My husband wears one when he BBQ's . I still have the 2 my mother gave me when I first got married, 35 yrs ago. They are like a shirt without sleeves, snaps down the front and 2 pockets. I love them as I think they cover much more than a traditional apron. I've even worn them when quilting. The pockets come in handy. I made this type for my DD when she was a toddler. It really kept her clothes clean.
A few yrs ago my son was home for a few days before Christmas and asked if I would help him make a couple of aprons for gifts for his roommates. He also made one for himself in the process. I got to keep the pattern when he left.