Best Quality Made Caps
I’m wearing an Ebbets Field Flannels Buffalo Bisons 1963 Vintage Ballcap. They used to be made in the USA, but the company was sold last year and production has since been moved to China. You can still find many of their caps that were made in the USA, but unfortunately, I wouldn’t buy their new products, since everything is now made in China.
We're already halfway through spring, and the days are getting longer, which means more sun exposure. I’m not here to tell you to use sunscreen every day, but I will provide a few quality options to help protect part of your head from the sun. This article is about the best quality caps.
The Ampal Creative
The Ampal Creative is American brand established in 2007. Their products are known for quality and attention to detail – exclusively Made in USA. They search for local manufactures to find premium textiles and unique prints. Often, they find a single roll of deadstock material and make as many hats as they can from it. Being 100% hands on in all stages of development, for each hat, allows them to ensure the highest level of quality.
If you are in EU, you can find them at your favourite retailers or if you are in the USA you can buy them directly from their website.
Willbo
Another American brand with quality caps made in USA. Willbo is a small California brand founded by two brothers to celebrate life in the West and inspire deeper connections with nature and community. They prioritize protecting the environment by using sustainable, ethical practices and minimizing their carbon footprint. All products are designed, sourced, and manufactured locally in Southern California.
You can get them directly from their website.
imogene + willie
A US brand that started in 2009 because they wanted to create something that would last. They wanted to make things in the USA. They began with jeans and grew into a brand that makes classic menswear and womenswear. They believe in creating timeless garments, and most importantly, they are committed to making everything in the United States.
You can get them directly from their website.
Poten
Poten is a relatively new headwear brand from Japan. Each Baseball Cap is made in the same factory that produces for the Major League Japanese baseball teams in Japan. The caps have no logos or branding on them, keeping their design simple and pure. Because of the materials they’re made from, every cap will naturally age and develop a unique look, becoming distinctly yours. Like your favourite pair of jeans, they carry your experiences in each and every crease, bend and mark that develops.
You can find them at your favourite retailers.
Drake’s
Another brand that we are very familiar with. They offer retro baseball caps in colourful ivy style with their own logos and graphics. All are 100% cotton and most are made in Portugal, but some are made in China, so pay attention if this matters to you.
You can find them at your favourite retailers or buy them directly from their website.
Poszetka Baseball Cap
These will be for all of you who prefer unstructured caps. They have a variety of materials and colorways to choose from. All their caps are made in Poland. If you follow me I believe you are already familiar with the Polish brand know for their timeless design and great quality.
You can get them directly from their website. Code OUTFITNARRATIVE will get you 10% off.
Heimat Textil
A German brand founded in 2016 by Christian Hofmann, a former Ralph Lauren designer. Specializing in knitwear and outerwear inspired by nautical, military, and mountaineering styles, the brand is proud of its German heritage and craftsmanship. Known for high-level engineering and quality, Heimat's products reflect these values. While most items are crafted in Germany, the caps are made in Portugal.
The caps should be available at their retailers, but you can also get them directly from their website.
Dehen 1920
A classic baseball cap crafted from quality materials and made in Portland. Available in very clear colourways.
Dehen 1920 is American Knitting Company established in 1920. A family business known for long-lasting quality, workmanship and rugged styling. They produce classic and traditional U.S. heavyweight apparel in Portland, Oregon. Today, well into their eleventh decade, Dehen continues a tradition of heavy duty, quality manufacturing while producing their goods in Portland.
If you are in EU, you can find them at your favourite retailers or if you are in the USA you can buy them directly from their website.
Corridor
Another option for a quality cap with more vintage aesthetics. Made in NYC. Corridor is a Brooklyn based, independent brand established in 2013. Inspired by colour, nature, music, spirituality and New York life. They design their textiles and garments in-house and partner with ethical and environmentally sustainable workshops that specialise in the best quality weaving, knitting and sewing.
If you are in EU, you can find them at your favourite retailers or if you are in the USA you can buy them directly from their website.
Lite Year
Another quality made in USA option for a cap with more vintage aesthetics and crafted from finest materials. Lite Year is American brand that offers timeless, quality clothing influenced by American Sports and Workwear. Crafted primarily using Italian, Japanese and American fabrics selected for their utility and quality. Designed and made with sturdy finishes to be worn daily and wear well over time. They manufacture in low quantities with crafts people who care and are passionate about their craft. They operate on a “made to order” basis for their retail partners and they make a small amount of inventory for their website.
If you are in EU, you can find them at your favourite retailers or if you are in the USA you can buy them directly from their website.
I often get asked why I use caps in most of my outfit collages. It’s because I prefer to provide an option, since it’s easier to “remove” a cap from an outfit than to “add” one. Whether or not you like to wear a cap is a personal choice. Some guys only wear them at the beach, others wear them with tailoring. I don’t think there’s a right or wrong way, as long as it feels like a part of the outfit and not just something you threw on because you didn’t have time to fix your hair.
Do you have a favorite brand when it comes to caps? Let me know if there’s any other quality brand that should be on this list.
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I’m not here to tell you to use sunscreen every day, but I will provide a few quality options to help protect your head from the sun. This article is about the best quality caps.