Blog - What To Expect at The Workwear Reimagined Event

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By Beth Whittock

What To Expect at The Workwear Reimagined Event

Workwear Reimagined is taking place at the Stahls' UK Heat Printing Innovation Centre in Essex on Tuesday 20th of May 2025. Co-hosted with premium garment brand, Stanley/Stella, the event's focus is how corporate workwear is changing in 2025. From sustainability considerations to style and range, offering the right type of branded workwear to your client can make or break a sale. If you're printing workwear in 2025, this event is a must-see.

Stahls' events are tailored to provide significant benefits to professionals in the heat printing and garment decoration industry. These events offer hands-on training, showcase the latest equipment, and present networking opportunities, all aimed at enhancing attendees' skills and business operations.

Event history:

Winter Warm Up Event

The Winter Warm Up Event, co-hosted by Stahls' UK and Ralawise, focused on the challenges of heat printing on winter apparel such as jackets, beanies, and bags. Attendees gained practical knowledge on applying heat transfers to heat-sensitive and coated fabrics without causing scorch marks or dye migration. The event included in-depth seminars and hands-on demonstrations, allowing participants to practice techniques under expert guidance. Additionally, attendees receive a high-end goody bag containing premium items like a Stormtech jacket and other blank garments for further practice.

The Atheisure Decorating Expo

The Athleisure Decorating Expo, hosted by Stahls' UK in partnership with TriDri, was a focused event aimed at helping businesses break into the booming £6.7 billion athleisure market. It offered hands-on training for printing on heat-sensitive fabrics like polyester and acrylic—key materials in athleisure wear. Attendees gained expert advice on avoiding common issues like scorching and dye migration, along with insights into market trends and effective selling strategies. The event also included networking opportunities, guest speakers, and exclusive giveaways, making it a valuable experience for decorators looking to grow in this fast-moving sector.

Headwear LIVE

Headwear LIVE was the UK's only dedicated hat printing event, co-hosted by Stahls' and hat manufacturer, Beechfield Brands. During this event, guests gained hands-on experience with the latest hat printing techniques and equipment, including the Hotronix 360 IQ Hat Press. Participants learn to decorate various hat styles, such as snapbacks and trucker hats, and gained market insight, trend forcasting and business strategies for the headwear decoration industry.

Overall, the events hosted by Stahls' UK are designed to provide valuable education, practical experience, and networking opportunities that can lead to improved skills and business growth.