Custom Fitted Hats. When designing a custom hat, most people start with the visuals. You might already have an idea for what you want it to look like: The logo, the hue, the whether it has a mesh back or not – it’s easy to visualize the style of the hat. But don’t discount how important the size, fit, and feel of the hat will be.
While you have options, you can’t go wrong with a Custom Fitted Hat if you want a high-quality feel on your head And Hat.Co has the tools to put your design on one. Begin customizing now by calling (636) 926-2777 or tell us about your project online.
On this page, we’ll go over what is a fitted hat, styles of hats that can be fitted, design and customization tips, and FAQs for Eugene. You can jump forward to a given section by clicking the below links:
- What Are Fitted Hats?
- How To Get Your Design on a Fitted Hat
- Styles of Hats That Can be Fitted
- Why People in Eugene Wear Custom Fitted Hats
- Custom Fitted Hat Questions and Answers
- Start Designing Your Custom Fitted Hat
What are Fitted Hats?
If you guessed that fitted hats can’t change size, you’d be correct. They’re hats that have been designed to be a specific size, rather than adjustable. The typical counter to this is snapbacks, which you can change the size of via a strap in the back.
Besides that, these hats can be very different from each other. Frequently, their rear will be a solid material (as opposed to mesh), but some fitted hats don’t fit this mold: For example, one of our trucker caps has a mesh backing but not an adjustable strap.
Fitted Hat Customization Options – Logo Application
If you are customizing your fitted hat, it’s important to use a logo and decoration method that will make it stand out in Eugene, OR. Below, we’ve listed the options you’ll have to pick from, the first two are great for fitted hats:
1 Embroidery Logo Application:
Embroidery is a decoration method that involves sewing thread into the structure of the hat. It’s great for custom fitted hats for the following reasons:
- It creates a textured effect unlike any other method.
- Embroidery is a historic stylistic choice, and it has a look that goes well with fitted hats in Eugene, OR.
- Embroidery is highly durable, a major benefit if you’ll wear this hat for activities.
2 Patches Logo Application:
Patches are miniature, standalone versions of your logo. When using them for custom fitted hats, here’s what makes them pair well:
- Custom patches can take a lot of wear before needing replacement. These last a while.
- They can be made of many kinds of materials, from PVC to leather.
- They are incredibly customizable, more so than any other method.
3 Screen Printing Logo Application
Screen printing – Screen printing paints ink directly on the hat in the design of your logo. We generally recommend embroidery and/or patches over screen printing for custom fitted hats; that said, it does have several advantages:
- The process scales well and can save you money on bulk orders.
- This method allows more fine detail than embroidery, while including more colors than leather patches.
- While not as durable as patches or embroidery, screen printing is still long-lasting.
4 DTF (Heat Transfer) Logo Application
DTF (heat transfer) also is anothering “printing” method, like screenprinting, but starts by creating a separate print of the logo, which can be attached to the hat, kind of like a patch. It can be hard to pick between screen printing and DTF if those are your top choices, due to their similarities, but there are distinct benefits:
- For lower quantity orders, this is often the most cost-effective option.
- DTF can do more precise designs that other methods can’t.
- There are some special finishes/colors that are only capable this way.
Custom Fitted Hats Pro-Tip: Make Use of The Hat’s Back
The logo is the centerpiece of your custom fitted hat. It’s likely been the primary place you’ve put your effort into the hat, and it should get the lion’s share of the attention. That’s why nearly all custom hats feature the logo right in the middle of the crown of the hat.
But many fitted hats give you a second option: put something on the back. Because most fitted hats feature a solid, filled-in rear, there’s more space to show off your brand and express your creativity. This makes it an excellent place to put a secondary logo, perhaps something event-specific.
If you have an existing primary logo and want to create a variation or alternative to fill out your custom fitted hat, we recommend working with our logo designers. Hat.Co’s team are experts at creating designs for Eugene, OR, companies and families; working with us, you can make something unique yet familiar based on your existing logo.
