Apparently your dad wasn’t such a dweeb after all.
First, the “dad sneaker” trend made those chunky monstrosities your old man rocked the hottest footwear trend among fashionistas. Now, basic baseball caps that your pop probably favored are becoming the headgear of the moment.
Take suddenly cool streetwear icon Jonah Hill as a case in point. The newly-svelte master of making ugly threads, like tie-dye shirts, look effortlessly chic has been rocking dad caps like a champ lately. Just check him out in a classic white and navy Ralph Lauren hat in the photo above, or in another tasteful dad cap in this video for a Palace x Reebok collab.
If it’s good enough for Jonah, it’s probably good enough for the rest of us. So without further ado, check out 15 dad caps that are actually pretty damn cool.
Ebbets Field Flannels for J.Crew — Brooklyn Bushwicks Ball Cap
J.Crew teamed with Ebbets Field Flannels for this vintage baseball cap with the logo of the Brooklyn Bushwicks, an obscure semi-pro baseball team from back in the day.
$34.65
Todd Snyder + New Era — Dad Hat in Olive Selvedge Chino
Todd Snyder teamed with New Era for a more low-key option, crafted in Japanese twill fabric and available in a functional olive green, as well as other colors.
$58
Filson — Buckshot Twill Mesh Cap
We’d argue that trucker hats fall squarely under dad territory. Seattle-based outfitters Filson has one in both cotton twill and mesh that leaves an outdoorsy impression.
$35
Polo Ralph Lauren — Classic Baseball Cap
Your old man probably thought these caps were high-end because they had a dude playing polo on them. But they’re definitely among the classier options around.
$45
Supreme — Camo Camp Cap
Buzzy streetwear brand Supreme was on the trend before anyone, and this camo cap is tailor-made for brand snobs.
$84
New Era x Levi’s — MLB Logo Ball Cap
Nordstrom offers a variety of denim caps with faux-leather brims. Just head over to its website to select your favorite team.
$70
Ciele Athletics — GoCap
Ciele Athletics has the monopoly on ’90s-inspired caps that make you look like an eccentric bike messenger. This mesh model in reflective yellow, blue an teal is the just right amount of crazy.
$35
The North Face — Throwback Tech Baseball Hat
Sporty nylon and a flat brim lend The North Face some classic cool points.
$30
Adidas Originals — Relaxed Strapback Hat
Adidas has a relaxed strapback hat in washed grey cotton that is purposefully less fitted. Don’t worry if it feels a bit loose; that’s the point.
$24
Vans — Davis 5 Panel Checkerboard Cap
That recognizable checkerboard pattern on Vans’ slip-ons don’t look half bad on a cap. Just don’t wear the shoes and the hat at the same time–that’s just wrong.
$28
H&M — Washed Cotton Cap
The cheapest option on our list comes in washed cotton that looks like distressed denim.
$9.99
Champion — Twill Mesh White Dad Hat
Champion offers more than chunky sweatshirts emblazoned with its logo. This oversized twill mesh hat looks crisp and is in breathable mesh to boot.
$29.95
Carhartt — Men’s Byram Cap
Carhartt builds its hats to last. This one doesn’t just look outdoors, it is fortified in a sweat-wicking and odor-fighting sweatband.
$19.99
Balenciaga — Embroidered Cotton Baseball Cap
Balenciaga is still feeling The Bern with this overpriced cap that borrows design notes from the logo of Bernie Sanders 2016 presidential run.
$350
Fila — Heritage 6 Panel Dad Cap
We’re 100% on board with this 100% cotton cap from Fila. The snap back enclosure secures it some bonus dad points.
$11
