This men's apron is crafted out of medium-weight linen. The cotton twill tape is attached at the waist and can be tied in the front or the back of the wearer. The buttonhole in the point is made to go over a waistcoat or coat button. This type of apron can be seen in period images of male laborers who are often doing dirty tasks like cooking, painting, carving, or other trades that threaten to stain clothes. This style of the apron can be seen with the top attached to the button or simply tied around the waist with the top panel hanging down.
The item arrived and my friend was grilled! He wore it to teach a Regency writing workshop in Bath, England and he looked great! Wish I could share a picture!
My husband received a Tradesman's Apron and we love it. The quality and colors are great, and it arrived promptly. He can't wait to wear it for his historical medical demonstrations.
Good fit and I am a big man. Only complaint is the exposed stitching is clearly machine made.