Not All Aprons are Made Equal The Most Common Types

Generally speaking, aprons are a type of protective garment that can be worn over clothing, in order to protect it. It can be used in both residential and commercial usage and when it comes to hospitality and catering industries, there are many different types of aprons to choose from. One thing is certain, aprons will help you maintain a professional dress code which is of vital importance when running a food, catering or any other type of a business. You can choose between different colours, types and sizes, and the best thing about aprons is that they can improve sanitation and cleanliness. When speaking about types, let's see which are the most common ones.

Bib Apron

Without any doubt, the most common type of aprons is the bib apron, and just like its name implies, the adjustable bib apron provides full coverage for the torso. Simply put, an adjustable bib apron is a full length apron that can cover the front chest area and top of the legs and one that offers a complete coverage which is essential when working in the food industry. Usually, bib aprons come with a loop around the neck, with straps that can be tied around the waist. These types of aprons provide a good protection especially against spills of beverage and are also known under the name of chef’s apron.

Lifestyle Apron

Lifestyle aprons offer a large coverage on both chest and legs and are maybe one of the most versatile and functional types of an apron. Thanks to their coverage they are appropriate for any type of restaurant employee, and the additional two front pockets are ideal for holding pads, pens or any other tool.

Waist Apron

Waist aprons are totally different types of aprons when compared with the two aforementioned. They do not provide torso coverage and do not end at the knee like the bib and lifestyle aprons. In fact, waist aprons sit well above the knee while providing an easy and free leg movement. They are ideal for front-of-the-house servers, especially for those that need to move faster and more often, and usually, they are the preferred type of apron uniform for waitstaff as they have front pockets where waiters can hold their pads an pens.

When it comes to the material, you can choose between a plethora of them like cotton, cotton denim, polyester, polycotton, and polythene, and the ones you choose will mainly depend on the type of your business.