referee shirts.
Yarn Dyed Yarns are dyed before the fabric is woven extending the color brightness and often improving softness.
Sueded Fleece Fleece that is finished with a gentle sanding to create a luxurious soft feel.
Prewashed/Preshrunk Fabric has been prewashed or treated to preshrink before construction to prevent shrinking.
Stain Resistant, Repellent, Release Fabric has been treated to resist stains or release stains when washed.
Moisture Wicking- Fabric has been engineered to draw moisture away from your skin to be quickly evaporated.
Anti-Microbial Either treated or natural benefit of the material (like bamboo) to reduce odor causing bacteria etc.
Wrinkle Resistant Fabric either by engineering, treating or by nature resists wrinkles for easy wash and wear.
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