Dad Cap

Dad Cap: the unstructured cap with retro vintage style

The Dad Cap , also known as a dad hat , belongs to the family of baseball caps , whose codes it subtly reinterprets. Its defining feature lies in its soft, unstructured construction , characterized by the absence of reinforcement on the front panels. This design results in a low-profile crown , more flexible, that naturally follows the shape of the head, paired with a curved brim with a fluid drape.

Often made from cotton twill, sometimes lightly washed, the Dad Cap embraces a distinctly retro and vintage character. Its subtly worn appearance evokes a well-loved piece, as if inherited from a 1990s wardrobe. This soft texture and authentic finish define its identity: a cap with a relaxed style, designed for comfort and simplicity, far removed from rigid and overly structured silhouettes.

Appreciated for its versatility, the Dad Cap naturally comes in both men’s caps and women’s caps  . Its balanced design, neither too bold nor too neutral, allows it to suit all face shapes and a wide range of styles, from casual to more refined looks.

A 1990s heritage, reinterpreted today

Popularized throughout the 1980s and 1990s, the Dad Cap long embodied a functional and understated approach to headwear. Gradually overshadowed in the early 2000s by more assertive styles, such as the flat-brim snapback or fitted caps, it has since reclaimed a central place in the contemporary wardrobe, driven by a return to essentials and a more authentic aesthetic.

The Dad Cap appeals through its retro look and its ability to transcend the seasons. Made from lightweight cotton or denser canvas, it works equally well as a summer cap , offering light sun protection, or as a mid-season cap , ideal for transitional weather. In thicker fabrics or deeper tones, it also finds its place as a winter cap , completing an outfit with softness and coherence.

Often enhanced with  subtle embroidery, a logo, word, or symbol, the Dad Cap retains its ability to suggest identity or belonging, without ever becoming ostentatious. Easy to wear and comfortable to live with, it naturally integrates into a contemporary wardrobe, complementing it without excess.

Discreet yet expressive, the Dad Cap remains an essential piece, whose apparent simplicity reveals a timeless elegance, at the crossroads of vintage and modern.