How positive is it to have a uniform? In some sectors, the evolution of business casual dress has been seen as a benefit, helping to break down barriers and encourage better co-operation in the workplace. However, there is a psychology to wearing uniforms, and there are clear benefits to workwear being clearly defined, especially […]
Dentists have an image, whether intentional or otherwise. Whereas they may want patients, colleagues and others to judge them on their skills, capabilities, accumulated knowledge and experience, and on their behaviours, the reality is that first impressions count. What are the implications for dentists? What to Wear for Work? There are three crucial elements […]
The clothing people wear reflects the time they live in. This is where style and fashion intersect and can create a snapshot of a particular era. Think of the 1960s or 1970s and you probably can paint a swift mental picture of what people might look like in their everyday clothes. Medical workwear, and […]
Pastelli’s range of modern medical workwear and uniforms for healthcare professionals have nickel-free fastenings. There is a very good reason for this. Nickel can trigger an allergy in some people leading to severe skin reactions. It is therefore vital, both for the wearer of the uniform and those they come into regular contact with, […]
Branding may seem alien to some dentists, but every dental practice has a brand, whether it thinks it does or not. Consequently, the people working in it are a part of that brand, and the uniforms they wear at work should express this. A brand is more than a logo. A logo is a visual […]
Who are you dressing for? This question can be complex when it comes to your personal choice in clothes, but it also resonates with people wearing medical work clothes. Personalisation matters. Social psychologists have studied how clothes affect people’s mood, health and general confidence. This has given rise to something called enclothed cognition. This involves […]
“Dental uniforms need to be reliable, and that’s exactly what we get with Pastelli from RPA Dental.” Simon and Lindsey Welch, principal dentist and practice manager of Fitz Park Dental in Keswick, have been purchasing Pastelli uniforms for a number of years, and there’s a reason why they keep going back. “What we love about […]
This is an ongoing debate among medical professionals themselves and involving the wider public. What are the disadvantages of medical staff wearing their scrubs outside work, on public transport or shopping, for example? The main concern here is to do with hygiene. Some health officials have expressed concern that certain superbugs might be transmitted […]
The beauty business is fiercely competitive, so anything you can do to help differentiate you from your competitors will help. A uniformed staff in a beauty salon is an outwards display of professionalism, which helps the staff themselves feel professional about their jobs, so everyone wins. A beauty uniform also helps shape the identity […]
Why are cotton medical scrubs so popular, even with plenty of alternatives on offer? You can get scrubs made from various blended fabrics, but cotton, typically, is the preferred option. This is not simply down to tradition, or an unwillingness to try something new. Cotton has certain advantages over other fabrics when it comes to […]
