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Explore a few of our Flat Caps:
A supremely dapper collection of men’s flat caps to suit all styles and face-shapes. Choose from traditional tweed, cashmere, and cooling cotton flat caps.
A flat cap is a rounded, soft-crowned hat with a short, stiff brim at the front. First appearing in Northern England in the 14th century, flat caps became embedded in British and Irish life after a 1571 law encouraged their wear among men of the working classes. By the late 19th and early 20th century, they were worn by everyone from labourers and farmers to gentlemen at leisure. Today, the flat cap retains its heritage charm while being embraced as a versatile style in both town and country.
Flat caps are crafted from a variety of fabrics, each suited to different seasons and occasions:
Wool & Tweed – Classic, durable, and insulating; ideal for cooler weather.
Linen & Cotton – Lightweight, breathable, and comfortable in spring and summer.
Corduroy & Moleskin – Soft fabrics with vintage appeal, adding subtle texture.
Leather & Suede – A more modern take, bringing structure and a touch of luxury.
The choice of material often defines when and how a flat cap is worn - from a breathable linen cap in summer to a rich tweed for autumn country walks.
Explore a few of our Flat Caps:
A supremely dapper collection of men’s flat caps to suit all styles and face-shapes. Choose from traditional tweed, cashmere, and cooling cotton flat caps.
To help you find the right flat cap and make the most of it, explore our in-depth guides:
From casual weekend dressing to refined city looks, learn how to style a flat cap with confidence. Explore outfit ideas, occasions to wear one, and whether a flat cap leans casual or formal.
Getting the fit right is essential. This guide explains how a flat cap should sit, how to choose a shape that flatters your face, and whether to size up or down.
Every fabric requires different care. Learn how to maintain tweed, wool, linen, or cotton caps - including what to avoid and whether machine washing is ever safe.
Keep your flat cap looking its best when travelling or storing it at home with practical folding, packing, and storage tips.
A step-by-step guide to measuring your head and choosing the right size, with answers on adjustability and whether flat caps are true to size.
Flat caps never go out of style - but they do evolve. Explore this year’s trends in fabrics, colours, and shapes to see how heritage design meets contemporary fashion.
Have a scroll and discover some of our other articles, from press coverage to style guides and informational pieces.
To celebrate 350 years of Lock & Co. Hatters, two historic St James’s businesses have come together to create something entirely new.
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This year, Lock & Co. becomes an official licensee of Royal Ascot for the first time, a milestone that reflects our ongoing commitment to craftsmanship, heritage, and British ceremonial style.
At Lock & Co. Hatters, we see racing season as an opportunity to embrace timeless elegance, where the right hat doesn’t just complete a look, it defines it.
As part of our 350th anniversary collection, we are proud to celebrate two of our most loved and iconic cap styles: The Gill Flat Cap and The Whitebridge Bakerboy Cap.
