Baseball cap with a long history in the fashion industry, a great combo hat of modern society and vintage features. In our society, baseball caps are essential headwear in daily life, fashion, and more. Today, we – Aung Crown, a qualified custom hat manufacturer founded in 1998, let’s dive into learning charming baseball caps.

The Origin and Development of Baseball Caps

Baseball caps originated in America in 1839. At that time, baseball players wore baseball caps to block the sunlight to play better, that’s why baseball players started to wear baseball caps during baseball games. As the game of baseball developed, baseball caps gradually became an iconic part of baseball games or competitions. In 1849, the Boston Baseball League (the Atlanta Braves) was the first baseball team to embroider its logo on baseball caps. Since then, baseball caps have become symbols of baseball teams and their spirit, as well as actual practices.

Before the 1960s, baseball caps were the only professional uniforms for baseball players. Due to the popularity and convenience of baseball caps, more and more people started to favor baseball hats. Till now, in the 21^st century, baseball caps are still favored by most people.

Baseball Caps Types and Features

1.       Sorted by crowns

Unstructured or constructed crown: The crown of unstructured baseball caps is usually made of very soft fabric that can be folded. Because of this, unstructured baseball caps are very comfortable to wear and can be very snug. That’s why unstructured baseball caps are very casual and suitable for daily commuting, hanging around the street, etc. In addition, this type of baseball cap is very soft and more malleable, which can be adjusted to suit personal preferences and head shapes.

Structured/hard crown or buckram: Generally, the crown of structured or buckram baseball caps is quite stiff, which is three-dimensional with a sense of rigidity. Also, a structured crown can make the wearer look taller, which can give people a sense of more energy and smoothness. However, structured caps are a bit picky about head shapes. So, people with larger or larger heads should be careful when choosing a structured baseball cap.

2.       Sorted by brims

Flat-brim baseball caps: This type of baseball cap is also called “snapback caps”, featuring a flat visor at the front. Snapback caps were also designed for baseball games at the beginning. As time has gone by, snapback caps have become popular in fashion and snapback hats can easily add street flair to the whole look. Paired snapback caps with suits or formal outfits is a very nice combination to show streetwear flair in formal outfits.

Curved peaked baseball caps: The visor of curved peaked baseball caps is curved, which can effectively modify the face and provide better sun protection. Curved-peaked baseball caps are the most common baseball caps now. This type of baseball cap is suitable for various occasions. Whether paired with casual wear or sportswear, curved-brim baseball caps can complement both.

3.       Sorted by patterns

Plain-colored baseball caps: Plain-colored baseball caps are one of the most classic baseball caps – simple, generous, fashionable yet versatile. Basic-colored baseball caps like black, white, or grey are neutral and simple. Bright-colored baseball hats like red, blue, or yellow are buoyant. All of them can be easily paired with different outfits to create different styles and looks.

Baseball caps with patterns: Also, called designed baseball hats or personalized baseball caps. With buoyant and funny patterns on the crown or brim, designed baseball caps can easily add a sense of personality.

Dressing Skills for Baseball Caps

1.    Pairing outfits 

Casual look: The combination of baseball caps and casual wear is perfect. Combined baseball caps with T-shirts and jeans, you can get a leisurely and casual look immediately. Added a denim coat or a sweatshirt, you can gain a casual look with a sense of layering.

Sports look: For sports lovers, baseball caps are essential accessories because baseball caps not only can block sunlight and sweat, but can also add charm to your sports look. For a sports look with a little bit of sexy sense, you also can wear a tracksuit or a sports tank top + a pair of sports shorts and it’s perfect to finish with a pair of trainers and a baseball cap, full of energy.

Formal look: Not only can baseball caps be paired with casual and sportswear, but they can also add a different sparkle to formal suits. When wearing suits or formal outfits, you can choose a flat-brimmed baseball hat (also called a snapback cap) that can match the color of the outfit, keeping the formal sense but also adding a sense of fashion and personality.

2.    Color combinations

Basic color tone: Basic-colored tone baseball caps are the most fashionable yet versatile, such as black, white, gray, etc., which can be paired with all clothing. For example, black baseball caps can be paired with white shirts and black trousers to create a simple, casual, and business look. Black and white baseball caps can be teamed with black jeans and black T-shirts for a youthful, casual look.

Color contrast: Wanna to emphasize personality? Then, you can use color contrasts in your styling. For example, a red baseball cap paired with a green sweatshirt or hoodie can create a strong visual color contrast right away. Blue baseball caps can be paired with yellow tops to make you stand out from the crowd. However, color contrasts need to be kept in proportion to avoid overlapping.

How to Wash & Care Baseball Caps?

1.    Maintaining/caring ways

When you don’t wear your baseball caps, please place them in a dry and well-ventilated place to avoid sunlight and moisture. Soring boxes or layered wardrobes are nice places to store. If baseball caps get mildly dirty, please use a clean, wet towel to wipe the dirty part gently.

2.    Washing ways

It’s simple and easy to wash dirty baseball hats. The first step is to put a baseball cap in lukewarm water with neutral detergent about 10 to 15 minutes. Then, use a soft brush to gently brush the dirty parts, don’t brush too hard otherwise it will deform the cap. After brushing, rinse with clean water to remove rest remaining detergent. Then use a clean, dry towel to absorb the water and place it to dry in a ventilated, dry place, avoiding direct sunlight. If the brim is wrinkled or uneven, put a clean cloth over the brim and then iron gently.

Conclusion

In a word, baseball hats are versatile yet practical accessories that have become must-haves in everyday lives. No matter what style you favor, with a baseball cap, you can easily add a new flair to the whole look. We hope that through this blog, people can get to know baseball caps better, learn how to choose, style, wash, and maintain them, and be the center of attention in the crowd.