Tested on DD, age 6, average height and skinny.
Q1 What were your first impressions of the uniform? What did you like/dislike?
I liked the feel of the cardigan but worried the cherry skirt felt thin. Then I considered this might be a positive as I find uniforms bulky and cumbersome on little ones
Q2 Is there anything you think could be improved about any of the garments? How did you find the sizes? Did the garments you ordered fit your child?
The skirt was a little tight on the waist and has no adjustable waist.
The blouse was odd - the sleeves were huge and wide. The chest too cumbersome and the main problem was the mega stiff collar that barely fit under her chin. She wasn't comfortable in it, it seemed the collar was designed for the shirt of a 12 year old. Question to Trutex - are the collars to scale or all the same size?
I found the material stiff, but then we are used to polo shirts.
The cargdigan was a little too long to be considered 'on trend'. Doesn't worry me or dd but it might in a few years. Other brands have little details at the sleeve or a shorter cut, this cardi was very standard which might be a downside to some.
Overall I do think the items could have a little more shape. The shirt could have been cut to a more fitted shape, it is so bulky. The cardigan is too long. The skirt is a nice shape though, trim and tidy.
Q3 What does your child think of their new uniform?
She loves the cardigan as she says it is snug and cosy. She said the shirt was trying to strangle her and wouldn't fit under the cardi which made putting the cardi on tricky. She has no opinion on the skirt.
Q4 What do you think of the quality of the uniform? Do you think it is better quality than other brands/retailers you've bought or not?
I think the shirts are about standard, sadly the quest for a comfortable formal blouse goes on. Cardigan is great, washes well and springs back into shape. Not sure about the skirt - it could do with a pocket and the cherry detail is lost under the cardigan. Could this be picked out with more detail?
Q5 How do you feel the uniform is bearing up to washing? And to day-to-day school life?
Well! Cardigan in particular seems to keep it's shape, although I do find the ribbinbg a little excessive.
Q6 Do you think you would buy uniform from Trutex again?
Hmmm. It would depend on the cost. The supermarkets are so well priced, Trutex would need to be in that range. I would spend more for the cardigan (if it were a little shorter)
Q7 If it came up in conversation, do you think you would recommend Trutex uniform to your friends who have school-age children?
Yes. The items are washing well. A lot would depend in the shape of the child though, and I am not convined a style aware older primary age child would pass up a detailed shirt/cardi with embroidery or puff sleves etc for the plain traditional cut of Trutex.