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The purpose of hats, initially, was to cover and protect bald heads. However, the concept of wearing hats back then was different compared to now. Men with less hair or bald head were not feeling comfortable with their appearance. So, they had to wear hats to hide their heads. It was only later when more men started wearing hats as stylish accessories.

Nowadays, hats are considered a must-have accessory for any man who likes style. Men's hats are versatile, practical, and can add an accent to any look. 

Bald or not, a hat is an accessory that any man has in his wardrobe, however, a shaved head has some specificities that need to be taken into account when buying or wearing a hat.

In this article, we would like to discuss the main factors to consider when choosing a hat for bald men according to face shape and many other factors and reveal the trending and cool hats for men of 2023.

How to find the right hat for a bald head according to the face shape?

While a hat is a common accessory most of us have, it is hard to choose one when there is a large variety of styles, shapes, and forms. The important thing to remember is that the type of hat for each person will heavily depend on the face shape and hairstyle (bald in our case). So we’ve come up with a short guide that would help make the right choice for you based on your face shape below:

Long 

A long-shaped face is noticeably longer. The forehead, cheekbones, and chin are equal in width, and the chin is a bit round.

It is recommended to wear cowboy hats, sunhats, wide brims, or hats that cut across the forehead to visually shorten the effect of a long face. 

Round   

A round-shaped face is like a square-shaped face with softer angles. Fedora or cloche hats will work best for round faces. Leaning toward these hats styles works best here since they visually make your face look longer.

Square

A square-shaped face has width around the forehead, cheekbones, and jaw parts.

With the square face, floppy and wide brims can go best. A cloche is also great for this type of face shape. The square face has a strong jawline, which can look exaggerated due to angled hats; that is why angled hats are not recommended if you have a square-shaped face.

Oval

An oval-shaped face is slightly longer, more similar to the shape of an egg, and the cheekbones are a bit wider than the jaw and forehead; they are rounded.

Here the situation is easy; bald men with the oval face have versatility in the choice of hats, as the oval-shaped face goes nearly with any hat style.

Dimond

A diamond-shaped face is wider around the top of the head and has a narrow jawline. The best option for the diamond-shaped face is pull-on or pork pie.

What do bald men need to consider when choosing a hat for their bald heads?

Comfort - You need to pay close attention to the size and the material of a hat because comfort is key when you wear a hat for a couple of hours. So when choosing a hat, consider whether it's comfortable for you to wear it and make sure the size is a good fit and especially the interior material is not synthetic, to avoid sweating and irritation.

Latest trends - Whether you like it or not, a hat is a fashion accessory, and sure before buying one, you’d want to keep up with the latest fashion trends. You can always get inspired by trends and incorporate them into your everyday look. For instance, recently 90’s style has become very popular among youth. As a result, many young people started to experiment with vintage clothing: classic leather jackets, oversized flannels, baggy jeans, etc. The same applies to hats. So check our style guide for 2023 to make sure your look rocks!

What are the trending hats for bald men in 2023?

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Newsboy Cap
The early 19th old school caps are making a huge comeback. Many bald men got inspired to wear the flat hats by Thomas Shelby, the main character of Peaky Blinders. And Thomas Shelby is the character every woman falls for indeed. A newsboy cap is also known as a flat cap. Golf hats for men are easy to confuse with flat caps, but they are not the same. Flat caps can be worn both with casual as well as formal clothing. You can wear flat caps in any season, and they are always in trend as they represent a classic fashion accessory.

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Fedora hat
The fedora is the most iconic and popular hat of all time. Fedora first originated in Great Britain in the 90s. The fedora has a unique design and is one of the best hats for bald men to spice up their looks. Interestingly, the fedora is very popular, particularly among bald men. That is because the fedora is a great choice if a bald man wants to protect his head and at the same time look stylish. The hat provides outstanding scalp coverage because the brim surrounds the hat and covers the forehead from the sun. Also, fedoras are considered one of the best winter hats for men.

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Bucket hat
The bucket hats are back and have an interesting story. They became popular during the '90s when rap artists mostly wore them. Bucket hats feature wide, downward-sloping brims, resembling an inverted bucket. You can style the bucket hat with a bomber jacket for that sophisticated retro look and spice up your "bald with beard" look with a nice Goatee beard.

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Pork Pie hat
Everyone knows the TV show Breaking Bad and everyone, for sure, remembers the main character and the famous hat that he always wears. Yes, it is the renowned hat which is known as the pork pie hat. The shape of the hat is small and round, and the brim is narrow. The hat was very popular during the 19th century. The 19th trend continues to stay popular among men, especially among bald men, inspired by the main character of the Breaking Bad series. And guess what? He’s bald too!
The pork pie can be worn to complete either a formal or casual outfit.

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Trilby hat
The trilby and fedora have a lot in common and sometimes are easy to confuse; however, trilby is a different type of hat. The trilby features a smaller brim and taller crown than the fedora. Trilbies are comfortable and can be worn during warm weather. The interesting fact is that throughout history, the trilby was very popular among the high society. Rich men preferred to wear trilby at luxury events and could often wear it during horse races.

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Beanie hat
The beanie is the standard casual look. It's warm, comfortable, and has thousands of colors to keep your bald head warm and stylish. The beanie has become essential for any bald men's wardrobe as it is convenient and can be worn every day. It goes nearly with any outfit, from the office look to the city hipster, and you can wear it in fall, winter, and spring.

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Trucker hat
Tracker hats for men are very popular. The back part of a hat protects you from the sun during hot summer days. The only disadvantage is that you can't wear it all year round as it is not always appropriate for the weather.
So what is the best way to style the trucker hats for men? It will go best with a casual outfit like jeans and a T-shirt.

FAQ

To ensure you are not left with any questions, we have found the most common questions bald men asked and answered them for you!

Does wearing a hat cause baldness?
No exact evidence or research proves that wearing a hat causes baldness. Just make sure to wear a hat that is not too tight and choose the right hat size to make sure that your head comfortably fits the hat.


How to keep a bald head warm?
Being a bald man becomes less enjoyable when it gets colder, as you need to cover your head to keep it warm. But no worries, there are many cool and warm hats for men that you can wear during the winter. Just choose a hat that will fully cover your scalp and will not irritate your skin or cause itching, and the hat that will epitomize your true personal style.


We hope our little guide will help you choose a hat for your bald hat. Don’t be afraid to experiment with styles and shapes; after all, fashion is all about self-expression.