American engineer striped fabric, AKA Hickory Stripe or Railroad Stripe, originated from durable, indigo-dyed cotton mattress ticking used by the working class, especially railroaders, in the late 19th/early 20th centuries. Its stripes disguise dirt, and the denim makes for a super sturdy base fabric.
When paired with the humble apron, it's creates a workwear classic with Americana roots.
Rco has proudly carried the Engineer Stripe apron since our inception.
We make custom uniforms that are a work of art. From bright illustrations to classic logos, we can customize any of our uniforms with your unique design. Let us know what you're thinking, and we'll make it happen.
Pictured, apron and apparel embroidery for: La Shukran, Mercy Me, Here's Looking At You, Maydan, Frankies.
See you Saturday! Come stroll, grab some coffee and pastries from @botanicafood , and peruse the Rendall Archive. Lots of goodies, and even some special limited edition merch that you won't want to miss.
Third Time's The Charm, Brooklyn
From a beloved pop-up to a Red Hook brick & mortar, Chris Milazzo opened Third Time's The Charm in the fall of 2025 to much fanfare. TTTC teamed with Rco to on their uniforms and merch, which includes sage green work jackets, off white and navy tshirts, and our signature indigo Lyon Bib. The workwear fits right into the quirky & cool atmosphere of the restaurant and of Red Hook.
Rco offers a tightly curated collection of four standout apron designs, all made in Portugal with our supple garment dyed cotton canvas:
Lyon Bib Apron; a classic cut for both FOH, BOH, and home chefs alike.
Meadow Crossback Bib; for long shifts, and counter positions like baristas and bartenders.
Kenwood Waist Apron; a mid-calf bistro option for bakers, serving staff, and any front facing team members.
Dillon Waist Apron; our original above knee option for hustling and agility.
Get yours today. Looking to order for your team? Shoot us a DM, or Email us at [email protected]
