The CacheMio Linen Cap Sizing & Care Guide

A woman in a beige cap and yellow linen short suit walking along the wooden deck of a beach club in Saint-Tropez, with white cabanas and tables in the background.

A linen cap doesn’t have a stretch panel or a foam liner to forgive an imprecise size - it’s leather, brass, and hand-finished linen, so getting the size right matters more than it would with a synthetic snapback. Here’s what you need to know before you order, and how to look after the cap once it arrives.

Finding your size

Size Head circumference
S 54–57 cm / 21.3–22.4”
M 56–59 cm / 22.0–23.2”
L 58–61 cm / 22.8–24.0”

To measure at home: wrap a soft tape measure around your head about an inch above your ears and eyebrows - roughly where a cap naturally sits. No tape measure on hand? A piece of string works; measure the string against a ruler afterward. If you land between two sizes, we’d lean toward sizing up: the fit is relaxed and low-profile by design, not a snug athletic fit, and the leather strap gives a small amount of adjustment within each size rather than across sizes.

Caring for the linen

Hand-wash only in cold water (max 30°C / 86°F). Do not machine wash, bleach, or tumble dry.

Hand-washing, step by step

  1. Fill a clean basin with cold water (max 30°C / 86°F) and add a small amount of mild detergent suitable for delicate fabrics.
  2. Submerge the cap and gently work water through the fabric. Do not scrub, wring, or twist it. Treat spots gently with your fingertips.
  3. Rinse in clean cold water until all detergent is removed.
  4. Press the cap between clean towels to remove excess water. Do not wring it.
  5. While the cap is damp, reshape the crown and brim by hand. Rest the crown over a rounded surface, such as a bowl, while it dries.

Air-dry in a well-ventilated, shaded place, away from direct sunlight and heat. Allow 12 - 24 hours to dry fully before wearing or storing.

Leather strap and brass buckle

  • Wipe the leather strap dry after rain or sweat; do not submerge it.
  • If the leather feels dry, apply a neutral leather conditioner sparingly.
  • Wipe the brass buckle dry after washing. A natural patina is normal; avoid prolonged exposure to salt water.

Storage and natural creasing

  • Hang the cap by its strap or store it in a box. For long-term storage, lightly fill the crown with tissue paper to help it keep its shape.
  • Keep the cap dry and avoid crushing it. Do not store it while damp.

One thing worth knowing: linen creases. That’s the fiber, not a flaw. A crease that relaxes when you wear the cap is normal; a crushed, flattened crown that doesn’t spring back is what proper storage prevents.

This guide applies to all eleven colorways - the construction is identical across every one. See the full linen cap collection.

Further reading: Why Linen Beats Cotton | FAQ | Shop the collection

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