Professional kitchen clothing: latest trends!
In everyday life, clothing fashion often follows the patterns of the seasons. and its own environment For every situation, there's the right outfit! Lafont, a company specializing in professional clothing since 1844, offers a wide range of kitchen apparel adapted to current fashion trends, requirements, and standards. What are the latest trends in professional kitchen clothing ?
What are the key colors for kitchens in 2025?
The chef's jacket trend in 2025 is moving away from the traditional pristine white. Professional kitchens are now adopting a more varied palette: elegant black, charcoal gray, deep blue, or even touches of natural green. These colors reflect both modernity and visual identity, while also offering better stain resistance.
How do modern cuts transform comfort and style in the kitchen?
Modern chef jackets feature more fitted and ergonomic cuts. They offer greater freedom of movement thanks to stretch panels and breathable technical fabrics.
The silhouette is thus more dynamic and elegant, without compromising safety or durability. Paired with comfortable chef's trousers, they guarantee a professional style perfectly suited to long days in the kitchen.
Lafont: Innovation at the service of textiles

For professional cooks, work attire must effectively protect against splashes, waste, flames, and any other potential incidents that may occur during food preparation and cooking. From fine dining restaurants to bistros, from the traditional chef 's jacket to the modern chef's apron and dynamic Lafont kitchen clothing is designed to meet the needs and requirements of everyone without compromising on quality, comfort and innovation.
More than ever this year, the trend is towards ethical and technical workwear. Lafont selects French fabrics made from responsible materials with a low carbon footprint. Aware of the environmental impact of workwear throughout its entire lifecycle, the company emphasizes alternative fabrics. It uses organic cotton, 100% recycled cotton, fair trade cotton, linen grown in France, and recycled polyester. Of course, in the interest of eco-responsibility , the trend is towards a gradual reduction in the use of cotton in workwear.
Workwear & eco-friendly fashion
Without compromising the functionality and style of professional kitchen clothing, Lafont places sustainable development and short supply chains at the heart of innovation by offering more and more CSR and eco-fair models.
Discover Lafont's trendy and CSR-focused designs:
Also, choosing local and responsible suppliers who guarantee traceable, recyclable and low-consumption products are the brand's main requirements.
With a thorough understanding of the needs of professional chefs, Lafont consistently offers products ahead of their time. Their complete chef jackets, suits, and trousers are both elegant and durable, crafted from ultra-lightweight fabrics. These garments allow for exceptional freedom of movement during the daily routines of professionals. As a further guarantee of quality, the brand holds the "Positive Impact" certification, which identifies exemplary products in terms of sustainability, utilizing materials with a low environmental impact (recycled, organic, etc.). These products are manufactured in audited factories (ensuring compliance with working conditions and environmental standards) and transported by ship or train. Furthermore, all of Lafont's partners and suppliers are also committed to eco-design and eco-socio-responsibility .
Finally, Lafont also promotes the reuse and recycling of all textile products, guaranteeing them a second life. Despite the rapid evolution of trends in professional fashion, Lafont remains, this year again, 100% committed to developing high-quality and durable products.
A range for everyone
Whether you're a chef or a catering professional, choosing the right kitchen equipment is essential for combining comfort, safety, and performance. Here are some tips for selecting the best kitchen clothing and accessories.
- How to choose the right chef's jacket : A chef's jacket is essential for comfort and protection in the kitchen. Discover the criteria to consider when choosing the jacket that will offer you both safety and freedom of movement.
- How to choose the right kitchen apron : A good apron protects your clothes from splashes while being practical. Discover how to choose a kitchen apron suited to your professional needs, while prioritizing responsible materials.
- How to choose the right kitchen shoes : Kitchen shoes must offer safety, comfort, and support. Discover the essential criteria for choosing shoes suited to your work environment.
- How to choose the right chef's trousers : Chef's trousers are essential for comfort and mobility in the kitchen. Discover the criteria to consider when choosing trousers suited to your needs: comfort, durability, and fit for efficient work throughout the day.
Find the entire Positive Impact range of professional kitchen clothing on the Manelli website!
Why is personalizing your jacket (colors, embroidery, patterns) becoming essential?
Personalization has become essential in 2025. A modern, personalized chef's jacket strengthens a restaurant's brand image and allows each chef to express their individuality. Embroidery of the chef's name, the establishment's logo, or trendy designs adds a unique and professional touch.
👉 On Manelli, you can personalize your chef's jacket with embroidery for an outfit that reflects your style.
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