Approve the blazer first
No bulk blazer is cut until you have seen and approved the sample. That sample becomes the reference for crest placement, trim colour, lapel shape and fit across every size in your order.
Custom School Blazers Tailored
Request a quoteCustom school blazers tailored to your crest
A school blazer is worn every day for years, so it has to look smart in September and still look smart in June. Benjima makes custom school blazers for independent schools, academies, preparatory colleges and uniform retailers, built in your colours, cut to your style and finished with your own crest.
We handle the whole job for you: the pattern and size grading, the fabric, the crest, the trims, the buttons, sampling, production, checks and delivery. You have one contact from your first message to the day the cartons reach your school or shop, and nothing that changes the finished blazer happens without your approval.
That matters because blazers go wrong in small ways. A crest that looks thin, piping that does not match the house colour, a lapel that will not lie flat. We find those details on the sample, so your students never have to wear them.
Bespoke school blazer samples tested before bulk orders
Every order starts with a sample blazer made to your specification, with your crest, your piping, your buttons and your lining. You can try it on a student, hang it in the uniform shop and compare it with what you wear now. Any change is made on the sample, not on finished stock.
Once you sign it off, that sample becomes the standard for the whole order. Fabric shade, crest size and position, trim colour and fit are checked against it, piece by piece. What arrives before term is the blazer your staff and parents have already seen and agreed on.
Watch a school blazer move through the workroom
The film follows a custom blazer from cutting to final pressing: the cloth laid out, the front shaped and stitched, the crest sewn on, the lapels pressed and the finished jacket checked before packing. Your order follows the same route, and we send you photos at each stage so you know exactly where it is.
It is a useful thing to share with your head, your governors or your uniform committee before you decide. Seeing the work makes it easier to agree on what matters to your school, whether that is the weight of the cloth, the style of the lapel, the look of the crest or the trims that mark each house.
If you would rather talk it through with a person, send us a short message and we will set up a call at a time that suits you.
Why schools choose Benjima for custom blazers
A sample you can hold, honest advice on cloth and cost, and one person looking after you.
Crests done properly
Choose hand-stitched bullion wire for a traditional look, direct embroidery for fine detail, or a felt appliqué for a bold shape. We show you each one on your cloth.
Planned around your term dates
Term start dates do not move, so we book your production against your school calendar early and give you a clear date for every stage of the order.
Straight answers on cloth choices
Poly-viscose is hard-wearing and easy to care for. A wool blend drapes better and feels warmer. Recycled polyester suits schools with sustainability goals. We explain what each choice means for price, feel and lead time before you decide.
Made to survive lockers, bags and playgrounds
A blazer gets stuffed into lockers, squashed under backpack straps and worn through wet walks to school. The cloth we use is chosen to shed creases and hang out smoothly on a hook, and to resist the bobbling that usually shows first on the cuffs and elbows.
Inside, a shaped chest and taped armholes help the front keep its line through the year. Buttons are fixed firmly, linings breathe in heated classrooms, and seams are checked before anything is packed.
Request a quoteRecent school blazer orders
Crests, trims, buttons and linings from recent blazer orders for schools, academies and retailers.
Blazer styles for every school tradition
Choose the style that fits your school. Every option can be finished with your own crest, buttons, trims and labels.
Classic single-breasted blazer
The everyday school blazer, with two or three buttons, side vents and a smart notch lapel.
Braided blazers
Corded piping or ribbon braid in your house colours, a traditional way to mark houses, prefects or honours.
Wool blend
A wool-rich hopsack that drapes like a traditional prep-school blazer and keeps students comfortably warm.
Double-breasted
Peak lapels, crested buttons and a full satin lining for ceremonies and formal school occasions.
Fitted cut
Shaped with princess seams and soft shoulders for a neater fit on older girls.
Waistcoats
Matching four and five button waistcoats that complete a three-piece uniform for sixth form or senior students.
Your crest, your buttons, your lining, your school
A blazer should feel like it belongs to one school and no other. We cast metal buttons embossed with your emblem, in antique brass, polished silver, matte black or enamel, and we can print or weave your motto, crest or school check into the lining so the detail continues on the inside.
Piping and braid are dyed to your house or school colours, so a red house trim matches across every year group and every reorder. If your crest needs redrawing for embroidery, we prepare it and show it to you on the sample before anything goes into production.
Uniform retailers can add their own neck labels and packaging for a private label range. Your patterns, crest files and trim colours stay on file, so reordering next year means sending a size list, not starting the sampling process all over again.
How do you choose the right blazer for your school?
The right blazer is the one your students can wear every day without it looking tired by spring. Before you order, it helps to settle three things: the cloth, the fit across your age range, and how your crest and colours will appear on it.
Choosing the right cloth
Poly-viscose twill is tough, holds its colour and copes well with home washing, which makes it a sensible choice for younger year groups. A wool blend costs more but drapes beautifully and feels warmer. Both are woven to resist creasing and pilling through daily use.
