5 Things to Consider Before Ordering Bulk Uniforms for Your Singapore Business

Getting Your Uniform Order Right the First Time

Ordering custom uniforms for your team is a significant investment. Whether you're a startup ordering your first batch or an established company refreshing your brand, these five considerations will help you avoid costly mistakes.

1. Start with Your Use Case, Not Your Budget

Before looking at prices, clearly define how the uniforms will be used:

• Daily office wear? Prioritise comfort and durability — poly-cotton polos or cotton t-shirts that can handle frequent washing
• Client-facing roles? Invest in premium fabrics and embroidered branding for a professional finish
• Outdoor or active work? Dri-fit and moisture-wicking fabrics are essential in Singapore's climate
• One-off events? Budget-friendly options with screen printing work perfectly

Your use case determines the fabric, branding method, and quality level — which then determines the price. Starting with a budget often leads to compromises in the wrong areas.

2. Get Your Sizing Right

Sizing issues are the number one cause of dissatisfaction with bulk uniform orders. Here's how to avoid problems:

• Collect individual size measurements rather than relying on "standard" sizes — sizing varies between manufacturers
• Request a size chart from your supplier before placing the order
• Order size samples first if possible — a small upfront investment saves major headaches
• Include a buffer of 5-10% extra in the most common sizes (M, L) for new joiners and replacements

3. Choose the Right Branding Method

Each printing/branding method has pros and cons:

Embroidery — Best for logos on polos and formal wear. Durable, premium look. Higher cost per unit but lasts the lifetime of the garment.

Screen printing — Best for simple designs with 1-3 colours. Very cost-effective for large quantities. Not ideal for complex, multi-colour designs.

DTF (Direct-to-Film) — Best for complex, full-colour designs. Good for medium quantities. Handles photographic detail well.

Sublimation — Best for all-over prints on light-coloured polyester fabrics. Popular for sports jerseys and event tees.

Our recommendation: For most corporate uniforms, embroidery for the chest logo and screen printing for any back design offers the best combination of quality and value.

4. Plan Your Timeline

Production timelines in Singapore's custom uniform industry typically look like this:

• Design and mockup: 1-3 days
• Production: 7-14 days (depending on quantity and complexity)
• Shipping to Singapore: 3-7 days
• Total: 2-4 weeks from approval to delivery

Key tips:

• Start the process at least 4 weeks before you need the uniforms
• Factor in revision time — your first mockup might need adjustments
• Avoid peak seasons (December-January, Chinese New Year period) when production capacity is limited

5. Think Beyond the First Order

Your uniform supplier should be a long-term partner, not a one-time vendor. Consider:

• Reorder capability — Can they reproduce the exact same uniform for new employees?
• Colour consistency — Do they keep records of Pantone codes and fabric specifications?
• Small top-up orders — Can they handle orders of 20-30 pieces for new hires, or only large batches?
• Design updates — If your branding evolves, can they adapt existing uniform designs?

At SG Corp Uniforms, we maintain records of every order — fabric specifications, colour codes, sizing details — so reorders are seamless and consistent.

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