Vintage Flat Cap - Blue Fleck - by Hanna Hats of Donegal
Regular price $69.95Story
A timeless Irish classic, this Vintage Flat Cap in Blue Fleck brings together traditional Donegal tweed, enduring style, and the craftsmanship of Hanna Hats of Donegal.
The Vintage Cap is Hanna Hats' classic full-bodied flat-cap design, featuring a flat peak and concealed stud fastener. Introduced in the 1960s, it became one of the company's best-selling styles and remains a favorite today.
Crafted from 100% wool tweed with distinctive blue flecks, the cap has the rich texture and natural character that make Donegal tweed so special. Handcrafted in Donegal, it is a piece of Irish headwear made to be worn and enjoyed for years to come.
Classic, comfortable, and unmistakably Irish, this is a cap with the character of Donegal woven into every thread.
Why You'll Love It
The Vintage Flat Cap has a wonderfully timeless character. Its full-bodied shape gives it the traditional look of a classic Irish flat cap, while the blue fleck tweed adds subtle color and texture that make the cap distinctive without being overly bold.
Made from 100% wool, the cap provides natural warmth while remaining breathable and comfortable. The flat peak and concealed stud fastener complete the traditional design, while the sturdy wool tweed makes it well suited to everyday wear.
Handcrafted in Donegal by Hanna Hats, this cap is a thoughtful Irish gift for anyone who appreciates traditional craftsmanship, quality wool, and classic Irish style.
Irish Heritage
The flat cap has long been part of everyday life in Ireland, worn by farmers, workers, travelers, and townspeople alike. Simple, practical, and well suited to Ireland's changeable weather, the style became an enduring part of Irish dress.
Donegal tweed is particularly known for its distinctive flecked appearance. Small touches of color woven throughout the wool create a natural, textured look that recalls the varied colors of the Donegal landscape.
The Vintage Flat Cap brings these traditions together in a design that has remained essentially unchanged in character for generations, combining practical Irish headwear with the distinctive character of Donegal tweed.
Product Details
• Made in Ireland
• Crafted by Hanna Hats of Donegal
• 100% wool tweed
• Blue Fleck tweed
• Full-bodied Vintage Cap style
• Flat peak
• Concealed stud fastener on peak
• 100% acetate lining
• Handcrafted in Donegal Town, County Donegal
• Available in Small through XXXL
• Gentle dry clean recommended
• Suitable for all genders
The Carrick Mór Touch
At Carrick Mór, we believe every Irish gift carries a story. From the hands of talented makers to the places and traditions that inspire them, each piece celebrates the craftsmanship and enduring heritage of Ireland.
Made By
Hanna Hats of Donegal is a third-generation family business based in Donegal Town, where its skilled craftspeople continue a tradition of Irish hatmaking that began in 1924.
Today, Hanna Hats remains dedicated to handcrafted headwear, with each cap cut, stitched, pressed, inspected, and finished in its Donegal workshop. Traditional methods are combined with carefully selected natural fabrics, including Irish and Harris tweeds, creating hats and caps with genuine character and lasting quality.
The Vintage Cap was introduced in the 1960s and became one of Hanna Hats' signature styles — a classic flat cap that has remained popular for generations.
Discover the story of Hanna Hats of Donegal →
From County Donegal
County Donegal occupies Ireland's rugged northwest, where mountains, Atlantic coastline, islands, and windswept countryside have shaped a distinctive tradition of wool, tweed, and handcrafted goods.
Donegal Tweed reflects that landscape in its natural colors, rich textures, and distinctive flecks of color. The tradition remains closely connected to the people and places of the county, where skilled makers continue to work with natural fabrics and time-honored techniques.
This cap carries a little of that Donegal character — a piece of Irish craftsmanship made in the heart of the county where its story belongs.