- Choose poly-viscose for younger students and blazers that are washed often.
- Choose a wool blend for senior or ceremonial blazers.
- Ask about recycled polyester if your school has goals for responsible sourcing.
Fit and sizing
Your range may need to fit a small first-year student and a tall sixth former. We grade sizes from junior to senior in slim, regular and broad fits, all from one approved pattern, so every blazer looks like the same garment.
Start with how often the blazer will be worn and washed. The right cloth usually becomes obvious after that.
Crest and trims
Bullion wire gives a raised, traditional crest that suits formal and ceremonial blazers. Direct embroidery handles fine lines, small mottos and many colours, and it washes well. Felt appliqué gives a clean, bold shape. Add piping or braid for houses and prefects, and see each option on your sample first.
From cloth to finished blazer
Watch a full school blazer order come together, step by step.
Comfort students notice through the school day
A blazer is worn from the first bell to the last, so it has to feel comfortable as well as look right.
Warm, never too heavy
The cloth gives body and warmth without weighing down younger students, and the weave lets air through during long days indoors.
Room to move and reach
Side vents and a shaped back let students sit, reach and carry bags without the blazer pulling across the shoulders or riding up.
Linings that breathe
Breathable linings stop students overheating in warm classrooms and help the blazer slip on easily over a jumper.
Pockets that work
Twin inside pockets and a secure pocket hold pens, ID cards and calculators without spoiling the line.
Blazers for every year group your school dresses
One supplier for your whole blazer range, so colours, crests and fit stay consistent from the youngest pupils upwards.
- Junior school blazers
- Senior school blazers
- Sixth form blazers
- Prefect blazers
- House blazers
- Staff and teachers
How to order school blazers from Benjima
Five clear steps from your first message to blazers delivered before term. You approve each one first.
Start your orderSend your details
Share your crest, your colours, the style you want and rough numbers by size, with your term date, and we come back with options and a quote.
Choose cloth and trims
We send cloth swatches, trim colours and button options so you can choose with confidence before anything is made.
Approve the sample
A sample blazer is made with your crest, trims, buttons and lining, and sent to you to check in person.
Production and checks
Bulk production begins, with every blazer checked against your sample and photos sent before packing.
Delivered before term starts
Blazers are pressed, packed hanging so they arrive ready to wear, and shipped to your school or warehouse.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum order for custom school blazers?
The minimum is 50 blazers per style. That suits independent schools, grammar schools and uniform retailers who want a custom blazer without holding large amounts of stock. You can spread that quantity across junior and senior sizes, so a first order can still cover your whole size range. Ask for a quote and we will confirm the details for your style and cloth.
How long does a sample blazer take to make?
A sample blazer is usually ready to send within 8 to 12 business days. It comes with your crest, piping, buttons and lining, so you can check every detail in person before you approve it and before any bulk cloth is cut.
Which fabric is best for blazers that are worn daily?
We usually suggest a poly-viscose twill or a wool-rich hopsack blend. Both drape well, shed creases and stand up to the rubbing of desks and bags. We send swatches of each so you can feel the difference before choosing.
How long does a bulk blazer order take?
Bulk tailoring usually takes 20 to 25 business days after you approve the sample, with a date for each stage. For larger programmes we can stagger production through spring and summer so your stockists have everything they need before the autumn term begins.
Can you make bullion crests and house braid?
Yes. We make hand-stitched bullion wire crests in gold and silver thread, as well as fine direct embroidery. Contrast braid and piping for lapels and cuffs are dyed to your house colours. Every crest and trim is shown on your sample, so you can approve how they look on the real blazer.
Can you make custom buttons and linings?
Yes. We cast metal buttons embossed with your school emblem in brass, silver or enamel finishes. Your motto, crest or school check can also be woven or printed onto the lining, and each design is approved on a sample first.
How do blazers keep their shape during shipping?
Each blazer is steam-pressed on a shaped form and packed hanging in upright wardrobe cartons rather than folded. That keeps the lapels and chest crisp in transit, so the blazers are ready to fit and display as soon as they arrive at your school or shop.
Do you ship blazers to schools in other countries?
Yes. We ship door to door by air or sea, with duties and customs arranged for you, straight to your school or central warehouse. You get tracking and all the paperwork your team needs, plus a clear delivery date agreed well before your term begins.
Custom school blazers at a single glance
| Your own crest | Bullion wire, embroidery or felt appliqué |
|---|---|
| Cloth choice | Poly-viscose, wool blend or recycled polyester options |
| Every year | Junior to senior, three fits |
| Low minimum | 50 blazers per style to start |
| Approved before bulk | Sample first, then full production |
Ready to make your new school blazers?
Send your crest, colours and rough numbers, and we will reply with a quote and a sample date.