How Trucker Hats Became So Trendy

From cowboy hats to fedoras and bowler hats to newsboy caps, we’ve been dressing up our heads for centuries. Like any fashion, hats go in and out style. Influenced by celebrities, functionality, culture, and – in today’s world – social media – certain hats rise to the top.

In recent years, the simple trucker hat has become the heady fashion of choice. Once only worn by male farmers, rural workers and, well, truckers, these hats are now favored by fashion icons, skateboards, musicians and celebrities (both male and female).

Unlike a ballcap, the trucker hat has a tall and straight front panel (perfect for patches or embroidered logos), a breathable nylon mesh back, and a snapback closure to fit all head sizes.

The History of the Trucker Hat

Trucker hats came on the scene in the early 1970s as promotional giveaways from feed and farming supply companies. Inexpensive to produce and easy to brand, the trucker hat became a staple of the blue collar uniform.

We can thank actors for giving trucker hats a publicity boost. Think Tom Selleck wearing a Detroit Tigers hat in the popular 1980s TV series “Magnum, P.I.”

Actor Ashton Kutcher, known for “That ’70s Show” and MTV’s “Punk’d,” regularly sported a trucker hat in both those TV shows.

Women also got caught up in the trucker hat trend with celebs like Paris Hilton and Britney Spears seen wearing the hats.

By the 2000s, trucker hats were less blue collar and solidly mainstream. Wear it forward. Wear it backward. Trucker hats are a way to highlight a brand or make a statement.

The Iconic Richardson Trucker Hat

If trucker hats are the must-have hat, we’ll take it a step further and say the Richardson 112 trucker hats are the must-must-have hat.

In business for more than 50 years, the Richardson company’s early focus was on baseball products and equipment.

As the baseball cap and hat trend grew in the 1990s, Richardson saw an opportunity. The company expanded into the licensed, collegiate and corporate headwear business.

Today, Richardson is a leader in the custom cap market. Its Richardson 112 Trucker hat is a sought-after brand. The company developed the 112 Trucker almost 20 years ago with one mission: create the ultimate trucker cap.

Inspired by classic baseball headwear, the fit is “just right.” The hats are well constructed with 5- and 6-panel options, premium finish details and the signature trucker mesh.

Find the family of 112 Trucker caps in fishing shops, breweries, college bookstores, outdoors retails, surf shops and everywhere in between.

Why We Love the Richardson Trucker Hat

Here at Charleston Cotton Exchange, we love to use the Richardson 112 Trucker caps. They truly are a trendsetter, and our customers are eager to have their brands associated with an icon.

Other reasons we recommend the Richardson 112 family of caps:

• These caps are high quality. The company pays attention to every detail and it shows.
• The caps are durable and long lasting.
• They offer a variety of colors and styles so you can find one that fits your brand.
• This is a company we trust. Our customers rely on us to find the best products on the market. We work with brands we respect and that do top-notch work.

A Richardson Trucker hat is a way to make a powerful statement about your brand. We can help you choose a color and style that fits your business – and that your customers will love.

We can add a patch or embroider your logo or slogan onto the front of the hat for maximum visibility. Plus, you’re aligning your brand with another trusted brand and iconic product.

Adding a Richardon trucker hat to your line of branded apparel is the ultimate in product placement!

Ready to add a branded hat that gets your business noticed? Request a quote from our team today!