Stiksen 107 Linen Sky Blue

Some baseball caps look as though they were bought at a petrol station on the way to the beach. The Stiksen deliver so much more, and the 107 Linen is no exception. We were lucky enough to receive it in Sky Blue but is also available in seven other colours including Indio, Ash and White.

The difference starts with the fabric these caps are made from 100% linen, it has a natural texture that gives the pale blue colour a little depth. It is light and breathable too, which makes much more sense on a warm day than a thick cap that leaves you desperate to take it off and terrible hat hair. Paired with a T shirt and shorts, it looks relaxed; with a linen shirt, it looks like you planned your outfit.

The 107 has a structured, six panel crown with a higher profile. It holds a defined baseball cap shape instead of slouching down onto your head. That is great if you like a bit of presence from a cap, although anyone after a soft, low fitting style may prefer something else.

Stiksen has given the fit some proper thought, rather than expecting one size to work for everybody, it offers small, medium and large, each with an adjustable strap at the back. The strap gives you roughly 2cm of adjustment either way so you can get a comfortable fit without relying on a long tail of excess fabric to do all the work, the metal buckle keeps things looking high end too. Checking the size chart before ordering is still a sensible option.

The catch is the price, at £79, this asks considerably more of your wallet than a casual holiday cap which is also going to make you more protective of it. Linen also has its own lived in character, so anyone who wants a crisp, flawless finish at all times may find the fabric less appealing.
If you wear caps often, the breathable material, careful fit and smart shape give the 107 a reason to earn its place by the front door. However, if your caps tend to reside in the footwell of your car when not on your head, you might want to look for an alternative. RRP £79

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