Combining Comfort, Style, and Functionality for Healthcare Professionals and Students

Whether you’re a professional or a student, the end of the holidays and the start of a new semester always bring a mix of excitement and stress. It’s inevitable, so it’s best to prepare yourself as much as possible.

This is the perfect time to restock, especially on medical attire that will accompany you throughout the year. There’s no better time to reinvent yourself and make the right choices because, as we always say, your medical uniform is a key part of your daily routine, ensuring comfort, style, and efficiency. 

At Happythreads, we understand this, which is why we’ve decided to ease your burden and offer you a selection of medical scrubs and trousers (with a few small accessories) to make sure you’re ready for September without any mistakes!

How to Choose the Best Medical Scrubs

First, let's look at the selection criteria to consider when choosing the perfect attire for your daily routine. Everyone is different, so there’s no way to declare the perfect outfit (that would be too easy).

Comfort: The Central Point of Choosing Your Medical Attire

We don’t believe in the saying “you must suffer to be beautiful,” as it simply doesn’t apply at Happythreads. We refuse to compromise, and neither should you! As a healthcare professional, performance and results are what count, so it’s essential to set yourself up for success by wearing medical attire that doesn’t cause any discomfort.

Here are our recommendations based on the attributes that matter most to you regarding your workwear:

• Lightweight: A lightweight outfit is the perfect ally during long hours of work. If you prefer attire that you can almost forget you’re wearing, we recommend the Koi Lite collection.
• Breathability: If you work in warm environments and need clothing that wicks away moisture and lets air through, the Koi Cureology collection is for you!
• Flexibility: If your day involves a lot of bending and physical movement, rigid materials can cause discomfort. For assured comfort, we recommend Cherokee Core Stretch medical attire.
• Warmth: If you’re prone to feeling cold and dread winter, nothing is more unpleasant than being cold at work. We suggest opting for the Koi Next Gen line, with its thicker yet stretchy fabric and hallway jackets.
• Plus Size: We know how challenging it can be to find flattering and comfortable medical attire in larger sizes, which is why we offer collections like Koi and Dickies that go up to 5XL and 3XL, respectively.

Functionality: Different Needs for Healthcare Professionals

If you’re moving around all day, working with animals of all sizes, and changing clothes multiple times a day, your needs differ from those working with children in a dental practice (although bites can be common there too). You need to consider what your ideal attire should offer.

• Pockets: Often overlooked, the number and size of pockets in your medical outfit can significantly impact your daily comfort, especially if you often have your hands full or tend to misplace small items. If this sounds like you, we recommend the Koi Cureology Neuro or the Cherokee Core Stretch trousers.
• Indoors/Outdoors: Does your job require you to spend equal amounts of time indoors and outdoors? Do you often encounter chilly corridors at work? We recommend adding a extra layer such as our underscrubs or jackets.
• Easy Care: If you’re short on time, easy-to-care-for attire like the Koi Cureology line is ideal, ensuring your clothes last while saving you time.

Style: Look Stylish at Work with Our Trendy Medical Scrubs

As we said: No Compromises. We want everyone to find joy in their work attire, radiating confidence at work. The downside: you may be overwhelmed with compliments. We promise, you’ll find the outfit that speaks to you from our wide selection of brands, collections, and especially diverse cuts and colours.

• Loose Fit: Comfort and a baggy fit are your top priorities when choosing your clothes? Check out the Cherokee Originals line.
• Slim Fit: If you prefer form-fitting cuts that flatter your figure, you might be interested in the Koi Basics scrub tops.
• Leg Length: Being petite can be a challenge when you’re constantly hemming or stepping on your trousers. Fortunately, we offer three leg lengths, so everyone can have flattering and perfectly fitting attire. Check out our size guide now!
• Colour: If you’re tired of wearing grey, black, and navy, opt for brands that celebrate colour, like Koi or Orange Standard, with their vibrant products!

Medical Scrubs for the whole team

If you’re not just shopping for yourself this season but also for your team, this section is for you! For simplicity’s sake, we recommend choosing unisex attire that fits everyone, making the ordering process much easier.

If you don’t mind putting in a little more effort, why not assign a fixed colour and let your colleagues choose the style they like best? This allows for coherence while encouraging individual expression!

