The Modern Materialist : hats

Look Sharp Shark In This Hat

Alex Zalben — Thu, 14 May 2009 19:03:00 GMT

Who would have thought a shark eating a kid's head could be so adorable? Not this guy, for one. But it is, and the one above, unfortunately, is not for sale. This one is, though:

[$13, Stupid.com]

Don't Be a Butthead

Steph Auteri — Tue, 12 May 2009 19:04:00 GMT

Don't be a butthead, you guys. It's already bad enough that you use fanny packs.

[$12.99, Cap-sac]

Getting a fanny pack for your head is taking things too far.

This Baseball Hat Has a Deadly Secret

Alex Zalben — Fri, 01 May 2009 19:03:00 GMT

It looks like a normal black baseball hat, but it actually hides a deadly secret. Can you guess what it is?

The little picture of the dude in the corner gives you an indication: it's also a blackjack. There's a small pocket in the back of the cap that contains an impact material that is 110% the density of lead, and will not rust.

So next time you see a guy take off his hat at a baseball game? You run.

[$30, The BudK Catalog]

[Via Fashionably Geek]

Galdiators! Are We Not Adorable?

Alex Zalben — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 20:05:00 GMT

It's the end of the winter, so you may not be in the market for a warm hat anymore, but I think we can all make an exception for this:

I'd like to see Russell Crowe in one of those, how about you?

[$44, Supermarket]

[Via Fashionably Geek]

What's Coming Out Of Your Bunny Hole?

Alex Zalben — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 17:27:00 GMT

Hey, what's that sticking out of your bunny hole? It looks like...

Well, it looks like a bunny. Also? Weirdest hat ever. Also also? I don't think bunny hole is a euphemism for anything*.

[$40, Umbrella Market]

[Via Fashionably Geek]

*Once again, Urban Dictionary proves me wrong. If you can dream it, you can add it to Urban Dictionary.

Be Fantastic at Comic-Con

Shaun Seneviratne — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 20:31:00 GMT

I never cared much for the Fantastic Four; I was always more of an X-Men guy. But until they start making X-Men Caps that reflect the qualities of the characters, these are going to have to do:

Fantastic Four baseball caps from New Era Caps!

The Mr. Fantastic hat is made from stretchy neoprene.
The back of the Invisible Woman cap is made from clear vinyl.
The Thing hat is debossed and made to resemble his body.
The Human Torch hat has "fiery" lining. (This one is kind of whack, but whatever).

Click below for more pics:

[New Era Cap]

[Via High Snobiety]

This Hat Is a Monster

Alex Zalben — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 15:33:00 GMT

No, not the above, though that is awfully cute. This one:

The coolest thing about this hat is that it is completely customizable; each piece is velcro, so you can stick it wherever you like. On the hat, I mean.

[£34, YesNoMaybe]

[Via Fashionably Geek]

Hat Lampshades

Shaun Seneviratne — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 17:42:00 GMT

[photo via]

Jeeves and Wooster, please meet Jeeves and Wooster.

This Jeeves Wooster lampshades are perfect for an old-timey British-themed room. With the top hat's silver interior and the bowler's gold interior, these lampshades are seriously classy. And if you just happen to be a fan of the bowler over the top hat, you can buy them seperately.

[photo via]

[£415 (Approx. $574), Hidden Art]

[Via Cool Hunting]

For The Indecisive Hat Wearer

Shaun Seneviratne — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 19:03:00 GMT

Keep your head warm while coordinating with your outfit. These cotton flannel reversible two face hats from Shapel are perfect for the indecisive fashionisto.

[Shapel]

[Via Selectism]

Hat(s) of the Day: Adult Swim Caps

Alex Zalben — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 16:33:00 GMT

This Meatwad hat is pretty rad and all, but if you're into ATHF, this next one is even more awesome and geeky:

I don't need to tell you this Ignigknot, who single-handedly brought Boston to his, er, knees, right?

[$15, Williams Street]

[Via Fashionably Geek]

Hair-Friendly Hats

Steph Auteri — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 15:27:00 GMT

Hey you guys. Remember the Bang-go (pictured above), the most horrifying hat in the world? It's still horrifying, yet designers are still trying to create hair-friendly hats. I think the following piece of headgear might have finally gotten it right:

This ponytail hat is pure genius, and perfect for the coming winter months.

[$26.95, Herrington]

[Via Book of Joe]

Related: Bangs Are Back

You Look Delicious

Steph Auteri — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 19:37:00 GMT

Seriously. I can barely resist you. I just want to eat you all up.

How can I look just as yummy?

It is ridiculous how much I want this cupcake hat. Ridiculous.

[$30, Fred Flare]

Equations: Ninja Bunny

Alex Zalben — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:31:00 GMT

[$40, Bunny Warez]

[Via The Presurfer]

The Straitjacket Express

Alex Zalben — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 14:30:00 GMT

You're all wondering how to keep warm over the next couple of months, right*? Well, why not grab one of the above? It's a combo hat and scarf and gloves, and the stock is almost gone, so grab 'em now. Couple more pics, then pricing:

[$112, I Don't Like Mondays]

[Via Book of Joe]

*Yes, I realize some people live in zones where it's still freezing. But considering I'm lying on my keyboard panting like a dog it's so hot, it sure doesn't feel like there's any escape.

You Can Leave Your Hat On

Alex Zalben — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 14:30:00 GMT

…Unless of course it’s shaped like an animal head. In which case, please take your hat off.

A designer named Nagi Noda has created these unique animal hats out of hair. Uclear whose hair, but yipes. Close-up pics, and then linkage:

[Nagi Nodi]

[Via Yanko Designs]