What Cap Are You Wearing Today?

[quikrick]

Without further ado, the Prima Sport by Keith Lo Bue (The Well-Dressed Head):
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A bit of backstory. I was fortunate enough to come into possession of a Five Points WDH cap secondhand courtesy of a fellow Lounger a while back. I had always admired Keith's creations thanks to the contributions from Eric, Alan, and others, but having one in hand allowed me a better understanding of just how special of a product Keith creates. He truly is an artist and dedicated craftsman, and his ability to source unique vintage (or even antique) material sets his caps apart in my humble opinion.

This actually was the third cap I picked, so why is it making it's debut now? Well, the first cap I chose is a heavier weight wool material and will be more appropriate for cooler temperatures. That new cap day will occur at a later date yet to be determined by Mother Nature.

The second cap I chose was accidentally listed as in stock, but Keith discovered it was out of stock when he was boxing up my order for shipment. No big deal. Keith offered to make me one and I was more than willing to wait. Feeling bad about the mixup and having to have me wait, however, Keith also asked if there was another cap that I was interested in that could be included instead in the order. Hence, this third cap. There was a price delta between my original selection and this one, which I noted in my conversation with him. Keith, however, in his infinite kindness generously offered me this cap at the same price as the other!

This Prima Sport is constructed from a 1930s cotton discharge print material. The dots and arcs are eggshell in color after being washed away from the black base material. The pattern is quite mesmerizing and gives a cosmic vibe of stars and moons. The liner is an iridescent burgundy that shimmers black when viewing from an angle. The materials compliment one another fantastically:
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The lighter weight and venting by the brim will make this an excellent warmer weather cap. I have only had it for two days and I have worn it both days. No pics from the first day since I spent most of it on a road trip, but here are some pics on a drizzly morning along my city's river walk:
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One final note. This purchase was definitely on the high end for me, and honestly, more than I thought I would ever spend on a hat/cap. It was worth it! The craftsmanship is second to none. The combination of patterns and materials essentially makes his caps one of one. But beyond that, and what truly makes it worth it, is that Keith is a helluva guy. He didn't have to do what he did but he went above and beyond anyway. The entire process and our conversations from start to finish were thoroughly enjoyable. I felt like I made a new friend. I am happy to support artists like Keith, and I plan to do so again in the future.



(On the small chance that I have piqued anyone's interest regarding getting a WDH cap, please note that Keith's Etsy store is on hiatus. He recently posted that 1) he will be traveling internationally and 2) he will be shuttering his Etsy store and creating/hosting his own web site upon this return. So stay tuned for exciting new developments from Keith Lo Bue and The Well-Dressed Head.)

Excellent! That's a real beauty.

 

[quikrick]

Coarse linen yesterday.

 

[TheOldFashioned]

Thanks, gents!

That is one fabulous cap, Jonathan.

Excellent! That's a real beauty.

 

[Trenchfriend]

Actually rainy and fresh, here.
So I returned to my unlined black and blue Tchibo "sportscaps", which are kind of softshell.

But wanna know, why these simple multipurpose caps are so good? You can also use them as nightcaps, when you freshly cutted your hair back to 9 millimeter.

 

[Short Balding Guy]

Caps the past days.

Straw cap.

Morning coffee with a Wabash cap.

Monsivais unlined cap.

Cheers, Eric -

 

[Short Balding Guy]

I thought it would be interesting to post up comparison pics of some Cordova "work Caps." The Wabash fabrics of the unlined and lined are different, but in a similar vain.

Thanks for letting me share. Cheers, Eric -

 

[dkstott]

I thought it would be interesting to post up comparison pics of some Cordova "work Caps." The Wabash fabrics of the unlined and lined are different, but in a similar vain.

Thanks for letting me share. Cheers, Eric -

Absolutely wonderful looking caps. !!

 

[Short Balding Guy]

Last night and an early morning run to get groceries found me sport'n caps.

Cheers, Eric -

 

[Mm25]

I usually wear a fuller cap, but saw this one in the back corner of the store, and since I had detoured a half hour out of my way to stop in and see what they had I decided to take it home with me.

 

[quikrick]

Simonds Canvas Cotton.

 

[Short Balding Guy]

Cap, cap and other caps.

Straw Cordova cap.

Dashing Tweed fabric Cordova cap.

Unlined Cordova Cap. Sometimes the simplest cap is the right choice.

Unlined wabash fabric Cordova cap.

Cheers to all cap folks, Eric. -

 

[Short Balding Guy]

Yesterday's heat found me enjoying a Cordova straw cap.

Cheers, Eric. -

 

[dkstott]

Cool morning hike in a black Herringbone newsboy cap.

I was on the waiting list for this in my size from Gamble and Gunn for almost 4 months.

 

[Art Hat1]

Cool morning hike in a black Herringbone newsboy cap.

I was on the waiting list for this in my size from Gamble and Gunn for almost 4 months.

Well worth the wait, very nice

 

[Zombie_61]

I usually wear a fuller cap, but saw this one in the back corner of the store, and since I had detoured a half hour out of my way to stop in and see what they had I decided to take it home with me.
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I like it. A bit more "streamlined" than the "fuller" caps you mentioned, but I prefer that personally.

 

[dkstott]

60 degrees for this morning's hike. I broke out a dark brown harris tweed newsboy

 

[Short Balding Guy]

60 degrees for this morning's hike. I broke out a dark brown harris tweed newsboy

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Perfect temps for an adventure and the Harris Tweed cap. Classic wool pattern!


A linen cap is a pefect (unlined) cap for a warmer evening.

Finished the week going to the Minnesota State Fair wearing a straw cap with buddies from work.

EArly Saturday morning errands in a wool/silk cap.

I needed to pick-up an order at the butcher shop. I picked up a Wabash cap and cold brew coffee before I left the house.

Cheers, Eric. -

 

[Coler]

Weather has turned Autumnal here in the Vendée but still a nice bright morning.

Cap is by Hanna Hats (natural linen viscose lining). I like it a lot.

 

[Short Balding Guy]

Weather has turned Autumnal here in the Vendée but still a nice bright morning.

Cap is by Hanna Hats (natural linen viscose lining). I like it a lot.
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Congrats on the season change. Your pic composition is dynamite and flattering to the cap and yourself.

 

[Short Balding Guy]

Good Sunday morning. I had to run an errand and selected a Fox Brothers wool check Cordova Cap for the task.

I added an "under brim pic" to the collage pic above to showcase a "smaller" draped cap. I see by many of the shared posts that "smaller" drapes are popular with posters. I do enjoy the dimensions of the above cap. The lightweight open weave of the Fox wool gun check is easy to wear.

Cheers, Eric. -