OUR MISSION
At KM Headwear we are committed to designing luxury unique flat caps, baker boys and accessories that honour both tradition and the planet. Our mission is to produce ethically made headwear and accessories using sustainable fabrics, ensuring minimal environmental impact while supporting fair labor practices and the circular fashion economy .

We strive to empower our customers with products that reflect their values. With every cap, we aim to blend creative, eclectic design with modern sustainability, creating accessories that not only look good but also do good.

OUR VISION 

KM Headwear has truly transformed from a small business into a leading brand known for its commitment to sustainability and ethical fashion. By prioritising eco-friendly materials and ethical production practices, KM Headwear not only meets the growing demand for responsible fashion but also sets a benchmark for other brands in the industry.

Their innovative designs and focus on transparency resonate with conscious consumers who value both style and sustainability. This evolution reflects a broader shift in the fashion landscape towards more responsible practices, proving that style and ethics can go hand in hand.

OUR ROOTS

In 2010 designer and textile  artist Rhian returned to study a part-time HNC in Millinery at Leeds College of Art  as a mature student with 2 young sons. It was one afternoon a week and taught all of the traditional millinery techniques from design, blocking and flat pattern hats.

One of the later modules was about sustainability and Rhian began to explore the local textiles industry within her home region of Yorkshire in the North of England. Her final project was called ‘Can you still make a Flat Cap in Yorkshire? a tongue in cheek question which developed into the seed of an idea for a business. While researching the question Rhian found that the majority of the flat caps she found were either Made in China or Bangladesh. 

How can you possibly know the provenance of a cap made so far away and surely we must be able to make something with less carbon footprint nearer to home?

So in 2013 KM Headwear was born and at 9.15am on July 29th we sold our first flat cap on a self built website..and that was the beginning of this flat cap adventure!