Choosing caps for live embroidery: 112 vs. Flexfit
Blank choice makes or breaks the stitch.
Why the blank matters more than you would think
A hat bar lives or dies on the cap you hand guests. Structured caps hold an embroidered logo crisp and flat; unstructured or ultra-soft caps can let the stitch sink or ripple. Two blanks come up constantly at our stations, and they suit different crowds.
The Richardson 112
The 112 is a structured trucker with a foam front panel and mesh back, the default for a reason. That firm front panel is a dream for embroidery: the design sits proud and reads sharp. It is the adjustable-snapback crowd-pleaser that fits nearly everyone, which is exactly what you want when guests self-select at a hat bar.
Flexfit
Flexfit caps are fitted and stretchy for a sleeker, athletic look. They embroider well on the structured styles, and guests love the tailored fit, but because they are sized (S/M, L/XL) rather than one-size-adjustable, you carry more inventory to cover a crowd. Great for a curated activation, more planning for a big open line.
How to decide
Open, high-volume events with unknown head sizes: lean Richardson 112 for the adjustable fit and forgiving embroidery. Premium, curated activations where the look is everything: mix in Flexfit. Either way, bring us the cap early so we can test the digitized logo on the actual blank before your guests do.
Tell us about your event once.
Share the date, city, guest count, and what you want personalized. We'll map the right number of embroidery heads, thread colors, and staff so your line keeps moving.