Snakeskin Strapbacks Hats: The Hollywood Style

It is hard not to notice something when it is worn by the likes of Jay-Z, Kanye West and Big Sean. These three and many other celebrities, mostly hip hops have been seen wearing custom styled snakeskin strapback hats. All these celebrities are trend setters of our time and what they wear has to be cool. Snakeskin strapback hats are basically customized baseball caps that have brims of unique looking snakeskin. It is not only the hip hop kings who endorse these hats; there are many sports stars who wear them with their team’s logo on the hat.

History of snakeskin strapback hats

While most people see Kanye West wearing the hat and many give him the credit for inventing them, but actually the inventor is his manager Don C. Don C was the first designers and also the first manufacturer of the hat. Even to this day, selling under the line of Mitchell & Ness, Don C is acknowledged as one of the best strapback hats available in the market today. Many say that they still have the best selection of snakeskin strapbacks.

Initially snakeskin strapback hats were custom made on orders. But as the trend grew, manufacturers decided to mass produce them and sale them to a large market.

How are snakeskin strapback hats made?

The most common and desirable skin for these hats comes from the pythons of Indonesia. The skin is carefully peeled off from the hunted python. These skins are then treated and undergo various processes. They are then sent to the designers such as Don C himself or RSVP. The designers turn these skins into strapback brims which are widely popular amongst the celebrities and public of today.

Controversies

Despite the fact that these hats are becoming popular with each coming day, some organizations have raised concerned over snake killing. Some claim that snakes are mercilessly and needlessly killed. Their skin is peeled off while they are alive and they die a slow painful death. To add more concern, the python of Indonesia is classified as an endangered snake species.

Common styles in snapback hats

There is generally accepted style in snakeskin strapback hats. It is not much different from a conventional baseball cap. It contains snakeskin on the brim and commonly a lambskin at the back which works as the adjustable buckle. Many sports team have played a part in making these hats popular, New York Yankees and the Chicago Bulls were the first teams. Other teams such as Boston Celtics, the Miami Heat and the Atlanta Falcons soon followed. The snakeskin strapback hats featuring these teams’ logos are often the top sold products on many websites.

Price of snakeskin strapback hats

The official price of the hat is $400. However, if you look hard you can find a very good second hand piece for a far lesser price. There are genuine used pieces being sold for $100. Also, keep an eye out for discount offers.

Where to buy them?

Don C officially sales his hats through the RSVP online website. You can find these hats on the famous site Ebay.com as well. The best place to look is internet. Offline shopping is an option but not very suitable one.