{"id":6714,"date":"2021-11-06T11:06:22","date_gmt":"2021-11-06T16:06:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bluecotton.com\/blog\/?p=6714"},"modified":"2021-11-15T13:19:10","modified_gmt":"2021-11-15T19:19:10","slug":"custom-aprons-design","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bluecotton.com\/blog\/garment\/custom-aprons-design\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips on Using Custom Printed Aprons for Your Business"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you&#8217;re running a restaurant, a cafe, a coffee shop, or something in between, one thing remains true above all else\u2014your patrons are the lifeblood of your business, and every effort needs to go towards ensuring they have a positive experience. One frequently overlooked cornerstone of that experience is employee apparel\u2014specifically, aprons.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think about it. You may not remember how the employees at a particular spot were dressed after you leave, but you most certainly noticed while you were there. Perhaps more importantly, the right uniform can promote a sense of pride, collaboration, and solidarity in your staff.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So with all that in mind, let&#8217;s talk about a few tips around how your business can use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluecotton.com\/shop\/custom-business-apparel\/aprons\">custom-printed aprons<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start With the Right Style<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always remember that aprons are, first and foremost, meant to be practical. It&#8217;s crucial that you account for the needs and responsibilities of each employee before placing your order. Per B2B eCommerce retailer Web Restaurant Store, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webstaurantstore.com\/guide\/737\/types-of-aprons.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you&#8217;ll be choosing from the following<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Waist. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Short length for more comfort when walking. Usually have pockets, and provide no upper body coverage. Intended for bussers, servers, and other front-of-house staff.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>4-way. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multiple interchangeable layers. Intended for kitchen staff.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bistro. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extra-long waist aprons. For front-of-house staff.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bib.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Traditionally-styled apron. Ideal for kitchen staff.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tuxedo. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upscale bib aprons. A more elegant option for front-of-house staff.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cobbler. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full front and back coverage. For housekeepers, bakery staff, staff in school cafeterias, and some hospital staff.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dishwasher. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Self-explanatory. Waterproof bib aprons for dishwashers.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comfort Comes First<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It doesn&#8217;t matter how <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">good <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your aprons look if they&#8217;re so uncomfortable that your employees are miserable wearing them. Make sure each apron is properly sized to the person wearing it, and don&#8217;t be afraid to put in extra for premium materials. Better to buy a slightly higher-end apron now than have to replace the same apron five times.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow Basic Best Practices for Apparel Design<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We&#8217;ve discussed <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluecotton.com\/blog\/design-tips\/design-a-shirt-your-step-by-step-guide-to-killer-printed-clothing-design\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best practices for custom t-shirt design<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the past. The same general advice applies to your aprons. Pay attention to contrast and proximity, and don&#8217;t go overboard with embroidery or embroidery patches. Simple is the way to go here.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always Order Backups<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If there&#8217;s one thing anyone who&#8217;s worked in a restaurant will tell you, it&#8217;s that their job gets downright <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hectic. <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From kitchen mishaps to spills and stains, there are plenty of ways an apron can wind up damaged, maybe even unusable. Therefore, it\u2019s a good rule of thumb to keep at least one extra apron per employee in reserve.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let Employees Add Their Own Personal Touch<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Last but not least, if you&#8217;re getting your aprons custom-printed anyway, why not let the people who&#8217;ll actually <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wear <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">them participate in their design? Something as simple as letting someone get their name embroidered on their apron can make a huge difference in morale. Plus, if you order from BlueCotton, that level of personalization is as simple as hopping into our award-winning design studio.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluecotton.com\/designer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why not give it a try now<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? You might be surprised at what you&#8217;re able to come up with.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Choosing the right aprons for employees in food services is incredibly important. 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