Instructions for washing, drying and ironing your work uniform
All professional clothing offered on the Manelli website comes with labels containing washing and care instructions.
To maintain the appearance, comfort, and technical qualities of your workwear, Manelli advises you to carefully follow these instructions. Also, be sure to sort your clothes before washing , separating workwear according to its care instructions (for example: not machine washable, color wash, low temperature wash, etc.).
Here are the detailed instructions you will find on the workwear offered on our website:
Machine washing instructions for your workwear
Wash at a maximum of 40°C, normal program
Wash at a maximum of 40°C, on a gentle cycle for delicate or easy-care fabrics.
Wash at a maximum of 60°C, normal program (whites or colorfast fabrics)
Wash at a maximum of 95°C, normal program
Hand wash only, at a maximum temperature of 40°C
The garment can only be dry cleaned and must not be washed.
Instructions for drying your work clothes
Tumble dry allowed
Tumble dry at a moderate temperature (maximum 60°C)
Tumble dry at normal temperature (maximum 80°C)
Tumble drying is not recommended.
Instructions for ironing your work clothes
Ironing allowed
Iron acrylic, nylon, or acetate items on a "cool" setting (110°C). Do not use steam.
Iron on a "hot" setting (150°C) for polyester or wool items.
Ironing is prohibited or severely restricted
Instructions for using a tumble dryer
Tumble dryer permitted at a moderate temperature (maximum 60°C)
Tumble dryer permitted at normal temperature (maximum 80°C)
Tumble drying is not recommended.
Instructions for laundering your work clothes
All types of bleaching are permitted (chlorine and oxygen-based agents allowed).
Bleaching is prohibited (no bleach).
Care instructions for your work clothes
Cleaning
Before washing, read and follow the instructions for the symbols (pictograms) on your clothing label (see pictograms above).
Separate light-colored clothes from dark-colored clothes.
Close the zippers and buttonholes on your work clothes to reduce abrasion and preserve their condition.
Wash your clothes inside out to preserve their patterns and colors.
Wash clothes frequently to prevent stains from setting in.
In case of heavy soiling, wash your work clothes separately from the rest of your laundry.
Respect the washing temperatures to preserve the colors and durability of your clothes.
Choose a laundry detergent that complies with the instructions on bleaching (note that for colored items, for example, it is very often recommended not to use detergents and laundry detergents containing bleaching agents or chlorine).
Drying
After wringing, take out and shake the work clothes, stretch them out and hang them up directly.
Always prefer natural drying on a clothesline, rather than a tumble dryer (risk of shrinkage, rubbing, etc.)
Ironing
Always iron slightly damp clothes to make ironing easier.
Iron your items inside out to preserve the colours and avoid a "shiny" effect.
Avoid ironing buttons, snap fasteners, and elastic. Ironing could damage them.
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Size guide by workwear type and brand
Please note that all size charts below are provided, usually directly by the manufacturer, as a guide only.
Professional dress top: size guide
EGOCHEF brand: Workwear top sizes (in cm)
Size
Chest circumference
Waist circumference
XS
80
70
S
88
78
M
96
86
L
104
94
XL
112
102
2XL
120
110
3XL
128
118
4XL
136
126
5XL
140
150
6XL
150
160
7XL
160
170
MANELLI brand: Workwear top sizes (in cm)
Size
Chest circumference
Waist circumference
XS
80
70
S
88
78
M
96
86
L
104
94
XL
112
102
2XL
120
110
3XL
128
118
4XL
136
126
5XL
140
150
6XL
150
160
7XL
160
170
LAFONT brand: Workwear top sizes (in cm)
Size
Lafont Point
Universal Size
Chest circumference in cm
Waist circumference in cm
36
0
XS
81-84
69-72
38
85-88
73-76
40
1
S
89-92
77-80
42
93-96
81-84
44
2
M
97-100
85-88
46
101-104
89-92
48
3
L
105-108
93-96
50
109-112
97-100
52
4
XL
113-116
101-104
54
117-120
105-108
56
5
XXL
121-124
109-112
58
125-128
113-116
60
6
XXXL
129-132
117-120
62
133-136
121-124
ROBUR brand: Workwear top sizes (in cm)
Size
Chest circumference
Waist circumference
0
XS
76-80
1
S
74-88
2
M
92-96
3
L
100-104
4
XL
108-112
5
XXL
116-120
6
XXXL
124-128
7
4XL
132-136
8
5XL
140-144
9
6XL
148-152
10
7XL
156-160
Work trousers: size guide
Please note that all size charts below are provided, usually directly by the manufacturer, for guidance purposes only. Not all trousers and bottoms are cut the same way.
ROBUR brand: Work trouser sizes (in cm)
Size
Waist circumference
Hip circumference
0
34-36
68-72
1
38-40
76-80
2
42-44
74-88
3
46-48
92-96
4
50-52
100-104
5
54-56
108-112
6
58-60
116-120
7
62-64
124-128
8
66-68
132-136
9
70-72
140-144
10
74-76
148-152
MANELLI brand: Work trouser sizes (in cm)
Point
Size
Waist circumference
Leg length
0
XS
70
75
1
S
78
78
2
M
86
81
3
L
94
83
4
XL
102
83
5
2XL
110
83
6
3XL
118
83
7
4XL
126
83
8
5XL
150
83
9
6XL
160
83
10
7XL
170
83
EGOCHEF brand: Work trouser sizes (in cm)
Size
Waist circumference
Leg length
XS
70
75
S
78
78
M
86
81
L
94
83
XL
102
83
2XL
110
83
3XL
118
83
4XL
126
83
5XL
150
83
6XL
160
83
7XL
170
83
LAFONT brand: Work trouser sizes (in cm)
Size
Lafont Point
One size fits all
Waist circumference
Basin measurement
36
0
XS
69-72
85-88
38
73-76
89-92
40
1
S
77-80
93-96
42
81-84
97-100
44
2
M
85-88
101-104
46
89-92
105-108
48
3
L
93-96
109-112
50
97-100
113-116
52
4
XL
101-104
117-120
54
105-108
121-124
56
5
XXL
109-112
125-128
58
113-116
129-132
60
6
XXXL
117-120
133-136
62
121-124
137-140
FAQ
How do you choose between several sizes when your measurements are on the borderline?
When your measurements fall between two sizes, it's recommended to prioritize comfort and freedom of movement. For workwear worn for extended periods, it's best to choose the slightly larger size to avoid any discomfort. Manelli workwear sizes are designed to fit the body shape of professionals: please consult our size guide to find the best fit for you.
What are some tips for prolonging the fitted look of your work clothes?
Well-maintained workwear retains its fit and comfort for longer. To preserve the tailored look of a jacket or trousers, it's essential to follow the washing instructions, avoid overloading the machine, and opt for air drying. Also, avoid excessively hot ironing, which can damage technical fibers. By following these tips, your work clothes will maintain their impeccable appearance for longer.
How to anticipate the shrinkage or elasticity of technical textiles after washing?
Some fabrics used in workwear can shrink or stretch slightly over time. To minimize this, always wash your garments at low temperatures and follow the care instructions on the label. Modern materials, such as cotton-polyester blends, are specifically designed to reduce these variations. If you are between sizes, choose the larger size to maintain freedom of movement, even after several washes.
