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How to Choose Fabric That Keeps a Cap Crisp, Shapely, and Resilient
Few caps keep a confident silhouette after repeated wear; crowns soften, edges blur, and shapes sag. The difference rarely shows...

The Moments That Made a Cap a Screen Icon
How did the humble cap move from everyday utility to a recognisable screen emblem? Its story invites close attention to...

How were the flat caps constructed and hand-finished for filming?
On set, a flat cap must register as a character, endure long takes, and withstand continuity checks beneath studio lights...

10 Criteria British Mills Use When Sourcing Wool and Other Fibres for Cap Cloths
Selecting wool and alternative fibres for cap cloths is a considered craft with direct consequences for shape, drape, and durability...

The Hatmakers Behind the Original Peaky Blinders Caps
HERITAGE & CRAFT
Before the show became a global phenomenon, the BBC came to us. Here is why — and what it means for the cap on your head.
CHRISTYS' LONDON · MAY 2026 · 7 MIN READ
There is a mo...

The Story of Tartan: From Highland Cloth to Timeless Headwear
The History of Tartan — and Why We Wear It With Authority
There is a detail in the Christys' story that tends to surprise people. Our founder, Miller Christy, was born in Scotland in 1748. He serve...

The Homburg Hat: Churchill, VE Day, and a Lasting Symbol of British Style
On 8th May 1945, Winston Churchill announced the surrender of Nazi Germany, marking Victory in Europe Day — a defining moment in British history and the end of war in Europe.
As crowds gathered acr...

Christys Hats: Where Were They Made? A Complete Guide
If you’re looking into the history of Christys hats, one of the most common questions is:
Where were Christys hats actually made?
The answer is more interesting than you might expect—because produc...

Christys Hats Relaunch: Britain’s 253-Year-Old Hat Brand
Late last year, in October, Zofia and I were contacted about the possibility of saving Christys’ the brand, the company already being insolvent . As we understand it, Christys had been availab...





