Dad Hats

Shop custom dad hats for men and women — unstructured, low-profile, and built for decoration. Choose from blank dad hats in cotton twill, corduroy, peached fabric, and eco-washed styles from Richardson, Yupoong, Pacific Headwear, and more. Add your logo with embroidery, a leather patch, PVC patch, or woven patch — bulk and wholesale orders welcome.

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Gramps Snapback

Style: GRAMPS SNAPBACK

Premium Low Profile Trucker Cap

Style: OC770

as low as $12.92

Garment Washed Dad Cap

Style: GWT-111

as low as $11.87

Garment Washed Trucker Hat

Style: FWT-130

as low as $11.52

Ladies Fit With Ponytail Mesh Back Hat

Style: PNY-100M

as low as $14.67

Low-Profile Cotton Canvas Hat

Style: CARG100

as low as $15.02

Unstructured Brushed Twill Solid Back Hat

Style: BCT-662

as low as $10.12

Structured Brushed Twill Solid Back Hat

Peached Cotton Twill Dad Cap

Style: 6245PT

as low as $15.37

Endurance Recycled Mesh Cap

Style: ED101

as low as $14.32

Optimum Pigment-Dyed Dad Hat

Style: LP101

as low as $13.97

Optimum II True Color Cap

Triumph Performance Cap

Style: TH101

as low as $14.67

5 Panel Mid Profile Structured Cotton Blend Trucker

Style: 6030

as low as $13.62

5 Panel Cotton Racer Cap

Style: 985

as low as $15.37

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Custom Dad Hats — Embroidered, Patched & Personalized

So what is a dad hat? It's a low-profile, unstructured baseball-style cap with a soft pre-curved brim and an adjustable strap — the kind of cool dad hats that work just as well on a brand shelf as they do on a weekend run. Whether you're shopping dad hats for men, dad hats for women, or outfitting a whole team, the relaxed fit and clean front panel make them one of the most versatile styles for custom decoration.

The Monterey Company carries a curated selection of the best dad hats from trusted headwear brands including Richardson, Pacific Headwear, Adams Headwear, and Yupoong. Add embroidery, a leather patch, PVC patch, or woven patch — then order as few or as many as you need. Hats for dad, for your crew, or for your brand — we've got you covered.

Want to go deeper before you order? Learn what makes a dad hat a dad hat or see how it stacks up in our dad hat vs. trucker hat comparison.

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From blank dad hats in soft cotton twill to vintage dad hats with an eco-washed finish — every style below is available for custom decoration. Click any hat to explore colors and place an order.

Richardson 111T

Relaxed Tactical Dad Cap

Unstructured cotton twill with a tactical aesthetic — side ventilation eyelets, low-profile crown, and a durable hook-and-loop strap. Front panel embroiders cleanly for logo work or custom text.

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Pacific Headwear P206

Hybrid Corduroy Dad Cap

Corduroy front panels meet soft cotton side and back panels in this hybrid style. The textured face gives custom embroidery a premium, handcrafted feel — a great pick for lifestyle brands and boutique runs.

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Richardson 254RE

Ashland Recycled Dad Cap

Made from recycled materials without sacrificing that classic, relaxed dad hat feel. Unstructured crown with a cotton-feel fabric that wears in beautifully over time — a sustainable pick for eco-forward brands.

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Richardson 326

Peached Cotton Twill Dad Cap

Richardson's peach-finish process gives the cotton twill a uniquely soft, broken-in hand feel right out of the box. One of the most popular plain dad hats we carry for custom orders — holds embroidery and patches equally well.

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Adams GC102

Game Changer Dad Cap

Adams Headwear's Game Changer blends a lightweight low-profile structure with a moisture-wicking sweatband. A top choice for outdoor events, golf outings, and athletic team gear that wants that casual dad hat look.

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Yupoong 6245EC

EcoWash Dad Cap

Among the most popular Yupoong dad hats for custom work — the EcoWash process uses less water to achieve an authentically faded, worn-in finish from day one. A go-to for breweries, lifestyle brands, and anyone after that vintage dad hat aesthetic.

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Customize Your Dad Hat

Every dad hat in our catalog is available for custom decoration. Whether you want to create custom dad hats for a brand launch, need personalized dad hats for an event, or are ordering custom embroidered dad hats for your team — The Monterey Company handles it in-house with fast turnaround. We work with businesses, teams, and individuals on everything from a single pair of dad hats custom-decorated to large dad hats wholesale runs and bulk dad hats orders.

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Embroidered Patches

Classic thread embroidery on the front panel or side. Sharp, durable, and ideal for team logos and wordmarks. Embroidered dad hats work beautifully on every fabric type including corduroy.

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Leather Patches

Debossed or laser-etched leather patches give dad hats a premium, handcrafted look. Popular for outdoor brands, distilleries, and upscale company merchandise.

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PVC Patches

Soft rubber PVC patches handle fine detail and full color better than embroidery. Waterproof and long-lasting — a great match for the relaxed dad hat silhouette.

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Woven Patches

Woven patches deliver intricate artwork with fine thread detail — ideal for complex logos, small text, and designs that need more precision than standard embroidery allows.

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Dye-Sublimated Patches

Full-color, photographic-quality patches with unlimited color and gradient capability. Perfect when your artwork demands more than thread or rubber can deliver.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A dad hat is a low-profile, unstructured baseball-style cap made from soft cotton twill. What are dad hats known for? The relaxed, broken-in look — a pre-curved brim, an unstructured crown that slouches naturally, and an adjustable strap on the back (usually a fabric strap with a metal clasp or sliding buckle). Unlike fitted or structured baseball caps, dad hats have no stiff front panel, which gives them their signature casual feel. They fit most head sizes and work equally well on men and women.

The name comes from the unpretentious, no-fuss style associated with suburban dads in the 1990s — the kind of cap a father would wear to a weekend barbecue or a kids' soccer game without giving it a second thought. The style was so deliberately uncool that it eventually became iconic, cycling back into mainstream fashion in the 2010s and staying there.

Yes. Are dad hats in style in 2026? Absolutely — they've been one of the most consistently popular hat styles for over a decade and show no signs of slowing down. The unstructured silhouette fits current fashion trends across streetwear, outdoor, and lifestyle categories. They're also a staple for branded merchandise and team gear precisely because they look good on everyone.

The main difference comes down to structure. In the baseball caps vs dad hats debate: a baseball cap has a stiff, structured front panel that holds its shape on its own, while a dad hat has a soft, unstructured front panel that slouches and molds to your head over time. Dad hats also typically have a pre-curved brim and a fabric or leather strap closure, whereas baseball caps come in fitted, snapback, and flexfit versions. If you want a cleaner, more polished look, go structured. If you want something relaxed and worn-in, the dad hat wins.

Yes. The Monterey Company specializes in custom dad hats for brands, teams, businesses, and events — from small personalized runs to large wholesale orders. We carry styles from Richardson, Pacific Headwear, Adams Headwear, Yupoong, 47 Brand, and more, all available for embroidery, leather patches, PVC patches, woven patches, and dye-sublimated patches. Request a free quote to get started.

This can be a delicate process. We suggest using a lint-free cloth, cold water, a toothbrush, and a light clothing detergent. Scrub the problem areas with your toothbrush and detergent, and slowly wash out the detergent with cold water. Be careful not to fully submerge the caps in cold water. Most dad hats are made of cotton twill or premium cotton and can shrink or distort when exposed to heavy moisture.