Low-Profile Hats: Style, Fit, and Why They’re Perfect for Smaller HeadsWhat is a Low-Profile Hat?

Not all heads are created equal, and we don’t mean your brain! Some people’s heads are smaller than others naturally. While that doesn’t discount anything, it can make hat shopping difficult. We also have clients who just prefer a snugger fit on their heads, and that’s fine! In either case, we highly recommend a low-profile hat.

But What Does a Hat Profile Mean?

The profile of a hat is the respective height ratio of the front panel or panels above the bill. The higher the profile, the more room the hat will have to sit. We have three different types of hat profiles used for every style of hat you are looking for:

• Low Profile: The smallest fit hats, they provide the best for smaller heads
• Medium Profile: A slightly looser fit, medium-profile hats are the most common for truckers
• High Profile: the brims of these hats are stiff to support the height of these hats, providing the most space for larger heads

For now, we are focusing on our low-profile style hat features.

What Makes a Hat Low-Profile?

The Crown

The crown, or curve of the hat’s front, is the shortest on the low-profile hat. It makes the low-profile hat sit closer to the head than other profiles. Most low-profile hat crowns are about 3 inches or less, while mid and high-profile hats are over 3 inches. Not everyone likes to have a small fit, but it’s a great alternative for those who feel like higher profiles are too loose.

The Fabric

Low-profile hats use materials that are ideal for ventilation and breathability while worn. Materials like cotton and polyester work ideally against any of the outside forces that may affect the hats long term. Plus they are actually lighter materials compared to those used on higher-profile hats. This means low-profile hats are just as viable as a sturdier trucker cap, lasting just as long with the right care.

Top Reasons to Pick A Low-Profile Hat

Snug & Comfortable Fit

As mentioned before, these hats are extremely snug leaving as little room as possible. They’re perfect for anyone who wants that smaller fit or whose heads are smaller than average. Since mid-profile and high-profile hats tend to slip and slide when they don’t fit, we push low-profile hats for smaller heads.

The Variety Of Choice

Low-profile hats come in plenty of different styles. We mostly see dad hats with snugger fits, but we have truckers and athletic hats that also sport a lower profile.

Brilliant Design

The sleek style of low-profile hats has only been improved with the variety of colored designs created specifically for them. Plenty of more contemporary streetwear can be seen using low-profile hats.

Ready to Get Started?

With low-profile hats becoming so vastly popular, you’ll want to be sure to stay ahead of the crowd and make some amazing custom hats with your brand. We’re here and ready to help you find the style that will work best for you. Feel free to submit a quote request on our website and we can get you pricing and a mockup of your design ready to go!