Before buying a hat, baseball cap, cap, beret or hat, it is important to understand how to determine the size of a headdress for men. This is the main parameter that you should focus on when purchasing such a wardrobe item.
Important! Many people mistakenly think that in this case the size of hats for men is not important. However, all heads are different, even the army offers several different models, not to mention the fairly large modern market
Headwear size chart
First you need to familiarize yourself with the international table of hat sizes.
| Size chart for men's hats | ||||||||
| Head circumference, cm | 58 | 59 | 60 | 61 | 62 | 63 | 64 | 65 |
| Size Russia/Ukraine | 58 | 59 | 60 | 61 | 62 | 63 | 64 | 65 |
| US/Canada Size | 7 1/4 | 7 3/8 | 7 1/2 | 7 5/8 | 7 3/4 | 7 7/8 | 8 | 8 1/8 |
| International size | L | XL | XXL | XXL | XXXL | XXXL | XXXXL | XXXXL |
To determine the size of the hat using the table, you should measure the circumference of your head and find the corresponding value. You will need one single measurement - the length of the OG (head circumference). All measurements should be carried out using a centimeter or thick thread and then transferring it to a ruler. Head circumference is measured just above the eyebrow line. The average Russian parameters for men's hats are 58-60.
Foreign manufacturers take the diameter of the head, rather than the girth, as the basis for measurements. Foreign size charts show measurements in inches. The diameter can be easily determined using the school formula D=C/π, where C is the circumference and π=3.14. For example, the head circumference is 23 inches. We calculate the diameter 23/3.14 = 7.32. This value will correspond to the foreign format XXL, Russian 59.
What to look for when determining size
Finally, a few life hacks:
- Synthetic products tend to stretch over time. Wool, on the contrary, shrinks and makes the headdress smaller.
- To ensure comfort and warmth, choose looser ones for autumn, and tight-fitting ones for winter.
- With loose knitting (weaving), there is a possibility of the product stretching when worn.
- To avoid losing the spectacular design, the fabric (knitwear) should not stretch.
- Women should consider the length and thickness of their hair, the type of hairstyle worn daily, and the use of elastic bands and clips.
Knowing and taking into account all the features when choosing the appropriate size of a product, you will be able to make purchases in online stores, ask relatives to bring a Panama hat from a trip as a gift, buy hats for children and family members without the tedious “carrying” of them with you to the shops.
If you knit hats yourself, then be guided by the information that we discussed in detail in the article - the size table for knitting hats of the required size also takes the head circumference as a basis.
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Custom sizes
If your parameters do not fit into the table above, then you should use a non-standard sizing chart. For men, large formats include 63-65. To determine the size of the hat you will have to calculate additional parameters:
- longitudinal arc line;
- measurements of the transverse line of the head.
The longitudinal arc line represents the distance from the depressions above the eyebrows to the middle of the back of the head. Measurements of the transverse line of the head - the distance measured through the crown of the head from temple to temple.
| Size | 55 | 56 | 57 | 58 | 59 | 60 |
| Girth(cm) | 55 | 56 | 57 | 58 | 59 | 60 |
| Diameter(cm) | 17,5 | 17,8 | 18,2 | 18,5 | 18,8 | 19,1 |
| Depth (cm) | 20-21 | 20-21 | 20-21 | 21-23 | 21-23 | 21-23 |
Determining the size of children's shoes
| Foot length in cm. | Size |
| 10.5 | 17 |
| 11 | 18 |
| 11.5 | 19 |
| 12 | 19.5 |
| 12.5 | 20 |
| 10.5 | 17 |
| 11 | 18 |
| 11.5 | 19 |
| 12 | 19.5 |
| 12.5 | 20 |
| 13 | 21 |
| 13.5 | 22 |
| 14 | 22.5 |
| 14.5 | 23 |
| 15 | 24 |
To determine the size of the booties, you need to change the length of the child’s foot in centimeters; the resulting result will correspond to the size from the table.
