What would we do without hats? We love winter ones because they keep us warm, and we love lightweight summer ones that help protect us from the sun. But where do you get hats if you are committed to buying made-in-the-USA products? We did the research for you. The results, including USA-made hat manufacturers and those that aren’t made domestically, are listed below. We’re also providing info on material sourcing and labeling. Let’s dive into USA-made hats.
Complete List of Hat Brands Made in the USA
FORLOH has only been around for a few years, but the company already has a great reputation when it comes to making outdoor clothing right here in the USA. They produce several different styles of mesh hats, including camo ones for hunting. You can also get softshell beanies from FORLOH.
The company also makes jackets, vests, pants, shirts, and swimwear.
American Giant is most famous for its jeans and hoodies, but the company also makes hats. The available styles are mainly caps and beanies.
One of the reasons we love American Giant is its emphasis on supporting small local supply chains, which allows them to eliminate unnecessary middleman costs. Their garments are also durable.
All American Clothing Co prides itself on making high quality clothing in the USA at an affordable price. They produce several styles of caps, beanies, and other hats. Some are only available in one color, but others can be ordered in a variety of hues. The company also has some great sales, making their already-low prices even better!
Flipside Hats has been making a huge variety of hats for over 20 years in Oregon using sustainable and recycled materials. They have everything from ball caps to bucket hats, visors, sun hats, and more. Check out their huge inventory on their website – you can definitely find something for you.
Freedom Fatigues is a family-owned brand that specializes in patriotic clothing, including hats. Because of their love for America, they put a strong emphasis on making all their products 100% in the USA. The company also supports veterans and first responders.
They produce lots of made in America hats, including trucker hats, baseball-style caps, and camo hats. They also make a few beanie styles.
American Trench is a made in the USA fashion brand. As their name suggests, they started out making trench coats but have branched out into producing all kinds of apparel.
They have a wide variety of hats made in America, including ball caps, beanies, bucket hats, and aviator hats. Their hats can be spendy, so watch for sales. Another word of caution – some of the fabrics to make their hats are imported. However, they are very transparent about this on their website.
Upstate Stock is based in New York and has a huge variety of knit caps. They don’t have any baseball caps, but if you need something for colder weather, Upstate Stock is a good choice.
The classic Stormy Kromer hat is made in the USA and has been since their founding. These American icons are perfect for cold weather. They recently expanded their product line pretty significantly, but their over-the-ear flap hats are still made here.
Runabout Goods is an everyday-wear outdoor apparel manufacturer that also makes great hats and beanies. A lot of their hats are made from denim and have very vintage vibes, like their mechanic caps.
Ginew makes hats, other accessories, and lots of clothing out of their small batch facility in Oregon. They are a Native American owned and operated business, and partner with a lot of other Native businesses. Their designs are one of a kind, and that creativity definitely shows in their hats.
I love the canvas hats from grown&sewn. They are so stylish, and everything is 100% sourced and made in the USA. Their merino wool beanies are imported, though.
Brand name: Gamine Workwear
Headquarters: Tiverton, RI
States manufacturing in: IL, MA, NH, RI, TN, TX,
Gamine Workwear is a women’s clothing company that makes a few farm hats for women who work outside and need to keep the sun off their face. They are very focused on sustainability and creating hats and other apparel that stand the test of time.
Duckworth uses Merino wool from Montana sheep to make its apparel. The company supervises the entire production of each item, from raw fiber to finished products.
Their hat selection isn’t huge, but the few styles they do have come in a variety of colors. Duckworth also produces shirts, jackets, and vests for men and women.
Authentically American’s love for their county is obvious. The company’s clothing is 100% made in the USA. Shoppers who buy their products support veterans and first responders.
This brand offers two baseball cap styles, one with the Naval Academy logo and the other with the Coast Guard Academy logo.
Bradley Mountain makes everything you could possibly want for camping and other adventures – including hats. In addition to their signature leather bags and backpacks, canvas goods, apparel and tools, they sell caps and beanies.
Hard Tail Forever specializes in made in the USA yoga clothing and active clothing for specific sports. They only have one hat style available on their website, but it’s a good one – a vintage bucket hat that’s made from 100% cotton.
WiesMade is a premium denim and knitwear maker based in California that has a few awesome beanies and ballcaps. Their ballcap is made from 14oz selvedge denim from Vidalia Mills (100% American sourced and made), and their beanies have a really cool texture to them (also entirely sourced and made in the USA).
