Choosing the right scrub fit is just as important as selecting the right size. In 2025, healthcare professionals became more intentional about how their scrubs fit — not just whether they fit.
At Infectious Clothing Company, we work with individuals and clinics across Australia, and one of the most common questions we hear is: what’s the difference between modern classic, relaxed and jogger scrubs?
This guide breaks down the most popular scrub fit styles, who they suit best, and how to choose the right option for your role and work environment.
Why Scrub Fit Matters
Scrub fit affects more than appearance. The right fit can improve:
- Comfort during long shifts
- Ease of movement for active roles
- Confidence and professional presentation
- Consistency across team uniforms
Understanding fit styles helps avoid unnecessary returns and ensures your scrubs work as hard as you do.
Modern Classic Fit: The Most Versatile Choice
Modern Classic is the most widely chosen scrub fit, particularly for clinics and group orders.
This fit offers a balanced silhouette that isn’t too tight or too loose, making it suitable for a wide range of body types and clinical environments.
Best for:
- Hospitals and general clinics
- Mixed healthcare teams
- Staff requiring consistent, professional uniforms
Modern Classic styles are well represented in collections such as Cherokee Workwear Professionals, Cherokee Revolution, Dickies Everyday Scrubs and Wink Boundless.
Browse options across Cherokee scrubs, Dickies scrubs and Wink / WonderWink scrubs.
Relaxed Fit: Comfort for Long Shifts
Relaxed fit scrubs prioritise comfort and ease of movement. They provide additional room through the body and legs, making them ideal for physically demanding roles and long shifts.
This fit is particularly popular in:
- Veterinary clinics
- Aged care environments
- Roles involving lifting, bending or extended standing
Relaxed fit options can be found across selected styles within the Dickies Balance range and select Wink collections designed for all-day comfort.
Explore suitable options in our vet scrubs and nursing scrubs collections.
Jogger Scrubs: Modern, Active & Functional
Jogger scrub pants have continued to grow in popularity, offering a contemporary look combined with practical benefits for active roles.
Featuring tapered legs and elastic cuffs, jogger styles help:
- Keep hems off the floor
- Reduce trip hazards
- Maintain a clean, modern silhouette
Joggers are especially popular in dental, cosmetic and outpatient settings, as well as among staff who prefer a more athletic fit.
Popular jogger styles are available across Wink W123, Wink Renew and Dickies Signature collections.
View our full range of jogger scrub pants.
Choosing the Right Fit for Your Role
While personal preference matters, certain fit styles tend to work better in specific environments:
- Hospitals & clinics: Modern Classic
- Dental & cosmetic: Modern Classic or Jogger
- Vet & aged care: Relaxed fit
- Highly active roles: Jogger styles
For clinics ordering in bulk, selecting a primary fit style helps maintain a cohesive team appearance.
Fit Consistency for Team Uniforms
When planning uniforms for clinics and healthcare teams, fit consistency is just as important as colour selection.
Many clinics successfully adopt:
- One approved top fit
- Two approved pant styles (e.g. Modern Classic and Jogger)
- Consistent colours across all approved styles
Our team can help guide these decisions through our clinic and group orders service.
Find the right balance of comfort, movement and professional style.
FAQs
What is the most popular scrub fit?
Modern Classic remains the most popular scrub fit, particularly for clinics and mixed healthcare teams.
Are jogger scrubs appropriate for clinical settings?
Yes. Many clinics approve jogger scrub pants, especially for active or outpatient roles.
Should all clinic staff wear the same scrub fit?
Not necessarily. Clinics often approve multiple fit styles while keeping colours consistent.
