The new gender-neutral uniforms worn by staff at Royal Museums Greenwich
(Picture: Royal Museums Greenwich)Royal Museums Greenwich has launched gender neutral uniforms in a bid to boost inclusivity.
The uniform range includes vegan-friendly Guernsey jumpers, cardigans and ethically-sourced sweatshirts.
Royal Museums Greenwich encompasses the Royal Observatory Greenwich, the Queen’s House and the Cutty Sark which collectively see more than two and half million visitors pass through their doors every year.
The “sustainable uniform collection” is on display on all staff across all four of its museums.
A spokesperson for Royal Museums Greenwich claims the uniforms have been so popular that even back-office staff and senior figureheads – who are not required to wear it – have chosen to sport the range at work.
The collection was designed by staff in collaboration with fashion designer Wayne Hemingway.
Paddy Rodgers, CEO of Royal Museums Greenwich, wrote in a message to staff: “We worked with HemingwayDesign to design a uniform that is practical, comfortable and supports our drive to help you in your everyday role of confidently meeting and engaging with the visitors.
“We have worked hard to ensure that all the fabrics and suppliers used for the new uniform meet high standards of sustainability. This has been achieved using organic cottons, wool and recycled plastic and using UK and European suppliers.”
Wayne Hemingway MBE commented: “Seeing the range brought to life by the brilliant museum staff, all wearing pieces in their own unique way is just brilliant to see. Gone are the days of restrictive uniforms that are stipulated by what sex you are and produced from cheap man-made fabrics.
“This collection is designed to be passed on so when current staff leave, the uniforms will be washed and worn by the next employee and so on and so on.
“From classic Guernsey knitwear to iconic French workwear styles, these designs have been produced for 100’s of years and are the essence of what makes a sustainable garment.”
