Caps with straight visor
What is the name of
The most familiar for most people the name of a cap with a straight peak is a baseball cap. She got her “name” when, in 1954, the designers of the American company New Era developed a special headdress for baseball players with sun protection. It gained particular popularity in the 70s, 80s of the twentieth century. Not only players began to wear it, but also fans, placing the logo of their favorite team on the front of the headdress. Subsequently, this type of clothing became widespread in all parts of the world.
Another name for this headgear is rapper cap. So it began to be called due to the fact that many performers of the relevant musical genre veiled at concerts and in clips in this attribute. Fashion migrated to fans of rap and hip-hop, who have become mandatory to wear such caps. It is worth noting that the visor of these products is not straight, but slightly curved, which does not interfere with referring them to the same type.
The third common name for a cap with a straight peak is snapback. Fashion connoisseurs claim that snapsacks are different from baseball caps by the presence of a head size regulator located on the back. But in our country, this name is not widespread.
Features and benefits
A baseball cap is a lightweight headpiece with hard edges and a visor.
Unlike the cap, it has the main distinguishing feature - there are fasteners at the back for adjusting the size. They can be made in the form of velcro, buckles or special holes with grooves. This detail was designed specifically for baseball players who often had a baseball cap on the run. And with the help of clasps, it is possible to pull it tightly on the head. The cap has no such adjusting parts.
the main The distinctive detail of a baseball cap or snepbek is a visor. It is made of plastic or other polymeric material, it can be straight or slightly curved.
There are special holes for head ventilation. with metal edges, called grommets. The parts of the head part are in most cases sewn with petals, there may be small labels on the seams with the name of the manufacturer.
On the front there is some image. There are a lot of options: from the logo of the issuing brand to the name of the favorite car brand, musical group, radio station, etc. Many companies provide an opportunity to apply their own image. It all depends on the imagination and desire of the customer.
The advantages of a cap with a straight peak are as follows:
- Protection from bright sunlight.
- The ability to adjust the desired size.
- Ventilation allows the skin to breathe and not sweat.
- A huge variety of models, allowing you to choose a product for every taste.
- Stylish and elegant with maximum practicality.
Cool styles and models
Among the most popular styles worth considering snepbek. Its classic version is a cap, stitched from five panels, with a straight peak. The rear size adjusters can be Velcro or a buckle strap.
There are models designed specifically for cyclists, having strong fasteners that do not allow to fly off even with strong resistance of headwind. There are caps with a direct peak, supplied with the special tabs protecting ears. You can also find options for truckers, tourists, military.
Children's caps with a straight peak measure from 35 - for a newborn to 56 - for a child of 8-10 years. Many manufacturers, colors and models allow you to choose clothes for boys and girls for every taste.Main requirement: hats should be as strong as possible and adapted for active pastime of children.
There is no fundamental difference in the characteristics of baseball caps for men and women.. The design remains about the same. But men's caps with a visor are usually made in restrained color tones, with a minimum of decorative details and accessories. The most common hats of this type for men with the emblem of sports clubs, car brands, camouflage.
Women's caps and snepbek more varied in color and availability of additional details. They can be motley, with sparkles or inserts in the form of flowers, with multi-colored patterns. For girls, it is important that the form and design of such a headdress combined with a hairstyle.
Color, prints and logo
To choose colors and patterns on the headdress is very difficult due to the huge variety of products offered. Should take into account the individual characteristics of certain colors.
Red caps have a defiant look, well distinguish a person from the crowd. But the best red is in combination with other dark shades, such as black petals and bright scarlet visor. Pink glamorous options are suitable for women. The white cap is very practical in the summer heat, it will reflect the sun's rays, but it will also have to be washed more often.
There are models with non-uniform colors. Among them are camouflage caps with a desert or forest design, texture Cosmos with celestial bodies and constellations, with leopard spots or tiger stripes.
Next, it is worth considering what prints and logos exist on such headdresses. Highest quality caps have embroidery. Branded neat goods with embroidery or chevron from famous brands have a considerable price. Cheaper and simpler options - with images painted in a variety of ways. You can design your own logo yourself, and then order its printing on a single-colored baseball cap.
Baseball caps with the emblem of famous sports clubs, such as Barcelona, Juventus or Spartak, are widespread. They go like hot cakes among fans.
Children like caps with emblems of heroes of their favorite cartoons: Batman, Spiderman, Black Cloak.
How to choose
Despite the versatility of the sizes, adjustable rear buckles, it is worth try on a cap before buying. Worth itbe in quality of material, neatness and straightness of seams, hardness and elasticity of the visor. Logos and images should preferably be embroidered rather than printed. It would be useful to ask the sellers about manufacturing company, country of issue: if it is a famous brand, then it is original or not.
What and how to wear
The traditional version of the socks cap - visor forward. That is exactly what was intended to protect baseball players on the playing field from the sun. Many girls wear hats to the side to create an original image. The look will be very stylish if properly combined with the appropriate hairstyle. And the option to wear the visor back is common among hipsters and various informal movements.
Wear caps with visors in most cases in combination with any type of sportswear, but not only. They can be worn with a casual summer outfit, such as a t-shirt and shorts, a working uniform, and a denim suit. And even with an evening dress on some shows, you can watch this headdress, but this is already a fad of fashion designers and stylists.
You should not wear caps and baseball caps with a business suit, shirt or waistcoat.
How much is
The budget version of Maxval caps can be purchased for 560 - 750 rubles.
Atributica & Club caps are a bit more expensive, a good model can be found for 990 - 1000 rubles.
Items of the Nike SB Icon collection are presented for 1600 - 1740 rubles.
Stylish images
The Maxval brand offers stylish men's caps with a visor, having strong and neat seams, there are various options for monotonous and textural colors.
Manufacturer Atributica & Club is a modern collection of hats for every taste for sports and everyday wear.
Nike is perhaps the most famous global manufacturer of sportswear. Among the products and model ranges of summer hats. The Nike SB Icon collection offers several trendy, spectacular baseball caps.