Hats

Hats

Buying Guides

Buckram vs No Buckram: Structured vs Soft

Buckram vs no buckram is what separates a structured cap from a soft one: buckram is the stiff woven interlining behind the front panels that holds a tall, crisp crown...

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Sizing & Fit

How Should a Baseball Cap Fit?

A baseball cap should fit snug but not tight, hugging your head evenly with the brim about a finger-width above your eyebrows, the crown centered, and no gaps, pressure marks,...

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Care & Cleaning

How to Get Wrinkles Out of a Hat

To get wrinkles out of a hat, relax them with gentle steam (a steamer or the steam over a kettle) while reshaping by hand, never press a hot iron directly...

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Care & Cleaning

How to Clean the Bill of a Hat

To clean the bill of a hat, spot-treat the brim, top, edge, and grimy underside, with a little mild soap, a soft brush, and cool water, working gently, then blot...

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Beanies

Are Beanies Good for Bald Guys?

Yes, beanies are great for bald guys, they replace the warmth a bare head loses fast, block sun on the scalp, and look sharp. A soft-lined, seamless, breathable style is...

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Beanies

Do Beanies Shrink? How to Avoid It

Yes, beanies can shrink, especially wool ones, when exposed to heat, hot water, or the dryer, which cause knit fibers (particularly wool) to felt and tighten. Washing cool and air-drying...

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