Hats 101
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Step One
PICK A PRODUCT. There are a handful of products to consider, like Hats, Visors, Buckets and Cold Weather Knits. And within each there are various silhouettes, like Stretch-Fit, Ultra-Fit, Cuffed Knit and more.

Step Two
CHOOSE SILHOUETTE OPTIONS. There are various options based on the silhouette you choose; potential options include 5-Panel or 6-Panel, traditional/low crown or high crown, visor shape and more.

Step Three
FIND YOUR FABRICS AND COLORS. We've yet to meet anyone who doesn't truly enjoy this part. Choose from numerous fabric and color combinations.

Step Four
DECIDE YOUR EMBELLISHMENT LEVEL. This is a fun part of the process. Raised embroidery, woven label or a screen printed leather patch are just some of the options available which determines your embellishment level.

Step Five
PICK ADDITIONAL UPGRADES. Based on your silhouette, select custom add-ons like piping, cut and sews, specialty visor stitching, beanie pom and more.

Step Six
ADD FREE CONTRAST COLOR OPTIONS. Interchange fabrics, visor options, stitching and more by the dozen.

Anatomy of a Hat
5-Panel vs 6-Panel
A 5-Panel hat's front seam stops near the top of the hat. On a 6-Panel hat the front is two separate panels.

5-PANEL

6-PANEL
High Crown vs Low Crown
A high crown hat has a taller, more squared peak. A low crown hat has not as steep of an angle and is the most commonly used.


HIGH CROWN // 6-PANEL

LOW CROWN // 6-PANEL

HIGH CROWN // 5-PANEL

LOW CROWN // 5-PANEL
Structured vs Unstructured
A structured hat's front panels are backed with buckram, making them stiff and sturdy.


An unstructured hat's front panels are just fabric, so they have a more relaxed "dad fit" to them.


Hats can be foam backed. The front panels are lined with foam and typically paired with poly material.


Standard Hat

ADJUSTABLE
Adjustable hats have a mechanism on the back to adjust the size and fit of the hat. They also have an opening in the fabric above the mechanism.

STRETCH-FIT
Stretch-Fit hats have no mechanism to adjust the size of the hat and have closed backs, with no opening.

ULTRA-FIT
Our Ultra-Fit hats combine the best of an Adjustable and Stretch-Fit hat by utilizing our four-way stretch A-Flex Sweatband.
Specialty Silhouettes

BOONIE

SMALL BRIM BUCKET

LARGE BRIM BUCKET

REILLEY

LOW CROWN VISOR

HIGH CROWN VISOR
Knit Techniques
Here is a small sampling of popular knit techniques used on our Cold Weather Knits.

FLAT KNIT

RIBBED KNIT

WAFFLE KNIT

CABLE KNIT
Fabric & Color

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Washing Guide
Pukka hats can be washed in either your dishwasher (remove before drying cycle) or in your washing machine (remove before spin cycle.) Let all hats air dry. Prior to washing, we recommend you use a hat wash rack.
Our sun hats can be washed in the top rack of your dishwasher, but remember to take it out before the drying cycle starts. Let the hat air dry.
All Pukka knit products should be hand washed in cold water; use a small amount of gentle detergent if necessary. Do not bleach, wring out, or stretch. Gently reshape if needed, then let your knit air dry while flat, and Voilà!
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