Eco-Friendly Workwear: Why Recycled Fabrics are Taking Over in 2026
If you've been shopping around for custom workwear lately, you've probably noticed something: recycled fabrics are everywhere. And we're not just talking about a few niche eco-brands anymore. In 2026, sustainable materials have gone from "nice to have" to pretty much standard across the industry. So what's driving this massive shift? And more importantly, should […]
EN ISO 20471 Simplified: Choosing the Right Hi-Vis Class for Your Crew
Look, we get it. Safety standards can feel like wading through treacle. You've got a crew to manage, jobs to finish, and the last thing you need is to decode another set of regulations. But here's the thing about EN ISO 20471 – it's actually pretty straightforward once someone breaks it down for you in […]
5 Pro Tips to Keep Your Printed Logo Looking Sharp (Even After 50 Washes)
You've just invested in smart-looking printed workwear with your company logo front and centre. Your team looks professional, your brand's out there, and everything's brilliant. Until wash number 15, when that crisp logo starts looking a bit… tired. Here's the thing: getting quality printed workwear is only half the battle. The real secret to keeping […]
UKCA Marking on PPE: 5 Critical Things Every Employer Needs to Check
If you're responsible for buying PPE for your team, you've probably noticed those little marks on safety boots, hi-vis jackets, and protective gloves. But do you actually know what they mean? More importantly, do you know what you're legally required to check before handing that kit out to your workforce? Let's be honest – compliance […]
Embroidered Workwear vs. Printed vs. DTF: Which Lasts Longest on Site?
Let's be honest, workwear takes a beating on site. Between concrete dust, cement splashes, repeated washes, and the odd encounter with a nail or sharp edge, your team's branded gear needs to be tough as old boots. But here's the question we get asked all the time at our Wiltshire workshop: which personalisation method actually […]
The 2026 Guide to Buying Personalised Workwear for Small Businesses
Running a small business means every decision counts. When you're thinking about kitting out your team with personalised workwear, it's not just about looking the part, it's about building your brand, boosting morale, and making a professional impression that sticks. The good news? Getting quality personalised workwear in 2026 is easier and more affordable than […]
The Move to “Tech-Wear”: Why Builders are Choosing More Breathable Fabrics
Gone are the days when workwear meant stiff, heavy fabrics that felt like you were wearing cardboard by lunchtime. If you've been on a building site recently, you might've noticed something different – crews kitted out in gear that looks and performs more like something you'd see on a fell runner than a bricklayer. Welcome […]
From Polos to Parkas: How to Build a Complete Uniform Kit That Works
Kitting out your entire team with branded workwear doesn't have to feel like climbing Everest. Whether you're managing a construction crew who need everything from summer polos to winter parkas, or you're running a medical practice that requires specialised uniforms, getting it right comes down to proper planning. Let's break down how to build a […]
Tailored for Success: The Importance of Better-Fitting Uniforms for Women in Business
For a long time, the industry standard for workwear was basically "one size fits all": and by "all," they really meant "men." If you were a woman in a trade, in logistics, or even in a corporate-leaning role that required a uniform, you often had to settle for a "unisex" fit. If you’ve spent five […]
Safety Without Compromise: Why Proper Women’s PPE is a Workplace Essential
Today, we’re diving into the heavy stuff: safety. Specifically, why proper-fitting Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) isn't just a matter of comfort or looking the part: it’s a fundamental workplace essential that can literally save lives. Here at Michaels Workwear, we’ve seen the industry evolve, but for a long time, the "standard" for PPE was "Small […]
Built for the Job: The 2026 Guide to Women’s Workwear That Fits
If you’ve ever tried to get through a full shift in workwear that doesn’t properly fit, you’ll know it’s not just uncomfortable — it can become a real safety issue. Today, we’re talking about what carries you through the whole workday: workwear that fits, moves, and lasts. For too long, women’s workwear was treated as […]
High-Performance Women’s Outerwear for Every Industry
Our team has been digging into why the industry is finally moving away from the “one size fits men, and women can just deal with it” mentality. Today, we’re tackling one of the biggest bugbears in the trade: outerwear. For decades, the standard approach to women’s jackets, parkas, and high-vis gear often relied on simply […]
Safety Without Compromise: Portwest’s Essential PPE for Women
For a long time, the world of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was a bit of a "one-size-fits-all" environment. And let’s be honest, "one-size-fits-all" almost always meant "one size fits men." For the women working in construction, engineering, logistics, and manufacturing, the options were often limited to wearing oversized men’s gear or, perhaps worse, finding "shrunk […]
Tailored for Success: The Best Portwest Uniforms for Women
For a long time, the world of professional workwear followed a pretty lazy rule: "Shrink it and pink it." If a company needed uniforms for women, they’d often just order the men’s version in a smaller size or, worse, add a splash of pastel and call it a day. At Michaels Workwear, we know that […]
Step in the Right Direction: The 2026 Guide to Portwest Women’s Safety Footwear
For too long, the approach to women’s safety footwear in the industrial sector was, frankly, a bit of an afterthought. It was the "shrunk and pink" era, take a bulky men’s boot, scale it down a few sizes, maybe add a magenta accent, and call it a day. At Michaels Workwear, we’ve always known that’s […]
No More “Shrunk and Pink”: High-Performance Portwest Women’s Outerwear
For a long time, the industry approach to women’s workwear was, frankly, a bit of an afterthought. It usually followed a predictable, frustrating pattern: take a men’s jacket, shrink the dimensions, maybe add a splash of pink or a decorative floral stitch, and call it "women's fit." At Michaels Workwear, we’ve heard the complaints loud […]
Easter 2026: When Workwear Meets the Easter Bunny!
Hey everyone, Christian here from Michaels Workwear! Can you believe it’s already the 20th of March? Spring is officially in the air, even if the British weather is still trying to decide whether it wants to be sunny or give us one last frost. But more importantly, we are exactly 16 days away from Easter […]