Comfortable clothing for the hotter weather is something we know all about. Here are some recommendations for summer brands, breathable fabric and customisable options.
T-shirt, Polo shirt, or Work Shirts
The summer weather allows for shorter sleeves to feel the air and the sun upon our arms, so let’s talk shirts.
T-Shirts
T-shirts are really casual, but add an embroidered logo or heat-applied lettering and they become a great piece of uniform and can be your base layer.
Here are some popular choices:
- The AWDis Cool T comes in 49 colours including ‘electric’ bright colours and pastel shades.
- TriDri performance t-shirts offer a soft feel with UPF protection and six shades of green.
- Looking for a v-neck style? Try the Softstyle vneck from Gildan in 100% ringspun cotton which is part of the ‘better cotton’ membership.
Polo Shirts
Polo shirts are a smart casual option, with a collar and a more functional cut they can be elevated with an embroidered crest or logo. We can also offer variations, such as contrasting collars or panels, or tipping on the collar and sleeves (a double-coloured line along the edges).
Well-liked options include:
- Premier Clothing’s ranges of polos are designed for those looking specifically for uniform and workwear as they are practical with an easy-care fabric ideal for warmer weather or hotter environments, such as catering and restaurant settings. These are unisex with extra body length and pop studs.
- Brand Pro RTX offers extra durability for those in the professional trades industries and are available in a wide range of sizes from XS to 8XL.
- If sustainability is a top priority for you and your business then look no further than the Russell Authentic eco polo with recycled polyester and cotton, manufactured at Russell’s own factory cutting down on transport and ensuring they are Better Cotton approved.
Work Shirts
Work shirts are for a great first impression with classic professional attire. The majority of clients have embroidery placed on the right-hand chest above a pocket.
Here is our selection of shirts for summer:
- Comfort reigns supreme with these super soft and stretchy short-sleeved shirts from Premier and can be worn with or without a tie due to the stiffened cut-away collar.
- If you are thinking of classic style Oxford shirts Kustom Kit has a workplace classic fit that has an easy-iron feature and can be washed at 50 degrees, available in a a wide range of sizes.
- An updated style on the classic Oxford shirt is this antibacterial, quick drying and anti-UV UVPF 50 shirt from Henbury. Available in a men’s and women’s style it is sure to appeal to those in fast-paced environments or those outdoors looking to stay smart all day.
Need a summer solution for your workwear?
Contact our team for a clothing option to suit you and your team and talk to us about branding options.
- Email: accounts@belsigns.com
- Call Monday to Thursday after 11 am: 01403 255442 and ask for Toni
Customisation for your summer workwear
Once you have decided upon the brand, style and fabric of your shirts we can customise them. Our services include:
- Embroidery, hard-wearing, recreating your logo with thread
- Direct-to-garment printing, using the clothing as a base for our specialised printers
- Heat-Applied Transfers, a specialist type of vinyl where we can print and design a design that is applied with heat
- Sublimation – where the design is part of printed fabric, think football shirts and full-colour prints.
Contact the team and let us advise you on what type will be best for your usage and budget.
Highlight on brand; AWDis Just Cool
This range of clothing from established brand AWDis has been created to ensure you stay cool and dry. Lightweight fabrics that wick away sweat and take off the heat. They are also vegan-approved and ethically produced with accreditations from WRAP, OEKO-TEX and Sedex.
The Just Cool range has T-shirts, polos, long-sleeved tops, shorts, leggings and vests. All these have a dedicated range for men, women and kids in addition to a unisex range.
The Just Cool range is ideal for sportswear, outdoor trades, gym businesses, personal trainers and school PE kits. Any type of branding can be added, however direct-to-garment (DTG) and heat-applied transfers sit flat upon the fabric. As always, check with our team about what type of customisation will be best for your budget and your requirements.
