Misshapen cap/hat - How to restore its shape?

Steam helps considerably in reshaping

It may happen that your headwear has lost its original shape. Fortunately, it is possible to recover from the damage by following the process below:

Reshaping a cap/hat

Stuff the hat with tissue paper, preferably white. Be careful not to use newspaper or colored paper, as it may stain your headwear. Then hold it over the steam from a kettle or iron, to stretch the fabric and reshape the cap or hat. Finally, let it dry, well-filled with tissue paper, so that it regains its shape.

Fabric/wool felt/fur felt/cotton hat

It is possible to spray a light mist of starch on the hat before exposing it to steam. This will make the hat less likely to deform and will stiffen it as it cools.

If needed, you can also use our reshaping service to restore the quality of your hat. We will discuss what you want together and do our best to restore your headwear to its past appearance.

How to flatten the brim of a hat?

When the crown of your hat is misshapen, its brim usually needs to be flattened again as well. To regain all the elegance of an accessory that you loved so much when you bought your hat, you should follow the same process as for smoothing out the crown. Here again, steam allows you to relax the fabric fibers to restore their original shape. You can then gently smooth the brim of your hat with your hands to avoid damaging the material. Your headwear thus regains all its splendor in a matter of moments, without any complex equipment.

How to remove creases from a cap?

As a timeless fashion accessory, your cap may develop creases in its material over the years. Thanks to the action of steam, and following the process we detailed above, you can easily eliminate these unsightly wrinkles from your cap. These quick manipulations allow you to proudly wear your newsboy cap, your flat cap, or even your baseball cap in all circumstances. Whatever the condition of your hat, don't hesitate to consult our advice pages or contact our team for expert opinion and concrete instructions that will allow you to give a second life to your misshapen cap.

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With over 20 years of experience, Chapellerie Traclet guarantees professional support and real expertise for your hat maintenance. Misshapen by travel or improper storage, they quickly regain their original silhouette for your greatest pleasure. In addition to the wide selection in our catalog for purchasing your trendy and high-end headwear, we ensure attentive and informed listening at all times.

Indeed, our passionate team is at your disposal to answer your questions, guide your purchases, or even help you reshape a misshapen cap or hat. We therefore offer you a reference site for impeccable accessories that will complete your outfits in the best way for many more years to come. Moreover, our secure online payment platform, as well as our fast delivery service, allow you optimal comfort for each of your purchases. Don't hesitate any longer and trust Chapellerie Traclet to find the most beautiful accessories and take care of them easily!