Dark blue uniforms have been popular for a long time. Whether it is the police, aviation, firefighters, formal office suits or airline uniforms, this color appears everywhere. In this article, I explain why so many companies choose dark … read article
The buttons on the ceremonial women’s uniforms of the Royal Navy have come under criticism. According to critics, they are positioned in an inappropriate place, which is why new uniforms now need to be ordered. The cost: £200,000. … read article
The United Nations (UN) collaborated with the Swedish School of Textiles, part of the University of Borås, for its new uniforms. Students designed a collection of sustainable uniforms that will be worn by UN tour guides. Accessories are … read article
A new uniform is never just about comfort. Culture, image, identity and sometimes even politics all play an important role. The controversy surrounding the new Belgian police uniforms shows this clearly. Time and again, criticism has emerged about … read article
Jewellery can complete your outfit. But do they also carry bacteria? Are rings, for example, unhygienic at work? And does shaking hands with someone wearing rings make things less hygienic? Or are your hands and rings, after washing, … read article
Bentley Motors has launched new workwear for employees working with electric cars. While traditional vehicles are mainly mechanical, electric models rely heavily on sensitive electronic systems and batteries. In this article, I show you the new workwear and … read article
Delivering mail has been a profession for centuries. But what did postal workers wear in the past, and how did their uniforms evolve over time? In this article, I explore the history of French postal uniforms and show … read article
Anyone who walks into a McDonald’s is used to being greeted by staff. But that may be starting to change. McDonald’s in China is currently testing robots in uniform. They greet customers, deliver food and move through the … read article
For years, female entrepreneurs received less funding on average than their male counterparts. Fortunately, that seems to be changing. Recent research shows that women may now even have a better chance with investors than men. However, there is … read article
Every now and then, a news story appears about someone wearing a nazi uniform. It almost always leads to outrage and public debate. But is wearing a nazi uniform actually illegal? Or simply offensive? In this article, I … read article