Outerwear To Keep You Cosy With JKL

Celebrate autumn in style whilst keeping warm and dry with our great outerwear collection. Avoid the marathon shopping trip to find the perfect A/W15 jacket because at JKL we have a selection of outerwear ideal for all seasons as well as items for men, women and children of all shapes and sizes.  

It's easy to assume you have to fork out quite a bit for a decent branded jacket but at JKL we have a range of designer outerwear such as Regatta, Craghoppers and Nimbus for a fraction of the price. Plus, don't forget we have our 7 Day Promise scheme which means if by chance you can find an alternative company online who can beat us in price then we are willing to refund the difference.

Shop by brand or browse our JKL jacket collection to find your A/W15 wardrobe staple.

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The JKL 7 Day Price Promise

When ordering online you want the best price, service and options available to you. At JKL this is at the forefront of our mind which is why we want to introduce to you the JKL 7 day price promise.

So what do we mean by our "price promise?"

Unique to JKL, we aim to provide you with the best price on the market for your clothing items including our embroidery and printing services.

If by chance you can find an alternative company online who can beat us in price then we are willing to refund the difference - Just make sure to check out our terms and conditions first.

We have never knowingly been beaten on price as we make sure to constantly check the market place to ensure our price points remains the best.

However, this price promise is only valid for 7 days after purchase so you're going to have to be quick to beat us.

We're the best on the market for personalised clothing, so take the stress out of ordering printed and embroidered clothing as well as our standard garments by using JKL. Speak to one of our sales team on 0114 239 8000 for help and advice with your order.

JKL Does It Best - Personalised Clothing

JKL's summer sales continue with free embroidery and print set up charges on all orders of more than 25 garments.

Personalise clothing for any occasion using JKL's expert services.

Stipulations:

• Embroidered clothing (with same logo and maximum of 8000 stitches)
• Printed clothing  (with same logo and maximum of 1 colour)

To order your personalised embroidered or printed garments either:

• Go through our website ordering system
• Complete our online enquiry form
• Phone JKL and speak to one of our sales staff

Take the stress out of ordering personalised clothing by using JKL. Speak to one of  our  lovely sales team on 01142398000, for help and advice with your embroidered or printed clothing order.

If that reason isn't enough to get you clicking them don't forget to check out our blog post JKL Dedicated To You – Why We Do The Best Printed And Embroidered Clothing to find out why we're really the best.

Summer Savings At JKL Clothing – Embroidered And Printed Clothing

With the first day of summer in the UK starting on June the 21st we can’t wait to swap our trousers for shorts and ditch the layers. At JKL Clothing we’re in the mood for celebrating and you should be to with our latest offer, you can get 10% off all embroidered or printed t-shirts and polo shirts until the end of June.

To redeem this offer please phone one of our professional sales team on 0114 239 8000 and quote summer10.

It couldn't be simpler to order personalised clothing at JKL. There are two garment decorations options available:

• Embroidered Clothing
• Printed Clothing

To order your personalised embroidered or printed garments either:

1. Go through our website ordering system
2. Complete our online enquiry form
3. Phone JKL and speak to one of our sales staff

Take the stress out of ordering personalised clothing by using JKL. Speak to one of our sales team on 0114 239 8000 for help and advice with your embroidered or printed clothing order.

JKL Dedicated To You – Why We Do The Best Printed And Embroidered Clothing

At JKL we have been printing and embroidering clothing for over 10 years, so you can definitely say we know a thing or two about the clothing industry. Operating in-house, we use the very latest print and embroidery machine technology, but did you know we have dedicated team members to help you out?

Dedicated sale team – We are here to help. We appreciate that an order for embroidered or printed clothing is unique to you and therefore each and every order will be different incorporating individual customers bespoke designs. That is why following your enquiry to us one of our experienced sales team will contact you to discuss your order and talk you through the process step by step.

Dedicated account manager – So you’ve just placed an order with us. What next? Well you will be assigned a dedicated sales account manager who will see your order through from the start right through to delivery. They are your point of contact for any questions you may have or alterations you may wish to make.

Customer service – We value of our customers both big and small without them we wouldn’t exist. This is why customer service is at the heart of everything we do. We know we have competition in our industry and we know that customers have a wide choice of where they get their printed and embroidered clothing from. Our staff are regularly trained in customer service and all our processes are geared towards providing our customers with a faultless service. Communication is key which is why although we are a predominantly online business, the telephone is still the most important piece of equipment in our office. We talk to our customers and more importantly listen to them.

Plus, don’t forget we have a special offer on at the moment where you get a 10% discount on all embroidered promotional headwear items, you can find out more information by checking out our homepage.

