Fashion looks to workwear for new silhouettes. The apron has been around for centuries as a way for everyone from craftsmen to housewives and make up artists to protect their clothing.With utility pockets, it offers a practical place to keep tools within reach.Designers have picked up on this, adding aprons to their collections during the past two seasons.The good news for brands is that these simple garments can be easily produced to meet every price point.In a day and age when consumers are looking to the ‘simple life’ for comfortable and reassurance, traditional aprons have a lot of appeal.Working the TrendA gender neutral directionThe traditional apron has become an inspiration for casualwear - either worn over an outfit or interpreted into wrap dresses.Overalls - both long and short - feature apron tops.This is a great trend for denim.Pair apron-style wrap tops with matching trousers or skirts.For AW ‘20/21, try micro wale cotton corduroy.Take the look in a dressier direction by using cotton velvet or crushed velvet.For SS’21, cotton or cotton/Tencel blends in fresh floral prints or stripes is a new direction.Target MarketThe Junior market is going to love this trend! It’s fun, new - and affordable.For children’s collections work the look in pullover aprons or pinafores.For boys and girls, apron top overalls are winner.