Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Custom Workwear & Uniforms
Established in 1991, Motifs has built a reputation as a trusted provider of customised workwear and uniforms. Our family-run business combines three decades of expertise with a commitment to in-house craftsmanship, ensuring every garment meets the highest standards. We specialise in adding logos and slogans to a wide range of clothing, from t-shirts to high-visibility safety gear, using state-of-the-art machinery and premium materials. Partnering with leading industry manufacturers, we serve diverse sectors including construction, hospitality, healthcare, and education.Our consultative approach ensures tailored solutions for businesses of all sizes, with a focus on durability and professional presentation. Based in Ilkeston, we combine national reach with localised service, handling orders of any scale efficiently. Customer satisfaction remains our priority, supported by a promise to continually improve our offerings and respond promptly to feedback.
Services
T-shirts
Polos
Hi Vis
Jackets
Work Trousers
Embroidery
Print Customisation
Safety Footwear
Corporate Uniforms
PPE Customisation
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in customised workwear.
- All customisation is done in-house using state-of-the-art machinery.
- We offer a consultative approach to meet specific workwear needs.
- Our partnerships ensure access to top-quality garments and brands.
- We serve businesses of all sizes with a localised service nationwide.
What people say
Excellent service
Quality workmanship
Great results
Efficient ordering
Positive comments
Services
Custom Embroidery
Our custom embroidery service adds logos and slogans to garments using precision stitching. We ensure long-lasting durability and professional presentation for workwear, uniforms, and promotional clothing. Each design is crafted in-house to meet exact specifications.
Hi-Vis Workwear
We supply high-visibility jackets, vests, and trousers tailored to industry safety standards. All items can be customised with logos and text, ensuring visibility and brand recognition for construction, transport, and logistics sectors.
Print Customisation
Our print service applies crisp, vibrant designs to t-shirts, polos, and hoodies. Using advanced techniques, we guarantee fade-resistant results suitable for corporate branding, promotional events, and team uniforms across multiple industries.
Corporate Uniforms
We create tailored uniforms for hospitality, healthcare, and service sectors. Options include embroidered logos, colour-coordinated designs, and durable fabrics to enhance professional appearance while meeting workplace requirements.
PPE Customisation
Personal protective equipment, including helmets, gloves, and safety boots, can be branded with company logos. This service ensures compliance with safety regulations while reinforcing brand identity for construction and industrial clients.
People
Louise
Co-Owner
Louise co-owns Motifs, overseeing operations since 2017. With a focus on quality and customer service, she ensures the business maintains its reputation for reliable, tailored workwear solutions.
Kevin
Co-Owner
Kevin co-owns Motifs, bringing expertise in garment customisation. He leads production efforts to maintain high standards, ensuring every order meets the company's commitment to excellence.
Questions
What industries do you cater to?
We serve construction, hospitality, healthcare, education, transport, and more. Our workwear solutions are tailored to meet sector-specific requirements.
Can you customise high-visibility clothing?
Yes, we add logos and text to hi-vis vests, jackets, and trousers, ensuring compliance with safety standards while promoting brand visibility.
How long does customisation take?
Turnaround times vary by order size but typically range from 3-5 working days. We prioritise timely delivery without compromising quality.
Do you handle large orders?
Yes, we accommodate bulk orders for businesses of all sizes, ensuring consistent quality and competitive pricing.
What materials do you use for embroidery?
We use high-quality threads and advanced machinery to ensure durable, crisp stitching that lasts the garment's lifetime.
Can I request a sample before ordering?
Yes, we offer sample customisation to ensure your design meets expectations before placing a full order.
Reviews (4)
Mr. Crow
Jan 19, 2022
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Unprofessional scammers. Louise thinks shes above everyone else and treats others like dirt on the bottom of her shoe. Best to avoid this company in my experience.
Robert Collett
Jul 12, 2021
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Ordered trousers dont fit wouldnt refund very bad . But Im glad I decided to call in has I was given clearance to place as disgust with them an order for 96 work shirts printed .. o well hope they have good companies ordering and can afford to blow customers away stay away is my advice ..
Ryan Shaw
May 30, 2019
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Great quality work wear at great prices. Staff a friendly and knowledgeable. Also provide over sized items that fit my 6ft 6 son. Recommend seller
John-Paul Stevenson
Oct 01, 2017
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We have been using this company for workwear for a few years now and have always found them to be very helpful, have great ideas ad the quality of work to be excellent. The product range is enormous, I seriously think they can provide anything for your business. The staff are very professional and we have recommended them to many other businesses who have also had a very positive experience. We highly recommend you try them for your work wear and more.
