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These aprons are used by top chefs, home cooks and hobbyists alike—browse through to find out which suits your style
In the Philippines’s dynamic F&B industry, a chef’s apron is more than just protective or practical gear, it has become something of a functional fashion statement. Through their apron, chefs can express not only their personality but that of their restaurant. These accessories have become extensions of the brand—a special detail that adds more meaningful nuance to a concept, and conveys how the brand is infused into every nook and cranny of the business.
Custom-made aprons take things to the next level, offering comfort, durability and style tailored to each chef’s unique needs. Whether you’re in a bustling kitchen, minding front-of-house matters or working your magic behind the bar, a well-made and beautifully designed apron can totally affect your look and even boost your confidence. It puts you right in the mood for a beautifully smooth service shift ahead.
Hogsmith
Hogsmith is probably the most playful manufacturer of the lot, with a varied range of smile-inducing design possibilities for restaurant owners to select from. Bold colours, funky prints and patterns, intricate embroidery and patches are just some of the options that await you. Their apron straps can be traditionally set in place, made with a clip-button, belt-like design or even a hook fastener.
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By Sondo
Simple, straightforward and designed with the chef in mind, By Sondo is an apron brand that understands how these busy characters move in the kitchen.
Chef Works
Functional and designed to get the job done, these aprons are an easy choice for when you need to get down to business. There are a variety of designs to browse through, so restaurants and cafés of all kinds will be spoilt for choice. Most of the design iterations can be made unique with quick, easy and simple customisations such as strap colour changes.
Ava and Ava
Understated and shabby chic, the cross-back loose-fitting apron from Ava and Ava is a well-suited choice for more laid-back and easygoing labels.
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Sanchi
From cute patches to colourful straps and a variety of fabric choices, build your own bespoke apron with ease at Sanchi.
Gouache
Gouache shares vest-style aprons that are more cropped, in addition to their longer-length versions. They even have aprons that are designed for potters (but can be used in the kitchen too).
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Concept creation is the name of the game and branding takes centre stage in Isabel's day-to-day schedule. From producing shoots, conceptualising bespoke projects for our partners, relationship management, to cooking up features and events for Tatler Dining, this editor is a tried and tested foodie at heart. She mainly writes content for Tatler Dining, engaging in captivating discussions with restaurateurs, chefs, producers, and food enthusiasts to tell must-know stories. Aside from that Isabel manages Tatler Dining's flagship events like Off Menu, or Cocktail Festival and puts together the Tatler Dining Guide, our annual listing of the best eats around town.
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