Men's hats: what are they and how to determine the size?

The headpiece is a must-have for any modern man. When creating them, designers take into account the seasonal characteristics of the socks, the age of the users, the popularity of various styles and individual taste preferences. That is why any man can always choose exactly the model that will suit him.

In our article, we will dwell in more detail on what men's hats are and how to choose the best product for yourself.

The most popular models of hats for men include the following.

• Bandana. This is a scarf with which a man protects his head from the sun's rays. Usually this style is preferred by guys or representatives of certain subcultures (rockers and bikers).

• Caps. Kepis are very popular among men. They are sewn in a wide variety of ways. Here are just a few of them. The baseball cap is a summer version of the cap that came from sports. Thanks to the extended visor, it protects the face from the sun's rays. For cooler weather, there are warmer options in denser fabrics.

• Cap. The history of this model goes back to the beginning of the last century; during the war years, men liked it for the voluminous crown, stable band, and also a dense rigid visor.

• Cap. Visually resembles a cap, but it is distinguished by an elongated visor and slightly raised fields.

• Military - one of the types of caps, resembles a headdress of military personnel. A distinctive feature of the style is a round flat bottom and a long visor. Traditionally sewn from leather, mixed fabrics or pure cotton.

• Beret. It seems to many that a beret is a headdress that only women can wear. However, this is a big misconception - among men, it is no less widespread.

In the conditions of cold Russian winters, it is difficult to overestimate the relevance of fur hats.

• Ushanka. This headdress was also worn by our grandfathers and great-grandfathers. It is distinguished by a round bottom, as well as turn-down details around the circumference - it is they that make up the island of the cap. This model reliably protects the head from the wind and warms up in cold weather. At one time, the style became so popular that today fashion designers have offered many more modern options, including knitwear and knitted products. Earflaps are worn without tying.

• Karakul hat. This headdress is considered the legacy of the Soviet people. In the past, she was an indispensable element of the style of any man in high office. Nowadays, it is nothing more than a practical and warm thing in a man's winter wardrobe.

• Pilot. Quite stylish and truly youthful version of a warm hat with ears. Outwardly similar to an aviation helmet, it is traditionally sewn from leather, the inner layer is made of sheepskin.

• Malachai. A chic headdress made from a long-haired arctic fox or a silver fox. This hat completely covers the neck and forehead, and is often additionally decorated with a tail on the back of the head. Such a headdress is suitable for the most daring young people who are not afraid to stand out from the crowd.

• Finca. This model is better known as a fur cap, it has a back piece that can go up and down. It reliably protects the ears and neck from the cold.

Knitted hats have become widespread. They can have the most interesting designs, shades and prints, often complemented by a pompom or bubo. Such models are especially relevant among young people, as well as athletes.

These products are represented by the widest assortment. The most famous models include:

• gangster hat - This is a classic model with brim and dents on top of the crown, as well as on the sides;

• bowler hat - such models are made small, with rather neat margins and a hemispherical crown;

• fishing hat - this accessory is made of light fabrics, mainly straw or olive color;

• straw hat Is a classic summer model. Used by men in the warm season, its main task is to protect the head from the sun.

• tweed hat - such a model is a bit like a gangster, but it has narrowed fields, and the crown has a trapezoidal shape.

The size of a man's headgear is calculated depending on the parameters of the head circumference. It is very easy to find out the necessary data. To do this, you only need a centimeter tape. Her head is wrapped so that it passes a couple of centimeters above the ears and runs through the protruding part of the back of the head. The resulting value will correspond to the head circumference.

If you don't have a flexible meter at hand, you can use an ordinary thread and a wooden ruler.

Please note that when taking measurements, you do not need to tighten the centimeter too much, since the data in this case may turn out to be incorrect.

Some men add a few more centimeters to the resulting value - this should not be done, since the headdress should sit tightly on the head.

For information: the average size of the head circumference of an adult male varies from 54 to 65 cm, the resulting value will match your size. So, if you measured the head circumference and got 56 cm, then you have 56 sizes of caps and hats. However, this will be true only if we are talking about the Russian table.

A variety of materials are used to make hats. They must have increased strength and the ability to hold their shape for a long time. These include:

• wool;
• leather;
• suede leather;
• straw;
• felt;
• silk;
• fur.

Hats are usually made from tweed.

