Over the years, the labor industry has evolved – policies, working environment, and wages. Workwear is also part of this evolution, mainly men's workwear. However, what is rarely mentioned is the evolution of tradie women and their workwear.

Safety workwear is one of the most basic requirements for working in the trades industries, but female tradies are often left out when it comes to proper safety workwear.

Slowly, the number of women in trades is rising, which is great news for women and for Australia's economic growth.

There are various reasons women have now become comfortable working in labor industries, and one of those reasons is workwear.

Most female tradies didn't have safety workwear when they first started working, or they had to wear workwear designed for men because there were no other options available. Ill-fitting clothing leads to physical hazards, which means that women are much more at risk by wearing men's clothing.

Luckily, things have now changed, and women’s workwear has evolved beautifully. Women don't have to wear workwear designed for men anymore. They now have access to workwear that fits them properly, making them feel safer and more comfortable while at work.

It is not just about comfort and fit, but workwear for female tradies is fashionable too, with the rise of workwear manufacturing brands. The workwear industry has transformed for a lot for women.

While women in white-collar jobs have uniforms that are dress codes that are much easier to follow and find clothes for, they always had the option of comfort and fashion. While women’s safety workwear in blue-collar jobs, never had that option.

Fortunately, the line between comfort, functionality and style in women’s and men’s safety workwear is becoming blurred.

Motoman Industrial Wear stocks all the latest brands for our lady tradies that is designed to give them best comfort and fit. Motoman Industrial Wear stocks ladies shirts, pants, jackets, shorts, boots and much more. Here is the list of some of the top 10 essential items for our lady tradies.

1. KINGGEE K44544 WORKCOOL 2 LADIES HI-VIS REFLECTIVE SPLICED SHIRT L/S-

• Lightweight breathable fabric

• Two secure chest pockets with pen partition

• Underarm , upper back and side cooling vents

• 50mm ReflecTec Tape – Hoop pattern

• 3 piece collar with extension for added sun protection

2. BISLEY BCL6066T WOMENS TAPED HI-VIS COTTON DRILL COVERALL

• Reflective taped hoop pattern and biomotion taping on sleeves and legs

• “Drop back” zip feature so whole garment does not have to be removed

• Double layer knee for durability

• Multi-function pockets

• Centre front zip closure

 

3. BISLEY WOMEN'S FLX & MOVE™ BIOMOTION TAPED JEGGING DENIM BPL6026T

• Mid-rise slim fit

• Stretch reflective biomotion tape

• Stretch knit denim terry with elastic waistband for extra comfort and movement

• Double layer knee for extra durability

• Functional front pockets

• Mobile phone patch pockets on side panels

• Cordura® highlights at high abrasive areas for extra durability

4. BISLEY BJL6966T WOMENS H TAPED TWO TONE HIVS RAIN JACKET 

• Waterproof and breathable fabric

• Waterproof rating: Up to 20,000mm H20

• Reflective taped H pattern with extra hem tape

• All seams are seam sealed

• Storm flap with touch tape and zip closure

• Built in concealed hood

• Adjustable 1/2 elasticated cuff with touch tape tab closure

5.BIZ COLLECTION LB6201 Ladies Wrinkle Free Chambray Long Sleeve Shirt Chambray Blue