Promotional Clothing

Why Use Branded Clothing?

A durable business gift, branded clothing is a walking billboard for your marketing message and is bound to leave a lasting impression.

This clothing isn’t just for your customers. Employees can wear clothing with your company logo and marketing message to create a clear, uniform brand image. A company-branded uniform is also said to help unite a team and provide a morale boost.

Clothing also makes for an affordable, yet high impact prize giveaway at an event or trade show.

Watch our video about promo-clothing below:

Types of Clothing We Supply

T-shirts and Polo-shirts

A universal clothing giveaway, t-shirts and polo shirts are affordable and will provide long lasting visibility for your brand. Whether you opt for a more relaxed style short or long-sleeved t-shirt or a slightly more formal polo-shirt, we have a huge range of material types, garment shapes and shades to choose from. If the environment is top of your agenda, we have t-shirts and polo-shirts made from Fairtrade and organic cotton and recycled polyester. T-shirts and polo-shirts are the ideal branded giveaway at events, exhibitions, fundraisers, and sports clubs as well as competition prizes.

The Bespoke Sublimated Polo Shirt is a good sporty option.

Safety Wear

If you are in an industry that requires safety wear such as high visibility jackets and waistcoats, workwear trousers or swearers, we can help to select the perfect branded item to meet your needs. Similarly, if you are in the hospitality sector, we can brand both full length and waist aprons with your company logo.

The Hi Vis Safety Waistcoat is a great example of this.

Jackets and Fleeces

High quality corporate branded jackets and fleeces are bound to leave a great impression on your customers and team alike. Whether you are wanting to entice a new prospect, use a promotional jacket or fleece as an incentive or reward or even kit up your sports team, there will be an option for you. Our branded fleeces and softshell jackets range from embroidered lightweight microfleece tops to showerproof and windproof styles. Branded raincoats are excellent in the UK, with all the wet weather we receive.

Sweatshirts and Hoodies

Always a favourite, sweatshirts, and hoodies branded with your logo are a popular choice, particularly with schools, colleges, universities, societies, and charities. They are also becoming a comfy option for staff uniform and make for an ideal saleable merchandise. With large print areas available, hoodies and sweatshirts are the perfect vehicles to carry your marketing message.

You can go premium with our Adidas Fleece Hoodie which is fantastic quality.

Hats, Caps and Beanies

Extremely wearable and a light-weight clothing item, hats, baseball caps, visors and beanies can be printed or embroidered with your logo. With a broad range of styles and materials available, there is sure to be the perfect option for your brand and marketing message.

Corporate Clothing

We have a wide range of clothing that's perfect for corporate wear, for high-ranking executives to wear the brand wherever they go. Ideal for improving your corporate image.

Aprons and hospitality wear

Functional garments with stain-resistant fabrics and branding across chest or pocket. Best for restaurants, catering, and bar teams. They solve the constant problem of keeping staff presentable during messy service. A great choice if first impressions matter in food service, but not suitable for formal offices. Spec: confirm machine wash at 60°C for hygienic cleaning.

Event t-shirts

Bright, logo-led garments designed for fast recognition across crowds. Best for charity runs, festivals, or one-off event crews. They solve the issue of staff blending into the public by making them instantly recognisable. A great choice if visibility matters most, but less effective when authority and formality are required. Spec: vivid colourfast inks ensure logos don’t fade after a single wash.

The AWDis Cool Recycled T-Shirt is a great option for this.

Gloves and ties

Branded gloves offer functionality during cold-weather events, with added features like touchscreen tips. Ties provide a subtle but formal branding element for corporate or hospitality settings. Both solve niche challenges: gloves keep staff comfortable in outdoor activations, ties align teams in formal venues. A great choice if your setting demands polish or practicality beyond standard garments. Spec: gloves with conductivity yarn in fingertips; ties with woven jacquard for lasting brand detail.

Headwear and accessories

Caps, beanies, and bucket hats add flexible branding in settings where staff need sun protection or winter warmth. Best for festivals, sporting activations, or outdoor hospitality roles. They solve the issue of lost visibility when jackets or aprons cover logos. A great choice if you need secondary touchpoints, but not as impactful for formal client-facing roles. Branded socks make an excellent small winter giveaway. Spec: embroidery areas above 10cm width give best logo clarity.

