Product Overview
The Kustom Kit Slim Fit Oxford Shirt is a sophisticated garment designed for professionals who require a contemporary silhouette without compromising on the durability expected of modern workwear. This short-sleeve shirt is constructed from a soft, cotton-rich oxford weave, offering a refined texture that is equally suited to a corporate office or a high-end hospitality environment.
By blending traditional tailoring details with modern manufacturing techniques, Kustom Kit has produced a shirt that maintains its shape and professional appearance through repeated wear and industrial laundering. The slim-fit design provides a more tailored look than a standard cut, ensuring your team presents a sharp, modern image to clients and customers alike.
Key Features
- Fused button-down collar: The collar is engineered to stay crisp and upright, providing a consistent professional look throughout the working day.
- Chest patch pocket: Featuring angled corners for a modern aesthetic, this pocket provides practical storage for essential items like pens or security passes.
- Darted back panel: These vertical seams ensure the shirt follows the natural contours of the body, creating a clean, slim-fit silhouette.
- Double-stitched seams: Reinforced stitching on the sleeves and side seams ensures the garment can withstand the rigours of a busy working environment.
- 7-button placket: A classic closure system that offers a secure fit and a traditional aesthetic.
Design & Performance
This shirt is crafted from a lightweight fabric blend of 70% cotton and 30% polyester. This specific composition provides the best of both worlds: the breathability and soft hand-feel of cotton, coupled with the resilience and crease-resistance of polyester. The oxford weave is known for its durability and distinctive 'basket' texture, which hides minor creases better than plain weave alternatives.
The performance of the KK183 is further enhanced by single-needle stitching around the armholes for a cleaner finish and a rounded hem that looks equally professional whether tucked in or worn loose. It is a garment built for longevity, designed to withstand the demands of a professional schedule while remaining comfortable for the wearer.
Customisation: Print & Embroidery
The Kustom Kit Oxford shirt is an excellent canvas for company branding. For a truly professional and traditional finish, we highly recommend embroidery. The structure of the oxford weave supports high-stitch-count logos exceptionally well, making it ideal for chest branding above the pocket or on the collar for a subtle touch.
If you require large, bold branding for promotional events, print is a viable alternative that can be applied to the back of the shirt. Our expert team in Telford, who have been perfecting garment customisation since 1976, will ensure your branding is applied with precision, maintaining the integrity of the fabric while ensuring your logo stands out.
Use Cases
This shirt is perfectly suited for customer-facing roles where a smart appearance is non-negotiable. It is a popular choice for hospitality staff, retail management, and corporate office teams. Because it is short-sleeved, it is an ideal choice for warmer working environments or for staff who require greater freedom of movement in their arms.
Why MyWorkwear
Established in 1976, MyWorkwear has decades of experience in providing high-quality, customised clothing to businesses across the UK. Based in Telford, our in-house production team uses the latest technology to ensure every piece of embroidery and print meets our exacting standards. When you choose us, you are partnering with a company that understands the technical requirements of workwear and the importance of brand identity.
Practical Advice
The slim-fit nature of this shirt means it is cut closer to the body than a traditional tailored shirt. If your team members prefer a bit more room for movement, you may wish to consider one of our regular-fit Oxford alternatives. This shirt layers perfectly under a lightweight jumper or blazer for a layered professional look in cooler months.
Caring for your product
To maintain the professional appearance and the integrity of your custom branding, we recommend a machine wash at 50°C on a synthetic cycle. Washing at this temperature ensures that everyday grime is removed without causing excessive wear to the fabric fibres.
Avoid the use of bleach, as this will degrade the polyester fibres and cause significant damage to any embroidery or print. We recommend that you do not tumble dry this shirt; instead, reshape it while damp and allow it to air dry. This prevents shrinkage and makes the ironing process much simpler.
For the best results, iron the shirt while it is still slightly damp using a warm iron setting. This will help you achieve a crisp, professional finish with minimal effort, ensuring the oxford weave looks its best for the next shift.
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