ubiquitous leggings, with jumpers, pyjamas and even coat sales growing more sluggishly than the power pinny. Their return to the forefront of fashion also makes sense.
Most aprons only cost around £20, and in a year where everything is up in the air, there is something very reassuring about clothes we associate with the past - and frilly pinnies are a reminder of a time of cocktails before dinner and not being worried about endangering your grandmother if you pop around for a cup of tea.
Although, as with everything, what type of apron you buy says a lot about you...The Alice in Wonderland-style bib Apron, £24, Sophie Allport for John LewisThis is all frilly girlishness with ruffles and bows from brands like Cath Kidston (for whom apron.
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