All Content by Ava Z.
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Are the name brand designer scrubs worth it?
It 100% is. Brands like Grey's Anatomy fit better, look better, wash better, and last longer. It's a very well worth it investment.
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If you could wear any scrub?
Grey's Anatomy are really nice. They're top of the line and a bit on the higher end of the pricing spectrum, but totally worth it. They look super professional, are incredibly comfortable and durable and are available in so many amazing style!
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Cool & breathable longsleeves to wear under scrubs
Barco makes some great underscrub tees. I particularly love the Grey's Anatomy Meredith burnout tee. It features soil resistant fabric, 4 way stretch and has cuffs at the ends of each sleeve to keep the sleeve in place. It also comes in many great colors:)
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Brand of graduated compression stockings?
Did you try the Dr. Scholl's graduated compression stockings? They come in black, white, and a sheer color, and are available in 15-20 Hg or 20-30, depending on your needs. Nurses swear by them. They can really help you get through that 12 hour shift.
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September 2014 Caption Contest: Win $100!
They say that nurses are the only heart doctors have. Well, that's about to change!
- Nursing Scrubs: The Material Makes A Difference
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Maternity Scrubs
Cherokee Flexibles makes an adjustable rise, pull-on maternity pant. Like this you can see how you feel and adjust it accordingly.
- How Are You Easing Your First Day Jitters?
- How do you cheer yourself after a bad day at work?
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Well-fitting scrubs for tall, thin girls?
Grey's Anatomy comes in a color called Twilight. It's quite similar to Navy. If it's not good enough, how about going with Grey's Signature scrubs. They fit just as well, come in Tall sizes and are available in Indigo. It's even darker than the Twilight color and should definitely pass as Navy.
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Retro nurse uniforms....where to order?
Prima Whites by Barco makes some really nice, white, nursing dresses. They're modest, professional looking, and feature a great style. Best of all, the Prima by Barco white uniforms are NOT see through. Barco puts their items through a peaching process to help you avoid any major fashion faux pas:)
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white scrubs
Prima by Barco is Barco's all-white line. It's high end, not see through, and the scrubs come in some really nice styles and cuts.
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gfs scrubs are kinda see through
The Prima Whites collection by Barco is an all white line, and they put their uniforms through a peaching process so that they won't be see through. Maybe just mention this fact in passing and she'll be curious enough to try them out.
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Help....I Can't Take it Anymore! - Nurses Coping with Stress
I'm not a nurse and it's amazing to see what all you hard working and devoted nurses put up with. My suggestion for anyone dealing with the stresses of their job, is to work on cultivating a rich life outside of work so that there's always something to look forward to and to take your mind off of whatever is going on in the workplace. Good luck to you all!
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I am tiny and need help finding scrubs that will actually fit!
Most brands consider nurses who are under 5'4'' to be petite. That said, you'll probably do well with the petites pieces. If I'm not mistaken all the major brands carry petite sizes. Good luck!
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Best shoes for nurses?
Landau shoes are supposedly great as well.
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Scrubs: Made in the USA?
Prima by Barco is Barco's all white line. It's an optic white, so it'll be a bright, stark white in whichever light you stand. The fabric is also put through a peaching process which ensures that it isn't see through. Plus, I believe it's made by Miliken, a US based company.
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Long/modest scrub skirts?
Landau makes a great, white, a-line skirt. It features an elastic waist, deep side pockets, and properly covers the knees. The item number is 2226.
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Spring 2014 Article Contest - You Pick 4 Winners
Wow! Hard to choose...I loved each article:)
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Color combinations?
I love a more muted bottom, such as a navy, with a bright pop of color on top, such as a hot pink. My personal favorite:)
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Are your choice of scrubs childish?
All the major scrubs brands offer sophisticated prints and colored pieces, so there is obviously a demand. If you're clean, neat and put together there is no reason why you shouldn't be taken seriously in a lively print or colored top.
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Contact Issues
Why don't you try using re-wetting drops throughout the day. When you feel your eyes starting to dry out, put in a few drops. It should do the trick.
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June 2014 Caption Contest: Win $100!
This is Sue. She's my doppelganger assistant. And no, Kevin, she is not a figment of my tired and overworked imagination!
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Wonderwink
Wonderwink's Four-Stretch collection features that wrinkled look you're looking for. They're really low maintenance, boast a moisture wicking fabric for maximum comfort and breatheability (perfect for the hot summer months coming up!), as well as mechanical stretch for easy movement. It's really a great buy; medical professionals love it!
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What brands of scrubs are the most comfortable?
Grey's Anatomy scrubs, particularly Grey's Signature are the creme de la creme when it comes to nursing scrubs. They're luxuriously soft, thanks to the special arclux technology incorporated into the fabric, and they feature a four way stretch which allows you to move about with comfort and ease. Although a bit pricier than most scrubs, it's definitely worth it in the long run, as they will outlast most scrubs and provide you with maximum comfort, which is key while on the job.