- Unstructured Crown: Unlike stiff snapbacks, dad hats have a soft, flexible crown. It molds to your head rather than sitting high above it.
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Curved Brim: Not flat! A gentle, pre-curved brim is key. It’s got that “worn-in from mowing the lawn” energy.
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Adjustable Strap: Usually a fabric strap with a metal buckle (no plastic snaps).
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Low Profile Fit: Sits closer and lower on the head, more subtle.
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Minimal or Nostalgic Logo: Think small embroidered logos, vintage sports teams, random company logos, or witty sayings. Understated or intentionally uncool.
The Aesthetic:
It's casual, a little bit normcore, and effortlessly chill. Think: dad at a barbecue or someone thrifting in Brooklyn.
Trucker hats shout, but dad hats whisper.
Do you have a favorite kind of hat you like to rock?