5 Panel Caps for Men: Fred Perry, Patagonia, Olow

Lower and lighter than a classic cap, the 5 panel cap in this section features Fred Perry in piqué or twill, Patagonia Duckbill and P-6 Label, Obey Delta, Olow Stanton, Norse Projects Bull, Kangol, New Era Colour Block, Circle Sportswear Run Planet and Service Works.

Five panels, a low crown

A classic cap is made with six panels, creating a high crown. The 5 panels cap replaces the two front panels with one larger panel. The result: a lower, flatter crown at the front, ideal for a logo or badge.

It was born from skate and outdoor culture, before conquering the city.

Fred Perry, pique and twill

The English tennis brand Fred Perry offers the 5 panels in pique, the fabric of its polos, and in cotton twill. Its embroidered laurel wreath is enough to sign the cap.

Patagonia, the outdoor cap

Patagonia offers the Duckbill, with a short and flexible visor, and the P-6 Label Trad, featuring the brand's logo. Lightweight caps designed for hiking, fishing, or climbing.

Obey, the spirit of street art

Obey, a brand born from the world of artist Shepard Fairey, presents the Delta. A 5 panels cap with a streetwear look, for an urban outfit.

Olow and Norse Projects

The French brand Olow offers 5 panels caps in original colours, including the Stanton. Norse Projects, born in Copenhagen, introduces the Bull, minimalist and understated.

Kangol, New Era, Circle and Service Works

Kangol offers the 5 panels in Soft Touch, in faux sherpa and with the Care Label. New Era presents the Colour Block Runner, Circle Sportswear features the Run Planet for running, and Service Works has a Script model with a workwear look.

Why choose a 5 panels?

Low crown: it suits slender faces and small heads.
Lightweight: often unstructured, it can fold into a pocket.
Front panel: a large surface for a logo or badge.
Style: between skate, outdoor, and streetwear.

The 5 panels for sports

Lightweight and often unstructured, the 5 panels follows the head during running, cycling, or hiking. The Run Planet from Circle Sportswear and the models from Patagonia are designed for effort.

A cap for the outdoors

When hiking, climbing, or fishing, the lightweight 5 panels protects from the sun without hindering movement. Folded into a pocket, it takes up little space and springs out at break time.

The colours

Khaki, beige, navy, and black match with all outdoor and urban wardrobes. Colour blocks, like on the New Era Colour Block, give a sportier touch.

The 5 panels on a bike

Its low crown slips under a bike helmet, and its short visor protects from the sun and light rain without obstructing vision. Many urban cyclists have adopted it.

Wearing a 5 panels

With a t-shirt, cargo shorts, and sneakers for summer. With a flannel shirt and work trousers for a workwear style. With a Fred Perry polo for a British nod.

Short visor or classic?

The short visor, like on the Duckbill from Patagonia, folds away easily and is less cumbersome in motion. The classic visor offers more protection for the eyes from the sun.

The materials

Cotton and twill are sturdy and easy to care for. Nylon and technical fabrics dry quickly for sports. Faux sherpa or soft materials turn the 5 panels into a winter cap.

Finding your size

Most 5 panels are adjustable at the back, with a strap, buckle, or cord. Adjust it so that it stays in place without being tight. Its low crown should rest on the top of the forehead.