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Nurses are often the first members of the clinical team that a patient will see so it is important that they make a good impression.  Their uniform plays a key role in this identifying the nurse as an important member of the team.

Dr. Abigail Moore, a paediatric dentist, shares her thoughts on maternity wear.

Pre-bump I was wearing mostly koi Ashley and Katelyn tops with Karlie or Lindsey pants in size extra small (XS).
By about week 18-20 the Katelyn top was proving to be an overhead struggle in the chest area so I moved up a size!! I still found my XS Ashley roomy enough though.  At this stage I tried a patterned Kathryn top in a size small which suited the mini bump well as it tied under the bust & highlighted my new curves!  I found the Karlie pants a bit tight and high waisted so moved up to a small in the Lindseys which were really comfy as they sat low, under the bump and the elasticated waist made them easy to get on.

At about 24-28 weeks my original Ashley tops were a bit tight in the midriff so a size up was called for.  As it was coming into winter I loved the extra warmth of the Harlow tops with the snuggly cotton under t-shirt.  The Kathryn was still fitting well in a small and I added another patterned top, a Rylee which was a bit less fitted and sat loosly under the bust.

I am now at 35 weeks and still growing rapidly.  I have moved up to a medium Ashley which is deffo the most comfy at this stage.  I find the more fitted tops with under bust ties aren’t working so well now as they are very big on the shoulders if they are big enough to fit the bump!  I am still in the Lindsey pants only a size up from BB (before bump).  They are so comfy and don’t interfere with bending as they are low slung.

Only 3 weeks of work left!!
Will keep you posted ……

Koi:

Koi are a US manufacturer of fashion-forward uniforms designed for those looking for a contemporary yet professional look. When Kathy Peterson, the founder of koi, first began designing uniforms, she noticed that many manufacturers viewed design as an after-thought; she found that many healthcare professionals welcomed a more fashionable approach to uniforms.

The secret of the koi garments is the fit; a well-made and fitted garment will feel more comfortable and look better. Koi do not make unisex garments and so the garments are designed for the female (or male) body shape. The koi uniforms are made from high quality 55% cotton, 45% polyester soft twill that is easy care, hard wearing and yet so soft and comfy. In addition to the fantastic selection of tops there are three different trouser styles to choose from and each size is available in three different leg lengths ensuring the correct fit for all.

Koi produce two ranges; the fashion (or prints) and the reoradables (or solids) range. There are currently 5 different styles in the solid range including the recently launched Andie. This new style is a longer top responding to a demand in the market place. The Ashley top is the best seller and flatters all body shapes, it features a contrast trim colour which can be matched with the trousers, e.g. the Ceil top has navy trim which can be worn with navy trousers. The re-orderable are suitable for teams where continuity is required.

The fashion or prints range offer an exciting range of limited edition patterns and styles that change each season, these are particular popular with the fashion conscious Hygienist or Therapist who wish to express their individuality.

Each print features a few of the basic colours (such as navy, white, ceil or steel) so that they can be worn with existing trousers. Already I have noticed an increase in demand for these prints especially from Hygienists and Therapists who desire a fashionable individual look. There are always exciting new products on the horizon, keep an eye on our facebook page for more details.