A uniform is the pride of a nation, which is worn by the pillars of a country namely the army, navy, and air force. Wearing the uniform sends
a sense of respect to the masses. Apart from the difference in color,
the uniform comprises of certain symbols which are distinctive to every
country. Through these symbols, one can get to know about the rank of
the individual on the cadre as well as the country to which it belongs.
All these various symbols and batches are hand embroidered at
http://handembroideryuk.co.uk to worn on the shoulder and across the uniforms.
The purpose of wearing symbolsThe symbols which evolved during the 18th and 19th century is used on the
uniform signify the position and rank of men in military These are
emblems or insignia whose pattern differs for different countries. The
epaulettes are shoulder batches used by men in the army as well as in other
organizations. They may consist of the emblem of the nation, designs or
color patterns, each having their own significance and motto.
For instance, in Belgium, the batches worn in the ceremonial uniform of
royalty is red in color with white fringes and that by grenadiers are
completely white.
How are they designed?The batches are hand embroidered quite contrary to the usual machine work. They are stitched by skilled experts using the
bullion embroidery technique, comprising of twisting the thread around the needle several
times before inserting it into the cloth. This kind of stitching
requires a lot of patience and skill, to create the end product with
finesse.
