Aprons

Shop aprons for chefs, cafes, butchers and food service teams, from full-length bib aprons to short waist aprons for baristas and floor staff. Every style can be made into a custom apron with your logo, embroidered or printed by our team in Perth.

Shop aprons by style

• Bib aprons: full chest-to-knee cover for kitchens and prep areas.
• Waist aprons: half, 3/4 and short styles for baristas, waiters and front-of-house.
• Chef aprons: heavier cotton drill and poly/cotton for commercial kitchens.
• Denim aprons: washed denim and denim-look bib and waist styles for cafes and bars.
• Cross-back aprons: no neck strain, with changeable straps in up to 10 colours.
• Butcher's aprons: navy and white striped bibs for butchers and delis.
• PVC and vinyl aprons: waterproof cover for wash-up, seafood and cleaning.

Which apron suits your business?

Commercial kitchens: a full bib apron in cotton drill or poly/cotton covers the chest and legs and stands up to daily hot washes. Choose one with a pocket for thermometers and pens.

Cafes and baristas: waist aprons and cross-back bibs keep staff looking sharp at the counter. Denim and canvas are popular because they hide coffee stains and soften with wear.

Waiting and floor staff: short or half waist aprons leave the shirt visible, which suits a branded uniform, and give quick access to an order pad.

Butchers and delis: the traditional striped butcher's apron in hard-wearing polyester/viscose twill comes in a standard and a long length.

Cleaning and wash-up: PVC and vinyl aprons wipe clean and keep water off clothes. Smock aprons cover the front and back and slip on over a polo.

Apron fabrics compared

• Cotton drill: breathable and comfortable in hot kitchens; best for embroidery.
• Polyester/cotton: holds colour, resists creasing and dries quickly, so it suits high-wash use.
• Canvas (around 350 gsm): heavy and structured for baristas and bar staff.
• Denim and denim-look: a rustic look with contrast stitching; available in bib and waist styles.
• PVC and vinyl: fully waterproof and wipe clean, for wet and messy work.

Custom aprons with your logo

Most of our customers order custom aprons branded with their business name or logo. Embroidery gives a classy, long-lasting finish and is the most popular choice for cafes, restaurants and hotels. Printing suits larger logos and full-colour artwork. The usual placement is the centre chest on bib aprons and the front pocket or hip on waist aprons.

Send us your logo and the styles you like and we'll set up your artwork and send a proof before anything is made. Every apron here can be branded.

Personalised aprons for your staff

Want each team member's name on their apron? Personalised aprons with a name under the logo are a simple way to help customers get to know your staff, and they work well for cooking schools, events and gifts too.

Apron brands we stock

We supply aprons from JB's Wear, Biz Collection, DNC Workwear, Winning Spirit and Australian Industrial Wear. Pair them with our hospitality uniforms, chef jackets and chef pants for a complete kitchen uniform.

Aprons in Perth, delivered Australia-wide

Flash Uniforms has been outfitting businesses from our Perth showroom since 1985. Visit us Monday to Friday, 9am to 2pm, to see apron fabrics and colours in person, or order online and we'll deliver anywhere in Australia.

Apron FAQs

What is the difference between bib aprons and waist aprons?

Bib aprons start at the chest and run to the waist or knees, protecting your uniform from spills and splashes while cooking. Waist aprons start at the waist and cover only the front of the legs, so they suit serving staff, waiters and baristas who need less protection.

Do aprons have pockets?

Most do, but some styles are made without pockets because certain food handling roles require it. Pocket layout varies by brand and style, so check the product description and images.

Do all aprons come with straps?

Most do. Some cross-back aprons, such as the JB's Cross-Back Apron 5ACBB, are sold without straps so you can choose a strap colour to match your branding. The JB's Changeable Cross Back Straps 5ACBS come in 10 colours.

What sizes do aprons come in?

Most aprons are one size fits all. Some popular styles come in several sizes; for example the JB's Apron 5A comes in 65 x 71 cm, 86 x 93 cm and 86 x 50 cm.

What is a smock apron?

A smock apron is easy to put on and take off and protects the front and back of the wearer. Cleaning staff often wear one over a polo shirt.

What is a butcher's apron?

A striped apron worn while butchering. The navy and white JB's Butcher's Apron 5BA comes in 86 x 75 cm and a long 86 x 98 cm, in easy-care polyester/viscose twill.

How do I choose the right apron for my business?

For heavy kitchen use, choose canvas or a high-gsm polyester/cotton. If there is a lot of water and cleaning, a vinyl or PVC apron is better. Beyond that it comes down to comfort, colour and pockets. Contact us and we'll help you choose.