Security uniforms

Security firms typically re-order in batches as new guards are recruited; we keep the badge artwork and sizing specification on file so repeat orders don’t need re-approval.

Security guard uniforms in Kenya: what a firm actually needs to supply

A guard's uniform does two jobs. It tells the public who is on duty and which company they represent, and it has to survive long shifts outdoors, repeated washing and daily wear. When security companies in Nairobi and across Kenya look for a uniform supplier, they are usually buying a full set rather than a single shirt, and they need the set to look identical on every guard at every site.

MoveBrands is a Nairobi Kasarani-based manufacturer. We cut, sew and embroider security uniforms ourselves, so the company badge, the name tag and the colour of the fabric stay consistent from one batch to the next. You can visit our shop in Kasarani, Nairobi to see fabric samples and compare shades in daylight before you approve a bulk order.

Typical security uniform set and branding positions

Night shift guards, gate staff and patrol teams are most exposed on the road and at entrances, so high-visibility layers matter. See our page on reflector jackets and hi-vis vests and branded caps to complete the set.

How to choose fabric and colour for guard uniforms

• Choose twill for trousers. It resists creasing and abrasion better than lighter weaves, which matters for guards who sit, stand and climb gates all day.
• Pick a colour that hides dust and does not fade fast. Darker greys, navy and black stay presentable between washes, but they hold heat; lighter shirts are cooler for hot regions like Garissa and Mombasa.
• Check the stitching. Reinforced seams at the pockets and crotch of trousers extend the life of the set.
• Match colours across items. A shirt from one batch and trousers from another can look mismatched in sunlight, which is why ordering the set together is cheaper than fixing it later.

A frequent mistake is choosing the cheapest light fabric and replacing it after a few months. A slightly heavier cotton-polyester twill usually costs less per month of wear. Bring a current uniform to the Kasarani, Nairobi shop and we can match the shade and construction.

Re-orders as you recruit: the practical way to manage a growing guard force

Security firms recruit in waves and lose uniforms to wear and turnover. We keep your badge artwork and sizing specification on file, so repeat orders do not need artwork approval again. Embroidery digitising is a one-time setup, and the stitch file is reused for every badge and cap after the first order.

For each re-order, a short WhatsApp message is enough: list sizes by item, for example guard shirts, trousers and berets, and the quantity per site if you want packing separated. Standard bulk embroidery is ready 5-7 working days after artwork approval. Wholesale and bulk rates apply for larger quantities. Read more on our bulk orders page.

Ordering security uniforms from MoveBrands

1. Send your company logo, badge design and a list of items and sizes on WhatsApp (+254 720 149 329) or to info@movebrands.co.ke.
2. Tell us if you want to match an existing uniform, and bring or send a sample shirt if possible.
3. Get an itemised price list or quote within the same working day.
4. Approve the artwork and sample details, then production starts.
5. Collect in Kasarani, Nairobi, or arrange delivery. Pack lists can be split by site or by guard supervisor.

Delivery of security uniforms across Kenya

We deliver from Nairobi to security firms with sites in Thika, Kiambu, Machakos, Nakuru, Naivasha, Eldoret, Kisumu, Kakamega, Mombasa, Nyeri, Meru and Embu. You can place the order from your head office and have uniforms sent directly to the regional supervisor. Related corporate items include branded polo shirts for supervisors and control room staff.