Find Your Fit.
Find Your Shape.
You don't need to know every piece of hat-making terminology before ordering a hat. This guide will help you understand sizing, fit, crowns and brims before we talk.
Find Your
Hat Size.
A good hat starts with a good fit. Measure your head where the hat will naturally sit, then use the chart below as a starting point.
If you're ordering a custom Sugar Creek hat, we'll talk through sizing and fit with you before we build it.
| Letter | Hat Size | Head (in.) | Head (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 6⅜ – 6½ | 20 – 20½" | 51 – 52 |
| S | 6⅝ – 6¾ | 21 – 21⅜" | 53 – 54 |
| M | 6⅞ – 7 | 21¾ – 22⅛" | 55 – 56 |
| L | 7⅛ – 7¼ | 22½ – 22⅞" | 57 – 58 |
| XL | 7⅜ – 7½ | 23¼ – 23⅝" | 59 – 60 |
| XXL | 7⅝ – 7¾ | 24 – 24⅜" | 61 – 62 |
How to Measure
- Wrap a soft tape measure around your head where your hat naturally sits.
- Keep the tape level around your head and comfortably snug — not pulled tight.
- Note your measurement in inches or centimeters and compare it with the size chart.
- No soft tape? Use a piece of string, mark the measurement, then measure the string with a ruler.
Know Your Head Shape.
Two people can have the same head circumference and still need a different fit. Head shape describes the relationship between the front-to-back and side-to-side dimensions of your head.
Oval
An oval head has more front-to-back length than width and falls near the middle of common hat-fit proportions.
Round
A rounder head has less difference between its front-to-back and side-to-side measurements.
Long Oval
A long oval head has noticeably more front-to-back length relative to its width and may need a more elongated fit.
Fit Matters
Circumference gets us close. Head shape helps us refine how the hat actually sits and feels once it's on your head.
Not sure of your exact size?
That's fine. Custom orders start with a conversation. We'll walk through fit with you before your hat is made.
Choose Your Shape.
Crown, brim and brim front work together to give a hat its personality. You can start with a shape you already know or simply show us a hat you like and we'll talk through it.
Use this as a starting point. Crown, brim and finishing details can be combined to create a hat that feels like your own.
Felt or Straw?
Both have a place. The right choice depends largely on weather, use and the kind of hat you want to wear.
Felt
Felt is heavier and warmer and is built to hold a crisp shape through cooler weather. It's the traditional choice for fall and winter and is the foundation of Sugar Creek's custom felt hats.
Straw
Straw breathes and is a natural choice for spring and summer heat, rodeos and long days outside. Plenty of hat wearers keep both felt and straw hats and change with the season.
Protect the Fit.
Leather sweatbands can shrink if a hat is exposed to excessive heat. A hot vehicle, dashboard or direct heat source can change the fit of a hat.
Keep your hat away from excessive heat and store it in a way that protects the brim and crown when it isn't being worn.
That's What the Conversation Is For.
You don't need to walk in knowing a crown name, brim style or exact hat size. Tell us what you like, send us a photo, or describe what you're after. We'll work through the rest together.
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