At Arrow Uniforms, NZ Made isn't a tagline – it's our blueprint. For decades, we've been designing and producing uniforms that work, right here in New Zealand. On NZ Made Day, we celebrate not just where we make our garments, but how we make them – and most importantly, who makes them.
Every trim, logo, and stitch is part of a story that started in 1990 with our founder. It's how we know what works for New Zealanders – because we've been dressing them for generations.
Where It All Comes Together: Inside Our Local Workshop
Step inside our factory and you'll hear it – the hum of embroidery machines, the snap of scissors, the press of steaming irons. These aren't just sounds of work. They're the soundtrack of the team that has spent over 12,700 days crafting uniforms that meet the unique demands of New Zealand's healthcare, hospitality, and corporate sectors.
Meet the team behind the thread:
- 2 Designers
- 2 Garment Technicians
- 1 Pattern Maker
- 1 Cutter
- Machinists
- An Artwork Digitiser
- Embroidery & Print Teams
- Alterations & Badges Experts
Every role matters. Every person behind the product is a thread in the fabric of Arrow.
Why NZ Made Still Matters
In an industry where offshoring often dominates, we've chosen a different path – one that keeps skills and careers local, supports regional economies, and champions quality over quantity.
Local manufacturing gives us:
- Unmatched flexibility – perfect for bespoke orders and short runs
- Speed to deliver – because time matters
- Customisation at its finest – from extra-small to 8XL and beyond
This isn't one-size-fits-all. This is tailored for real people.
What NZ Made Looks Like in Action
When our clients wear Arrow uniforms, they're wearing:
- Pride in local craftsmanship
- Confidence in performance-tested garments
- Care stitched into every seam
- Keeping one of your neighbours employed
From concept to delivery, every detail is designed for purpose – because your team deserves uniforms that work as hard as they do.
A Toast to the Team, and to New Zealand
Today, we honor our people, our process, and our place in New Zealand's vibrant manufacturing story. Whether you've worn our scrubs, blazers, or branded polos – you've worn a piece of Kiwi ingenuity.
Here's to NZ Made.