Benefits of Apparel Made in the USA

Buying American made clothing sounds like a good idea, right? We think so too, but more than likely the shirt you’re wearing right now was made in another country. According to an ABC News article, “98 percent of the clothing purchased in the United States is imported from abroad. Just two percent of clothing bought in this country is manufactured on U.S. soil.” At American Promotional Products, we are proud to provide a variety of American made apparel and products. The truth is there are many reasons why you should buy products made in the great U.S. of A! Here are four reasons why you should be buying merchandise made in America:

1.  Build America’s economy. Buying American made products creates new jobs locally, rather than
   
   creating them overseas. Supporting our local economy also strengthens the belief we were founded on: American independence.
2.  Foreign labor laws. Labor laws have different standards than the United States. When you buy ‘made in America’ products, you are supporting safe working conditions, child labor laws, environmental restrictions and minimum wage requirements.
3. Better quality. Didn’t your parents always tell you that you get what you pay for? In this case, and most cases - it is usually true!
4. Protect our planet. American manufacturing processes are often more environmentally conscious. When products are made locally instead of abroad they are more sustainable, because they don’t have to travel as far to get to your door.

Do you have an American made product or piece of clothing? Snap a photo and share it with us on our Facebook page and we’ll share our favorite. 

Why Your Company Needs Branded Apparel

Does your shirt do more than make you look good? If the answer is no, maybe it’s time to think about what custom branded apparel can do for your business. Stop for a minute and imagine the number of people your employees see in a day - customers, neighbors, friends, potential customers, acquaintances, and even the lady at the coffee shop. That’s a lot of face time, and potentially brand awareness time for your business. Instead of promoting that Nike logo, get your own company logo out there with custom apparel!

Here are a few of our favorite reasons why we recommend branded apparel:

·         Manage the dress code. Maintain a professional working environment by providing appropriate work

attire for your employees. A company uniform keeps employee’s focus on their job responsibilities and not on out of office drama.  

·        All for one, one for all! When a group of people wear the same shirt it encourages a sense of community and friendship. Build team morale within your office while bringing equality to your work place with custom branded apparel.

·         Make it fun. Switch it up each season with new designs, styles, colors and prints to allow your employees personality to shine through. Whether you’re looking for solid polos, tie-dye or a simple crewneck tee, custom apparel depends on your company image and employees.

Did we convince you? Take the advertising bull by the horns this year by putting your employees in stylish branded apparel. You’ll know it’s working when you get your first lead from someone who saw your employee rocking a company tee at the local coffee shop down the street.

Do you currently offer branded apparel for your employees, if your answer is no, why not?

Questions? Feel free to contact us today!

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