The Great British Bake Off is back on August 24th with a dozen cakes, innuendos and (hopefully) no soggy bottoms. Channel your inner Mary Berry and keep clothes icing and cake batter-free with these super stylish aprons.
Pinny chic
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When Alexa Chung almost won star baker on the Great Comic Relief Bake Off we were more fussed about her denim/beige apron combo. This cool indigo denim design from Toast has two huge patch pockets, which are perfect for keep those baking tools to hand.
Denim Apron, £69, Toast
Monochrome magic
Go back to black with this contemporary monochrome and geometric print apron from Tori Murphy. With adjustable straps and two large front pockets, these aprons, which are woven and made in England, are practical too.
Boulder Apron, £59.95, Tori Murphy
50s style
Inspired by the aprons worn by both men and women in grocery stores up until the 1950s, this made-to-order apron has metal buckles, saddles and saddlery leather ties. All aprons come with a number, for that unique touch.
Mercantile Apron, £125, Damson Denim
Jungle fever
Lush, jungle designs and botanical motifs have taken over interiors. Unleash your wild side with this explosion of palm leaves on House of Hackney's retro cotton apron.
Midnight Palmeral Cotton Apron, £40, House of Hackney
Clever contrast
This heavy duty cotton apron updates the utility stripe in smart neutrals with a contrasting pop of acid bright colour and with a huge handy pocket for stashing your essentials when your hands are covered in flour. At this bargain price you could also get the matching teatowels for a smart kitchen update.
Utility Apron, £15, Habitat
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