Many healthcare professionals spend their workday in scrubs – comfortable, sanitary clothing worn in clinical and surgical settings. While it’s important to keep things simple and safe on the job, adding practical, professional accessories can add a pop of personality and help you feel fashionable when in uniform. Here, Misty Craig and Vicky Villanueva with Medical Outfitters share the many ways scrubs can be styled and personalized from head to toe.
Accessorizing medical scrubs can add personality and style while still keeping things professional and functional.”
Misty Craig
Owner, Medical Outfitters
Vicky Villanueva
Owner, Medical Outfitters
Scrubs modeled by Ainsley Craig
Functional Accessories
These items can combine both practicality and personality.
- Badge reels or holders – choose a creative retractable reel (think monograms, glitter, or character designs)
- Compression socks – available in tons of fun patterns, these support your legs during long shifts
- Utility belts or fanny packs – especially for nurses or techs, these can hold essentials like scissors, pens, and alcohol wipes
- Penlights or clipboards – select sleek designs or colors to match your personality
Jewelry
Stick to small, non-dangling items that won’t get in the way.
- Stud earrings – simple and safe for a clinical setting
- Silicone rings – comfortable and safe alternatives to metal bands
Footwear
Your shoes can be supportive and comfortable without sacrificing style.
- Sneakers or clogs with colorful designs
- Shoe charms or lace clips – small, cute additions that make your shoes pop
Hair Accessories
If you wear your hair up, these accessories can add
a personalized touch.
- Patterned or sparkly headbands
- Colorful scrunchies or clips
- Surgical caps in fun patterns or seasonal prints
Embroidery
Custom embroidery can make your scrubs one-of-a-kind.
- Single letter or initials monograms
- Name with credentials
- Logos
- Appliqués
- Custom designs
Meet the Author
Rachel Studebaker, BA, English, Summa Cum Laude
Rachel Studebaker is a graduate of Lee University where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a minor in advertising. While attending Lee, Rachel served as editor-in-chief and creative director for the school’s biannual publication Vindagua and was a member of Sigma Tau Delta English Honors Society. Since joining CMC Publications as editor, Rachel has assumed the role of managing editor, where she is responsible for the annual development and completion of seventeen publications involving health, wellness, and lifestyles articles that are published in print and online for HealthScope, CityScope, and Choose Chattanooga magazines – premier publications serving S.E. Tennessee and North Georgia.
