PPB July 2021

Un i f o rms There’s one apparel item that’ll never go out of fashion with restaurant workers: a pair of classic slacks. An essential part of many restaurant uniforms, the Red Kap ® Elastic Insert Pant is made from a blend of 65-percent polyester and 35-percent cotton twill. Tested to hold up through 50 industrial laundry washes, the 7.5-ounce slacks feature a waist with elastic inserts, two front and back pockets, and it’s made with Touchtex PRO ™ technology to ensure color retention and stain release. Available for waist sizes 27/28 to 59/60 in charcoal, navy and black (shown). SanMar / PPAI 110788, S16 / www.sanmar.com It’s typical to see workers in smaller restaurants, delis, sandwich shops, diners, pubs, food trucks and coffee houses wearing branded t-shirts as part of their everyday uniform. With tie-dye remaining a trend in retail fashion, businesses with a hip, family-friendly or funky feel may opt for a colorful look with the Port & Company ® Crystal Tie-Dye Tee . Made from 100-percent cotton, this 5.4-ounce tee features a rib-knit collar and back neck taping. Available in S-4XL in eight colors, shown in black teal. SanMar / PPAI 110788, S16 www.sanmar.com A flattering choice for waitstaff, the 3.7-ounce Microcheck Gingham Short Sleeve Cotton Shirt offers superior comfort. Made with 100-percent cotton, and available in complementary men’s and women’s styles, the gingham pattern coupled with its soft collar and hand make this a great choice for casual dining environments. Available in black/ white, light blue/white, navy/white and red/white (shown) in men’s and women’s XS-3XL. OEKO-TEX-certified. Artisan Collection by Reprime PPAI 765350, S1 www.artisanbyreprime.com Danielle Renda is associate editor of PPB. 20 | JULY 2021 | INNOVATE