Devium USA is a clothing manufacturer that’s true to its name. It sources all its materials domestically. Devium also makes everything in small batches to focus on quality and reduce waste. No wonder this company is one of our favorites!
They don’t have the biggest hat selection, but you can get some caps and beanies from them.
Mountain Meadow Wool makes hats from wool produced in Wyoming. The company is dedicated to eco-friendly operations and fair prices for its sheep ranchers. All knitting is done in-house.
The company offers several styles of beanies. Mountain Meadow Wool also sells its own brand of yarn that you can buy if you like knitting your own winter outerwear. They even sell kits for several different kinds of hats, including a slouch style.
In addition to hats and yarn, Mountain Meadow Wool produces sweaters, hoodies, scarves, gloves, mittens, and more.
This New Jersey company obtains 100% virgin wool for its hats from sheep raised by U.S. sheep ranchers. Styles include beanies, walkers, boonies, and ball caps. WeatherWool also makes hoods, vests, pants, and jackets.
Their items can be expensive, but they have a generous return policy. WeatherWool also provides free wool samples.
This company is one of the top brands that makes its garments here in the USA. They manufacture more styles of clothing and accessories than you can shake a stick at, so it’s not surprising that they have lots of hats available to order on their website. Los Angeles Apparel sells beanies, trucker hats, sun protection hats, gardening hats, visors, bucket hats, and hiking hats.
Boathouse is a leading outwear brand that specializes in American-made performance gear for those with active lifestyles. They have a few styles of bucket hats and beanies. You can also get a waterproof cap from Boathouse.
WSI makes gear right here in the USA for hunting and fishing, fitness, horseback riding, hiking, and snow sports. You can get a free stocking hat with any $99 purchase, which is a great value. WSI also has a variety of other hats like beanies and trucker hats you can order from their website.
This small, family-owned company makes high-quality sheepskin hats and slippers, using materials sourced exclusively from the USA. North Star Trading Co. produces three kinds of hats: The Trooper, which features big, furry earflaps; and The Kazmiri and The Aspen, which are both stylish models for women.
Red Clouds Collective’s apparel items are designed especially for workers, but you can wear them anywhere. We like their hats because they are so sturdy. One of our favorites is the Old Timer Wool Hat, which features a leather strap closure. Yes, sometimes they do make them like they used to! Red Clouds Collective also has beanie-style knit hats, as well as face masks for those who want something that covers their entire head, not just the top of it.
LC King has been producing made in the USA garments for more than 100 years in Bristol, Tennessee. We love this company because all their stuff is so well-made and durable.
Their hat selection is limited to a few caps, but they are worth taking a look at. LC King also makes jeans, overalls, pants, casual shirts, shorts, and workwear.
Goodwear has been producing made in the USA casual wear such as T-shirts, hoodies, and sweatpants since 1983. They only make one style of hat, the Panel Camper Style Hat. However, this cotton twill hat is available in seven different colors.
Jackson Hole Hat Company makes custom cowboy hats out of their workshop in Wyoming. Every hat is handmade from scratch, and they have some really unique accessory options too.
Montana Peaks Hat Company is a custom hat maker in Oregon that can customize just about every aspect of any hat style for you. Their hats have been featured in a lot of Hollywood movies, too!
Skida got started in 2008 and makes alpine hats and beanies for men, women, and kids. Their core line is made in Vermont, and they try to use recycled materials whenever possible. Their Alpine series hats are made with 87% recycled materials.
Deso Supply is an outdoor apparel and gear manufacturer that has great caps and beanies for men and women. They come in a variety of colors and with different patches, so if you like the look they are going for, definitely check them out.
The Buffalo Wool Company handmakes beanies, ski masks, and headbands from locally sourced buffalo wool around their factory in North Texas. They have lots of colors and styles to choose from, and everything is produced in a completely domestic supply chain.
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How to Find Hats Made in the USA
In addition to telling you which companies make their hats in the USA, we also give you the tools to do your research. Below you will find out how to determine if a hat is American-made based on the label, materials sourcing, and more.
Materials
Looking for hats made in the USA requires knowledge about the materials they are made of. The country of origin for these fabrics will give you a clue as to the likelihood of a hat being made here.
Polyester
Polyester is a popular fabric for hats due to its affordability, durability, and resistance to water. For every style of hat you can think of, there’s probably a polyester version of it.
