How to determine the size of a hat for an adult and a child

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11.03.2020

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Let's be honest: most of us have no idea how to find out the size of a headdress for adults or children, and whether the determination method is different for men and women. In this case, you cannot buy anything without trying it on. But there are rules for measuring men's, women's, and children's heads. There are special tables that make it easy to determine the necessary parameters. Let's figure out how this is done.

How to determine your hat size

Sometimes the size of the headgear is not important, for example, when the model provides for the possibility of adjustment (a simple example is a baseball cap with a strap with holes, thanks to which the cap fits the wearer perfectly) or when a knitted product, due to its shape and knitting, covers several sizes at once. In this regard, it is impossible not to mention oversized products (deliberately larger in format than required) that have been fashionable for several seasons now.

But for felt, straw, leather, fur hats, Panama hats, berets and bowlers, not to mention uniform caps, caps and the like, you can’t do without trying on. Here you can’t buy a hat at random: by purchasing a hat that is too loose or tight, its owner dooms himself to a careless appearance. This is where the adult head size chart comes in handy, so let's learn how to use it.

The following factors influence the choice of headdress:

• face type and shape;
• season of wearing the product;
• body type;
• hat style;
• the presence of decorative elements that affect the volume (laces, pompoms, ears, etc.).

And, of course, the size. As in clothing, Russian and international standards differ. We live in Russia, so first we’ll figure out how to understand the size of a headdress for adults according to our standards, and then we’ll see how they correlate with other countries.

It's simple: we just need to be able to measure the circumference of the head.

Sizing

Following the advice of stylists, you can choose a cap or hat that will not only warm you up, but also emphasize the external advantages of the hostess.
There are several rules for choosing a hat, taking into account your face shape, height and build. If you don’t want to make a mistake, listen to the recommendations of the sales assistant and be sure to try on several hats. The more options you evaluate in front of the mirror, the more likely you are to find exactly what you're looking for. However, the shape and design of a hat is not all that you need to focus on when purchasing. An important criterion is the size of the headdress; determine it at home so as not to spend a good half of the day in the store.

Finding out your size is quite simple, the main thing is to have a measuring tape at hand. Place it around the head 1-2 cm above the eyebrow line, then stretch it over the ears and grab the most protruding part of the back of the head. You should not tighten the tape too much, because the correctness of the measurements depends on this. Do not round the result down, otherwise the headgear will squeeze and cause discomfort.

How to find out the size of a woman's hat?

If you don’t have the necessary tailoring equipment at home, a regular school ruler will do. In this case, wrap a piece of yarn around your head, connecting it at the forehead. Measure the resulting segment and remember the result.

To prevent your new item from collecting dust in your closet, go to the fitting in the clothes you intend to wear it with in the future. This way you will choose a fashionable accessory that can become a decoration and a fashionable accent to your entire look.

How to measure your head correctly

There are two simple ways to determine head circumference; they will help us understand our parameters and enter them into the table of head sizes for men (or for women - there is no difference, the measurement is carried out the same way).

First option:

1. Take a tailor's tape (“centimeter”).
2. Apply the tip of the tailoring tape to the central point of the forehead.
3. We pass the tape through the temple.
4. We capture a point at the site of the first cervical vertebra.
5. we pass it through the second temple.
6. Connect to the starting point on the forehead.

When measuring, the result is obtained in cm, which is equal to the girth.

Second option (without measuring tape):

1. To measure, take any thread.
2. Follow the steps as in the first option.
3. Attach the resulting piece of thread to the ruler.
4. Compare the final result with the table.

To help you, here is a table of head circumference for women and men (Russian and international parameters).

The more accurately the measurements are taken, the more harmoniously the hat fits. And if you have determined the required size, then you can definitely buy a hat without trying it on.

When measuring head circumference, round the result up. This will help prevent you from buying a small headdress.

When buying a hat of a non-standard style, it is worth increasing the data obtained during measurement by 0.5-1.5 cm. In this case, all the intended originality of the hat will be able to manifest itself in all the ideas of its author, without losing the meaning of the style.

What parameters do you need to know?

