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Logo buttons for uniforms are buttons that carry the crest, emblem or name of an organisation and are an essential element of uniforms in hospitality, security, transport, schools and corporate teams. Metal buttons with a relief logo are used most often, and for workwear that is washed frequently, sturdy polyester buttons with laser engraving.
Why uniforms have logo buttons
A uniform must be recognisable, consistent and hard to imitate. A logo button is a small but powerful detail: it confirms that the garment is official, gives it a finished look and reinforces the organisation's identity with customers and the public. On traditional uniforms the crest on the button is part of the institution's history, and on corporate wear the logo is an extension of the brand.
Where logo buttons for uniforms are used
- Hotels and restaurants – reception jackets, doormen's uniforms, waiters' waistcoats.
- Security – shirts, jackets and coats with the company emblem.
- Transport and aviation – jackets, coats and shirts for crews and staff.
- Schools and academies – blazers with the school crest.
- Corporate wear – jackets and waistcoats for sales teams, banks, representative offices.
- Bands, clubs, guards – ceremonial uniforms with decorative buttons.
Metal or polyester buttons for uniforms
| Criterion | Metal with relief | Polyester with engraving |
|---|---|---|
| Look | formal, classic | understated, everyday |
| Suitable for | jackets, coats, ceremonial uniforms | shirts, work jackets, kitchen uniforms |
| Durability in washing | high; the finish may wear over time | high; light and safe in industrial laundering |
| Logo | raised, enamel possible | recessed, colour fill possible |
| Weight | heavier | light |
Most organisations combine the two: metal buttons for jackets and coats and polyester ones for shirts and workwear – with the same logo.
How to choose the finish
With uniforms, the finish carries meaning. Gold is traditionally associated with higher rank or representative positions, silver with a modern and neutral style, and an oxidised or black finish with security, transport and a sporty character. It is important that the finish is the same across all batches, because uniforms are produced in stages and a difference in tone between two orders is noticed immediately. That is why the approved sample is kept as the standard.
Sizes for uniform garments
| Position | Usual size | Approximately, mm |
|---|---|---|
| Jacket front | 28L–32L | 17.8–20.3 |
| Jacket sleeve | 20L–24L | 12.7–15.2 |
| Coat, greatcoat | 32L–40L | 20.3–25.4 |
| Shirt, pockets, epaulettes | 16L–22L | 10–14 |
| Waistcoat | 20L–26L | 12.7–16.5 |
The sizes are approximate and depend on the cut. Give them in lignes or millimetres, or send a sample garment.
Specifics of uniform orders
Long-term use
Uniforms are used for years and are reordered when new staff are hired. Choose a design that can be reproduced and keep the technical data: code, size, finish and logo file. For a relief logo, the die is kept for future orders.
Spare buttons
Uniform buttons are lost and broken more often than those on fashion garments. Plan a maintenance reserve, kept by the person responsible for uniforms or supplied together with the garment.
Durability in washing
Workwear is often laundered industrially at higher temperatures. In this case polyester buttons or metal buttons with resistant finishes are a safer choice. Tell us how the garments will be cared for so that we can suggest the right material.
Additional branded details
A uniform rarely has only logo buttons. They are often joined by metal plates and emblems, embroidered badges, buckles and woven labels. When all the metal details are in one finish and carry the same logo, the uniform looks cohesive.
Designing the logo for uniform buttons
Institutional crests are often complex – with a shield, crown, laurel wreath, lettering and several colours. On a 15 mm button such a crest must be adapted. The usual solutions are: keeping the main silhouette and removing the small elements; a separate, even more simplified version for the sleeves and shirts; lettering around the edge only on the large buttons. With corporate logos the approach is the same – the company symbol on all sizes and the name only where there is room. If the organisation has a visual identity manual, send it together with the file so that proportions and colours are respected.
Sewing and fitting
Shank uniform buttons are harder to sew by machine and often require a manual finishing operation. On jackets and greatcoats, buttons with a removable system – a split pin or ring – are sometimes used, which are taken off before dry cleaning. If you produce the uniforms in your own factory, confirm the type of attachment in advance so that no change in the process is needed.
What to include in your inquiry
- The logo or crest in vector format.
- The types of garments and the number of buttons in each position.
- The sizes by position.
- The desired material and finish.
- How the garments will be washed.
- Approximate quantity and delivery schedule, if the uniforms are produced in stages.
What determines the price
The price is influenced by the material, the size, the need for a new die, the finish, the number of enamel colours and the quantity. With framework agreements and repeat orders, one-off costs are not repeated. For a specific figure, send a request for a quote.
Uniform buttons from Polkom
Polkom is a manufacturer of accessories for fashion, furniture, footwear and bags, based in Sofia, with over 30 years of experience. We make logo buttons for uniforms and corporate wear, produce samples for approval, attach buttons and deliver across the EU. Send an inquiry with your logo and a description of the uniform.