Fitted Hat Customization Options – Styles of Hats
Because fitted hats can be in any of several styles, there isn’t a hard and fast list of which hat styles are “fitted.” But we’ve picked out some examples that we think are good fits for Eugene, OR:
- Baseball Caps – Iconic Fitted Hats: Baseball caps were originally so that they would stay on during play, and many fitted hats fall into this category.
- Our New Era Structured Stretch is a baseball cap that is fitted.
- Trucker Hats – Style and Comfort: Unlike most baseball caps which are entirely solid, a fitted trucker hat gives you airflow from a mesh back.
- Most trucker hats aren’t fitted, but our Flexfit Trucker hat is an exception.
- Flexfit –The Best of Both Worlds: Flexfits aren’t adjustable in the traditional sense, though they do conform to the wearer’s head size.
- It may be debatable whether or not Flexfit is “fitted,” but they’re great hats regardless, like our Port Authority Delta Cap.
Why Eugene, OR, Can’t Get Enough of Custom Fitted Hats
Eugene, OR residents will always wear all kinds of hats, but the fitted ones will always make an impact. The smart, fashionable look and clean fit help them fit in in any setting. In addition to their traditional use, fitted hats are a part of the resurgence of backwards wear.
In addition to fitting in well with Eugene fashion, sporty individuals like to wear them during activities. Because of their more secure fit, people can wear them while playing sports or moving around without risking losing them.
Additionally, as we talked about above, because many fitted hats include solid backs, they provide more customization options. When you’re focused on branding with hats, the additional space can give you some needed additional exposure.
Eugene Custom Fitted Hats FAQs
Need answers to some questions before you start creating your fitted hat? We’ve got some of the most popular questions Eugene, OR, asks about custom fitted hats:
What looks better, fitted or snapback?
Picking a fitted hat over a snapback, or vice versa, mostly depends on why and where you’re wearing the hat. Each has its benefits and drawbacks, but in most cases, a fitted hat will provide a more uniform look while a snapback will be bolder.
Do fitted hats loosen or tighten as they age?
Most fitted hats will initially get bigger as you first break them in. However, as time goes on, they tend to shrink if they experience wear without being properly cared for.
What hat styles are fashionable now?
Snapbacks are common to see in current conventional fashion, but fitted hats are frequent choices for Eugene, OR, inhabitants who are looking for something a little different from the mainstream.
We’re also seeing more people interested in hats with mesh on the sides/back, most notably trucker hats. Regarding design, we frequently see people go with embroidery and/or patches on their custom hats.
Do fitted hats look good backwards?
Fitted hats are good choices to wear backwards because of their snug fit. With enough effort, most hats can look good if worn backwards; however, non-fitted hats’ generally looser fit makes them more prone to falling off. On the contrary, fitted hats hold tight to your head regardless of the direction you wear it.
Should a fitted hat feel a little tight?
Actually, it should be the opposite (at least when you’re first wearing it). Because hats often get smaller as they age, you’ll want to start out with a hat that’s just a bit loose, and then break it in so that it fits right with your individual head.
How should I customize my fitted hat?
Ultimately, you should customize it in a way that works well for you! But if you want to get the most out of your hat, here are a couple of tips:
- Take advantage of the more solid back. Ancillary designs and patterns are great on the back to give you a chance to show them off when you wouldn’t have otherwise.
- For logo application methods – embroidery and patches are both good fits for fitted hats, and will make your logo pop off the hat in a premium way.
Still have a question that we didn’t cover? Read through our top 10 custom hat FAQs, or reach out to us and we’ll help you out.
Start Your Custom Fitted Hats Order With Hat.Co
Custom fitted hats give you options that other custom hats don’t. Take advantage of our variety of hat styles, complimentary decoration methods, and custom design services to turn your fitted hat dreams into a reality.
Hat.Co is your partner for making the ultimate fitted hat. We help with everything from day one until they reach Eugene, OR, and get them to your door fast.
If you need help with any step of the process, from design to delivery, we can help you. And you can get started right away! Check out the custom hat studio, get ahold of us at (636) 926-2777 or use our form online.