To accurately determine whether a hat is suitable for a particular buyer, you need to know:

• Head diameter. This is the circumference of the skull along a line just above the eyebrows.
• Skull height. This parameter is less important since most people have a relatively standard head shape. However, these numbers are also necessary for accurate fitting.

It should be remembered that abroad the main parameter is not girth (that is, circumference), but the diameter of the head. There are subtleties here: the skull does not have an exact spherical shape, so its diameter, measured along the axial line, is larger than along the side (from ear to ear).

For people with a non-standard skull shape, you need to measure:

• longitudinal arch - from the superciliary hollows to the middle of the back of the head;
• transverse line - from temple to temple through the crown of the head.

Finally, you need to remember: in addition to centimeters, the inch table is still used (in the UK, USA and some other countries). So, to purchase a headdress that does not have a regulator and is manufactured in these countries, you must first convert the centimeters to inches.

Children's hat size chart

Children's products have different markings from adult ones, and the size of a hat for children is calculated differently. Children's products indicate the age of the child. Focusing on age does not always contribute to a successful purchase - all children develop differently. Two three-year-old children have different head sizes. In addition, most manufacturers now resort to international labeling.

The table below is suitable for children from birth to 10 years. When your child reaches 13-14 years of age, follow the table for adults.

A separate recommendation on how to determine the size of a hat for a child (infant): when purchasing hats for infants, you should take into account the rapid growth of the head. In a month it increases to 2 cm. From this point of view, you should not buy hats “for growth”.

A peculiarity of the marking of children's products is the indication of even numbers 40, 42...48, 50. Buying a cap if the circumference has an odd value costs one more. For example, the head circumference is 43 cm. There are caps of 42 and 44. A headdress of 44 will fit best.

We select according to the table

The domestic manufacturer marks hats in the metric system. This means that the size corresponds to the circumference of the head (the first measurement is around the circumference). The planting depth depends on the style.

Dividing the result by 2.54, we get the value in inches. It is used to mark products manufactured in a number of European countries.

For international designations, Latin letters are used. The sizes of women's hats in any of the systems correspond to the circumference of the head. The table below shows the ratio of Russian and international markings.

Russian size is the result of the girth measurement.

No need to choose a hat anymore. Over time, the headpiece may stretch and become too loose. It is also necessary to take into account that knitted models stretch, and fur products do not deform. The latter must be selected by size.

It is important to pay attention to the composition of the raw materials from which the headdress is made. Synthetic fibers stretch when worn. Products made from natural raw materials may shrink.

To choose a women's hat with the perfect fit, a fitting is necessary. Measurements and comparing them with data in online resources do not guarantee a good fit. For girls and women with a typical body type, there is a table of parameters, thanks to which you can choose a model of suitable depth. Important! A winter hat should cover your ears.

Adult hat size chart

Determining the required size for adult hats is twofold. On the one hand, it is simpler than children's products. On the other hand, most manufacturers prefer to indicate a single size parameter on their products.

The versatility of a product does not mean that it will fit any adult. For some it is small, for others it is large. For this reason, it is worth choosing a hat that clearly indicates the desired parameter.

The values ​​may not be the same for different manufacturers. Trying on is an ideal option when purchasing.

Knowing the size of an adult headdress is not the key to a successful purchase. The same thing sits differently on identical heads. It depends on the shape of the head and the way the headdress is worn. Some people need hats that slide down over their foreheads, while others need hats that fit quite tightly. For this reason, people with the same size hats buy different hats.

The method of wearing is not the only feature that influences the choice of product when purchasing.

How to take your own measurements?

To determine your headgear size, you can use one of two methods:

• Measure yourself using a tape measure or tailor's flexible meter. Measurements should be carried out as follows: first, the meter is applied to the forehead, then passed through the temple (at least 5 mm above the ear) to the line where the head meets the spine (above the upper border of the atlas, the first vertebra), then through the second temple (at the same level above the ears ) and to the point where the measurement began.

• Measure yourself using thread or tape. Then its length can be measured on a straight ruler, graduated in inches or centimeters - depending on the country in which you buy the hat.

