Different Types of Medical Scrubs You Should Know
Types of Medical Scrubs
From Classic V-Necks to Trendsetting Cargo Pants and Practical Drawstring Pants, when it comes to medical scrubs, there's more than meets the eye.
We cover the following styles to help you find your perfect scrub solution to elevate your workwear game today.
How To Choose The Best Scrub Style
We’ll be highlighting areas you can look out for in a good set of medical scrubs. These are key indicators you can use while choosing from different scrub styles and designs. When evaluating medical nursing scrubs you should broadly break them down into these few components:
- Design
- Comfort & Mobility
- Functionality
- Durability
V Neck Medical Scrub Top:
L - R: Medical Scrubs by YH / MF Professionals , Cherokee Infinity CK900A , Cherokee Revolution WW620 , Cherokee Professionals WW665
Features:
- Design: Classic and staple, timeless design, versatile
- Comfort & Mobility: Depending on your fabric choice, it can be breathable and stretchable. Roomy fit and offers spacious ease of movement
- Functionality: Often comes with 1-3 pockets
- Durability: Easy to maintain. Depending on the material, it can go through high heat or standard washing temperatures. Scrubs are able to last for a good 1-2 years
Unisex cut and Ladies cut are common options available.
- Unisex cut designs are often looser in fit, allows roomy movement suitable for both males and females
- The Ladies cut are often slightly more fitted and tapered, offering either a smaller shoulder width, darted waist & often shorter in length. Both are equally popular among healthcare professionals
Mock Wrap Medical Scrub Top:
L - R: Cherokee Revolution WW610
Features:
- Design: Faux wrap design, providing a stylish, secure fit
- Comfort & Mobility: The mock wrap look provides a more fitted look but does allow flexible movement. Less classic than the V-neck, not to everyone’s liking as the wrap style might be less breathable
- Functionality: Often comes with 2 pockets
- Durability: Easy to maintain
Round Neck Medical Scrub Top:
L - R: Cherokee Infinity 2624A
Features:
- Design: Simple & Minimalistic design. Fuss free design but appear to be more casual, less stylish and professional
- Comfort & Mobility: Less flattening fit than the classic V Neck and trendy Mock Wrap look but does allow flexible movement
- Functionality: Often comes with 1-3 pockets
- Durability: Easy to maintain
Drawstring Medical Scrub Pants:
L - R: Medical Scrubs by YH / MF Professionals , Cherokee Infinity 1123AP , Cherokee Revolution WW120 , Cherokee Revolution WW105P
Features:
- Design: Adjustable fit, allows a customizable waistband fit, providing comfort throughout long shifts. Versatile and suitable for a wide range of body types
- Comfort & Mobility: Enhanced Mobility & Secure. The relaxed fit allows large movements and prevents slipping or shifting
- Functionality: Multiple pockets available
- Durability: Easy to maintain
Consider Cargo pockets if you require multiple pockets for more storage. The spacious pockets allows you to conveniently store more items.
Other styles include: Flare cut
Pullon Medical Scrub Pants:
L - R: Cherokee Infinity CK065AP , Cherokee Revolution WW110 , Cherokee Originals 4200
Features:
- Design: Easy to wear without adjustments however you’re limited to the fixed waistband which might easily wear out over time. The fit isn’t flattering for all body types and appears to look less professional and structured compared to a drawstring style
- Comfort & Mobility: Stretchy & Comfortable. Supports movement
- Functionality: Multiple pockets available
- Durability: Easy to maintain
Consider Cargo pockets if you require multiple pockets for more storage. However, it might weigh down the pants if you do not have sufficient support at the waist band.
Other styles include: Jogger Pants
Men Fly Front Medical Scrub Pants:
L - R Cherokee Revolution WW140 , Cherokee Infinity CK200A
Features:
- Design: Tapered, Classic, Timeless, Professional looking
- Comfort & Mobility: Elastic waist bands to provide additional allowance and comfort when moving about on the job. The belt loops provides extra support
- Functionality: Multiple pockets available.
- Durability: Easy to maintain. Can last for a good 1-2 years
The Men Fly Front Pants strikes a balance between looking formal, smart and professional and equally providing the comfort and mobility that a healthcare professional will require while on the job.
Our picks:
- V-Neck Medical Scrub Top: Classic, timeless and professional
- Drawstring Medical Scrub Pants: Professional, practical and strikes a balance between looking sleek and functional
Other factors to consider:
When sourcing for a suitable design style, always consider the following:
- Comfort & Mobility
- Functionality (Features & Design)
- Material & Fabric Type
- Price
- Care, Maintenance & Durability
We cover more on this in our Comprehensive Guide here.
The fabric and materials used for Medical scrubs have improved rapidly over the years and most medical scrubs offer stretch or performance scrubs, with added spandex for flexibility & comfort, which also does not require ironing, saving a lot of time and hassle.
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