Custom Formal Hat — Washed Cotton with Overlocked Edge
We supply formal hat to brands, retailers, uniform and promotional programmes, made in Washed Cotton with overlocked edge for bridal and eveningwear studios. On headwear the specification that decides whether it sells or comes back is size grading, because these are bought in precise sizes — so that is agreed in writing before bulk, not discovered when the first carton is unpacked. Programmes start at 300 pieces per style.
The failures here are predictable: a finish that tarnishes or rubs off after washing, or unclear responsibility when a defect shows up after washing. We lock material, construction, measurement and tolerance on a pre-production sample, and prepare UKCA and REACH documentation so the container clears instead of missing the season it was bought for.
Specification
| Product | Formal Hat |
|---|---|
| Crown height | 13 cm |
| Type | homburg hat |
| Material | Washed Cotton |
| Construction / finish | Overlocked Edge |
| Colour options | 6 shades, Pantone matched |
| Packing | assorted size pack |
| MOQ | 300 pieces per style |
| Sampling | 14 working days, 5 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 15-30 days after approval |
| Compliance | UKCA and REACH documentation; OEKO-TEX Standard 100 for dyes and trims |
| Ship to | Felixstowe (the United Kingdom) |
What buyers can customise
- Rope Trim — available on Washed Cotton, quoted per position and per colour.
- Moisture-Wicking Finish — available on Washed Cotton, quoted per position and per colour.
- Powder Coating — available on Washed Cotton, quoted per position and per colour.
- Fringe Finish — available on Washed Cotton, quoted per position and per colour.
- Stamping — available on Washed Cotton, quoted per position and per colour.
- Rhinestone Setting — available on Washed Cotton, quoted per position and per colour.
- Packable Crushable Finish — available on Washed Cotton, quoted per position and per colour.
How we produce it
- Specification review — shape, measurement, material and target price
- Material sourcing and a finished sample in the agreed Washed Cotton
- Shape sample with overlocked edge applied, blocked or knitted to the approved profile
- Wear and wash test on the production material, then pre-production sample
- Bulk production with in-line checks on shape, stitching and trim alignment
- Final AQL 2.5 inspection and packing that protects the shape in transit
Where it sells
- Retail chains and department stores — repeatable spec, stable reorders
- E-commerce and small-batch brands — low minimums across many designs
- Uniform and corporate programmes — held spec for years of repeat orders
- Promotional and event channels — logo application and retail packing
- Outdoor and winter programmes — built for the climate it is sold in
Packing, testing and delivery
Pieces are packed to the ratio you specify — by size, by colour or by style set — with barcodes applied where the channel needs them, and shape-protected where the profile cannot be crushed. Test reports for OEKO-TEX Standard 100 for dyes and trims are prepared for the destination market. We ship to Felixstowe with invoice, packing list and certificate of origin, and keep the approved reference on file so reorders reproduce the same material, the same construction and the same size grading.
FAQ
How do you control colour on reorders?
The approved reference and the bulk standard are retained, and every reorder is checked against them before shipment.
How long does sampling take?
A first sample takes 14 working days, and each revision about 5 days.
What packing options are available?
Bulk packed, carded, or packed to your own size and design ratio with barcodes applied.
Which compliance documents do you provide?
We prepare OEKO-TEX Standard 100 for dyes and trims and the supporting test reports for the destination market.
Start your formal hat programme
Tell us the quantity, the target price and the delivery window — we will tell you what is realistic before you commit.
