When people search corporate uniforms vs PPE, they’re usually looking for one clear plan that brings brand, comfort, and safety together. At Alex Direct, we design simple, joined-up wardrobes that look professional in front-of-house moments and support safe, confident work on site. Use this guide to build a cohesive kit list for each role and season, with easy reordering and smart, long-lasting choices.

Start with roles, not items

Begin by listing the roles you’re buying for and the typical day each person has. Note touchpoints like reception welcomes, van loading, warehouse picks, site walk-arounds, and customer handovers. This gives you a natural structure for the wardrobe:

1. A smart layer for introductions and meetings

2. Comfort layers for movement and temperature changes

3. Task gear for specific activities and environments

Tip: name your sets after real situations, for example “Showroom & Handovers,” “Warehouse & Dispatch,” or “Site Walk-Arounds.” It keeps ordering and training crystal clear.

A simple, layered wardrobe framework

Think in three easy building blocks you can mix and match across roles.

1) Brand layer

Clean lines, great first impression, easy care.

1. Polos, shirts, softshells, fleeces, chinos or work trousers

2. Left-chest logo placement for a tidy, consistent look

3. Colourways that match your brand and photograph well

Popular smart choice for reception, sales calls, and client meetings:

Men’s Long Sleeve Oxford Shirt

2) Movement layer

Comfortable pieces that breathe, stretch, and layer smoothly.

1. Moisture-wicking knits for busy shifts

2. Light fleeces and softshells that sit neatly under outerwear

3. Articulated knees and gussets for easy reach, climb, and lift

3) Task gear

The right equipment for the job, selected from your risk assessments.

1. High visibility garments to EN ISO 20471

2. Safety footwear to EN ISO 20345

3. Gloves to EN 388, eye protection to EN 166, hearing and respiratory protection as required

Smart, presentation-ready safety footwear for mixed office-to-floor days:

Men’s Safety Brogues

Rugged, supportive option for outdoor sites and uneven ground:

Timberland Switchback Safety Boot

Role-based mini wardrobes you can copy

Use these as starting points and adapt to your brand colours and activities.

Showroom & handovers

1. Brand layer: Men’s Long Sleeve Oxford Shirt or branded polo

2. Movement layer: light softshell or fine-gauge knit

3. Task gear: Men’s Safety Brogues, slim hi-vis vest kept to hand, compact eye protection

Warehouse & dispatch

1. Brand layer: breathable branded polo

2. Movement layer: lightweight fleece or bodywarmer

3. Task gear: hi-vis per zone, gloves to task, safety footwear. Choose brogues for presentation-led roles or the Timberland Switchback Safety Boot for loading bays and yards

Site walk-arounds & supervision

1. Brand layer: branded polo or shirt under softshell

2. Movement layer: softshell or fleece that layers neatly

3. Task gear: hi-vis jacket/vest, safety footwear, eye and hearing protection as specified

Sizing, comfort, and presentation

1. Inclusive runs: stock a full size range and women’s fits for comfort all day

2. Layer space: choose outerwear that accommodates brand and movement layers

3. Care plan: agree wash guidance that suits the whole wardrobe, making it easy for teams to look consistent every day

Footwear that supports every moment of the day

Footwear anchors confidence and comfort from reception to yard.

1. Presentation-forward days: Men’s Safety Brogues pair smartly with shirts, chinos, or tailored work trousers

2. Outdoor shifts and rough surfaces: Timberland Switchback Safety Boot brings support and grip, with room for seasonal socks

Keep both on your standard list so buyers can match footwear to the day’s tasks and venues.

Everyday checklists

Base layer checklist

• Polos or shirts in durable, colourfast fabrics
  
  

• Easy-care materials that hold shape after washing
  
  

• Consistent, comfortable fit across sizes
  
  

Movement layer checklist

• Light fleece or softshell that layers neatly
  
  

• Breathable, stretch fabrics for active tasks
  
  

• Secure pockets for radios and small devices
  
  

Task gear checklist

• Hi-vis selected to the correct class for the environment
  
  

• Safety footwear matched to floor type and weather
  
  

• Gloves, eye, hearing, and respiratory protection matched to activities

FAQs

Can one wardrobe work across office and site?

Yes. Build a brand layer for greeting and handovers, a movement layer for comfort, and a task set that’s ready when activities change. Store task gear in vehicles or lockers so it is always available.

What’s the easiest way to keep presentation consistent?

Use a small, approved colour palette, consistent garment choices across roles, and a short care guide. A single shirt style, such as the Men’s Long Sleeve Oxford Shirt, keeps photos, meetings, and events looking polished.

How many sets should each person have?

Two to three tops per person plus one movement layer and one set of task gear is a reliable baseline. Add seasonal pieces as required.

What about seasonal changes?

Keep light knits and softshells in spring and autumn, add insulated outerwear in winter, and swap to breathable hi-vis and lighter trousers in summer. The footwear choices above cover both presentation days and outdoor work.

Ready to build your joined-up wardrobe

Build a joined-up work wardrobe online with coordinated, role-ready essentials. Keep colours consistent, choose a single shirt style like the Men’s Long Sleeve Oxford Shirt for a polished look, use Men’s Safety Brogues for smarter days, and add the Timberland Switchback Safety Boot for demanding outdoor tasks.