Hats were once recognized as daily products, and people in different classes, from the noble class to the working class, have worn them. However, as time goes by, the attraction of hats has decreased, and hats are being pushed to a more people-friendly way by hat manufacturers. However, hats like classic Fedora and Panama have made their comeback in recent years, and they are back to the earth. At the same time, the hat industry has been obsessed with all staff in the 1990s, which has pushed baseball caps and bucket hats into the spotlight. Today, we, Aung Crown, a Chinese custom hat maker of hats, will introduce the top 10 men’s hat brands. No matter whether you like more sophisticated, elegant, or urban styles, you can easily find one in the following top 10 greatest men’s hat brands worldwide in 2025.

1. Bailey Hüte

Founded Timefounder: 1922

Originator: George S. Bailey

Collections: Bailey of Hollywood & Bailey Western

Website: https://www.baileyhats.com/

Founded in 1922, Bailey Hats is an American hat brand that has catered to the best Hollywood hats (Humphrey Bogart and Gary Grant are its big fans) and has produced quality headwear to this day. Bailey Hats is renowned for its craftsmanship and excels in crafting timeless gentleman’s styles, including felt hats, top hats, Panama hats, straw hats, and bowler hats. Nowadays, Bailey Hats is divided into 2 collections – Bailey of Hollywood and Bailey Western, which have continuously combined the classic heritage and innovative designs.

2. Goorin Bros

Founded: 1895

Founder: Cassel Goorin

Website: https://goorinshop.de/en-aeu

Goorin Bros is an American hat brand with more than a hundred years, and it has become a famous international brand with a series of shiny products. Goorin Bros was founded in 1895 and was created by Cassel Goorin. Goorin Bros was derived from a horse-drawn cart in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In 1949, Cassel Goorin and his sons – Alfred and Ted – moved their company to San Francisco and opened their first boutique.

As a family enterprise, Goorin Bros has real advantages in making hats, which has become one of the trustworthy, reliable hat brands among hat lovers. Goorin Bros is famous for its bold and personalized designs, particularly for its “The Farm” series – trucker caps with animal patches. Since 2003, the 4th generation, Ben Goorin, has launched this series that has become popular worldwide. These trucker caps are featured with animal patterns, like roosters, goats, donkeys, and combined with quality fabrics and street sense, which have become the symbol of fashion and personality.

Although Goorin Bros is a family enterprise, it has adhered to the “theory” that everyone can see and hear, and continuously injects with creation and cultural expression.

3. Christys’ Of London

Founded: 1773

Founder: Miller Christy

Official Web: https://www.christys-hats.com/

Christys’ of London is a historical British hat brand, founded by Miller Christy in 1773. Christys’ Of London is one of the representative hat manufacturer in the U.K. and it’s noted for its traditional craftsmanship and high-end handcrafts, particularly for top hats, bowler hats, and fedora hats. In addition, Christys’ Of London has adhered to the design of British-made. During its 200-year history, Christys’ of London has produced headwear for the British royal family, including army headwear. On the other hand, Christys’ of London hats are worn by the British royal family, political leaders, and movie stars, such as Churchill, Indiana Jones, and Brad Pitt. Christys’ Of London not only keeps its classic styles, but also keeps innovating by combining modern design elements to make its hats become the symbol of England style and luxurious crafts.

4. Neue Ära Kappe

Founded: 1920

Founder: Ehrhardt Koch

Web: https://www.neweracap.com/

Founded by Ehrhardt Koch in 1920, in Buffalo, New Your, U.S, New Era Cap is a world-famous, noted hat brand worldwide. New Era focused on making premium baseball caps at the beginning, and it has become the official supplier for MLB (Major League Baseball) since 1934. Until now, it’s still the official partner of Sports leagues like MLB, NFL, NBA, etc. New Era makes its modern response to vintage trends with an advantage. Its sales are over 35 million pieces of hats worldwide each year.

