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Our Guide to Choosing the Right Apron

Written by Aimee McFarlane | Jul 4, 2024

With more aprons than ever before we've created this guide, so you can find the right apron, built for your intended purpose, and in a style and weight that's suitable for yourself or your customer.

In this guide, we feature the Canvas Apron, Carrie Apron, Denim Apron and Linen Apron. Built around our existing fabric library of solid performers. Whether you’re looking for heavy weight, kitchen ready or lightweight front of house we have the apron to suit your preferences.

 



Canvas Apron
1080

Wide frame  |  Heavyweight fabric  |  2 Colours
Suitable for screen printing, DTG and embroidery

Our Heavyweight contender. Made in 365gsm (10.8oz) 100% Cotton Duck Canvas, this apron is built to last. Duck canvas is renowned for its tight weave and superior durability. Woven with two yarns together in the warp (vertical) and a single yarn in the weft (horizontal), it provides a robust, workwear-ready fabric, protecting your clothes from spills, tears and damage.

The 1080 Canvas Apron boasts the widest frame in our range, featuring a large functional front pocket, heavy weight double stitching, reinforced pressure points, an adjustable neck strap for comfort, and hanger loop for convenience. 

Best uses include: Chef, Server, Food Truck, Jeweller, Woodworker.
Companion style - 1081 Canvas Half Apron






Carrie Apron
1082

Standard frame  |  Heavyweight fabric  |  5 Colours
Suitable for screen printing, DTG and embroidery

Our all-round team player, the Carrie Apron, is crafted from durable 320gsm (11.3oz) Cotton Canvas with functionality at its core. The cross-back straps ensure even weight distribution across the shoulders, providing essential all-day comfort for those long shifts on the floor.

Wearers have the option to tie the straps at the back or for extra secure shoulder support, they can tie them in the front. Designed with metal eyelets for added durability and featuring a large patch pocket, the Carrie Apron is perfect for holding order pads, iPads, pens, and other necessary utensils.

Best uses include: Chef, Front & back of house, Events, Florist, Barista/Coffee Shop
Companion style - 1083 Carrie Half Apron






Denim Apron
1084

Standard frame  |  Heavyweight fabric  |  2 Colours
Suitable for screen printing, DTG and embroidery

Introducing our Denim Apron, offering a blend of practicality and style. Made from durable 350gsm (12.3oz) heavy weight denim with contrast stitching, it’s built to last. The cross-back straps, featuring 100% leather trim in a contrasting colour, provide a comfortable and adjustable fit. For added convenience, the removable straps are fastened with durable YKK metal shank buttons, making them easy to remove before washing.

Best uses include: Bar staff, Barber, Tattoo Artist, Front and back of house, Barista.
Companion style - 1085 Denim Half Apron

 

 

Linen Apron 1086

Standard frame  |  Lightweight fabric  |  2 Colours
Suitable for screen printing, DTG and embroidery

Introducing our lightweight apron option, crafted from 215gsm (7.6oz) 100% linen fabric. Known for its temperature-regulating properties, linen makes this apron an essential for summer hospitality. The durable and long-lasting linen yarn ensures a fluff-free yet worn-in, comfortable look over time, while still offering protection from spills and stains. Self-fabric ties, with a sturdy metal neck strap adjuster and large front pocket ready to accommodate note pads, pens and utensils. Hanger loop for added convenience. 

Best uses include: Summer hospitality, Café / Bistro, Front of house, Florist.
Companion style – 1087 Linen Half Apron





A complete range of full or half length aprons to suit any task

In addition to our bib apron range, we offer a complementary half apron for each style: 1081 Canvas Half, 1083 Carrie Half, 1085 Denim Half, and 1087 Linen Half. Half aprons provide protection without restricting your upper body movement, making them a versatile choice for various work environments.

Our half aprons are designed with comfort, convenience, and versatility in mind. Featuring a large front pocket and long waist ties that can be easily secured at the back or front, these aprons offer both functionality and style. Crafted from the same durable, high-quality fabrics as our bib aprons, our half aprons are built to withstand the demands of busy work environments.

Featuring the talented team at Bivacco, a bold Italian restaurant located on Auckland's Viaduct Harbour.

Explore our Apron collection and order now: