Sustainable Care Uniforms: A Guide for Eco-Conscious Professionals

Navigating the array of new sustainable uniform options can be challenging. The range of environmentally sustainable, recycled, and organic garments is increasing every week. This guide will break it down for you, making it easier to choose the most suitable environmentally friendly uniforms for your unique needs. More and more councils and private organisations are requesting that you show progress towards sustainability when submitting tenders for business or care packages, so improving your chances of winning business and “going green” at the same time is beneficial.

Sustainable uniforms reduce environmental impact and often offer enhanced comfort and durability. Potential customers are increasingly looking for companies and suppliers that care about our fragile planet. By adopting a sustainable ethos, your company will be more appealing to potential customers. Choosing garments made from recycled or organic materials supports eco-friendly practices that contribute to a healthier planet. Here are some of the top brands and their offerings in sustainable care uniforms available in the UK market:

Onna has released a new range of sustainable cool wicking stretch garments. These scrubs and bottoms are made from 33% recycled polyester, offering excellent breathability and moisture-wicking properties, making them perfect for long shifts. Click Here To View Our Onna range!

Skechers offers eco-friendly scrub tops and bottoms. Their designs focus on comfort and functionality, using sustainable fabrics soft on the skin. Each stretch scrub is manufactured from 7 plastic bottles that would otherwise end up in landfill. Click Here To View Our Skechers range!

WorkInStyle offers affordable sustainable stretch scrubs made from 43% recycled polyester (from waste plastic bottles). Their new “Atlantic” range of affordable sustainable scrubs is available in navy, grey, and ciel (metro), with more colours to come. Click Here To View Our WorkInStyle range!

Regatta’s new “Honestly Made” range includes 100% recycled garments, now featuring polo shirts made from recycled polyester. Regatta’s RG2150 100% recycled polyester polo shirts are designed to maintain their shape and colou and are made from super lightweight 130gsm fabric, ideal for warmer weather. Click Here To View Our WorkInStyle range!

Sol's has launched new organic polo shirts (03566 unisex and 03577 female fit), crafted from 100% organic cotton. These offer a soft, lightweight feel and excellent durability. At just 170gsm in fabric weight, they help keep the wearer cool in warmer weather. Click Here To View Our Sol's range!

Russell focuses on ethical manufacturing and sustainability. Their eco polo shirts are made with 65% recycled polyester for cool wicking benefits and 45% cotton for comfort. The new unisex cotton 570M Eco pique polo is available in various colours and provides lightweight comfort at 180gsm fabric weight. Click Here To View Our Russell range!

Regatta’s “Honestly Made” range includes fleece jackets manufactured using 100% recycled polyester fabric. The RG2051 and RG2052 are popular mid-weight options, while the RG2000 Micro fleece jacket is ideal for year-round wear. Click Here To View Our Regatta Range!

Result’s new “Genuine Recycled” fleeces are made from organic and recycled materials. Click Here To View Our Result range!

Premier offers 100% recycled fleece jackets at affordable prices. The PR830 unisex Recylight micro fleece and PR832 female fit fleece are notable mentions. For a smarter look, the super lightweight ¼ zip fleece is a great option. Click Here To View Our Premier range!

Result’s “Genuine Recycled” range includes water and windproof softshell jackets. The RS901 unisex and RS901F female fit jackets feature a recycled polyester inner microfleece layer and a breathable outer “Topgreen” recycled polyester layer.

To make the most of these sustainable options, consider the following for your team's uniform wardrobe:

Lightweight: Start with sustainable scrubs from affordable brands like Onna or the more premium Skechers. Choose colours that can be easily mixed and matched.

Affordable Pieces: Our eco-friendly polo shirts from Regatta or Sols can be worn under recycled fleece jackets during colder weather or alone on warmer days.

Outerwear: Complete your uniform with a sustainable softshell jacket from Result. These waterproof jackets are ideal for indoor and outdoor tasks.

Accessories: Look for sustainable accessories like eco-friendly masks, hats, and carry bags. We will be launching our new range of eco accessories in the near future!

Explore our website to see our full range of sustainable uniforms (look for the green “sustainable or recycled” buttons on many of our garment images) and help make a positive impact today. We are proud to launch our new "Sustainable" section on our website, making it easy to make the greener choices when it comes to your staffs uniforms.

We hope this guide helps you navigate the world of sustainable care uniforms with ease. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. Let’s work together to create a more sustainable future, one uniform at a time.

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