Chic aprons for cooking

by Nicole Weston, Posted Dec 13th 2006 @ 10:31AM

Cooking is so popular that aprons are actually a good choice for a holiday gift this year. Aprons provide pockets where you can keep spoons, dish towels or even small containers of spices close at hand. They're also very convenient for wiping your hands and keeping everything, from cooking oil to flour, off your clothes.

On top of their practicality in the kitchen, they also come in many surprisingly appealing designs - no old-fashioned frills or lace to be see. At least, there isn't any to be seen on any of the aprons from Anthropologie. The flower shower apron ($28, above center-left) features a brilliant color-burst in red or green and is as funky as it is feminine. The utility half-apron ($28, above far-right) is more like a tool-belt than an apron, and an even better choice if something less traditional is what you're interested in.

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Tags: anthropologie, apron, aprons, christmas, cooking, foodie, foodies, Gadgets, gift, gifts, kitchen, stores-and-shopping

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12-13-2006 @1:41PM Laryssa said... I have been searching for a cute apron, and you absolutely read my mind. I love the red one center left, and I'm so tempted to buy it for myself, but I'm worried that the white is impractical for the kitchen! Leave it to Anthropologie for making gorgeous, yet impractical clothing. So cute though!!
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12-17-2006 @2:18PM Audrey Booth said... Nothing is more frustrating to me then to see or read about something ie: those cute aprons..and then not be told where to buy them. I tried clicking on the apron I like to no avail. Why do you people show pictures of things and then not tell your reader how and where they can purchase them? This is really galling!
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12-17-2006 @2:24PM Dee said... This post is for Audrey Booth. I think the aprons are adorable, too. If you read in the area and clicl on the links (which are highlighted words) it will take you directly to the site where these can be purchased which is the following URL:

http://www.anthropologie.com/jump.jsp?itemID=404&itemType=CATEGORY

Good luck and Happy Holidays!! ;)
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12-17-2006 @2:31PM luna said... Hi Audrey it was very easy to click on the highlighted words and it took me right to the sites where I can purchase the apron. Maybe you should try it before losing your temper and blaming others for being inept
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12-17-2006 @2:32PM screwY'all said... Green one is ok but still I would never wear non of those dresses. Ugly dresses.
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12-17-2006 @3:24PM Cool Girl said... They aren't dresses! They're totally cute aprons. If you had seen the aprons my mom wore (and still wears) whew.
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12-17-2006 @3:37PM lesli said... I think that the first three do look alot like dresses and not aprons. I also take offense at the idea that women shouldn't like ruffles and lace! I love retro 50's looks and so do alot of other women I know in their 20-30's. I hate the fourth one. Some of us are proud to be girly girls.
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12-17-2006 @3:48PM Shannon said... Hey Laryssa, that white one would be really nice if baking pies and cookies and you have flour all over, in fact I could have used it this morning. I really like the fourth one, but I think it's impractical if you're short like me. My tummy is where all the flour goes because that is what's even with the counter. lol.
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12-17-2006 @3:55PM Kathy Kenny said... Here are some other great aprons, made by a friend in Mexico. Day of the Dead mariachis and Guadalupe aprons to brighten up your kitchen with some Mexican soul. http://www.sanmigueldesigns.com/shopping-dod-kitchen-apron.asp
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12-18-2006 @6:21PM Tom said... yes, yes, yes. lovely. How about some really practical aprons for people who cook rather than those who want to look like they cook.... well placed, practical pockets. a ring for a handcloth. a loop for a meat thermometer... and how about some aprons for MEN.
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12-17-2006 @5:14PM Scott said... Hello. I am a guy and...out 'o curiosity I looked at all the styling aprons...and all of your comments, sometimes, to each other. Perhaps I am mistaken but...
it sounds as if some of you are angry & ticked off at some of the other women's replies. Isn't it possible for women to have "Friendly & Accepting" comments to and with each other?? Isn't this what "discussions" are all about??..."being friendly and accepting of other people's ideas and viewpoints??? Scott
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12-17-2006 @5:06PM kim said... To Lori... Why dont you set up your own website and quit tresspassing on everyone elses to sell your crap..Everytime I look at one of these, you're in there trying to sell your makeup .. I'd never buy anything you sell just because of THAT!
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12-17-2006 @5:13PM lori said... TO KIM:
CHEER UP...THE HOLIDAYS ARE ALMOST OVER!!
XXOO
:)
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12-17-2006 @5:15PM Scott said... For what it's worth, since these are all "discussions"
Everyone desires "friends" and "friendly relationships"...yes, even in discussing aprons, haha.
I have always believed that Relationships involved
"acceptance" of other people's different ideas and viewpoints. "Looking for Love" as the saying goes...
Isn't what we are all...yes, even all the ladies via the apron discussions..."Looking for Acceptance"??? I
mean...we are all different....yet we all...also, quite the same. All are craving Acceptance, I believe??? God Bless, Scott Granted this is a
"written" communication, and not a "verbal" one. Being
"written" means it's possible for misinterpretation.
I sincerely hope and trust my {genuinely Good} intensions are kinda clear in my communicating these words. To all of you reading this...I hope you all have a Blessed and Happy Holiday Season! Scott
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12-17-2006 @5:51PM Kimberly said... Being a work at home Mom, or wahm, I've been making my own aprons for years. I actually have one that looks a little like the green one. I"m a short,hefty, woman and the aprons out there are (or seem to be) targeted for taller, thinner women. So a few years back I learned how to use a sewing a machine and have going ever since. As for the white one being a bit impractical, I use a line of cleaners that are all natural and actually get my clothes very clean and white again without removing any color(even my aprons) that may be in the fabric! It really works! I can't send out my pattern for my aprons. But I can turn you onto some really awesome stain removers and cleaners!
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12-17-2006 @6:00PM Kimberly said... Kathy, I went to your site that has the aprons! They are so cute! I love them!
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12-17-2006 @6:46PM Luella Krohn said... Hi everyone If you send me a sketch of your favorite apron I will make it for you. Lue Krohn 1706 Estrella Loveland Colorado,80538 Cost fabric plus labor. depands on style.. can call 970-663-9005.
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12-29-2006 @12:14PM Mimi said... I just attended a house party that had THE cutest aprons EVER...and dishgloves that match the aprons! And the gloves are FAB...so soft on the inside...and your hands don't smell like rubber when you pull them out! Bought a set for a Bridal Shower gift (it was a smash) - called consultant later to order a set for myself... anyway - like to keep secrets for myself - but guess I'll pass it along - oh - the bags were to die for too - I bought 3! www.bagolitas.com
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