How to Choose Staff Uniforms and Clothing Giveaways

Fabric durability vs lightweight comfort

• Durable fabrics - best for restaurants or industrial settings where clothes face repeated washing and spills. Tougher cotton blends or polycotton hold colour and resist shrinkage. Choose this when reliability outweighs airflow. Spec: look for fabric weights around 200-240gsm.
• Lightweight fabrics - best for trade shows or long summer events where staff remain standing. Breathable polyester mixes keep staff cooler under spotlights. Choose this when comfort matters more than longevity. Spec: weights of 140-160gsm work best.

Smart formal vs relaxed casual styles

• Smart shirts and blouses - best for boardroom presentations or client-facing office teams. They immediately position staff as authoritative, avoiding the risk of appearing underprepared. Spec: check collar stiffness ratings and crease-resistant treatments.
• Polos and tees - best for busy expos or casual service roles where approachability trumps hierarchy. They avoid overdressing staff for environments where interaction speed is key. Spec: look for reinforced seams and high-stitch-count embroidery compatibility.

Fast-turnaround production vs premium customisation

• Quick production runs - best when events are locked in the diary and deadlines leave no room for error. You trade a narrower range of cuts and fabrics for guaranteed delivery. Spec: confirm lead times under 7 working days.
• Custom-tailored orders - best when creating long-term uniforms for an office or multi-site team. It avoids the frustration of "almost right" fits by providing cuts and finishes aligned to brand style. Spec: expect lead times of 3-6 weeks but more colour-matching precision.

Standardised sizing vs tailored fit options

• Standard sizing - best for larger teams where cost efficiency is crucial. Sizes run from XS-XXL, covering most staff needs quickly. Spec: confirm availability across at least six sizes.
• Tailored fits - best for smaller, client-facing teams where presentation quality is under scrutiny. A tailored cut avoids boxy silhouettes that undermine the polished effect. Spec: request measurements on chest, waist, and sleeve length to compare against staff profiles.

Here are Steel City we're a supplier with a difference, and can manufacture anything you need for your campaign (from luxury to cheap), simply get in touch.

FAQ's

What clothing materials are available?

Here are the clothing materials we can offer:

• Organic Cotton – Organic cotton is grown by natural methods and avoids hazardous synthetic pesticides or genetically modified seeds. It is a sustainable way of producing cotton.
• Fairtrade Organic Cotton – As above but a standard that provides economic benefits to the farmers through a guaranteed minimum price.
• Recycled Polyester – Also known as (rPET) uses PET as a raw material, often found in waste materials such as plastic bottles. A manufacturing process will turn these waste materials into new products – and so they are recycled, helping to reduce wastage into landfills.
• Textured Polyester – A manmade fibre which has excellent moisture wicking and quick dry performance properties. Perfect for sportswear.
• Cooltex® -Registered100% polyester micro mesh fabric designed with superior dry wicking properties.

How can my clothing be branded?

As standard, your clothing will be branded by either print or embroidery. On most items we are able to do more than one colour within the branding and on select garments full colour print is available. We do also offer a branding technique called debossing and embossing on certain products if you are looking for a more subtle effect.

Can you send me a clothing sample before I decide to order?

Yes, we are happy to provide you with an unbranded sample prior to ordering. Please contact the team on 0114 275 4150 or email: [email protected] to organise your sample (we do reserve the right to refuse a sample request).

Do you price match?

We always strive to match or beat any competitor quotes. Just send your alternative quote to us and providing the quote is with a comparable product, we can look to match or better it.

Is there a minimum amount of clothing items that I have to order?

Yes we do have minimum order quantities on our promotional products. You can see the MOQ on the price tab on each product page listing. The minimum amount will be listed first.

Does the clothing price quoted on your website include set up and delivery charges?

Our product prices shown do not include set up or delivery charges. The prices shown are for a one colour print or alternative branding in one position/ item. To receive this information, just click on quick quote on the product page and we will quickly respond to you with a full itemised quote.

How fast can you deliver clothing?

We offer a 1 day, 3 day and 5 day express delivery service if you're in a hurry. Simply click on the ‘express delivery’ icons under ‘Features’ on the left hand side filter menu to see options.

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HIGHLIGHTED TEAM MEMBER

Debbie Hardy | Account Manager

With over 18 years of experience helping and advising customers, Debbie is known for her attention to detail, friendly manner and delivering excellent customer service. Debbie began working for Steel City in 2008 and has been involved with both the production and sales departments of the business. With a wealth of hands-on knowledge, Debbie is in the best position to advise our clients with promotional products that suit their marketing message, budget and time frame.

When not at work, Debbie is known for her DIY skills, having completely renovated her brother’s house, as well as enjoying walks with her husband.

Linkedin | Email: [email protected]

You can meet the rest of the team here.