Are you looking for retro aprons for your restaurant or commercial enterprise? With the experience of over 30 years in branded event display marketing products such as aprons, drinkware and banners, Red Iron Brand Solutions can provide you with customized, durable and high-quality retro aprons for your business. Read on to find out more.

History of Aprons

Aprons have a long and colorful history that informs their use today. Some of the earliest depictions of women wearing aprons have been found in figurines of fertility goddesses from the 1600s that can be found at the Heraklion Archeological Museum (Crete). It was also discovered that Assyrian priests and Egyptian pharaohs wore sacred aprons and jewel-encrusted aprons, respectively.

During the Middle Ages in Europe, a person’s trade could be recognized by the kind of apron he/she wore. For example, a barber had a checkered apron, while stonemasons wore white aprons to protect themselves from white dust that emanated from their work.

By the 16th century, aprons turned into a fashion statement and were embellished with lace and embroidery. In the 1650s, Oliver Cromwell’s statement on women and girls dressing properly brought forth the Puritan white apron aesthetic.

In the 18th century, soldiers of the French Foreign Legion adorned leather aprons as their ceremonial outfits.

The Hoover apron or ‘Hooverette’, named after Herbert H. Hoover who was the head of the U.S. Food Administration, was popularized in the 1910s. This wraparound or half-apron version quickly became a rage across the country.

Retro Aprons – Design and Uses

Retro aprons add style, durability and flexibility to cooking and serving processes. Bring back the retro feel to your commercial kitchen or restaurant aesthetic with our range of retro aprons.

What is the Best Fabric for Aprons?

Choosing the right fabric for your retro aprons is imperative in increasing its utility and lifespan. Read on to find out more about the best fabrics to use.

Retro Apron Fabrics

Cottons

Lightweight, comfortable and easily maintained and cleaned, cotton retro aprons are an excellent option for waiters and busboys in restaurants and eateries. They are breathable and flexible, giving your staff the comfort to move around a hot kitchen or busy dining area with ease.

Denim

Denim was developed to withstand extreme conditions and using them as aprons can provide durability and resistance to in a hard-working kitchen or other establishment where strong wear is important. And don’t forget the trendy aesthetic they offer as well.

Polycotton Twill

Polycotton is a highly popular fabric for aprons as it is perfect for heavy usage and is lightweight, enhancing the comfort of the wearer.

Retro Apron Colors

Our retro aprons are available in a range of stunning colors that can complement your commercial space and your company brand.

Caramel

The color of the earth, our caramel retro aprons offer style and warmth in a beautiful caramel colored apron.

Gray Broken Twill

When the diagonal weave in the process of twilling is reversed to form random designs, a broken twill is formed. Twill is a highly durable and opaque fabric, providing greater resistance to stains and spills in a restaurant setting. Available in a cool and soothing neutral gray to match any space.

Pinstripe Denim

The slimming lines of the pinstripe denim retro apron are flattering for all body types and offer a trendy and fun look to your staff.

Pinstripe Denim with Alternate Color Pockets

Pair the pinstripe denim with contrasting colored pockets for a pop of color in your retro aprons!

Indigo Denim Colors

A hard wearing apron, the indigo denim range in a beautiful shade of darker blue has a fresh and appealing aesthetic.

For more information on our range of retro aprons, contact Red Iron Brand Solutions at 800-325-3824 today.

Why Choose Red Iron Brand Solutions?

Red Iron Brand is the go-to expert on branded and blank event display marketing products. We’re a specialized niche that is innovative and at the forefront of new products and growth. With our advanced product offerings, industry knowledge, and unique techniques, we are leaders in the early advancement of new and original event displays. Contact us today at 800-325-3824 for advice or a custom quote.