Gear & Accessories

The 5 Best Hats to Hide a Growing-Out Haircut

Fashionable "shields" for when your hair is in that awkward middle stage.

Sometimes, the best way to fix a haircut is to hide it for a month. But you can't wear a baseball cap to a wedding. Here is the breakdown of what to wear and when.

1. The "Unstructured" Dad Hat

Perfect for bad fades. The low profile sits close to the scalp, smoothing down any "poofiness" on the sides. Look for 100% cotton caps for breathability.

2. Silk-Lined Beanies

If you're growing out a buzz cut or a botched dye job, a beanie is the ultimate cover. However, standard wool can cause frizz. A silk-lined beanie protects your cuticles while keeping you covered.

3. The Classic Fedora or Wide-Brim

Hiding a "mullet" or bad layers? A wide brim draws the eye to the hat’s structure rather than the hair falling beneath it.