Ī 1571 Act of the English Parliament was enacted to stimulate domestic wool consumption and general trade. This term was replaced by 'cap' before about 1700, except in Scotland, where it continues to be referred to as a bunnet in Scots. The style can be traced back to the 14th century in Northern England, when it was more likely to be called a ' bonnet'. History Woolen flat cap Flat cap, side view, herringbone pattern The inside of the cap is commonly lined for comfort and warmth. Flat caps are usually made of tweed, plain wool, or cotton, while some are made using leather, linen, or corduroy. Various other terms exist (cabbie cap, driver cap, golf cap, longshoreman cap, ivy cap, train engineer cap, etc.). The hat is known in Ireland as a paddy cap in Scotland as a bunnet in Wales as a Dai cap and in the United States as an English cap, scally cap, or a flat cap. Woollen flat cap worn by actor Jason IsaacsĪ flat cap is a rounded cap with a small stiff brim in front, originating in Northern England.

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