Determining the parameters of men's caps, baseball caps
Separately, you should consider determining the size of the cap. Most often, they are sold with a regulator, but in order to purchase a cast cap through an online store, you need to clearly define the parameters. To buy a baseball cap, you need to know the girth. We take a centimeter and apply its edge to the middle of the forehead, stepping back 3 cm from the line of the eyebrows. Then we draw it along the line of the temple, grabbing the occipital part in the area where the head is connected to the vertebral region. To purchase foreign brands, measurements from cm need to be converted to inches, and then find the corresponding data in the manufacturer’s parameter table. Do not forget that when making caps, each manufacturer uses its own sizing chart.
Features of choice. Types of men's hats and their names
Each country has its own characteristics of headdresses. You can come across very unusual models that will greatly surprise a person. Below we will look at the most popular types of men's accessories that are worn in different countries of the world.
Ushanka (Ear Hat)
The most popular headdress in Russia. It got its name from the “earmuffs” that cover the ears when open, or are tied on the top of the head. It became widespread at the beginning of the 20th century, it was worn by the military, workers and farmers.
They are still in fashion today. Modern hats with earflaps fit well with men's clothing style. They go well with jeans, chinos, coats or jackets.
Beanie, beany
A very popular accessory among today's youth. The beanie fits tightly around the head and comes in several styles. It is usually made from natural fur or synthetics. They retain heat well and look stylish. According to one version, the birthplace of this model is France, according to another - Canada.
A beanie is best worn by people with an oval face shape; if you have a round face, then it is better to avoid it. It is better to wear knitted sweaters, leather jackets, tight jeans or chinos with them.
Hat with pompom
The most common type of headdress. They are usually made from wool and acrylic. Durable and warm, they will reliably protect you from frost and wind. Perfect for the younger and older generation.
Well suited for casual, sporty and casual clothing. Wear this headdress with jeans, trousers, shirts and sweaters. Great for any color and style.
Fur boyar hat
An unusual winter model worn by both women and men. Thanks to the thick layer of fur, it reliably protects the head in severe frosts. In the manufacture of this headdress, several types of fur are used: mink, arctic fox, sable and others.
It can become an indispensable accessory in your wardrobe. This model goes well with short fur coats, coats, and business suits. Well suited for people with sharp facial features.
There are many more different models and shapes, for example snood, but the ones listed are the most popular.
Let's sum it up
It is very important to understand how to determine the size of a headdress for men, because it is not always possible to try on a thing. It is worth noting that when choosing hats and baseball caps, you should take into account that they are made from different materials. For example, you can buy a knitted hat 2 sizes smaller, and a cotton baseball cap, it is better to buy a larger one (the fabric may shrink when washed).
Otherwise, the sizes of hats are determined the same way. The exception is non-standard parameters. They require 2 additional measurements. Knowing the size of your head, you can order things from famous brands without any hesitation.
How to take your own measurements?
To determine your headgear size, you can use one of two methods:
- Measure yourself using a tape measure or tailor's flexible meter. Measurements should be carried out as follows: first, the meter is applied to the forehead, then passed through the temple (at least 5 mm above the ear) to the line where the head meets the spine (above the upper border of the atlas, the first vertebra), then through the second temple (at the same level above the ears ) and to the point where the measurement began.
- Measure yourself using thread or tape. Then its length can be measured on a straight ruler, graduated in inches or centimeters - depending on the country in which you buy the hat.
Depending on the shape of the skull, it is possible to measure not through the junction of the spine and the skull, but through the inion - the most protruding occipital point (protuberantia occipitalis externa). According to craneometry, inion in humans can be either completely absent or maximally protruding.
Symbols for bag sizes
When choosing bags, in the dimensions
the following designations are indicated, example: D-21 V-24 R-48, what does this mean?
P
- handle length;
B
—height (depth) of the bag;
D
- length (width) of the bag.
