Low-Profile Unstructured
- Relaxed, close fit to the head
- Crown height / slope: low
- Precurved visor
- Laid back, casual silhouette
- Also known as a "dad" cap
- Common uses: washed caps, ladies caps
Low-Profile Structured
- Buckram fused to back of front panels to hold shape
- Crown height / slope: low
- Precurved visor
- Traditional, polished silhouette
- Holds weight of heavier decoration methods well
- Common uses: corporate market, uniforms, patch caps, 3D embroidery
Pro
- Structured cap with slightly curved visor
- Crown height / slope: medium
- Semi-curved visor
- Commonly paired with a mesh back and plastic snapback closure
Mid-Profile Flat Bill
- Structured or unstructured
- Crown height / slope: medium
- Flat visor with square or rounded edges
- Commonly paired with a plastic snapback closure and targeted towards a younger demographic
7-Panel
- Structured or unstructured
- Crown height / slope: medium or low
- Also known as a "camper" silhouette
- For the trendy, eclectic customer
- Commonly paired with a flatbill visor and made of lighter-weight fabrics
5-Panel Mid-Profile
- Structured
- Crown height / slope: medium
- Curved visor
- Common uses: foam front, patches, front panel screen print or sublimation print
High-Profile
- Structured
- Crown height / slope: high
- Flatbill
- Common uses: appliques, patches and oversized embroidery. Plastic snapback standard. Popular in sports markets.
Visor
- Structured or unstructured
- Curved visor
- Breathable and allows versatility for a wide range of hairstyles
- Commonly used for the athletic, outdoor consumer
Bucket Hat
- Cap with a 360 degree downward sloping brim
- Drawstring cord with toggle can be added for a customized fit
- Commonly used as a statement cap sublimated with flashy prints
9" Knit
- Basic silhouette for colder weather
- Acrylic yarn
- Commonly decorated with embroidery, woven labels, or patches
12" Cuffed Knit
- Elevated silhouette for colder weather
- Acrylic yarn
- Commonly paired with a pom, jacquard decoration, and patches