Headwear: berets, caps and bucket hats
The Headwear selection includes berets, caps, bucket hats, beanies, and hats from Kangol, New Era, KAVU, Barts, Guess, or Armedangels.
Each headwear piece has its own story, material, and way to be chosen: wool for winter, open-knit for summer, exact fit or adjustable.
Kangol and the 504 beret
Kangol was founded in 1938 in England by Jacques Spreiregen. According to the most common explanation, its name combines the K from knitting, the ANG from angora, and the OL from wool. Its most famous model, the 504, gets its name from the wooden block it was shaped on: a beret-style cap with a short visor, which has become an emblem of hip-hop and then urban fashion.
The 504 comes in different versions depending on the season: wool for winter, with or without ear flaps, Furgora, a soft fiber that mixes angora, and Tropic Ventair, a mesh fabric that allows your head to breathe in summer. The 507, which is roomier, and the Bermuda bucket hats complete the range.
Caps: 59FIFTY or 9TWENTY
The New Era 59FIFTY is a closed cap, without adjustment, with a structured crown and a flat visor: this is the model worn by American baseball players, like those from the New York Yankees. It is chosen to fit the exact head size, expressed in inches and fractions. The 9TWENTY, on the other hand, has a soft unstructured crown, a curved visor, and an adjustable strap at the back: more casual, it adapts to all head sizes.
Bucket hats, beanies and rain hats
The bucket hat protects the face and neck from the sun all around, and waterproof versions, like the Guess rain bucket hat, replace an umbrella during showers. The beanie, like the KAVU Trawler or the Selfhood Fluffy, keeps warmth in winter, as wool and soft fibers are warmer than fine acrylic. Head size is measured above the eyebrows and ears to choose the right size.
Other accessories
Accessories lifestyle continue with:
- Bags, backpacks, travel bags and suitcases.
- Sunglasses, with UV protection.
- Smartphone accessories, cases and holders.
- Belts, in leather or canvas.
- Scarves and gloves, for winter.
- Watches, for everyday wear.
All of this is gathered on the accessories page.
New arrivals and good deals
The new arrivals showcase the latest releases, the promos highlight discounted items, and items dispatched within 24h are prepared and shipped in 24 hours. The good deals, clearance, and sales complete the offering.
Frequently asked questions
How to measure your head for a cap?
Wrap a tape measure around your head above your eyebrows and ears, where the cap sits. The measurement helps you choose a closed cap like the New Era 59FIFTY, whose sizes are expressed in inches and fractions.
What’s the difference between a New Era 59FIFTY and a 9TWENTY?
The 59FIFTY is closed, with no adjustment, featuring a structured crown and flat visor: this is the model worn by American baseball players. The 9TWENTY has a soft crown, a curved visor, and an adjustable strap that fits all head sizes.
Why does Kangol's flagship model have the number 504?
It gets its name from the wooden block it was shaped on. This beret-style cap with a small visor has become an emblem of hip-hop and then urban fashion, available in wool for winter and in Tropic Ventair mesh for summer.
Where does the name Kangol come from?
According to the most common explanation, it combines the K from knitting, the ANG from angora, and the OL from wool. The brand was founded in 1938 in England by Jacques Spreiregen.
Which beanie is best for staying warm?
A wool or soft fiber beanie, like the KAVU Trawler, keeps warmth better than fine acrylic. For rain, a waterproof bucket hat, like the one from Guess, protects your face and neck without an umbrella.