In addition to bags, these designations apply to muffs and backpacks.
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Important: when ordering a product, indicate the exact size without adjustment, which you received as a result of measurements using the tips described above!
Size charts
To choose the right cap, you can use a special table. If two indicators are suitable when selecting a product, then choose the one that is larger. Below is a table to help you select an accessory.
| Circumference in cm | European data/UK | International data |
| 54 | 54/6.75 | XXS |
| 55 | 55/6.875 | XS |
| 56 | 56/7 | S |
| 57 | 57/7.125 | M |
| 58 | 58/7.25 | L |
| 59 | 59/7.375 | XL |
| 60 | 60/7.5 | XXL |
| 61 | 61/7.625 | XXXL |
How to determine the size of a cap?
Russian and Ukrainian designations are indicated in centimeters. US and English designations are in inches. 1 cm = 2.54 inches.
Most modern caps are adjustable in size. This means that choosing the right one is much easier for every man. However, you need to know the basic rules for choosing and purchasing, which we will tell you below.
It will also be useful for you to know the sizes of men's caps, hats, berets.
It is accepted that the numbering of hats corresponds to the length of the head circumference. Wrap the measuring tape around your head above your eyebrows, passing through the back of your head. Compare the result obtained with the results of the table. This way you can calculate the size of most modern brands.
English and American notations are calculated differently. Here the diameter of the head circumference is taken into account. To determine the size of a baseball cap, you need to resort to simple calculations.
Example: having measured the circumference of the head (OG), we get 58 cm. We calculate the diameter of the circle D = OG/π = 58/3.14 = 18.5 cm. Convert this number to inches 18.5/2.54 = 7.28. We look for the most suitable parameter in the table. Result: 58 Russian = 7.25 English.
If you don't want to torture yourself with calculations and calculations, then use the correspondence table.
Size chart for men's caps and baseball caps:
| Russian | USA and England | Head circumference (cm) | Head circumference (inch) | International |
| 51 | 6 ⅜ | 51 | 20 ⅛ | XS |
| 52 | 6 ½ | 52 | 20 ½ | |
| 53 | 6 ⅝ | 53 | 20 ⅞ | |
| 54 | 6 ¾ | 54 | 21 ¼ | S |
| 55 | 6 ⅞ | 55 | 21 ⅝ | |
| 56 | 7 | 56 | 22 | M |
| 57 | 7 ⅛ | 57 | 22 ⅜ | |
| 58 | 7 ¼ | 58 | 22 ¾ | L |
| 59 | 7 ⅜ | 59 | 23 ⅛ | |
| 60 | 7 ½ | 60 | 23 ½ | XL |
| 61 | 7 ⅝ | 61 | 23 ⅞ | |
| 62 | 7 ¾ | 62 | 24 ¼ | XXL |
| 63 | 7 ⅞ | 63 | 24 ⅝ | |
| 64 | 8 | 64 | 25 |
Here is information from various sources that combines the data and makes it easier to find the right cap size. Using the table is very simple, you just need to know the necessary measurements.
How to choose the right accessory
When choosing a cap, you need to focus on several parameters, and one of them is the shape of your face.
- Triangular face shape. Classic type models without an overly wide visor are suitable. They should highlight a person's cheekbones.
- Circle. A narrowed model with a wide visor is suitable.
- A small face looks good in a small baseball cap.
- Square. The visor should be double-sided, easily turning in the desired direction.
- Long face. It makes sense to take a closer look at volumetric models.
Another indicator is color. For urban or sporty style, black or white models are suitable. If you need to look stylish or become more colorful, then choose a cap with a print.
The material of the product will depend on the time of year. In summer, choose models made from cotton and other natural fabrics that absorb moisture well. Can be purchased with mesh or thin denim. And for autumn, they buy products with insulation and additional “ears” inside.
Author:
Anastasia Kukushkina
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