Which Cap Fabric Should You Choose?
By: Melody D Posted on: Apr 3, 2022Most people get so excited about the colors and style of their new hat that they often end up disregarding the cap fabric altogether. Glossing over the fabric options might not be a good move whether you are expanding your wardrobe or ordering wholesale hats for brand promotion. After all, the material of the cap has a big say in its comfort, durability, and how you should take care of it.
This post walks you through the pros and cons of the most popular cap fabric options you will find in the market, so you know what to choose.
Cotton
Cotton is a natural fiber spun into yarn. It is one of the most popular materials for manufacturing apparel like bulk blank t-shirts, wholesale blank polos, etc, as well as accessories like caps. Caps made of cotton are soft, breathable, and great for customizing with embroidery designs. They also provide superior moisture control and insulation to keep you comfy. The hypoallergenic property of this natural fabric makes it a safe choice even for people with sensitive skin.
100% of cotton hats are expensive compared to those made of synthetic fibers. Besides, it does not offer the same durability as its manmade counterparts. For this reason, cotton is often blended with materials such as polyester that boost its durability.
As you sift through our cotton cap collection, you will come across terms like brushed, twill, or washed in the product descriptions. Here is what they mean.
Brushed Cotton
Brushed cotton is a very soft-to-touch cotton variety with raised fibers that trap more air and offer improved heat insulation capabilities. It gets its name from the process of brushing the fabric with a fine metal brush to remove impurities. Although brushed cotton is super soft, it is prone to shrinkage and pilling in the long run.
Cotton Twill
A cotton twill is distinguished by its weaving technique that forms a series of parallel diagonal ribs on the fabric surface. The ribs might be visible depending on the thickness of the yarn.
Washed Cotton
'Washed cotton' refers to pre-washed (or garment-washed) cotton that has a softer, 'lived in' look.
Best Selling Cotton Caps:
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Cotton Twill Slight Curve Visor Cap (168-1262)
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Superior Cotton Twill Camper Style Cap (151-1098)
Polyester
Polyester is a synthetic fabric made from petroleum. It is a staple fabric for making caps and blank activewear, cheap bulk hoodies, and so on. It is preferred by hat lovers for its abrasion & moisture resistance. Polyester headwears are long-lasting, inexpensive, and have excellent colorfastness. Despite the low breathability, polyester efficiently wicks sweat to keep you dry and comfortable even on a sunny day. These features make polyester caps a great choice for workouts and in the sports industry.
Best Selling Polyester Caps:
Poly-cotton Blend
Poly-cotton blends features of both fabrics to give you caps that are nearly as breathable as cotton and as moisture-wicking as polyester. Most poly-cotton caps have at least 50% cotton and come at the ratios of 80/20 or 65/35. Combining the durability of polyester and the soft feel of cotton together creates caps that are fairly comfortable, breathable, and long-lasting.
Best Selling Poly-cotton Caps
Wool
Wool and Hat- in conjunction, these works make most people think of knit beanies. However, wool and wool blends are used to make various popular types of caps from snapbacks to baseball hats and offbeat styles like berets and fedoras. In most caps, will often find wool blended with other fabrics such as cotton for increased durability. Due to its ability to keep the wearer warm in wind and rain, wool remains a top choice for winter caps. However, to some people, wool is known to cause skin irritations and make the hair brittle.
Best Selling Woolen Caps
Nylon
Nylon is yet another synthetic fabric used for manufacturing wholesale hats. The caps made from this material are so lightweight that you barely feel them on your head. While you might enjoy the weightless feel of nylon caps, it must be mentioned that they do not wick moisture as efficiently as polyester does. It is best to choose nylon caps if you want easy-to-care headwear that does not easily shrink or lose its original shape.
Best Selling Nylon Cap
Acrylic
Acrylic is a long-lasting fabric that easily retains its shape for a long time. Its ability to be shaped into many thicknesses has made acrylic a popular choice for snapback hats. This synthetic fiber has a mildly textured surface, can resist stains, and is easy to dye. Thanks to the heat insulation capacity and its malleability, acrylic has become a wool alternative for making stretchy winter beanies.
Best Selling Acrylic Caps
Denim
Thicker and stronger than regular cotton, caps made from denim will last for a long time. You can find dad hats, distressed hats, and snapback styles made from denim. Choose this style if you want to pull off a convincing vintage look.
Best Selling Denim Caps
To sum up:
Looking at the design and the color of the cap is not always adequate for choosing the perfect hat. You also need to know the most common materials used along with the advantages and disadvantages of each one. As you can see, caps are made of a wide range of materials. Understanding the fabric makes it easier to choose hats that fit your requirements and take better care of them so that they stay as good as new ones for a long time.
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