What are some hat terms? How can I tell difference between authentic New Era caps and replicas?
In order to be a conscientious headwear consumer (okay, and to just understand what the heck you’re buying here), you should bone up on your NeoFashion glossary terms. Better known as Anatomy of a Hat, this glossary will give you the rundown on all the parts that come together to form the perfect baseball hat, our most popular style. Brim Also known as the visor or bill, the brim is your friend that protects your face from the sun. It’s most often made of PVC plastic, sewn inside the fabric (canvas, cotton, wool, and what-have-you, and keeps its curve even after it’s been washed. Buckram This is the liner inside the hat that gives it structure and form. Our “relaxed” or “low profile” hats have no buckram, so the cap is softer and more relaxed. Button Right at the top of the hat, the button holds all the panels together. Buckrain and button of authentic NE caps are strong enough to hold up the whole structure appearing as a round and rigid one. Closures Closures mean exactly what they s