JKL Facts - Clothing Terminology

At JKL Clothing we work with clothing everyday so are familiar with the terms used to describe the many different types of clothing styles, designs, fabrics etc. This terminology is often used in the product descriptions on our website and so, can be useful to understand when you are selecting the types and style of garment for your order.

We have therefore decided to write a few blogs on the subject of clothing terminology in the hope that it will clarify to our customers what the varying terms mean.

Yoke – This is a piece of clothing material that is sewn into a garment in order to support other looser material on the garment. In shirts, such as polo shirts it is sewn around the back of the neck and shoulder. In trousers and skirts it is sewn around the waist thus supporting the hanging fabric in the legs or the rest of the skirt.

Placket – This means “to lay on” and in clothing refers to allowing the garment to be put on and taken off more easily. In shirts for example the placket can be found on the front where the buttons are and also on the cuff at the end of the sleeve. They are almost always made of more than one layer of fabric.

The above image is a Fruit of the Loom polo shirt showing a front buttoned placket.

Taped Neckline – A taped neckline is a piece of fabric covering the stitching between the garment body and the collar. It strengthens the garment but also and more importantly makes the garment more comfortable to wear.

In our next blog we will look at different types of fabrics and what the descriptions actually mean. In the mean time why not do a spot of shopping and check out our casual leisurewear clothing and see if you can spot our terminology. 

JKL Brand Spotlight – Fruit of the Loom

At JKL Clothing we stock over 100 brands. Each month we focus on one of our brands and provide a brief overview of the brand and information which we hope you will find interesting and may be even help you in your buying decision. This month is the turn of Fruit of the Loom.

Established in America in 1851 Fruit of the Loom is truly a global company with outlets in over 20 countries encompassing 6 continents. Fruit of the loom is something of a branded clothing superpower within our industry.

So here are some Fruit of the Loom numbers;

• 32,500 are the number of people employed worldwide by Fruit of the Loom
• 97 is the number of current styles available
• 51 is the number of colours that these styles are available in.
• 1 manufacturing plant in Morocco
• 21 dye jets, 64 spinning frames and 220 knitting machines are to be found in the Morocco plant
• 2.2 million garments are manufactured here every week
• 50 million garments are held in stock at any one time

These numbers give you some idea of the size of this made for garment decoration heavyweight.

Fruit of the Loom use only the finest US cotton in manufacturing all their clothing and they are currently the only brand to use the Belcoro yarn which is spun on autocard spinning machines providing a cleaner more stable print area with fewer loose fibres.

It may also interest you to know that Fruit currently support 3 main charities (Childline, Cancer Research and the Newlife foundation for disabled children) they are also certified to Oeko-Tex standard 100-08-5295 which certifies that their garments contain no substances harmful to people or the environment.

Fruit of the Loom are a real favourite for us here at JKL Clothing. Their consistency and quality of clothing means that our customers are guaranteed to receive garments of the highest standard. The ease with which their garments accept a variety of printing techniques and embroidery also make them stand out as a preferred choice within the personalised clothing industry.

Often seen as the manufacturer of safe bet styles Fruit have recently developed a style of hoodie that is at the forefront of personalised clothing design. The Fruit of the Loom “Unique” hoodie is a garment that says fun and imagination. 

So whether you are looking for staff uniform, promotional t-shirts, schoolwear or just something fun to wear we would highly recommend Fruit of the Loom.

Five Reasons Why You Should Invest In Printed Workwear

If you are familiar with us at JKL then you should know that we’re a dab hand at customising clothing whether by embroidery or printing. This means we know why you should always invest in printed workwear, we’re not business boffins but we know a thing or two about printed workwear.

1. Get your branding noticed
Make sure your customers know your brand, enforcing your branding on your workwear is a good way to get noticed.

2. Creativity is key
Hands up if you’ve gotten a catchy slogan or song in your head. Not just us then? Creativity is key, and your workwear can be your advertisement space. Think of something catchy or memorable, it might just get you noticed.

3. Make it personal
We’re all human and when we’re playing the customer role it’s nice to know who we’re dealing with. Getting printed workwear which displays the name of the staff member who is helping you is perfect for building relationships.

4. Looks professional
Every little thing helps when it comes to the presentation of your business. Having quality printed workwear may seem like a minor detail but combined with your business branding it makes a big impact.

5. It’s custom
Worst thing about workwear? It’s all the same. Having printed workwear means that you have custom made workwear to represent your business and also satisfy your staff!

JKL On TV? Model Appears On Channel 4’s First Date

Has JKL hit the limelight? The answer is possibly, well hopefully! One of our handsome models for the JKL website will be getting their chance to shine on the Channel 4’s First Date in which a restaurant throws open its doors to single people looking for love.

