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Did you know we make up to 35,000 remotely conscious decisions a day? What is Decision Fatigue Decision fatigue refers to the phenomenon of decreased decision-making ability and willpower as a result of having to make a large number of decisions or choices over a period of time. The human brain has limited cognitive resources, […]
Uniforms have always played an important role in many industries, from healthcare to hospitality, and even in the military. While the basic concept of a uniform remains the same, the designs and materials used in modern uniforms have evolved significantly over the years. In recent years, several modern uniform trends have emerged, adding a touch […]
Business and corporate uniforms have been around for centuries, but they are becoming increasingly popular in modern times. With so many subcultures in this world more than ever, makes it challenging for companies to create a dress code in the workplace. This has led to an increase in corporate uniforms in Australia, as more industries […]
Word of the Year First of all. Happy New Year! Everyone is talking about “the word” for the new year. It has kind of replaced the old question “what are your NY resolutions?” It’s a lot easier to remember and focus on just one word to apply to many areas of your life. However, it […]
In the world of work fashion rules, it’s official – comfort wins! The smart sneaker is slowly threatening all breeds of high heels. A classic example of an industry where heels were compulsory for women is aviation. Flight attendants can now fly high without the pump heels and switch up their look to a more […]
Here comes the sun. Finally! This year felt like the longest wait for summer with a year of wild weather and more world news that continues to change our history for the worse. It’s time for a change of pace. What better way to brighten things up than a change of scenery? When the weather changes, […]
If you recently watched Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral, you would have been blown away by this grand final farewell. It was probably the largest funeral we will see in our lifetime. It had a very fascinating fairy-tale feel with the Palace, the King, the Queen Consort along with the rest of the family’s Princes and […]
We already did a “find your fit” special on trousers for women. Now winter is over, naturally we are doing another one on skirts! While finding the right skirts for work may seem like an easier task, there is an art to wearing the right skirt for your shape. Here’s what we know. . . […]
If you’ve fallen into the daily grind of wearing the same business shirt every day of the week, we’re here to ignite some inspiration in your work wardrobe. Men’s Shirts don’t exactly ooze excitement, but with a few simple changes, your work wardrobe has the potential to spark a bit more joy into your working […]
When you’re working the nine-to-five, time is of the essence, which is why you shouldn’t waste a minute of it fussing over your crinkled business shirts! With a few simple care steps, your business shirts can stay fresh and wearable all week long, no fuss necessary! Here’s our guide to caring for your work shirts: […]
If you think business shirts belong just in a man’s wardrobe, think again! The business shirt has made a statement in women’s wardrobes and is one of our favourite feminine work looks. With so many ways to wear and style, a business shirt is a great piece to grab and put on in the morning […]
Whatever we can do to make life easier, we try to do it. Right? We love capsule wardrobes at The Uniform Edit. A capsule wardrobe could be interpreted as a uniform or simply your own personal signature style. It’s intelligent styling and a much more economical way of organising your wardrobe. With so many more […]
We have explained more than enough of how uniforms can benefit your brand. But the term uniform is also used for someone’s personal uniform style – AKA signature style. This also contributes to your personal brand, whether you are working on defining a personal brand for yourself or not, your style is significantly having an […]
Looking for the perfect, practical work dress? As corporate casual wear is on the rise, women are seeking the perfect balance between office-chic and the tech look. A lot of small to medium-sized businesses have a relaxed corporate environment that prefers a dress code somewhere between classic corporate and casual dress. They believe it’s the […]
As we step away from the holidays into work mode, we love to start the new year with a fresh vibe. A new attitude, new direction, and a new wardrobe. We want to make shopping for your Monday to Friday wardrobe simple. Shopping for a corporate wardrobe doesn’t have to be (and shouldn’t be!) […]
Many Australians are eager to bounce out of lockdown. With hot spots all getting ready to reopen, the public is craving to dress up for some fun in the sun, and every other occasion. They say in difficult times fashion is outrageous. When people have been starved of style, this would indeed apply. So, it’s […]
