About

Our Beginnings

We started from very simple roots -- a mom creating an apron for her chef son. Knowing she could sew, Kate Meier's sons came to her asking if she could make them a custom, unique, and durable apron. The ones they were buying were expensive, uncomfortable, and had less than ideal pockets that caught every crumb.

Once she had her first prototype, she started working with all three of her sons to tweak different aspects. The result was an apron that fit all the needs of industry professionals. It was the perfect blend of stylish, comfortable, and most importantly: durable.

As her business has grown, so has her "family", collecting new "kids" she meets in restaurants across the country. As she meets new chefs with new needs, she is constantly collecting feedback for new designs or ways to perfect her craft.

Our Purpose

  • Affordable

    As a mother with three sons who work in the industry, Kate understands keeping the price at a point where all industry workers can afford a handmade, high quality apron.

  • Durable

    We test all of our fabrics to be long lasting, comfortable, and easy to clean. Our fabrics are chosen so our aprons can look as good as possible for as long as possible. Whether buying for your employees or yourself, we know how important it is for your apron to be as ready fro your shift as you are.

  • Unique

    Simple, classic aprons always have a time and place, but we know that the unique ones are what set us apart. We want you to be able to express yourself, whatever your mood may be!

Our Name

The BA in our logo stands for far more than it appears. Kate Meier's maiden name is Boerboon (pronounced like bourbon) and she wanted to pay homage to her family name. Specifically, to her grandpa, Frank Boerboon, who was a butcher. The BA is a nod to where she came from, Boerboon Aprons. In typical Kate style, she wanted a little bit of elusiveness by leaving the logo untied to the company name. So, if you would like to think of it as Bad A*s, Kate would love that :)