New Era is renewed for the 59FIFTY series, which has a flat brim and close-fitting design that has become the symbol of street culture and sports styles. Besides that, New Era also launched 9FIFTY Snapback, 9FORTY Adjustable, and 39THIRTY Stretch Fit to meet different needs for different styles.

5. Schloss & Co. Hutmacher

Founded: 1676

Founder: Robert Davis

Website: https://www.lockhatters.com/

Founded by Robert Davis in 1676, the headquarters are at 6 St James’ Street, London. Lock & Co. Hatters is the oldest hat shop worldwide, the oldest shop in London, the oldest family-owned business, and has still run by the Lock family. Lock & Co. has made hats for Western Churchill to Charlie Chaplin. Lock & Co. Hatters was granted a Royal Warrant of Appointment to His Majesty King Charles III as hatters in 2024. Lock & Co. has still made the best hats in the world.

6. Past Present

PAST AND PRESENT is a venture that operates on two fronts and spans various media. The first, a digital storefront offering a curated selection of luxury, streetwear, and vintage clothing, sneakers, and more. The second, an ethically made in-house label focusing on timeless designs and quality.

Past Present is an Australian brand that has got inspiration from the past to create classic styles with modern styles. Its hats are with a sense of history, and their structures are not soft and fluffy, but these hats are very comfortable to wear. From straw baseball caps to wide-brimmed hats, Past Present offers various gentlemen’s products.

7. Borsalino

Created Year: 1857

Creator: Giuseppe Borsalino

Place: Alessandria, Italy

Web: https://www.borsalino.com/

An Italian hat brand, Borsalino is the oldest luxurious hat brand in Italy. Borsalino’s world-famous Fedoras keep its place in the hat industry. In addition, Borsalino acquired the Grand Prix at the Exposition Universelle de Paris in 1900, which contributed to gaining its international reputation. Borsalino is world-renowned for its prime crafts and classic designs, particularly for making Fedoras that are the symbol of a gentleman globally. Hollywood stars, political leaders, and artists wear its hats, including Humphrey Bogart, Alain Delon, Michael Jackson, etc.

8. Barbour

Created Year: 1894

Founder: John Barbour

Place: South Shields, England

Official Web: https://www.barbour.com/

Barbour concentrated on durable and waterproof Waxed Cotton Jackets for fishermen, dockers, and bikers in the beginning. Nowadays, Barbour is famous for its England styles, classic designs, and practical functions, and Barbour Wax Jackets have become its symbolized pieces that are deeply favored by the UK royal family, outdoor lovers, and fashionistas. In addition, Barbour can ideally seizure the essence of the countryside with its various hats, making them the ideal choice for those who love British historical aesthetics.

9. Brixton

Founded Year: 2004

Founders: David Stoddard and Jason Young

Headquarters: Oceanside, CA, U.S.

Official Web: https://www.brixton.com/

An American headwear brand, Brixton is inspired by music, culture, and diverse lifestyles to create classic and modern hats that integrate vintage aesthetics and modern designs. Brixton was famous for its Hooligan and Newsboy Caps in the beginning. Till now, its hats have expanded to Fedoras, baseball caps, bucket hats, etc. Moreover, Brixton underlines premium fabrics and fancy tailoring, and deeply cooperates with artists, musicians, and skateboarders, which makes it the symbol of personalized expression. Inspired by music, styles, and culture, Brixton has quickly become one of the coolest hat brands.

10. LaRose

Headquarters: Pennsylvania, USA

Website: https://www.larosehatco.com/

LaRose Hat Company is a hat brand that focuses on historical reenactment and handmade customization, and its headquarters are in Pennsylvania, USA. LaRose has featured railway caps, welding caps, and retro work hats, and emphasizes traditional crafts and wear resistance. Besides that, LaRose & Co. also offers 100% wool custom service, and each hat is handmade with a unique personalized design.

Hope all these 10 men’s hat brands are for all men to refer to when considering choosing a hat. All these hats are very easy to create a gentleman’s or fashion look.