Natural Medieval Work Apron (Cotton/Linen Blend)

Natural Medieval Work Apron (Cotton/Linen Blend)

This medieval apron has a simple rectangular cut, practically gathered into a sturdy waistband that transitions into long tie strings. Its natural, unbleached colour (ecru) underscores the authentic period look. The apron is carefully machine-sewn – the top edge is encased in the waistband and top-stitched, while the other three edges are finished with a sturdy double-fold hem. This makes the entire construction very durable and the apron perfectly suited for practical use in demanding conditions.

Occasions for Wear

Whether you're making a fire, cooking dinner in camp, processing herbs, engaging in pottery, or pursuing other crafts at a historical event, this apron is the ideal solution to protect your costume. It's excellently suited for LARP characters such as cooks, peasant women, tavern maids, or craftswomen, as well as for reenactors of the High and Late Middle Ages (especially the 14th and 15th centuries). You will appreciate its versatility and practicality during any manual activity in a historical setting.

Historical Context

For centuries, aprons were a common and indispensable part of clothing for men and women across various cultures and social classes. They primarily served to protect outer garments from dirt and wear during household chores, crafts, and daily labour. In the Middle Ages, linen was most commonly used for making aprons, valued for its exceptional durability and relative ease of cleaning. Later, with the more widespread introduction of cotton to Europe, cotton aprons also became more common, but natural or bleached linen remained a timeless classic for workwear.

Interesting Fact: The Versatility of the Apron

Besides their primary protective function, aprons in the past had many other, often surprising, uses. They could serve as an improvised basket for collecting herbs, forest fruits, or vegetables, as a potholder for hot dishes when cooking, or even for quickly drying hands. It was a truly multifunctional and versatile garment that was always at hand and ready to help.

Material and Its Properties

The apron is crafted from a high-quality blended fabric containing 87% cotton and 13% linen, with a fabric weight of 180 GSM. This material combination was chosen to combine the comfort, softness, and absorbency of cotton with the natural strength, durability, and characteristic texture of linen. The resulting material is robust enough for demanding work, yet breathable and comfortable for all-day wear.

One Size and Dimensions

The apron is designed in a practical one-size-fits-most that suits most figures and can be comfortably worn over various types of period clothing. The precise dimensions are as follows:

• Total length of tie strings including waistband: 177 cm (approx. 69.7 inches)
• Apron width at waistband (gathered part): 58 cm (approx. 22.8 inches)
• Apron width at bottom hem: 112 cm (approx. 44.1 inches)
• Total length of apron (from top of waistband down): 90 cm (approx. 35.4 inches)

Please allow for slight variations in the stated dimensions due to manual processing.

How to Care for Your Apron

To ensure your medieval apron serves you for a long time and retains its original appearance and quality, we recommend the following care:

• Washing: Hand wash or machine wash on a gentle cycle (e.g., delicates or wool program) with cold water, up to a maximum of 30°C (86°F). Use a mild detergent.
• Drying: Dry flat, for example, on a clothes rack, or hang to air dry. Avoid direct sunlight to prevent colour fading. Do not tumble dry.
• Ironing: If necessary, you can steam or iron the apron with an iron set to a low to medium temperature (suitable for cotton/linen).
• Spot Cleaning: Remove minor stains as soon as possible by gently dabbing with a damp cloth and a small amount of mild detergent or soap.

Additional Information

This is a high-quality product from the Mythrojan brand, known for its historically inspired clothing and accessories. Designed in the USA, crafted in Nepal. The product includes one medieval apron in a natural colour. Other clothing and accessories shown in the photos are not included and are for illustrative purposes only.
Please Note: The fabric colour is natural (ecru), not pure white. The actual shade may be slightly darker or differ depending on your monitor settings than it appears in the product photos.