When a regular shirt just won’t cut it, you need a workwear shirt that works as hard as you do. With durability to stand the test of time on the job, and flexibility for all-day comfort, Tool Kit Depot has got your back with a fantastic range of work shirts to suit whatever challenges your day brings.
Explore the range of Tradie work shirts, made for comfort and style. Stay safe and visible with a Hard Yakka hi vis shirt, perfect for those high-risk environments. Keep cool and comfortable with our vented shirts, designed to let your skin breathe even in the toughest conditions. Stay warm in style with our range of flannel shirts, ideal for those chilly mornings on the job. And if you want to amp up your worksite style, check out our colourful TradeMutt work shirts, which not only look great but also support a great cause.
Workwear Shirts FAQ
What are considered workwear shirts?
Work wear shirts are shirts that are more heavy-duty than your everyday tees, made to flex and move with you, be comfortable enough to wear all day, and stand up to wear and tear on the worksite. The fit of trade shirts is also important—not too tight to restrict movement, but not too loose to risk getting caught on nails, door handles or machinery. Some shirts, like our TradeMitt, Hard Yakka and Tradie shirts, will sport extra features like high-visibility colours and reflective strips to keep you safely seen, even in low-light conditions. Others will be designed with added pockets for stashing those loose items, or be made of brushed cotton for added warmth when working outdoors. Whatever your worksite conditions, we’ve got a shirt for it at Tool Kit Depot.
What is the best work shirt material for wearing outside?
The ideal material for work shirts when you’re working outside is one that suits the conditions. If the mercury’s rising you’ll want to gear up with moisture-wicking workwear t-shirts, or lightweight long sleeve work shirts that’ll keep you cool while shielding you from the sun's rays with inbuilt UV protection. If the chill of winter is in the air, then reach for the cosy comfort of a flannelette work shirt. If the cold is really biting while you’re out there slogging away, t-shirts can be layered under your flannel and a jacket on top to keep you toasty warm.
What’s the difference between an orange and yellow hi vis shirt?
Orange and yellow hi vis shirts are both designed to increase visibility on the job site, and which one is best for you depends on the colours of the environment you’ll be working in. Hi-vis is about maximising the contrast between you and your surroundings so you’re easier to see.
Yellow is the most common colour hi-vis shirt you’ll spot because it’s the brightest colour. Yellow is an awesome choice if your worksite is mostly grey concrete and darker colours, like in a factory or out on the road, which is why it’s the colour of choice for all environments.
Orange is often associated with being a warning or hazard—think orange traffic cones and roadworks signs, so you’ll often see this colour used in construction shirts. Orange stands out best against greens and browns, which is why hunters wear it when out bush. So if there’s a lot of vegetation, orange should be your go-to.
The trick is to choose whichever colour has the sharpest contrast to the environment you’re in, and if it’s a busy and multi-coloured environment, consider a mixture of orange, yellow and black.
What should I look for in work shirts?
When you’re a tradie, your shirt matters, so look for high-quality fabrics that are durable and easy to care for, such as cotton or polyester blends. The fit should be comfortable and allow for ease of movement, and the style should be appropriate for the job you're doing. Brands like Hard Yakka work shirts, Milwaukee, and TradeMutt shirts offer a range of high-quality gear that’ll stand up to wear and tear, and keep you looking good while you get the job done.
