Hat Designing Business

Hat Designing Business Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: October 7th, 2024

Want to blend creativity with commerce? Consider a hat designing business.

This venture involves creating unique, custom hats and selling them online or through boutique stores. You can cater to fashion-forward individuals looking for one-of-a-kind pieces or businesses needing branded hats for promotional events.

To get started, you need sketching skills and an understanding of different materials. You'll also need to forge relationships with manufacturers who can produce your designs at scale. The internet is your showcase; platforms like Etsy or a dedicated ecommerce site can help you reach your audience.

Customization and exclusive designs can set you apart in a crowded market. If you’re someone with a flair for fashion and a knack for business, this could be your niche. With careful planning and a unique design approach, your hat designs could become a staple in wardrobes everywhere.

In this list, you'll find real-world hat designing business success stories and very profitable examples of starting a hat designing business that makes money.

1. Snappies ($24K/year)

Burly Vinson, the founder of Snappies, came up with the idea for his hat brand after getting tired of the cheap plastic straps found on traditional snapbacks. He created a hat that uses leather and brass instead of plastic, and also opted to make the hats out of hemp for a more lightweight and durable option. His focus on creating a comfortable hat that connects with outdoor enthusiasts has resonated with customers, and the brand has been able to make an environmental impact by partnering with nonprofits to plant trees.

How much money it makes: $24K/year
How many people on the team: 1

Reaching $2,000/mo With a Comfortable, Environmentally-Friendly Hat

Snappies hats, made with leather and brass instead of traditional plastic straps, have helped to plant thousands of trees in the US; Facebook ads, lookalike audiences and retargeting campaigns helped to find customers, while a Shopify store provided a professional looking outlet and Reddit offered information from subforums such as r/entrepreneur.

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