March 31, 2005

Disparate Housewives

Jessie Steele Aprons

These days, you rarely find a little boy tied to his mother’s apron strings.

In fact, with fast food taking over dinnertime, it’s rare to see aprons tied to anyone at all.

That’ll change when you get a glimpse of Jessie Steele aprons. Reminiscent of 1950s-housewife garb, the charming shmattes come in numerous patterns (floral, toile, gingham, striped) and styles (A-line, scalloped, and bib), so there’s an apron for any statement you want to make.

Want to look sexy while chopping the chanterelles? Carmen’s black lace and tulle will make his mouth water. Kitchen kitsch? Ava says it loud and clear with cherries and red bows. And, since this is 2005 (not 1955), there’s a pinstripe version for men, as well as designs for little girls.

None yet for boys.

But they can always hitch a ride with mom.

Available at Maison de Belles Choses, 3263 Sacramento Street (415-345-1797); or Lavish, 540 Hayes Street (415-565-0540). To see styles, go to jessiesteele.com.