Product Overview
The Kustom Kit KK182 Stretch Oxford shirt is a contemporary interpretation of a traditional workwear staple, specifically engineered for the modern professional. By combining a classic aesthetic with a modern slim-fit silhouette, this shirt offers a sharp appearance without the restrictive feel often associated with formal tailoring. The inclusion of stretch fibres allows the garment to contour to the body while maintaining a high level of comfort throughout a demanding working day.
Key Features
- The fused stand-up button-down collar provides a structured and professional look that remains crisp, whether worn with or without a tie.
- Integrated back darts create a more refined, tapered shape that minimises excess fabric for a sleek, slim-fit appearance.
- A rounded hem offers the flexibility to wear the shirt tucked into trousers for formal environments or untucked for a more relaxed look.
- The back yoke and single-stitched armholes provide reinforced strength at the points of highest tension, ensuring the shirt withstands frequent movement.
- Two-button cuffs with a buttoned placket allow for a precise fit around the wrist, maintaining the garment's clean lines.
Design & Performance
This shirt is constructed from a sophisticated tri-blend fabric consisting of 58% cotton, 37% polyester, and 5% Lycra. This specific composition is designed to offer the best of three worlds: the natural breathability of cotton, the durability and crease-resistance of polyester, and the superior flexibility of Lycra. The result is a lightweight fabric that moves with the wearer rather than resisting them. Furthermore, the 'easy care' finish reduces the time required for maintenance, ensuring the shirt looks professional with minimal ironing.
Customisation: Print & Embroidery
The smooth, fine weave of the Oxford fabric makes the KK182 an exceptional canvas for customisation. For businesses seeking a premium, permanent branding solution, we highly recommend embroidery for logos on the chest or collar; this provides a texture and depth that reinforces a professional image. For larger, more vibrant graphics often required for events or promotional work, our high-quality print methods are equally effective. All customisation is handled in-house by our expert team in Telford, drawing on our heritage that dates back to 1976.
Use Cases
This slim-fit shirt is perfectly suited for front-of-house staff in the hospitality industry, where looking sharp is as important as the ability to move freely. It is also an excellent choice for corporate office environments, sales teams, or any role where a modern, tailored professional appearance is required.
Why MyWorkwear
At MyWorkwear, we have been perfecting the art of professional clothing since 1976. Operating from our specialised facility in Telford, we bring decades of technical expertise to every garment we process. Our long-standing reputation is built on delivering high-quality, customised workwear that businesses can rely on for both performance and style.
Practical Advice
As this is a slim-fit garment, it is designed to sit closer to the body than a standard-fit shirt. We recommend consulting the size range, which spans from 13.5" to 18.5", to ensure the best possible fit. If you are between sizes or prefer a slightly more relaxed feel while keeping the slim aesthetic, opting for the larger neck size may be beneficial. The stretch in the fabric is forgiving, but the cut remains distinctly tailored.
Caring for your product
To ensure your shirt maintains its shape and the integrity of any custom branding, we recommend a domestic wash at 40°C on a synthetic cycle. This temperature is sufficient to clean the fabric effectively without placing undue stress on the elastic Lycra fibres.
It is important to avoid the use of bleach, as this will degrade the fabric fibres and lead to premature wear or loss of colour vibrancy. When ironing, use a medium heat setting; excessive heat can damage the synthetic components of the blend, potentially leading to a 'shiny' finish or loss of elasticity.
We strongly advise against tumble drying or dry cleaning this shirt. Tumble drying is particularly harmful to Lycra, as the high heat can cause the elastic strands to break, which would result in the shirt losing its slim-fit silhouette over time. Air drying on a hanger is the most effective way to preserve the garment's life and appearance.
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