The show will air on Friday the 6th of March and will see real daters going on real dates. Well, if our lovely model, Sam Reece, turns up in some JKL clothing he’s bound to get a second date!

You can see our model flaunting his stuff for one of our favourite brands Beechfield headwear, a wide array of contemporary hats, caps, and beanies for promotional purposes at top value.

To coincide with Sam appearing on the series, JKL Clothing will be running a 10% off promotion on all Beechfield headwear until 17th April.

To get the discount simply enter the code BF10 at checkout.

Keep an eye on JKL Facebook Page for more details.

Get Personal – Embroidered Workwear At JKL

It’s time to get personal.

Not like that! But with your branding! Make an impact right from the start, whether it’s for you or a whole company we can kit you out.

Using the latest embroidery machines we are able to embroider the vast majority of our garments with company logos and individual designs including embroidered workwear at very reasonable prices.

No design is too complicated and we can advise you on your design and how it will look on your selected garments. Just follow the instructions we provide to obtain an embroidered clothing quote.

Ready to stand out rather than blend in? Ordering couldn’t be easier just pick between these three methods:

1.    Add the products you require to your basket and once in your basket select customise and follow the simple procedure to produce your individual quote.
2.    Complete the enquiry form on our embroidered clothing webpage.
3.    Pick up the phone (0114 239 8000) and speak to one of our sales team who will be happy to provide advice and a full quote.

Get Personal – Printed Workwear At JKL

Standing out from the crowd is a lot easier than you think! Get personal with printed clothing, whether you’re looking for customised workwear or just funny slogan shirts for a holiday away, we understand how great it is to be noticed.

At JKL we have industry leading screen printing facilities which means we can offer quality printed clothing including a printed workwear service at very competitive prices.

No job is too big or small, just provide us with your logo or artwork and we will personalise your clothing items. It’s that easy!

Ready to stand out rather than blend in? Ordering couldn’t be easier just pick between these three methods:

1.    Add the products you require to your basket and once in your basket select customise and follow the simple procedure to produce your individual quote.
2.    Complete the enquiry form on our printed workwear clothing webpage.
3.    Pick up the phone (0114 239 8000) and speak to one of our sales team who will be happy to provide advice and a full quote.

Workplace Clothing Etiquette – Why It’s Best Not To Cut Corners

Ok – Hands up we all like to cut the odd corner when it comes to daily chores but there are a few things that you think you can get away with, but in reality you really, really shouldn’t.

So, to start off the New Year here are a few of our favourite pictures of people cutting corners when it comes to workplace clothing.

1. The improvised face mask
Can’t be bothered to buy a face mask for work? Or maybe you left yours at home, well here is something you really shouldn’t try.

2. Are flip-flops the new safety boot?
Finding the price of safety boots expensive? Why bother when you can turn your flip-flops into a safety shoe. They’ll definitely protect you when you drop something large on your feet, well on second thoughts maybe not.

3. Something out of reach? Try this genius method
Fair enough we can’t call them out on their work wear but we can point out the obvious, a plank and machinery does not mix. Try a ladder next time fellas.

4. Sunglasses & cardboard – The new safety mask hitting shops soon
Where do we start? Sunglasses should not be an alternative for protective eyewear and as for the cardboard face mask, we’re not too sure that will protect you from sparks they tend to set paper on fire.

At JKL we don’t cut corners but we do cut our prices, so if you’re looking for quality work wear that’s purse friendly then take a look at what we have to offer.

Welcome To The Launch Of The New JKL Website

You may have noticed a few changes around here this past month – if not where have you been?
December is particularly an exciting month but for us it’s been hyped up by the exciting launch of our sparkling brand new online store.

Making sure you have a simple shopping experience is important to us. We want you to be able to browse for what you want with ease and find our services such as our personalised embroidery in a jiffy. With a simpler navigation, big and better product images and everything workwear related and more, JKL is your one stop shop.

Each month we’ll be sharing our workwear tips, stories and helpful information so you can stay up to date with the latest from JKL. If you’re more of a fan of social networking then hit us up on our Facebook page, just search JKL Clothing.

Corporate Clothing Additions At JKL

JKL the web based Corporate Clothing provider will shortly be adding the retail Brook Taverner Collection to it range.This will mean that along with the high quality suiting and tailoring presently available from Brook Taverner our customers will also be able to order the retail garments seen on many high streets up and down the country.

The Brook Taverner retail products include garments with a casual look and feel. These include jeans, corded trousers and casual jackets such as the Ayr jacket, the fabric of which is produced exclusively for Brook Taverner by Reid and Taylor of Scotland. 

