Clothing Labels

Absolutely, our name labels for clothing are a popular choice for rest homes and aged care. Iron-on name labels, in particular, hold up through commercial-grade washing and drying cycles. Once applied correctly, they stay put through hundreds of washes. They're easy for caregivers to apply, simple to read at a glance, and make managing shared laundry far less stressful for everyone.

Our NZ-made clothing labels are printed using premium adhesives designed to resist peeling and fading. Whether for water bottles, uniforms, or lunch containers, they hold strong through washing, drying, and daily handling—helping you stay organised and avoid lost property.

Our name labels for clothing work well on common fabrics such as cotton, polyester, and cotton-blend materials, which make up the majority of children's clothing and school uniforms. These fabrics provide a suitable surface for both stick-on and iron-on labels to adhere securely.

Some labels may not perform as effectively on certain specialty fabrics, including waterproof or water-resistant materials, silicone-coated surfaces, heavily textured fabrics, or very stretchy materials like lycra and spandex. The smooth or slippery surface of these fabrics can make it harder for labels to bond properly.

For tricky fabrics, sew-on label options from the clothing labels range may be more reliable alternatives. When in doubt, test a clothing label on a small, inconspicuous area of the garment to gauge how well it will hold up before committing to a visible placement.

Yes, our name labels can be added to second-hand or hand-me-down clothing, making it easy to pass items between siblings or receive pre-loved items from friends and family. If previous labels are present on the garment, you have a few options depending on the label type.

Some older personalised clothing labels can be carefully removed or covered with a new label placed directly over the top. For iron-on labels that have bonded firmly to fabric, applying a new label nearby or on a garment tag may be simpler than attempting removal. Stick-on labels attached to tags can often be peeled off and replaced without damaging the garment.

When receiving hand-me-downs, check items for existing labels and decide whether they need updating before sending them to school or daycare—and keep labels up to date to ensure they’re returned to the right family.