Whether you prefer uniformity or letting everyone have a say in what they wear, we believe that the element that truly fosters a sense of unity among the office staff and with patients is embroidery of the office’s name or logo on everyone’s scrubs! Additionally, embroidering each person’s name can personalise the attire and help patients navigate.

Check out our embroidery service here.

Medical Attire for Students

The first day is always the hardest, especially when you don’t yet have the confidence of a seasoned professional. That’s why we’ve decided to offer some advice and suggestions for finding the attire that suits your situation.

The Importance of Simplicity: Choosing Medical Attire for Students

To express your style while remaining professional as you start your career, choose solid colours or simple patterns for your medical scrub top or trousers, especially early in your career. Also, check if there’s a dress code at your school or hospital. A standard cut will help you avoid any fashion mishaps.

Opting for simple, solid-coloured scrubs like those from Cherokee Revolution is a safe choice that keeps you within the guidelines while presenting a professional look.

• Comfort Matters: You’ll have other things on your mind and can’t afford to be distracted by uncomfortable clothing. As mentioned for healthcare professionals, ensure your medical attire fits well and is suited to your body type.
• Easy Care: Easy-to-care-for clothing, like the Koi Cureology line, is especially useful for students juggling a busy schedule and laundromats.

Budget Constraints: Finding Affordable Medical Attire Without Compromising on Quality

It’s no myth—a good medical outfit can be a significant investment, something students are all too aware of. Here, we present our most affordable ranges and products that still meet all your expectations.

• Affordable Ranges: To help you find scrubs and trousers that fit your budget, here are some useful product suggestions that combine reasonable prices with guaranteed quality. For tight budgets, we recommend our affordable scrubs consisting of the brands Happyfit, Dickies, and Orange Standard, as well as certain items from the Cherokee Originals collection.
• Our Favourite: Beloved by students and among the most attractive products on our site, it’s hard to discuss student attire without mentioning the Dickies collections. The Signature collection offers more affordable, simple, and effective unisex outfits, while the Essential collection provides more refined sets with specific cuts for men and women, ensuring flattering fits in comfortable fabrics.

Guaranteeing Style: How to Choose Medical Attire That Reflects Your Personality

As previously mentioned, a clean, simple style is recommended for your early days, but that doesn’t mean you have to feel ordinary or wear unflattering attire.

• Cuts: A wide variety of cuts and styles are available in the categories we’ve recommended above, so you’re sure to find something you love!
• Capsule Wardrobe: Rather than buying many different styles and colours, it’s more economical to invest in a few similar pieces that always go well together, saving you time in the morning. You can try mixing and matching within similar collections by choosing the same outfits in different colours.
• Accessorise: Accessories are often overlooked, but nothing adds a personal touch to a uniform quite like them! Discover our recommended accessories here!

Back-to-School Essentials: Must-Have Accessories and Medical Scrubs

To perfect your look, choose essential and practical accessories that will add even more personality to your outfits!

• Bags: The Koi tote bag and backpack will help you carry all your essentials.
• Shoes: What better way to brighten your day than with adorable medical clogs? Our selection from the Suecos brand offers a wide variety of choices.
• Socks: Prevention is better than cure—compression socks are a must-have for healthcare professionals. That’s why we offer several stylish models you’ll love wearing!
• Scrub Caps: Essential for the operating room, don’t skip this item! Prefer a neutral style? Check out the Dickies Essential scrub caps! If you’re feeling more adventurous, explore the Chrysval scrub caps!
• Badge Holder: This seemingly minor item can make a big difference if you’re looking to personalise your attire. Let yourself be charmed by our adorable collection.

Editor’s Picks: Best Attire and Accessories for a Successful Back-to-School

• Brightest Set: Koi Basics Becca scrub top and Holly trousers in Mango Heather.
• Trendiest Top: Koi Basics Ari medical scrub top in Fresh Mint.
• Cosiest Jackets: Koi Lite Wellness jacket.
• Men’s Favourite: Dickies EDS Essential set. 

Whether you’re an experienced professional or a beginner student, the new academic semester is the perfect opportunity to refresh your medical attire and prepare yourself in the best possible way. At Happythreads, we’ve carefully selected a range of clothing that combines comfort, style, and functionality to meet all your needs. Remember, choosing the right medical attire is an investment in your daily well-being. So, explore our collection and start this semester with confidence and style!