At Steel City, we know that when you put your brand on an apron, it needs to look the part and stand the test of time. We select and brand aprons for the way hospitality and event teams actually work: hot washes, long shifts, and pockets that get used properly. Our choices focus on a fit that’s comfortable, fabrics that hold their quality, and branding that stays looking professional shift after shift.
- Useful pockets: We will always steer you towards bib and waist aprons with pocket layouts that are actually useful for the recipient. We know how important it is for staff to have somewhere for order pads, pens, or a device mid-service, rather than just looking good on a page.
- Quality branding: We choose branding methods like embroidery where we know it’ll hold up, and we advise on print areas so the logo doesn’t crack or peel after repeat washing. It’s really important that the branding doesn’t look tired by week two – it needs to make your brand stand out for the long haul.
- Adjustable fit: We prioritise adjustable neck hardware and tie-backs because one fixed fit rarely suits a whole team. This cuts down the wasted time of trying to “make it work” on the day and ensures everyone feels comfortable and part of the team straight away.
- Fabrics that hold shape: Our approach is to favour workwear polycotton twill builds (like 65% polyester / 35% cotton around 195gsm) because they cope much better with daily wear and hot washes. You want the product to be used over and over again without the thinning or sagging you might see with lighter fabrics.
- Visual proofs: Our proofing process locks in your logo size, placement and colour before anything goes into production. We want to back the client every step of the way, ensuring there are no surprises like off-centre embroidery or branding that doesn’t land well when you’re up against an opening night.
- Clear lead times: We quote lead times from artwork approval because that’s the point the job can physically start. If you’re planning around rotas or event dates, we’ll work with you to schedule delivery so you have everything when you need it, avoiding that last-minute panic.
- Expert recommendations: Our team starts with a core set of aprons we trust for fabric weight, fit, and branding results, then we widen the search if your brief needs something different. It helps you narrow down a choice really quickly with a product we know works, whilst still offering bespoke sourcing when you have the time.