When you think of baseball caps, your mind automatically goes to summer, but I’m here to tell you it’s an accessory which has so much more to give.
Sure, they’re good when it’s hot – they deliver shade, look great with shorts and a T-shirt, keep your skin protected from UV rays etc. – but when autumn hits, they work double duty. Beyond days when it’s sunny, they’ll also keep the rain out of your face and keep you warmer when it’s too early in the year for winter’s knitted headgear. And bad hair days? Solved all year round.
That’s why it’s a good idea to invest in quality and timelessness: if you go for a cap that’s classic and well-made, it will give your outfit serious mileage for many seasons to come. The only problem? Pretty much every brand offers its own take, from premium indie labels to the top designers. Faced with a sea of baseball caps, it can be challenging to know which to go for.
But that’s where I come in. As a seasoned menswear writer and stylist, I’ve seen my fair share of baseball caps and know the best brands to choose. And, as luck would have it, I’ve put together this list of the best you can buy now – as well as a few tips on how to wear them for big style gains.
What type of baseball cap is best?
Since you want it to work for most settings, it’s generally best to lean into a simple, quiet luxury vibe. Good fabrics. Versatile colours. Low-key embroidery and understated branding (IYKYK, after all). Do that, and it’s even easier to justify a high RRP from a future cost-per-wear perspective.
Avoid five-panel designs with a structured front panel because they can look a little American jock-coded (not in a good way). Never go for mesh.
Instead, go for unstructured six-panel designs crafted from cotton or corduroy, which feel more Nineties off-duty celeb or preppy Ivy League guy. And always look out for a little compartment which hides the adjustable strap at the back.
How should I wear my baseball cap?
Baseball caps can look good with almost anything, but how you wear them completely changes the vibe. According to TikTok, guys are automatically hotter with a backwards cap flex à la JFK Jr. While this works on occasion, it can look a little casual and, if you’re not big into your caps, sometimes feels like too much of a thing. Wearing it front-on is always a win, though. It’s smarter and still feels laid back without looking like you’re too try-hard.
If you’re still looking for styling inspo, there are a few menswear pros who wear them well. Want to double down on casual? Jeremy Allen White’s your man. Or perhaps you like the turbo dad tourist vibe? If that’s the case, take a look at Bad Bunny. For a statement cap flex, Timothée Chalamet’s got you covered, or for full undercover celeb mode, check out Andrew Garfield.
I’ve rounded up the best designer baseball caps of the season, showcasing luxe leanings on a casual accessory.
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Polo Ralph Lauren Cotton Chino Baseball Cap
Ralph Lauren’s signature hat is the ultimate baseball cap. It’s made from a nice cotton chino. It’s a simple six panel option. You can tuck the adjustable strap away and the little polo player is the perfect low-key brand flex. Every box, ticked – all for just £55.
Buy now £55.00, Ralph Lauren
A.P.C. Charlie Logo-Embroidered Denim Baseball Cap
Denim expert A.P.C. is the place to go for, you guessed it, denim caps. Though you’d assume denim would feel casual, the indigo shade makes this design feel elevated. Complete with logo embroidery and a smart silver-tone adjuster, naturally.
Buy now £100.00, Mr. Porter
Miu Miu Logo Baseball Cap
Miu Miu has officially taken the top spot of the Lyst Index (a data-driven quarterly ranking of fashion’s hottest brands in the world) for Q2 2025, so you’ll get big kudos wearing a baseball cap with the Italian brand’s logo. My favourite? This chocolate brown cotton take.
Buy now £510.00, MyTheresa
Gant G Badge Corduroy Cap
When winter’s approaching, corduroy is back on the style agenda. So, why not go for Gant’s cap that’s made from the cold weather-ready fabric? An Ivy League-coded winner.
Buy now £50.00, Gant
Paul Smith Blue 'Bar Paul' Embroidered Cap
When it’s done well, you can get away with a cap in a bold colour. And, quite frankly, what brand does colour better than Paul Smith? The British designer is known for its bold combinations which work every time. This time, it’s a cobalt blue with lime green embroidery. Just pair it with a toned down ‘fit so the cap really shines.
Buy now £65.00, Paul Smith
Drake's Michael McGregor for Drake's Dolphin Cotton Baseball Cap
Drake’s is the go-to British brand for preppy staples – baseball caps, included. This one, in particular, is designed in collaboration with LA-based artist Michael McGregor, and the embroidered motif is inspired by a statue on the Greek island Hydra. A unique buy for guys who like their accessories with a bit of character.
Buy now £75.00, Drake's
Loro Piana Logo-Embroidered Cotton-Piqué Baseball Cap
Live your best Succession life with a Loro Piana cap – Kendall Roy wore loads of pieces by the purveyor of Italian luxury throughout filming. Though it’s expensive, as you’d expect for a member of the Roy family, each piece is handmade in Italy using the finest textiles, so amazing quality is guaranteed every time.
Buy now £365.00, Mr. Porter
SCRT Kubrick Production Dad Cap Black
If you’re into movies, let us put you onto SCRT. It’s a London-based menswear brand with collections inspired by cult classics, like La Haine or Lost in Translation. This cap’s a part of its capsule, inspired by the work of Stanley Kubrick.
£45.00, SCRT
IDEA Sorry I Don’t Work Here Cap
For those who like a quippy slogan, put IDEA on your radar. The brand was founded as a vintage bookstore – which is still on London’s Wardour Street – but it’s since branched into menswear, with caps, tops and bags printed with tongue-in-cheek phrase.
Buy now £45.00, End Clothing
Jacquemus The Jondal Baseball Cap
Parisian label Jacquemus is known for its summery pieces, with graphics which often take inspiration from the south of France. So, its collaboration with iconic Ibiza beach club Casa Jondal makes perfect sense. The result? This baseball cap with embroidered fish, a Jacquemus logo to the front and the Jondal logo to the back. Covered from every direction.
Buy now £130.00, Jacquemus
