Dad Hat-S
- GRS
The unstructured dad hat with garment washing — soft and lived-in from day one. 18 solid shades: the widest palette in the baseball range, from aquamarine to bottle green. Flat front embroidery up to 12×6 cm; no 3D puff (the soft panel can't support it). Organic and recycled cotton, GRS certified, metal buckle with hole. One size.
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In the promotional baseball cap segment, the Dad Hat-S is the classic dad hat in its most refined form: an front panel that follows the head instead of standing upright, a and a slightly mid visor. Garment washing softens the fabric and gives it that gently worn effect new caps usually lack — it's soft and wearable from day one.
18 colourways, real photos.
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The feature that sets it apart in the range is the palette: 18 solid shades, from aquamarine to lilac, from mustard to bottle green, one of the widest color choices of any baseball cap in the catalog. For a group order or a collection that must cover many tastes, that's a concrete advantage. On customization, the unstructured nature has a direct and honest consequence: flat front up to 12×6 cm works well, but 3D puff isn't supported — the raised foam needs a rigid front that isn't here. The also handles patches and transfers well.
Printing techniques.
A verdict for each one.
What to expect on this specific product, technique by technique.
The unstructured front panel takes flat embroidery up to 12×6 cm well: the cotton twill holds the stitches without trouble and garment washing doesn't compromise their hold. Important: 3D puff is NOT supported, because the raised effect needs a rigid front with a stable base under the foam, which an unstructured cap lacks. Recommended start 2 cm from the visor edge. Sides up to 10×6 cm, back up to 8×3.5 cm, closure 6×1.2 cm.
Woven, PVC or embroidered patches can be applied to the unstructured front by heat sealing, reinforceable with a perimeter stitch. On a soft panel the patch tends to follow the front's curvature: for large rigid patches consider a backing. Good aesthetic match with the worn-in look of garment washing.
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It's the natural choice for lifestyle and streetwear brands, creators, events and groups that want a soft cap with a casual look and a very wide color range. It isn't the right product for those after a stiff front, the 3D puff effect or the photographic result of : the positioning is the unstructured dad hat in organic and recycled cotton, with one of the widest palettes in the range.
Who uses it — and who
should look elsewhere.
20 sectors assessed.
All sectors
The Dad Hat-S is a strong promotional gadget: a much-requested casual look, 18 colors covering almost any chromatic need, GRS organic and recycled cotton. Flat embroidery and DTF render the logo well. The widest palette in the range makes it ideal when choosing among many shades.
The dad hat is a streetwear staple, and the worn-in look of garment washing makes it authentic. The 18 colors are a concrete asset for building varied collections and drops. Flat embroidery and DTF render logos and artwork well. It lacks 3D puff and the structured effect, but the positioning here is precisely the soft, casual one.
For creators and independent brands the dad hat is a much-requested base, and the 18 colors allow wide, varied collections. Flat embroidery up to 12×6 cm and DTF render logos and illustrations well. The worn-in, casual look is appreciated by a young audience. For photographic graphics a sublimation-ready polyester model is preferable.
As a gift the dad hat is a safe, much-appreciated choice, and the 18 colors help hit anyone's taste. Flat embroidery up to 12×6 cm renders a name, an initial or an illustration well. Soft and lived-in from day one, with a casual, modern look. The widest palette in the range.
For groups it's an excellent choice: the 18 colors allow assigning a different shade to each, and the adjustable metal buckle fits all heads. The soft, casual look is inclusive and wearable by all. Flat embroidery and DTF render group graphics, names and dates well.
The dad hat's worn-in, casual look is very popular in festival culture, and the 18 colors cover vivid and muted palettes. Flat embroidery and DTF render logos and lettering well. Soft and light for long days. A strong product for festival and artist merchandise with a relaxed mood.
The dad hat's worn-in look is very close to music merch, and the 18 colors allow varied editions and collections. Flat embroidery and DTF render band names, logos and lettering well. Soft and casual, appreciated by concert audiences. For photographic artwork a polyester model is more appropriate.
One size with metal buckle removes size management and the 18 colors cover many corporate palettes. The dad hat's casual, soft look suits informal events and team building. Flat front embroidery up to 12×6 cm; 3D puff isn't available. GRS organic and recycled cotton with -22% CO2eq.
GRS-certified organic and recycled cotton and the CO2 reduction offer a good sustainability story. The 18 colors allow assigning different shades to groups or initiatives. The casual look is inclusive and informal, suited to campaigns and fundraisers. Flat embroidery and DTF for logos and messages.
In the welcome kit the dad hat sends an informal, modern message, and the 18 colors allow choosing the shade closest to the brand. GRS organic and recycled cotton, universal size. Flat front embroidery up to 12×6 cm. Suited to casual-positioned companies; for a more formal look a structured profile is preferable.
The dad hat's casual look is popular among students and the 18 colors cover many university and college palettes. Flat embroidery renders names and logos up to 12×6 cm well. GRS organic and recycled cotton, universal size with metal buckle, useful for group merchandising. A soft, versatile choice.
The soft, casual dad hat is perfect for relaxed-mood tourism gadgets, and the 18 colors cover palettes of different destinations. Flat embroidery and DTF render place names and logos well. Comfortable to wear while traveling. For complex photographic graphics a sublimation-ready model is preferable.
Construction,
Technical data declared by the Brand
MAIN FABRIC: 80% ORGANIC COTTON 20% RECYCLED COTTON
Cotton
- 016 unstructured panels
soft front panel with no reinforcement, follows the shape of the head
- 0280% organic and 20% recycled cotton twill, GRS certified
- 03Garment washing
softens the fabric and gives a gently worn effect from first use
- 04Pre-curved mid visor in coordinated fabric
- 05Self-fabric sweatband
made from the same fabric as the cap
- 06Adjustable closure with full metal buckle and metal hole
- 07ReTraze® inner visor in 100% recycled PE plastic, in collaboration with the recycling program
- 08Manufacturer-declared carbon footprint: -22% CO2eq reduction vs the category reference
Measure your head circumference with a tape measure 2 cm above the eyebrows, above the ears and at the most prominent point of the nape.
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Certifies that the recycled content declared in this product is authentic and traceable through the production chain. Applies to all types of recycled material: polyester, cotton, nylon, wool. The percentage of recycled content stated in the composition is verified, not a marketing claim. It does not assess the environmental impact of the recycling process or working conditions in recycling facilities: it certifies the origin and traceability of the material, not how it was processed.
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