Artisan Collection by Reprime Espresso Bib Apron - Artisan Collection by Reprime RP123

Artisan Collection by Reprime RP123 Espresso Bib Apron with Faux Leather Trim for Barista and Cafe Uniforms

The Artisan Collection by Reprime Espresso Bib Apron (RP123) is the range's boutique statement piece: a 6 oz. (US) 65/35 cotton/polyester bib finished with a deep faux leather top trim and matching neckband in 100% polyurethane. The neckband loops through two large eyelets in that trim and adjusts on each side with press stud buttons, while a center-stitched pocket splits into two pleated bellow compartments. Within the Artisan Collection by Reprime range it is the style buyers choose when the uniform has to look like part of the interior design, and it brings a leather-accented option to our wholesale apron lineup without leather care requirements.

Key Product Specifications

• Brand: Artisan Collection by Reprime
• Style Number: RP123
• Product Type: Bib apron, faux leather trim
• Material: 6 oz. (US), 10 oz./L yd (CA), 65/35 cotton/polyester
• Trim: 100% polyurethane faux leather top trim and neckband
• Neck Strap: Adjustable each side with press stud buttons
• Pockets: Center-stitched pocket forming two pleated bellow compartments
• Dimensions: 32 inches long x 28 inches wide

Specifications at a Glance

Quick Answer: When the RP123 Is the Right Call

Choose the RP123 Espresso bib apron when the venue's look is dark wood, brass, and slow-poured coffee, and the apron has to match the room. The faux leather band across the chest gives the uniform an upscale focal point no flat apron can fake, and the stud-button neck adjustment keeps that band sitting level on every wearer. Venues wanting denim character instead of leather accents usually land on the Domain bib from the same maker.

Construction and Materials

The body fabric is a 65/35 cotton/polyester twill at 6 oz. (US), listed at 10 oz./L yd for Canada, light enough for all-day comfort yet tight enough to shield clothing through espresso service. The defining feature sits at the top: a deep 100% polyurethane faux leather trim, pierced by two large eyelets through which the matching neckband loops. Press stud buttons on each side of the neckband set the height. Below, a single center pocket is stitched down the middle to create two pleated bellow compartments that expand to hold cloths, tampers, and notepads. The panel measures 32 inches long by 28 inches wide.

Coverage and Adjustability

The bib covers chest to knee on most staff, and the twin stud buttons let each wearer shorten or lengthen the neckband symmetrically, so the leather-look band stays horizontal rather than sagging to one side. The polyurethane trim needs no breaking in and stays supple through laundering cycles, unlike genuine leather straps that stiffen with washing. Teams that want a lighter, simpler bib for back-of-house prep often pair this front-of-house piece with the RP150 recycled bib apron so the showpiece stays out of the flour.

Decoration Guidance

Embroider on the fabric body, not the trim: the sweet spot is centered on the chest just below the faux leather band, which then acts as a natural frame above the logo. Needles and polyurethane do not mix, so keep all stitching off the trim and eyelets. The smooth twill takes fine lettering well, and heat-applied transfers work on the lower body if a larger mark is needed. Programs running leather-look accents across roles sometimes coordinate this apron with the chino styles such as the RP133 chino waist apron for a mixed but cohesive front-of-house.

Venues Where the Espresso Apron Shines

Wholesale and Program Buying

The RP123 typically enters programs as the guest-facing tier: baristas and floor leads wear it while production staff wear plainer bibs, an arrangement that concentrates the style where guests see it. The one size cut with dual stud adjustment means no size planning, and the polyurethane trim removes the maintenance objections real leather raises with laundry services. Many buyers source the whole tiered lineup from the same brand collection so every level of the uniform shares construction quality.

Buyer and Reorder Workflow

Order a decorated sample first and check embroidery position against the trim line on an actual wearer, since the band defines the visual geometry. Pilot on the espresso bar, then roll out. The style reorders reliably, and its trim tone and fabric have stayed consistent across production, so later pieces match the originals. Keep artwork digitized and filed with your decorator for fast top-ups when the team grows.

Who Buys the RP123 and Why

Cafe owners buy it to make the bar look as considered as the cup. Beverage directors buy it because a distinctive apron elevates staff presence without a full uniform redesign. Managers keep buying it because the polyurethane trim tolerates real laundering, meaning the showpiece look does not come with hand-wash overhead. It is the apron for operators who count the front bar as part of their brand identity.

Choosing Between the RP123 and Its Companions

Our Recommendation

If one apron in the program is allowed to be the statement, make it the RP123. Nothing else in the range draws the eye like the faux leather band, and because the drama is built into the garment, a modest embroidered mark finishes the uniform, no oversized branding required.

Alternatives and Replacement Styles

Venues that love the premium direction but need a woven-texture alternative move to the Annex oxford bib RP144, while denim-led concepts choose the Domain treatment instead. If a leather-strap apron has aged out of your program because of care problems, the RP123 restores the look with laundry-safe polyurethane in its place.

What Sets the RP123 Apart

The Espresso apron solves the leather-apron paradox: the look of a leather-trimmed barista apron with none of the conditioning, stiffening, or wash-restriction burdens, because the trim is 100% polyurethane. Add the eyelet-looped neckband, dual stud adjustment, and expanding bellow pockets, and it stands alone in the range as the piece designed first for how it reads across a room.

Most Popular Artisan Collection Aprons

RP129 Cross Back Barista | RP126 Jeans Stitch Bib | RP132 Chino Bib | RP137 Calibre Apron | RP122 Regenerate Bib

Care and Durability

Machine wash on standard cycles; the polyurethane trim tolerates normal laundering but appreciates moderate temperatures and low dryer heat, which also protect embroidery. Do not iron over the trim. Wiped with a damp cloth between washes, the faux leather band keeps its finish, and the light twill body dries quickly enough to turn around between consecutive services.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fabric and weight is the RP123 Espresso apron?
The body is a 65/35 cotton/polyester twill at 6 oz. (US), listed at 10 oz./L yd for Canada, with a 100% polyurethane faux leather trim.

Is the trim real leather?
No, and deliberately so: the trim and neckband are 100% polyurethane, giving the leather look while remaining machine-laundry friendly.

How does the neckband adjust?
The band loops through two large eyelets in the top trim and fastens with press stud buttons on each side, adjusting symmetrically so the trim stays level.

What pockets does this apron have?
A center-stitched front pocket forms two pleated bellow compartments that expand to hold cloths, tools, and notepads.

What are the dimensions of the RP123?
The bib measures 32 inches long by 28 inches wide, covering chest to knee on most adult wearers.

Where should a logo be embroidered on this style?
Centered on the chest just below the faux leather band, which frames the artwork; keep all stitching off the trim itself.

Can the RP123 go through commercial laundering?
Yes, on standard cycles with moderate heat; avoid ironing the trim and keep dryer temperatures low to preserve the finish.

Is this apron suited to kitchens or front-of-house?
It is designed to be seen: espresso bars, lounges, and guest-facing service get the most from it, with plainer bibs covering production roles.

Why choose faux leather over a genuine leather apron?
Polyurethane trim needs no conditioning, does not stiffen after washing, and keeps its finish through cycles that ruin genuine leather straps.

Which companion styles pair well with the RP123?
The Annex oxford bib for dining rooms, the Barley recycled bib for casual roles, and chino styles for tailored floor staff round out a tiered program.

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