Velilla 11 cotton bib apron: the time-honoured choice for the stove
It is the classic white kitchen apron, and it remains in the catalogue for a specific reason: it is made of 100% cotton, the only fabric in this range that does not melt when splashed with hot oil. Wherever there is fire, a griddle or a fryer, cotton is the right choice over polyester or PVC.
✅ Features
100% cotton: breathable, absorbent and does not melt on contact with occasional heat.
180 g/m²: lightweight, does not add extra heat in a kitchen at 40 degrees.
High bib with cord neck ties: protects the chest and shirt.
Tie-up adjustment straps: fits any waist size with no buckles digging in.
No pockets: smooth surface, easier to keep clean and to justify in a hygiene audit.
One size, unisex.
👷 Suitable for
Hot kitchens: hobs, griddle, grill and fryer.
Food workshops, bakeries and pastry shops.
Institutional catering, school canteens and hospitals.
Food industry and food handling.
Hospitality schools and training.
📋 Technical data
Velilla reference: 11
Composition: 100% cotton
Weight: 180 g/m²
Style: with bib, cord neck ties
Pockets: none
Sizing: one size (U), unisex
Colour: white
🧺 Care
Machine wash at high temperature; white cotton can take vigorous washing.
Suitable for industrial laundry.
Iron at high temperature.
Shrinks slightly in the first washes at 60°: this is normal for 100% cotton.
💡 Tip: if the apron will be near fire, do not swap it for a polyester one even though it dries faster. Polyester melts and sticks to the skin; cotton only scorches. That is why this 11 remains the standard in hot kitchens compared with the 404204, which is polyester and better suited to front of house and retail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose cotton rather than polyester?
Because polyester melts and sticks to the skin when exposed to hot oil; cotton only scorches.
Does it shrink when washed?
Yes, slightly in the first washes at 60 degrees. This is normal behaviour for 100% cotton.
Does it have pockets?
No. The smooth surface makes hygiene easier.
What size should I order?
One size (U); the straps tie to fit any waist size.
Can it withstand industrial laundry?
Yes, and it can be ironed at high temperature.
What colours is it available in?
White only.
How heavy is the fabric?
180 g/m2, a light weight designed for hot kitchens.