Depending on the shape of the skull, it is possible to measure not through the junction of the spine and the skull, but through the inion - the most protruding occipital point (protuberantia occipitalis externa). According to craneometry, inion in humans can be either completely absent or maximally protruding.

What to look for when determining size

Finally, a few life hacks:

1. Synthetic products tend to stretch over time. Wool, on the contrary, shrinks and makes the headdress smaller.
2. To ensure comfort and warmth, choose looser ones for autumn, and tight-fitting ones for winter.
3. With loose knitting (weaving), there is a possibility of the product stretching when worn.
4. To avoid losing the spectacular design, the fabric (knitwear) should not stretch.
5. Women should consider the length and thickness of their hair, the type of hairstyle worn daily, and the use of elastic bands and clips.

Knowing and taking into account all the features when choosing the appropriate size of a product, you will be able to make purchases in online stores, ask relatives to bring a Panama hat from a trip as a gift, buy hats for children and family members without the tedious “carrying” of them with you to the shops.

If you knit hats yourself, then be guided by the information that we discussed in detail in the article - the size table for knitting hats of the required size also takes the head circumference as a basis.

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Taking head measurements

There are special requirements for a woman's hat. It should fit perfectly, not move while being worn, and at the same time provide reliable protection from the cold wind. There is a size chart for hats for this purpose. But before choosing the desired designation, you need to take measurements.

To take measurements you will need a centimeter tailor's tape. If this is not available, use non-stretchable tape or a strip of paper, make a mark on it, and then measure using a ruler.

1. It is recommended to measure the girth while sitting.
2. It is important that the girl does not have a voluminous hairstyle or voluminous hairpins on her head.
3. A measuring tape or braid is placed 2 cm above the eyebrows, passed above the ears and closed at the back of the head.
4. To obtain the most accurate result, you should repeat the head circumference measurement 2 to 3 times.

The data will need to be recorded. Additionally, you can measure the length from the eyebrow line to the beginning of the neck along the top of the head. This will be needed in order to select a perfectly fitting model. The distance from the back of the head to the forehead indicates the depth of the hat. Using this measurement, it is easy to determine the desired height of the model.

Additionally, measure the horizontal length from temple to temple, separately for the facial and occipital areas. This is necessary in cases where you need to choose a fur model or a hat with a visor and other details. The data will be needed when purchasing a headdress in an online store, when it is not possible to try it on.

For adult women, head circumference varies from 52 to 61 cm.

When choosing a cap for a voluminous hairstyle, you should choose a model that is 1 – 2 sizes larger. If you have a tension cord, you can reduce the girth by about 3 cm.

International sizes

If we compare children's size charts with adults, then in the latter case there is no longer any need to indicate age.
For ease of selection, the sizes themselves are usually indicated by symbols: S, M, L, XL, XXL, etc. Buyers are already accustomed to this scale, and they quickly understand which product they need to buy. There is no need to even compare with standard sizes. According to generally accepted international standards, the following compliance with head circumference is provided.

• S - 53-54 cm.
• M - 55 cm.
• L - 56–57 cm.
• XL - 58 cm.
• XXL - 59–60 cm.
• XXXL - 61 cm.

Men's hat: the right choice

Hats for men are: summer - caps, bandanas and light hats that complement the look, autumn-spring - usually knitted or made of cotton and winter - made of wool, cotton or fur to reliably protect against the cold. Popular earflap hats look great with a classic coat or jacket; a knitted men's hat with a visor goes well with a long knitted scarf or turtleneck sweater, but the overall style of clothing should not be sporty.

The shape of your face is important when choosing the right hat. A round face can be corrected with interesting asymmetrical models, for an oval face thin, tight-fitting options are suitable, and a square and rectangular face is a good reason to buy a hat.

As for the color scheme, it is better for blondes to choose products in beige, peach and other warm shades, for fair-haired men - light blue, pistachio or silver, and for brunettes - blue or black. In addition, the hat or cap should be combined with the color of clothing and complexion. Another important rule: the more complex the cut or pattern of outerwear, the simpler the headdress should be.

In the store, try on as many different options for men's hats to find the one that suits you in style, quality, and cost.