Baseball cap

A baseball cap is a soft hat with a rounded crown and a stiff bill projecting in front. These versatile caps have a rich history and serve both practical and fashion purposes:

1. Design and Logo: The front of the hat typically displays a design or a logo. Historically, baseball caps featured sports team logos, but nowadays, they may also showcase names of relevant companies as part of commercial marketing techniques¹.

2. Adjustable Fit: Baseball caps can be “fitted” to the wearer’s head or have an adjustable back. The back may feature elastic, Velcro, a zipper, or other mechanisms to quickly adjust the fit for different wearers¹.

3. Sun Protection: Originally part of baseball uniforms, these caps shielded players’ eyes from the sun. The brim points forward to provide shade and protect the eyes during games¹.

4. Variety of Styles: Baseball caps come in various styles:

   • Structured Caps: Classic caps with a defined shape.
   • Trucker Caps: Mesh-backed caps with a casual vibe.
   • Dad Hats: Relaxed, unstructured caps with a laid-back appeal.
   • Snapbacks: Caps with adjustable snaps at the back for a custom fit².

5. Materials: Baseball caps are usually made from soft, flexible materials like cotton, wool, acrylic, or polyester. They consist of several panels stitched together to fit around the crown of the wearer’s head, with a brim that keeps the sun out of the eyes.