These fabrics have special requirements. They must be of the highest quality, otherwise they simply will not be able to keep the style that is given to them.

In the production of warm hats, additional materials are also used - they go to the lining. Usually it is fleece, cotton, natural silk or faux fur.

Of all the variety of materials presented in modern industry for the manufacture of hats, silk, woolen, linen and cotton fabrics with additions of synthetic and artificial fibers, as well as knitted fabrics and non-woven components, are most often used. To create fashionable hats, materials of the most different thickness, rigidity and degree of density can be used. Hard fabrics are used to create crisp hats. But looser fabrics are suitable for models with soft shapes.

Cotton fabrics are more suitable for summer time.

For sewing sports headwear, woolen, denim and knitted materials are used, leather is popular.

Cheap items are made from synthetic fabrics. This is not the best choice - in such headdresses, heat is practically not retained.

For a long time, classic men's hats were made mainly in restrained shades and were presented in black, white and dark blue models... However, today everything has changed - as a result of numerous scientific studies it has been established that bright colors are associated with safety in people. Hats in yellow, red, light green and orange are well visible not only in the daytime, but also in the dark. That is why men who go in for speed skating and skiing, as well as snowboarders, prefer caps in saturated colors.

Other bright shades are also widespread: purple, burgundy and blue. Despite their richness and depth, they belong to everyday colors. Such hats are good for walking along the city streets, but when it comes to official events and business meetings, it is better to opt for black, brown, gray and beige colors. Hats in these colors are considered universal, as they look good both with a sports jacket and with a strict men's coat.

Modern hats are made in a wide variety of styles. Classics are invariably relevant. This area includes a bowler hat, a homburg or a felt hat.

A hat with earflaps is more practical in cold weather, since it covers the neck well and fits quite tightly to the ears. Most of the models are made in black and gray colors.

Knitted winter hats can come in a wide variety of styles. So, models of a restrained palette harmoniously fit into a strict business image, and hats in rich shades are more likely to be attributed to sports.

Hats decorated with pompoms, fringes and other decorative elements are very popular among young people - they belong to the casual urban style.

We offer you a small overview of the most popular manufacturers of men's hats.

• Herman. This manufacturer offers quality headwear in a classic style. Basically, the assortment list includes caps and men's caps.

• Mountain. Another popular manufacturer that offers the widest selection of a wide variety of hats. Here you can find both practical knits and stylish baseball caps with a visor - all of them fit well on the head and are of the highest quality combined with affordable prices.

• Ralph Lauren. This year, the Fashion House offers a collection of classic black hats made of fine woolen yarn. Such models are universal - this is not surprising, because the classic cut and black color look good within any style and go with absolutely everything.

• Lacoste. Offers men's beanie in a wide variety of shades, including classic black, brown and gray tones, as well as headwear in rich, bright colors. Many basic models are decorated with contrasting stripes.

• Tom Tailor. This brand offers polyacrylic knitted hats in a traditional gray color. The hats of this brand have a rather original finish and large stripes with the brand name.

• Napapijri. The Italian brand offers chunky knit beanie hats. They are made in a wide variety of colors. An obligatory element is a small pom-pom at the top of the head. The vast majority of hats are made in brown, black and gray, but there are exceptions. So, in recent years, orange, red and white, as well as burgundy models have become popular. All products are 100% made of natural wool and have a fleece lining.

As you know, the main purpose of the hat is to protect the head from the cold and to retain heat, so its choice must be taken seriously.Any hat or hat should be warm, and only then stylish. It is better if several types of hats are present in the men's wardrobe, then you will have plenty to choose from in each specific situation.

Here are some recommendations.

• Bright and neon shades are suitable for extreme sports enthusiasts, while dark is considered universal.
• For everyday wear, it is better to use hats made of thick and soft materials, but for formal events it is better to choose hard thin hats or models made of felt. Although keep in mind that these materials are not suitable for bald men, they will feel uncomfortable to wear.
• When choosing a hat, pay attention to the material - it is desirable that it be natural, although the minimum content of elastic fibers makes the product more comfortable to wear.

The modern fashion industry offers many options for knitted demi-season hats for spring and autumn.

For a cold winter, fur models are indispensable.

Leather hats look stylish.

And, of course, for lovers of creativity, you can always pick up unusual exclusive models.