The United States is the third-leading producer of polyester in the world. Although America doesn’t make as much of this synthetic fabric as China, the No. 1 polyester producer, U.S. companies Eastman Chemical Company and William Barnet & Son do their part to make it fairly easy to find polyester hats made here.
Cotton
Cotton is commonly used to make sun hats, baseball caps, and other hats worn during the warmer months because of its breathability and softness. In addition, cotton – particularly cotton twill – is durable.
Half of the cotton in the world is produced in either China or India. The United States comes in third, so it’s not hard to find American-made cotton hats. A simple way to find out if a hat was made in the USA is to look for the phrase “U.S. grown cotton” or similar language.
Acrylic
Acrylic hats are incredibly popular because they are inexpensive, hold their shape well, and are easy to wash. They are also a good option for those with sensitive skin.
But how likely are you to find acrylic hats made in the USA?
China is the global leader in acrylic fabric production, while India is the fastest-growing acrylic producer in the world. Some of this fabric is still made in the US., but nowhere near as much as in the past. This means you will have to do some searching if you want a domestically-made acrylic beanie.
Wool
Some consumers prefer wool hats because they are water-resistant. This means they keep your head dry even in rain or snow. They also feel incredibly soft against the skin, as long as you aren’t allergic to wool. In addition, wool is a breathable fabric, so you can even find ones suitable for warmer weather. However, wool can be expensive and is more difficult to care for than acrylic.
The United States makes about 17% of the world’s wool. That’s considerably less than Australia, the world’s leading wool producer, but you can still find American-made wool hats if you do your research.
What Does “Made in the USA” Mean?
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) says the phrase “Made in the USA” should only be used when advertising a product if “all or virtually all” of it is made in the United States. This means the item must not only be manufactured here, but the raw materials must also be sourced from the USA.
Here’s our “made in the USA” labeling guide.
Labeling
Another helpful tool for shoppers is Title 19 Chapter 4 Section 1304 of the US code, which states the country where an item was manufactured must appear on the label or the packaging. So, when looking for American-made hats, you should look for the phrase “Made in the USA” in those places.
You should be aware, however, that not all brands are completely honest about the country of origin of their products. They will sometimes use language similar to “Made in the USA,” but not quite. Phrases like “Manufactured in the USA,” “Designed in the USA,” and “Made in America” often mean a product wasn’t 100% made here. Also, look out for the phrase “Made in the USA with imported materials.”
Shoppers should also keep in mind that even though the federal government supposedly protects the use of the “Made in the USA” label, there’s no pre-approval process. This means brands can determine themselves if a product is made in the USA, which is a recipe for fudging the truth. Should you encounter misuse of the “Made in the USA” label, reporting it will help keep manufacturers honest.
Final Tips
Want more tips for finding hats made in the USA? Here you go!
The presence of the American flag on an item doesn’t guarantee it was made here. The U.S. government doesn’t protect this image, so be careful.
Shopping in person is the best way to ensure products you buy are made in the USA because you can check the actual label for the country of origin. However, the shift to online shopping means more and more brick-and-mortar retail storefronts are closing every day.
However, even if you have no choice but to search for products online, you can still determine if the hat you want to buy was made here. If a brand makes all or some of its products 100% in the USA, they are usually eager to advertise that. You can typically find that information on their “About Us” page and by checking the descriptions for individual items. Sometimes the country of origin will be stated there. However, companies are not legally required to do this, so if you can’t determine online if a hat you like was made in the USA, it’s probably safe to assume it wasn’t.
If you do all this research and are still not sure if the hat you are considering was made in the USA, call the company, send them an email, or chat with them online. With luck, a customer service representative will answer your questions.
Hat Brands Not Made in the USA
Below are some well-known brands that don’t make their hats here. We will add additional companies to this list as we find them.
- SITKA Gear – None of their products are made in the USA.
- Columbia – Their hats are not made in the USA.
- KUHL – Their hats are imported.
- Vineyard Vines – Their hats are not made here.
- Duluth Trading Co. – They don’t make their hats domestically.
- American Eagle Outfitters – Their hats are made overseas.
- Under Armour – Their hats are imported.
- The North Face – Their hats are not made in the USA
- J. Crew – They don’t manufacture any of their apparel domestically, including hats.
- Ralph Lauren – They have a few hats, but like the rest of their products, they are imported.
- Patagonia – Their hats are not made in the USA
- L.L. Bean – They import their hats.
- New Era – Made in various countries around Asia.
