Bib apron. The bib apron (also known as the “French chefs apron” or a “barbecue apron”) has been worn for centuries. The bib apron’s humble beginnings began when people used scraps of fabric to make a bib-like covering that slipped over the neck and tied at the back.

What is the difference between a waist apron and a bib apron?

While waist aprons only cover one-half of the wearer’s body, bib aprons wrap around the wearer’s neck or shoulders to cover his or her chest as well. The main trade-off with bib aprons is that some people may experience limited mobility wearing them, depending on how the upper portion of the apron is held up.

What are Mexican aprons called?

The apron, also called “mandil” in Mexico, was something that has been in our family for 4 generations now.