When the temperature drops, there’s nothing worse than feeling that uncomfortable constant chill. Keeping warm in the middle of winter is everything. We want to embrace the season in the comfort of our style. Your everyday style for work is easier when it’s streamlined. Get the look this season with our simple winter wardrobe uniform […]
Just when we thought the COVID coast was clear, the snap lockdowns are back in fashion. Which means uncertainty, mask life, working from home, special workplace conditions, and canceling that upcoming special event you were looking forward to. While there’s a lot to complain about, there is also much to be grateful for. We are […]
Whether its winter, or summer, a corporate jacket is the most professional and stylish way to instantly jazz up your outfit for work. Nothing means business more than a work jacket. Corporate jackets come in many different shapes with a rather complicated display of features, especially when it comes to men’s work clothing. At The […]
Are you tired of uncomfortable work pants that leave you feeling restricted and uneasy all day long? Ladies, winter has arrived! It’s time to upgrade to the most comfortable women’s work pants! While we love to throw on our favourite jeans all winter long, this isn’t always appropriate at the office. For the guys, all […]
The chill has officially blown into our hemisphere, abruptly pushing us to shift wardrobe gears. At this point we realise it’s time to pull out the winter stash and find our feet again in adapting for the chill. There is so much more to think about and we can tend to get a little unsure […]
Hospitality uniforms over the past few decades have changed dramatically. We’re seeing more groovy, smart-casual, and innovative uniform options that express the personality of the brand whilst being totally functional. If you want to spice up the work uniforms in your hospitality business, here are our favourite on-trend looks: The Denim Apron A café or […]
Corporate dress code standards for the regular professional office environment have mostly remained the same for the past decade. Besides the changes in fashion trends and a more relaxed vibe for certain industries, the rules haven’t changed too much. Collared shirts or polos for men, no short dresses or skirts, uncreased clothing, covered clean shoes, […]
No matter the season, style, or situation, can you ever go wrong with a blouse? The answer is no! From the office to a night on the town, the humble work blouse is every woman’s must-have wardrobe essential. To keep it versatile and exciting for your Monday to Friday, here are our 6 ways to […]
Everything has a season, and every season has a trend… workwear included! Especially hospitality, where work wear needs consistent replenishing to keep staff clean, safe and looking professional. Plus, the staff of your restaurant, café or hotel and what their wearing are effectively the face of the brand; when they’re looking good, people are going […]
So, we have finally said goodbye to 2020. Although it’s a new year some of the same old rules still apply. Social distancing, mandatory masks, no standing at restaurants and bars. With that said, after everything we experienced last year, the sky is really the limit in 2021. The world has endured change like we […]
Waking up each morning to go to work really is an event to look forward to these days. Especially after being out of a job or working from home every day through most of 2020. The idea of heading to the office is a novelty worth dressing for the occasion. Your selection of clothing for […]
Our favourite time of the year has finally arrived! As the coldness of winter 2020 is fading and colours of spring are starting to bloom, it’s nice to see that we are coming out on the other side of the most life-changing year of the century. As the quote goes, “In difficult times, fashion is […]
If only life was like the movies. Remember the opening scene to The Devil Wears Prada? It amusingly contrasts Andrea’s (Anne Hathaway) routine being not quite as graceful the other typical Manhattan women working in the same industry. She keeps it (very) simple while their attention to detail is down-pat to a fine art. Most […]
Answer this honestly. What comes to mind in the first 10 seconds when you think of “uniforms”? School? Fast food? Air hostess? Bell boy? Boring? Sexy? Uniforms have come a long way since a polyester polo shirt and school skirts. Have you seen what some of the upmarket restaurant staff are wearing lately? Or the […]
Do you consider the timeless polo shirt boring or a fashion staple genius? At the Uniform Edit, we believe it all depends on how you wear it! The polo shirt is commonly associated with being simply a uniform piece, but it is also regarded as a timeless fashion statement in sportswear and the social scene. The […]
