We love caps and in our process of making our own we went through extensive research to see what was important about a cap and what made a really good cap. We thought it would be interesting for you to know some of our findings so you are better equipped to make a good decision on your next cap purchase.
We three easy ways to identify a poor-quality cap from a good one.
The headband is the most significant difference between a good quality cap and a poor one. I know; it's something you most likely don't look at when buying a cap. This is why that is where a lot of manufacturers cheat.
When you think about it, this part of the cap should be one of the most important, since it's directly in contact with your skin and part of your face. In Fact, the brand that focuses on making good caps will always pay attention to this part of the cap. It comes at an extra cost, but they know it's worth it.
We found it so important that we design our own breathable headband it's on all our caps
Just by feeling it and looking at it. If you see it's silky and it screams cheap polyester, it's not good. The cap won't be comfortable. In Fact, it will create a salty line every time you sweat and there is a big chance of a superb forehead red line that stays there for several minutes every time you take it off.
The second way is by flipping the headband and looking behind it. If the stitches are all over the place, uncut, or even worse, you see part of the foam inside, this is not good. Furthermore, This was made without attention to detail and is probably not worth your money.
Many manufacturers will cheat on the fabric, especially on the structured cap. Since it gives a false impression of heavier weight.
Hold the cap close to a light and look how see-through it is. Unless you are looking at a nylon cap or lightweight fabric used in a running hat. If you wiggle the cap left and right, you can tell if the fabric is light or not.
Light does not always mean that it's not a good cap. However, if you are choosing between two caps made of the same fabric, you should expect to pay less for the one with a lighter weight.
In our collection we always start with selecting high quality fabrics that are eco-friendly
you can also notice the quality of a cap by the details of the adjustable strap, if there is one. The material used or the attachment could be a good sign of quality.
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Now, if you have gone through all these attributes in a cap, then it is a quality cap.
Surely you have heard someone say, "I don't have a hat head." Or you know a friend who, no matter the hat he puts on, suits him well.
Indeed, depending on your facial structure, one cap cut will suit you better than another.
Let's start by explaining the different cuts available. There are several variations, depending on the fabric and the panels' cut.
First, we divide the cuts into three categories based on crown height (crown).
High Crown: This cut is very high and is often accompanied by a flat brim to balance its height. It was initially popularized by the hip-hop movement.
Mid Crown: Many cuts fall into this category. The majority of trucker caps are structured (rigid) caps, as are many baseball team caps.
Low Crown: This is a cap that hugs the contour of the head and has less height. It is commonly called "dad cap." The "camper" cap is one of the most classic cuts.
Here are the primary face shapes and the types of a cap to avoid or choose according to them.
These lucky guys can wear just about anything. This face shape is well-proportioned, and few elements interfere with the choice of headgear. If you have a friend who has a hat head, he probably has an oval face. Furthermore, You can wear caps with low to high crowns and have a curved visor or not. No matter the style.
It can appear quite large. In most cases, it has good frontal clearance. Therefore, it is not recommended to add height to your face with a high-crowned cap. In fact, It would accentuate the length of your face. Depending on your frontal clearance, a mid-crown or low-crown cap will put you at your best advantage. It is preferable to wear it close to your eyebrows and curve the visor to break up the effect of length.
It is better not to accentuate the roundness but rather to create a contrast. Therefore, you should avoid Low Crown caps and Mid-Crown caps with a round finish. Prefer the Mid-Crown and High Crown with a square finish. Moreover, Leave the visor straight rather than curved. You will get a harmonious contrast. You don't need to pull the cap down to your eyebrows. If you leave it a little higher, it will give you volume.
You need to reduce the symmetry effect of your face. Avoid square cuts, high brims, and completely straight visors. Opt instead for round Mid or Low Crown caps that will soften the features of your face.
All sports or trucker models will suit you very well. Take the time to curve your visor so that it highlights your face.
This specific shape is reminiscent of the traditional heart shape. It has a broader forehead stretching towards a narrow chin. You have more difficulty finding a cap that suits you.
Avoid caps that are too massive and wide. They could increase the difference in proportion between the top and bottom of your face. Your forehead is noticeably wider than your chin line if you have this face shape.
You will often have some problems finding caps in your size and looking for a larger cap of XL. You will avoid caps that are too massive and wide. They could increase the difference in proportion between the top and bottom of your
Finding ways to choose a cap may be challenging. Although these factors might come in handy when you are about to buy one. The above is the overall way to choose a cap. So make sure you read every passage of it and try to understand the terminologies of how to choose a cap.
