Uniforms

The casino industry offers a wide variety of job opportunities. Each job is important, and it’s a great industry to get into. Some jobs require math skills and others require a specific license—but the majority of casino jobs require a customer service orientation with an eye for providing a memorable and entertaining experience for patrons. With the right staff and the right casino uniforms, you can really make an impression.

The heart of the casino is the gaming staff. Game floor employees execute the card games. Dealers deal cards, shuffle the deck, exchange chips for cash, and figure payouts to winning hands. Floor managers (or “pit bosses”) oversee a group of dealers and tables. A state gaming license is required to work the game floor.

Cage cashiers perform credit card transactions, cash checks, transfer chips to the casino floor, and redeem chips. Similarly, the soft count team counts and sorts the contents of the drop boxes where dealers put money when exchanging for chips at the table. Accountants audit food and beverage banks, the cage, and casino tables. These positions also require a state gaming license.

The food and beverage department includes servers, bartenders, cooks, and supplementary personnel (like bar backs, bussers, expediters, and supervisors). Gaming licenses aren’t required for these jobs, but some positions might require liquor control licenses.

No matter where you work in a casino, it’s important to have the right casino uniform. You can find everything you need right here at Sharper Uniforms!

Polo shirts are among the most classic uniform pieces. But do you know anything about where they came from? We’ve got great polo shirts for men and women here at Sharper Uniforms—so we were interested in their history.

Polo shirts date back to the 1800s when polo players began wearing them as sporting attire. (Guess the name makes sense, then!) They are sometimes referred to as a golf shirt or a tennis shirt, too. When not being used as a classic uniform piece, polo shirts can also be seen on people at country clubs and in offices of casual Fridays.

A long sleeved polo shirt was first worn in the 1800s by polo players. But in 1926 a revolution happened! Tennis player Rene Lacoste created a short sleeved version to wear while playing. We’re so glad he did! A classic uniform style was born.

Many different fashion trends are associated with polo shirts, as well. There were the “preppy” people in the 1980s… and lately people have been seen wearing more than one at a time! (We’re not sure how much we like that—or the “popping collars.”) We love polo shirts for their undeniably professional look. (When worn properly, of course.)

We’ve got a great selection of school concert uniforms here at Sharper Uniforms. But no matter how great your children or students look during their school concerts, there might be some audience members that can make the experience less-than-pleasant. If you want to ensure that your kids’ concerts go off without a hitch, outfit them in the classic school concert uniforms we have here—and make sure the students in the audience have a basic grasp on concert etiquette. Here are some rules that you can share with your children or students:

• Refrain from talking during the show. This is the biggest rule of all—and it also includes whispering during the music.
• The students on stage at a concert have worked hard to prepare for the performance, so they don’t need any help from the audience. Refrain from tapping feet and humming along—unless the performers ask for it.
• Velcro is a no-no at school concerts. If your purse, wallet, shoes, etc. have Velcro closures, please refrain from opening and closing them during the performance.
• Don’t applaud between movements of a musical piece. You might think the piece is over, but it isn’t.
• Try to make sure that student concert-goers have an open mind. Millions of people in the world enjoy classical music—including some classmates! Who knows… if you give it a chance, you might enjoy it, too. Imagine how classy you’d look in a school concert uniform.

We’ve got the best hospitality uniforms for your staff here at Sharper Uniforms. We love learning about different types of uniforms. The Museum of Flight in Seattle is opening their “Style in the Aisle” exhibit, and we thought we’d take a look at flight attendant uniforms over the years. This exhibit takes us from the first flight attendants in the 1930s, through the brightly-colored 1960s and 1970s, and right up into today. Let’s see how much has changed in this unique uniform market.

• In the 1930s, uniforms were plain gray suits that actually resembled nurses’ uniforms.
• Uniforms changed with the times in the 1940s and the women’s clothing was a little more fashion forward.
• By 1966, the skirts on flight attendants’ uniforms was a little shorter than it was before—sitting right around the knee.
• Later on in the 1960s, the flight attendants’ uniforms were downright mod. The pieces were a selection of bright, solid colors. In many cases, the colors were inspired by the flight’s destination—green, Pacific blue, and canyon red.
• The 1970s were similar. The collection that stands out to us the most is the American Field Flowers Collection. (If you flew in the 70s, you remember this uniform.)
• We should also mention that hemlines got even shorter on the attendants’ uniforms throughout the 1970s.
• Today, flight attendant uniforms are very much like the hospitality uniforms you’ll find here at Sharper Uniforms—crisp, neat, modest, and attractive.

Baby, it’s cold outside! That also means that you need to keep your hotel front desk staff warm. After all, they’re right there by the door—each time the door opens, cold air comes inside. The best way to keep your front desk hotel staff warm is with the gorgeous sweaters here at Sharper Uniforms. We have v-neck sweaters, sweater vests, and everything in between. Your staff will look sharp and feel comfortable for the rest of this chilly winter season. We’ve got the solution for the men and women on your staff.

But there are other members of your staff that are even more affected by the cold temperatures: Valets and doormen. These brave souls have to work outside no matter what the weather is like. You don’t want to skimp on hospitality for your customers, but you also don’t want your staff to be uncomfortable. The great hospitality outerwear here at Sharper Uniforms is the ideal solution for you. Check out our selection—you’re sure to find exactly what you need to keep your staff looking and feeling great all winter long.