The material used is a Saxony 520 gram weight which has been styled into a 3 buttoned sports jacket complete with ticket pocket. Both warm and smart the Ayr jacket is sure to keep you protected from whatever the British weather decides to throw at you.

Style and quality are as ever at the forefront of Brook Taverner corporate clothing and all fabrics used meet the Oeko-Tex standard 100 environmental requirements. Brook Taverner also test all their garments prior to releasing them onto the market place. These tests include laboratory testing of all fabrics along with wearer testing for a minimum of 6 months to ensure each and every product style performs to the standard required during daily life.

JKL will keep all its customers informed of the new Brook Taverner products added to their site as they are uploaded. Our aim is as always to provide the most comprehensive range of corporate clothing available on line within the UK and Brook Taverner will certainly be included within that range of garments.

Portwest Workwear Size Chart

Correctly fitting workwear is essential if you are to feel comfortable and safe when at work. JKL Clothing have recently added a page dedicated to the Portwest Workwear Size Guide so that potential Portwest workwear buyers can select the correct size when ordering.

JKL Clothing carry the entire Portwest Workwear range including Flame Retardant, High Visibility and Chef wear ranges. Established for over 100 years Portwest have become synonymous with quality workwear garments.

Sizing is a major issue when selecting any item of clothing and even more so when choosing workwear garments that are worn for up to 12 hours a day in some of the most arduous working conditions. The Portwest Workwear sizing chart is broken down into men's and women's sizes and covers the entire range available including gloves, footwear and individual leg lengths. Portwest also cater for a wide range of sizing options with many of the garments available in sizes ranging from Extra Small up to 5XL. In measurement terms for men's clothing size chart chest sizes this is from 32" up to 64". The Portwest sizing chart also gives you the sizes in both metric and imperial for those not yet converted to metric measurement.

Whilst JKL Clothing will endeavour to provide as much sizing information as possible including the option to speak to one of our customer service staff for help and advice our customers can order safe in the knowledge that any garments that do not fit can be returned for a full refund.

Nimbus – The Jacket Company Now Online At JKL Clothing

 JKL Clothing have added the entire Nimbus Jacket range to their clothing site.

JKL Clothing the Sheffield based Workwear, Corporate Clothing and Staff Uniform supplier have added the Nimbus Jacket Range to their ever increasing selection of men’s and women’s jackets.

Nimbus Jackets bring the latest in Scandinavian design and inspiration. Selecting quality fabrics, Nimbus Men's and Women's Jackets combine design and practicality to produce quality leisure and work jackets that encompass the very latest fashion and trends. From hard wearing work fleeces such as the Men's New York Fleece to Windproof and Waterproof jackets such as the Men'sSanford Jacket and the Women's Ellington Bay Jacket they all offer quality in both design and functionality.

Whether you are looking for a casual or leisure jacket Nimbus will almost definitely produce a jacket that meets your requirements. The Nimbus Jacket Company are proud of their Scandinavian heritage and this design styling and attention to detail comes through in their entire men's and women's jacket range.

Jeff Harris – MD states “Nimbus have long been a brand we have admired and are pleased to finally secure their range of quality garments within our collection of Men’s and Women’s jackets and coats. Nimbus produce a garment that is designed to the latest trends and fashions whilst also selecting quality fabrics to ensure a product that is both pleasing to look at and comfortable to wear. One of the main advantages over many other brands is that the Nimbus range also incorporate embroidery access within their garments to allow garment decorators like ourselves to add embroidered logo’s to the garments without detracting from the quality finish of the jacket”.

Embroidered clothing at JKL clothing

Here at JKL clothing we provide an excellent service so why not chose us as your embroidery specialists. We can embroider a wide range of garments and products with quick turnaround times to suit your personal needs.

Our service covers the embroidery of:

•    Sports and leisurewear such as polo shirts and shorts
•    Corporate wear that include tailored shirts and suiting
•    Work wear that includes protective clothing and work uniforms
•    Children’s leisure and school wear
•    Promotional products like hats, bags and teddies
•    Customised monogramming

We aim to please so you will not be disappointed with the high quality embroidered garments that our embroidery department will produce. No order is too big for us here at JKL clothing, ranging from a minimum of 10 orders to as large as 20,000 plus. Orders can be a mixture of different garments, colours and sizes.

Our price range is subjected to what product you want embroidering and what design you require. Depending on where you want the embroidering and how many items you want doing prices range from £0.90p to £3.60. To help process you order we would like to know the number of stiches contained within your logo, if you do not know this then send us a photograph of your desired logo and we will get back to you. We have a minimum stitch count for our products which is 5,000.

