We've all tried and tested hats, only to realise that they don't actually work with our face shape. Matching the appropriate hat with one's head can be difficult. For those who are fortunate enough to have an oval or somewhat triangular face, almost any hat will do the trick...for the rest of us, pay close attention as we answer the question 'what cap shape works for me?'
Men: Long Face
Try to find a hat that will shorten the appearance of a long face. We recommend that you wear a moderate height tapered crown with a moderate width brim. If the brim is too narrow or flat, it will overemphasize the long lines of your face. Experiment by wearing your hat tilted to the side and slightly to the back. And that's the long and the short of it.
Men: Square Face
Round hats tend to work best with square faces. Hats which have curves with rounded edges are the way to go. It's best to avoid a sharply tapered crown as it will overemphasize your strong jawline. Stay away from narrow brims, especially with a short snap.
Men: Short Face
What is the best choice for short faces? Wear a tapered crown in order to create the illusion of a longer face. If you're feeling bold, choose a high and narrow shape, worn with a slight back tilt and to the side. It's probably best to avoid a full crown, high crown with a band or a wide brim which hangs over the face.
Men: Round Face
A medium height full crown hat will balance out big facial proportions. Choose one with a narrow hatband, which will give the illusion of extra crown height, however don't wear it too far back on your head.
Men: All of the above
For those who remain unsatisfied with the above recommendations, fortunately there is an alternative option:
The Flat Cap suits almost everybody. Although it’s particularly fetching on longer faces, this may still be the style for you...So whether you're George Clooney, a pig farmer, or somewhere in between - and you're still unsure about 'what cap shape works for me?'; choose a flat cap!