Don’t let your staff suffer this season. With the great hotel sweaters and hospitality outerwear here at Sharper Uniforms everyone will look impressive.

Winter is upon us, and that means that your staff is going to have to take care of their hospitality outerwear. We have a few tips for keeping different outdoor garments clean this season.

Coats
The frequency with which you clean your coat doing the winter depends on your daily environment. If your business is in a busy city area, consider cleaning your coat once a month. Dust and dirt particles can actually get into the weave of a coat and will wear the fabric down. Otherwise, you can clean your coat twice a season. Clean it once at the beginning of winter and once at the end. All of the great hospitality coats here at Sharper Uniforms can withstand many different environments.

Scarves
Many people don’t consider cleaning winter scarves more than once a season, but you really should. After all, your staff is the face of your business. Scarves are continually exposed to perspiration and makeup. Anything close to the body needs to be cleaned more often.

Gloves and Mittens
Leather gloves are more durable than fabric gloves, and they can usually be wiped with a damp cloth when they’re dirty. You should bring your leather gloves to a dry cleaner for a cleaning once a season.

With these tips, your outerwear will stay nice and clean all season long!

With the holiday season virtually upon us, it’s more important than ever to make sure that everyone on your staff looks their absolute best. Take a minute and think about what a man needs to wear in order to look totally put together. Game show hosts wear them, CEOs wear them, and your hospitality staff should be wearing them, too. Of course, we’re talking about ties.

Frankly, Regis Philbin wouldn’t have made much of a splash on Who Wants to be a Millionaire? if it wasn’t for his unique solid-colored ties. And can you imagine The Apprentice if Donald Trump didn’t wear a tie in the boardroom? The same goes for your staff this holiday season. The neckwear here at Sharper Uniforms isn’t just for men, either. We have ascots and other neckwear for women, too.

Whether you’re looking for bow ties, zipper ties, ascots, solid color polyester ties, scarves, and other neckwear, look no further than Sharper Uniforms. We’ll help you get your staff ready and sharp-looking for the upcoming holiday season! Don’t send them out there lacking an essential uniform component. Sometimes a first impression is all that you’ll get.

Modern casino uniforms follow modern trends. Here at Sharper Uniforms, we know what you want from your casino uniforms, and we’re committed to bringing that to you. Here are some facts about casino uniforms over the years.

The casino uniforms of the 1950s and 1960s reflected the Hollywood-inspired Rat Pack trend, when the casinos hosted elegant socialites. In the 1980s and 1990s, however, casinos began targeting families. That’s when the styles, fabrics and colors began to change. The focus was more wholesome fun. The colors were brighter and the fabric was more stable, with the appearance of the poly/cotton blend. Many of our casino shirts are a great poly/cotton blend.

In the new century, casinos began catering to a whole new clientele. Casinos these days are targeting the young, wealthy, and hip 20 to 35 year olds. That’s why many casino trends are going for a Los Angeles retail style, more ‘street clothes’ than traditional uniforms. You’ll find that the casino uniforms we have here at Sharper Uniforms are right on par with all of the current trends.

The best part about our casino uniforms is that they make your entire staff look friendly and put-together. With a tidy staff, your clients will feel comfortable and happy. That’s one of the most important things to a business owner.

Just because the weather is starting to get chilly doesn’t mean you can get lax about your uniform choices. The last thing anyone wants to see is a hospitality staff bundled up in ratty sweatshirts. That’s why Sharper Uniforms has a great collection of hospitality uniform sweaters. These are ideal for your country club, front desk, security, airline, and banking staff. But it doesn’t have to stop there. These sweaters are comfortable and fashionable, so you might find yourself getting some for your staff and some for you to wear on your own time!

Your outdoor staff will certainly notice the change of weather. These are the brave souls that spend their time performing security, valet, and maintenance functions for your business. Why would you want them to look anything other than their best as the weather gets cooler? Our hospitality outerwear will ensure that everyone looks the part— no matter what the thermometer says. Your staff will be comfortable and stylish in these jackets. They’re available in men’s, women’s, and unisex sizing so that everyone on your staff will look and feel their best.

As temperatures fall this fall, don’t let your image drop with them!

If you’re in any type of service business, you know how important it is to make a great first impression on your customers. The last thing you want is for your staff to look sloppy. It’s important for the women on your staff to have shirts that fit them properly. Women are built differently than men, and their uniforms should be made differently, too. That’s why Sharper Uniforms has some great blouses that will really make the women on your staff look neat, put-together, and lady-like.

The Ultimate Ladies Stretch ¾ Sleeve V-Neck Blouse is the perfect solution for the women on your staff. It’s a beautiful tailored blouse with a decidedly feminine silhouette. Contouring side seams and front/back darts make sure that the blouse fits right in all the right places. Available in six classic colors, your ladies will thank you for outfitting them in something that is both classy and comfortable. After all, the Ultimate Blouse has a nice soft collar, and it’s got added stretch for ease of movement. Who could ask for more?

This Ultimate Blouse also comes in a long sleeved variety, which is perfect when the weather starts to get a little cooler. Or are you looking for a more classic neckline? You’ll love the Ultimate Ladies ¾ Sleeve Stretch Dress Blouse. It’s got a classic neckline that can be dressed up with a scarf. These Ultimate Blouses are the best way for your ladies to make the ultimate first impression!