There is a variety of ways you can order your garments and find out more information about us here at JKL, simply call us on 01142398000, or email us at sales@jklclothing.co.uk or you can complete an enquiry form at the bottom of embroidery our page. We aim to provide a detailed quote to you within a 24 hour period.

Workwear Clothing at JKL Clothing

 Comfort and durability are two vital attributes to consider when choosing workwear. At JKL Clothing a wide variety of workwear items are available to suit a wide range of professions. These items can be printed with company logos or a personal message which helps with advertising your company as well as accommodating to all styles.

Waterproof workwear is essential across a range of professions to ensure workers can work under harsh conditions. Waterproofing guarantees dry and comfortable clothes whatever the weather. Waterproof jackets are popular with accompanying waterproof trousers if workers are exposed to rain for long periods of time.

High end clothing is important for workers working in tough conditions using either water-repellent or water resistant material so that they can be dry as well as warm at all times. Fleece liners can be purchased to be inserted into the jacket for added comfort in colder weather. Breathable waterproof workwear is important so that the wearer is kept at a comfortable temperature. 

Good quality brands are vital to ensure that the workwear you but can stand up to everyday use. Brands such as Dickies, who have up to 80 years’ experience, produce great value hard wearing workwear that you can rely on. The brand manufactures everything from safety clothing to gloves all at good prices ensuring fantastic value for money.  All of the Dickies safety wear adhere to EU standards using the latest developments in fabric technology meaning they are at the forefront of workwear.

Waterproof clothing and Dickies branded workwear are all available here at JKL Clothing to suit a range of professions and styles.

Staff Clothing for Walk to Work Week

Walk to Work Week is a national challenge organised by the charity Living Streets. Taking place from the 14th to the 18th of May 2012 it promises to be well supported by companies and organisations up and down the land.

The overall aim of the week is to get people walking to and from work, whilst at work, during lunchtime and beyond thereby improving peoples health and well being.

Organisations and employees are encouraged to sign up to the challenge and utilise the online tools available to record how much walking they do.

JKL Clothing supply a wide range of workwear and corporate clothing garments ideally suited to outdoor activities and walking. Our range includes garments from brands such as Portwest Workwear and Regatta outdoor clothing which have jackets and outerwear for all weather types and to suit all budgets.

The Portwest Technik Softshell Jacket (TK50) is an example of the quality and performance characterised by the Portwest brand.

Available in either black or navy and in sizes from small to XX large it is certified to EN343 Class 3:3 and comes with a windproof and water resistant exterior.

The Regatta outdoor brand is well known for providing suitable protection to those wanting to experience all the outdoors has to offer. One of our best sellers is the Regatta Mens Dover Jacket (RG045).

Available in a range of six colour combinations and sizes ranging from small to 4X large this jacket is suited to those wanting a warm, dry walk to work or those out for a country walk over ardent terrain.

Following last years walk to work event:

•57% of people felt that their overall level of walking had increased

•49% walked some or all of their journey to work five days a week, compared with 27% before Walk to Work Week

•Half of people were 30 minutes or more physical activity on five or more days per week, compared with under a third before Walk to Work Week.
 
Hopefully 2012 will prove to be an even greater success.

Winter Workwear still the order of the day

Workwear orders received by JKL Clothing continue to be dominated by cold weather workwear garments. The UK has just had the wettest April since records began and this has certainly transferred to the styles of workwear clothing that we have dispatched to our customers and received enquiry after enquiry for.

Top of the list has been garments from the Portwest Wet Weather Range such as the Portwest Sealtex Waterproof Jacket.

Available in 5 colour options Black, Grey, Navy, Olive and Royal and 7 sizes from Small to 4 Extra Large this is the perfect wet weather jacket. This usually proves popular throughout the winter months as those requiring workwear jackets look to the weather forecast and make a buying decision on which garment will get them through a typical UK rainy winter day.

We have compared the most popular workwear clothing products sold during the last 2 weeks of April in 2011 with those sold for the same period in 2012. The difference is quite startling. Last year our top selling workwear items included workwear shorts such as the Portwest Workwear Texo Contrast Shorts.

Available in 3 colour options, Black, Charcoal and Navy and 5 size options Small to 2 Extra Large we have only processed a limited number of orders for these and other Workwear Shorts from our range.

Now that we have entered the month of May the weather shows no sign of changing to a more drier climate with many areas of the UK still under water and further flood warnings in place.

Rest assured though when the great British summer does eventually arrive JKL Clothing have a range of workwear garments ideally suited to a warmer drier season.