Scrub uniforms offer today's doctors, nurses and other health practitioners comfortable, breathable materials with new lines of appealing, affordable styles and prints. Scrub uniforms should be light and able to move easily with the body, offering support rather than distraction during a busy schedule of rounds. Many health professionals are looking for scrub uniforms that are form fitting, and perhaps more eye-catching than the standard uniform apparel.

Some scrub uniforms are available with designs to soothe patients rather than make them feel institutionalized. These scrubs often allow for a greater variety of print styles, such as clowns or balloons for the pediatric care nurse, or flower prints, animal prints and more. There is also a palette of solid colors available, including vibrant reds, brilliant blues, bright yellows or oranges. For the more modest, try rich earth colors such as deeper reds, browns and yellows.

The cuts and sizes in scrub uniforms vary, and most tend to fit fairly loose to afford more comfort and room. Pants may come in straight-leg, flared or tapered styles. Look for scrub pants with multiple pocket accessories, such as the convenient shoulder pen pocket. Cargo-style pants are especially helpful to help keep track of loose papers, organize pens, or to keep loose change, rings, or keys safe and secure while at work.

Scrub uniforms are normally made from lighter materials, including cotton and cotton blends. It may be best to find colors that wear well over time, are resistant to stains and stay wrinkle-free throughout much of the day.