The Uniform Edit is always watching the fashion scene so we can inject some of these designs into our uniform collections. The relaxed social work style is on the rise. People want to seamlessly go from work to play and look much more approachable as they venture out for meetings, work conferences and the like. […]
Once upon a time preparing to go on screen was a big deal. It usually involved being on an elaborate professional television set. These days, almost everyone and anyone gets in front of the camera. Whether it’s done professionally by a production house or a DIY job with your tripod at home, amateur videos are […]
We have officially said goodbye to another decade, which makes the 20’s a new era for fashion to evolve into something new. Perhaps it’s time to say good-bye to the 80s and 90s revamped trends and go back to classic and chic? Which era do you think will be the inspiration for 2020? Part of […]
Corporate uniforms have come a long way in the past decade or so with more companies choosing to keep their staff fashion in check. We’re not just talking about big-budget enterprises. Even small and medium-sized businesses are choosing to keep their brand consistent at all touchpoints. When we ask our clients why they’re taking on […]
What is a Capsule Wardrobe? While we may be a uniform specialist, we know more than just uniforms. We know corporate fashion. There is a new sartorial term “style uniform” or “uniform style” which is often used interchangeably with signature style. So, in a sense, just like a uniform – a signature style does remain […]
It’s true, isn’t it? When you hear the word uniforms it instantly takes you back to your school days where everyone looked exactly the same, the fits were shapeless, the colours unflattering and the fabric of poor quality. And in the adult workforce, it can often still be the case. The Uniform Edit is really […]
You asked for it! So, we got it for you! But before we reveal the surprise let’s talk a little about a corporate dress of ours in particular – the shirt dress. The Uniform Edit has always made shirt dresses, and have worked to continually improve them based on demand for comfort, more flattering fits […]
We spend most of our daylight hours at work all week, so why do many of us wait for the weekend to be in fashionable form. If your company has a uniform or is considering one, it’s usually for branding purposes or to keep dress codes under control. That’s not to say only weekends are […]
We are well and truly in the thick of winter adapted to adding the extra layers in our dressing routine. Stockings, base layers, outer wear. It’s a daily wardrobe battle that requires you to allow a little extra time to get dressed each morning. Our resident models Audrey and Steve have it sussed this season! […]
Do you have an overcrowded wardrobe, yet still feel you have nothing to wear? Are always planning your next “must have” to add to your already cluttered collection? Many of us are hoarding over half of our wardrobe (and that’s the lower end), for emotional reasons or from overlooking the unsuitability of it shopping at […]
A lot can happen in a decade. Its funny when you realise it’s been 10 years since a certain event, you tend to reflect on the past decade which is a lot different to looking back on the year that’s been every New Years Eve. Its 2020 next year so many of you will remember […]
The corporate polo has been a safe staple for many years. The polo shirt used to have a boring unimaginative fashion stigma attached to it both in and out of the uniform space. For the corporate wardrobe, other than a collared shirt or blouse it seems to be the only option for men and women […]
Incorporating all your corporate colours in your team’s uniform may not always be the most sensible fashion decision you’ve ever made. For example if your corporate colour is yellow and brown it may not be the most suitable colour combination. People often think that all corporate colours need to be present in a uniform. This […]
There are countless ways to customise workwear. A staple in the corporate world is the collared-business shirt. They don’t have to be boring – they can speak to the brand and aesthetics of a business. Here are our top eight simple ways to customise a shirt. 1. Coloured Stitching Coloured stitching is one of the […]
Getting ready each day – putting on the same uniform, accessories, and shoes – can start to feel mundane fairly quickly. It’s easy to slip into a quick and easy routine of spending as little time as possible getting groomed for work, however, it’s essential to separate “quick and easy” from lazy and sloppy. Keep […]
A work uniform is a huge investment and ensuring your team members look after it is just as important, if not more important than the initial roll out. Whilst most garments have care instructions on the label, we sometimes miss the finer details. With life so busy we can get caught up in other things […]