Navy, wine or theatre green? Picking a scrub colour feels simple until you stand in front of fifty options.
Scrubs Kenya lists close to fifty colours, for example on its Ankara sets. Start with your hospital or college rule, then pick for practicality and the impression you want to give. Scrubs start from KES 2,200.
Start with your hospital rule
Many hospitals and colleges in Kenya set colours by role. Nurses, midwives, clinical officers and theatre staff may each have a colour. Students often have a colour per year or course. Always check with your in charge or college before you buy.
For nurses and midwives, read the Scrubs Kenya guide on the new nurses uniform and the Nursing Council of Kenya guidelines on this blog.
The most popular colours
Colours you can get at Scrubs Kenya include: • Blues: navy blue, royal blue, galaxy blue, sky blue, Caribbean and indigo • Greens: theatre green, teal green, jungle green, forest green, sage green and olive green • Reds and purples: maroon, wine red, burgundy, eggplant, grape purple and magenta • Soft colours: pastel pink, pastel blue, pastel green, lilac and rose pink • Neutrals: black, white, grey, ash grey, beige and chocolate
Which colour is most practical?
• Dark colours such as navy, black and wine hide marks and look neat for longer • Theatre green and teal are calm under bright lights and common in theatre • White looks crisp but shows every mark, so it suits clinics and labs more than busy wards • Pastels feel gentle and friendly, which many paediatric and maternity teams like
What your colour says
Patients notice colour first. Navy and black look professional and calm. Soft pinks and blues feel warm and caring. Bright colours help patients find you on a busy ward.
Team orders
Want your whole department in one colour? Send the sizes and the colour on WhatsApp. Scrubs Kenya confirms stock for every person before you pay.
Questions people ask
How many colours does Scrubs Kenya have?
The Ankara sets are listed in close to fifty colours.
What colour scrubs do theatre staff wear in Kenya?
Many theatres use green or blue. Your hospital sets the rule, so check with your theatre in charge.
Can I see the colours before I order?
Yes. Ask on WhatsApp and Scrubs Kenya will send photos of the colours in stock.
