This document provides information about exporting aprons. It discusses different types of aprons such as bib aprons, bistro aprons, and aprons worn by bakers and doctors. Quality is important for export markets, and materials should be sturdy and durable. Design also matters, with practical features like pockets but also an appealing style. The global apron market was worth millions in 2018 and is expected to continue growing in the coming years.
2. WHAT IS APRON?
An apron is a protective piece of
clothing made from fabric (or other
materials) that covers the front of
the body. Some workers
wear aprons for hygienic reasons
(for example restaurant workers).
Other workers wear aprons to
protect clothes, or to protect their
bodies from injury
3. WHAT IS A
BIB APRON?
An apron is usually held in
place by two ribbon-like strips
of cloth that are tied at the back.
A bib apron may either have a
strap around the neck (perhaps
the most widespread use
today), or shoulder straps that
criss-cross at the back and
attach to the waistband.
4. TYPES OF APRONS
Why do doctors wear apron?
The garment is
made from white
or light-colored
cotton, linen, or
cotton polyester
blend, allowing it
to be washed at
high temperature
and make it easy to
see if it is clean.
WHY
DO DOCTORS
WEAR HALF
SLEEVE
LAB APRON : ...
Faster recognition
by patients, nurses
and other doctors,
25 percent.
What is a bistro apron?
Bistro aprons are
machine washable and
often made from a
polyester and cotton
blend. ... Bistro
aprons are available in
over popular 30 colors.
Different lengths and
pocket configurations
allow you to select the
perfect apron for your
needs.
5. WHAT DO BAKERS WEAR?
Since bakers work with messy ingredients,
many bakers wear black aprons. You can
either choose an apron that covers your chef
jacket or shirt front, but many simply wear a
half apron to cover the trousers. Depending
on where you work, your apron may have to
be a specific colour, but black is more
traditional.
8. APRON
QUALITY
FOR EXPORT
MARKET
Aprons can be made of several materials, but the
ones used for cooking are mostly made of cotton
or other textile material. Sturdy materials and
durable stitch work are key. The kind of fabric is
an important determinant of quality. Cotton-
polyester blends are easy to wash, dry and treat.
Waterproof household aprons can also be made
of oilcloth or PVC. Vinyl is very easy to wipe clean.
Flame-retardant or flame-resistant materials add
quality to aprons and prevent cooks from burns or
spitting fat and flame flare-ups. Flame-resistant
aprons are costly, with prices usually 10-20
timeshigher than conventional aprons.
9. APRON DESIGN
EXPORT MARKET
Aprons should be stylish and practical in design at the same
time. Consumers often prefer aprons with handy pockets or
pouches and the ‘look’ of an apron is becoming increasingly
important.
As the hospitality business depends a lot on image, ‘style’ should
not be overlooked. Appealing designs
can be accomplished through an apron’s cut and the material’s
pattern.
11. Global
Market
The top players including
A. Imprints
Williams-Sonoma Inc
Flirty Aprons
IGift Company Limited
Chef Works Inc.
Portland Apron Company
Zazzle Inc.
Lifeline Jackets.
The global Apron
market was million
US$ in 2018 and is
expected to million
US$ by the end of
2025, growing at a
CAGR of between
2019 and 2025.