Headwear71 entries

Choosing within headwear

Caps and beanies might seem straightforward, but the structure of the crown determines whether a hat looks good or sits awkwardly high. Structured caps rely on buckram backing to keep their shape, while unstructured panels conform to your head for a casual fit. Beanie knitting tightness is also crucial, as loose weaves lose their elasticity within weeks. We track the most reliable headwear options on the market. Open LitBuy to see the colorways and stock levels for these hats.

Embroidery errors and warped brims are the main defects to watch for in your warehouse photos. Ask for a straight-on shot of the front panels to verify that the design is not tilted. These items are extremely light and cheap to ship, but caps must be shipped in a box to prevent the crown from being crushed during international transit.

What to settle before you pay

• The size chart, not the size label. Letter sizes on Chinese listings are unreliable; centimetres are not.
• The seller's recent feedback. A single bad batch is usually visible in the most recent reviews before it shows up anywhere else.
• The shipping weight. Postage is charged by weight, and in this category that is often the larger half of the bill.
• What the QC note says. Each product page below names the defect most common to that type of item — check for it specifically.