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MEN FLAT CAPS
Men’s Flat Caps for Every Occasion: The Perfect Way to Complete your Style and to Accessorize your outfit.
The History of the Flat Cap
A hat by any other name is still... a flat cap. With a seemingly endless stream of aliases, the flat cap is also referred to as an ivy cap, crook cap, driving cap, cabbie cap (named after London cab drivers), and golf cap. But it’s definitely not a newsboy cap.
A classic style that dates to 14th century Northern England, the flat cap became a more popular accessory worn in the late 19th century and 20th century throughout England, Scotland, and Ireland. By the early 1910s and 1920s, the flat cap peaked in popularity in the United States among working class men and boys.
The Structure of a Flat Cap
Most often constructed from tweed or cotton with a silk or satin lining inside, flat caps are ideal for cold weather. That said, today’s flat caps come in a variety of materials including leather, cotton, and synthetic blends. The hat is usually sewn together in the back from several strips of the same material, resulting in a smooth, consistent look. Unlike a newsboy cap, there are no "pizza slices" and no top button in the center.
Flat caps are sometimes called ascot caps, but there are specific structural differences that disqualify using these terms interchangeably. The primary difference is that ascot caps are much harder, rounder, and not lined with silk or satin.
What is the difference between a flat cap and a baker boy cap?
The baker boy or newsboy hat is slightly bigger in silhouette than a standard flat cap, with eight panels of fabric stitched together and a button at the top. In the 1800s it was worn by newspaper sellers, but this version puts a twist on the original woven design with a water-resistant waxed cotton construction.
Whatever your personal taste, the great news is that newsboy caps and flat caps have come a long way from their early days in terms of fabrics and patterns. Today, you can find these hat styles in countless combinations from striped Donegal tweed to plaid Harris tweed to colorful patchworks in wool, cotton, linen, and even leather.
What's more, these trendy Sirri toppers suit, with many face shapes, are perfectly adapted for any occasion whether you're running errands, going to dinner, shuttling to and from the airport, or just enjoying your favorite leisure activities. At Sirri, the options are endless. Just find your right Hat size from our wide collection and get ready for some serious stylish fun!
At Sirri Clothing, we have a wide selection of men's CAPS that will help you complete your look with ease. So be sure to check out our collection today!