When thinking of an operating room, we all have the picture of the short sleeve V-neck shirt and accompanying baggy pants in a not-very flattering shade of sea foam green. How is it, then, that these outfits have come into the medical mainstream despite the obvious fashion faux pas? The obvious need for sterile clothing was first noticed in the early twentieth century when doctors finally dropped street clothes for more sterile white gowns. These gowns, though, reflected all of the light in the operating room and created quite the eye strain, and plus, the blood on bright white was a gruesome sight. In order to reduce the eyestrain though, the green nursing scrubs that we know today were introduced to provide contrast, while reducing strain on the eyes.

You will find plus-size nursing scrubs in various designs and colors. Some have a design that ties on the side and contains a front pocket. You can get this particular design in sizes up to XXLarge. Those having a flower and leaf design on a royal blue background are attractive and comfortable as well. A V-neck tunic is another style of plus-size scrubs highly popular among nurses. It contains three pockets, making it comfortable and also highly usable. You will also come across matching unisex scrub pants that are available with a drawstring waist. You can get some of these pants are in sizes up to 5XL. Some plus-size scrubs are available in a keyhole neck top. You can get them in several print designs, such as guardian angels, banana boats, hearts, and others. If you are looking for more, you can find a three-quarter-length sleeve high V-neck with a rose pattern made from pure cotton. All of them are easy to look after and, more importantly, retain their colors after repeated washing.

Nursing uniforms have witnessed a great evolution during the last century or so. In the first two decades of the 20th century, a nurse’s uniform usually was an ankle-length dress with detachable collar and neck. The front of the dress was covered by a massive starched apron and a cap, resembling a mushroom, announced her professional identity. In the course of the next few decades, the uniforms underwent a huge change: the starched aprons were given a farewell, and hems and sleeves were cut short. The styles often reflected the mode of the time, albeit in a conservative manner. Graduate nurses normally wore white, and student nurses sometimes wore blue, pink or checked uniforms, so that the two could be distinguished by color. Nurses wore capes for outer wear, mostly navy blue with red lining, embroidered with hospital initials. With the advent of the ‘70s, hospitals began to relax the rules and uniforms were done away with. Now most nurses can choose their own clothing, which in most cases is a pantsuit or comfortable surgery "scrub suit." Scrubs are usually made from a 65/35 polyester/cotton blend for durability, although some are made with 100% cotton to ensure maximum comfort. These run the risk of shrinking and fading after washing, however. One can find unisex medical scrubs also that are meant for both men and women. Different hospitals follow different attire policies. In some hospitals, you are free to choose your own colors and styles. Some will provide you scrubs to be worn on the premises only (washed daily and reused). And some will purchase scrubs for you.

Nursing scrubs or uniforms can be available at cheap prices or discounts, and also at attractive wholesale prices from many leading companies in this field. Cherokee Uniforms, Landau Uniforms, Crest Uniforms and Dickies are among the most popular brands available. Cherokee has established itself as one of the top ten brands for women’s apparel since 1972. Renowned for comfort and fashion, Cherokee has also created a fun atmosphere with its “tooniforms,” featuring cartoons for entertaining kids in children’s hospitals. Its medical uniforms, nursing uniforms, scrubs, scrub tops, medical scrubs, lab coats, hospital work wear, surgical scrubs, and hospital uniforms are available at cheap rates as well. The Landau brand is famous for its high quality and professional designs. Highly quality-conscious, Landau makes scrubs and uniforms that are designed to ensure greater comfort and ease of movement. They are made from high quality fabrics, resulting in high durability.