Choosing the Perfect Cap Based on Your Face Shape
When choosing clothes, we consider the fit as an important consideration alongside color, print and style. The same is true when picking out a cap: The fit should compliment your unique facial structure and proportions. Finding that perfect cap that flatters your face size and shape will help you express your creativity and personal style better, and enhance your overall look.
The question is how to determine your face shape and size. You can do this by getting a ruler or a measuring tape, and then measure your forehead, cheekbones, jawline and face length. If you don’t have a ruler or measuring tape, using a charging cable or headphone cord works well, too. Spend a few moments in front of a mirror to study your face shape and try on different hat styles to see which ones are best suited to your face.
Different Face Shapes and Our Recommended Caps
In finding the ideal cap for your face shape, a good rule of thumb is to consider which natural facial features you want to emphasize or play down. Consider your style as well. When we say caps, we usually think about outdoor, everyday and streetwear fashion, though there are instances when caps can be worn on more formal occasions.
Below are our recommended New Era streetwear caps for different face shapes.
Oval
Oval faces, sometimes referred to as egg-shaped, are deemed by many as the most blessed facial shape due to its proportional structure that goes well with any hat style. As a lengthier version of a round face, an oval-shaped face has a forehead that’s slightly wider than the chin, and a jaw that’s narrower compared to the cheekbones. Celebrities who have oval-shaped faces include Angelina Jolie, Beyoncé, Jake Gyllenhaal and Jude Law.
For oval-faced streetwear lovers, check out these waway caps, bucket hats and women's caps from New Era.
New Era Hickory Navy Bucket Hat - The New Era Hickory Navy Bucket hat is made from timeless hickory stripe cotton. It presents premium craftsmanship with retro touches. The design boasts an all-over hickory pattern finish and an all-round visor which offers the ultimate protection from the Sun. Cop this bucket hat for men for Php2,995.00.
New York Yankees MLB Women World Series Champions Khaki Bucket - If you want a vibrant get-up, then go for New Era’s New York Yankees MLB Women World Series Champions Khaki Bucket Hat. It’s an all-khaki brown women’s hat embellished with commemorative 27x world series champions for the New York Yankees MLB Team. For Php2,495.00, you can elevate any look with this chic and stylish bucket hat for women.
New York Yankees MLB Paisley Print Camel Bucket Hat - The New Era New York Yankees MLB Paisley Print Camel Bucket Hat is a perfect brim waway hat for people with an oval face. Its 360-degree paisley indie prints offer a balance of fun, style and creativity. Get this must-have outdoor hat for Php2,595.00.
Heart
People with heart-shaped or inverted triangle faces have a broad forehead, wide cheekbones and a narrow jawline, along with a pointy chin. Hats or caps for women with a low crown are well-fitted for a heart-shaped face to highlight the cheekbones instead of the jawline. Some celebrities with heart-shaped faces include Rihanna, Ryan Gosling, Ryan Reynolds and Reese Witherspoon.
Here are some 59FIFTY caps from New Era we recommend for people with heart-shaped faces.
New York Yankees MLB Blockout Navy White 59FIFTY Fitted Cap - New Era’s New York Yankees MLB Blockout Navy White 59FIFTY Fitted Cap gives an athleisure and laid-back style. It has an embroidered NY Yankees logo that comes in navy on white color. For Php2,595.00, this baseball cap will add a pop style to your wardrobe.
New York Yankees MLB Two Tone Classic Navy Chrome White 59FIFTY Fitted Cap - For New York Yankees fans, this New York Yankees MLB Two Tone Classic Navy Chrome White 59FIFTY Fitted Cap is a must-have in your closet. It features a high type of crown with a two tone color and a gray undervisor. This is made from 100% polyester.
New York Yankees MLB Bullion Embroidery Black 59FIFTY Fitted Cap - If you are into minimalist fashion, then this New York Yankees MLB Bullion Embroidery Black 59FIFTY Fitted Cap should be on your shopping list. This iconic Yankees hat features a Yankees logo embroidered in contrasting gold at the front and the matching script of “New York” embroidered at the rear/side. It has a fitted crown and flat visor, perfect for heart-shaped faces. It comes in a black colorway with the NY logo embroidered at the front. You can purchase this cap for Php2,995.00.
Round
The round facial shape has an almost identical length and cheekbone measurement. It is also characterized by its soft facial features, with a broad forehead, full cheeks and a rounded chin. Some well-known figures with round-shaped faces include Leonardo DiCaprio, Kanye West, Emma Stone and Kate Winslet.
We recommend these 9FIFTY caps from New Era that are perfectly designed for round-shaped faces:
New York Yankees MLB Cardinal 9FIFTY Snapback Cap - The New Era New York Yankees MLB Cardinal 9FIFTY Snapback Cap is a perfect streetwear staple for people who want a casual, comfy look. It features a special colorway of cardinal red over black. This is available for Php2,495.00.
Las Vegas Raiders NFL Established 1960 Black 9FIFTY A-Frame Snapback Cap - Get the street and sporty look with The Las Vegas Raiders NFL Established 1960 Black 9FIFTY A-Frame Snapback Cap. This features a 1960 wordmark embroidery design with the team logo patch on the right panel. This is available for Php2,495.00.
With the ever-evolving fashion trends, it is essential to figure out your facial proportions when it comes to choosing the perfect hat for your style. A hat that fits well can upgrade your overall look and will make you feel comfortable and confident, regardless of what you’re wearing.
New Era has been an unstoppable leader when it comes to handcrafting quality headwear pieces globally. Whatever face shape you have, New Era is here to offer a wide collection of sports cap, streetwear caps, including Hypebeast caps, athleisure wear and street fashion staples.