Not a Bucket Hat, Not a Baseball Cap—This Pretty Hat Trend Is What the Cool Girls Are Wearing Instead

Every summer, a major accessory trend takes over. It might be a bag or jewelry, but this summer, it’s a hat trend. And not just any plain old baseball cap, but rather a much chicer item: a crochet skull cap. This trend popped up last year for a bit as a niche, IYKYK trend among the It girls, but now it’s hit mainstream, and I’m glad. It’s an accessory I’ve noticed influencers wear with a swimsuit to the beach or pool, casually with a T-shirt and pants, and, surprisingly, with dresses.

Notably, Chase Infiniti cosigned the skull-cap trend while on the red carpet for the 2026 Actor Awards. She styled her gown with a crystal-adorned skull cap to complete her look, and it was stunning. Knowing an It girl like Infiniti is into the trend means skull caps, in general, aren’t going anywhere. Keep scrolling to see how Infiniti wore it and shop pretty crochet skull caps that fit your personal style.

The It-Girl Blueprint

Style Tip: If you want to dress up a look even more, swap a crochet skull cap for a chain-link one.

More Chic Examples

Style Tip: White dresses and cream-color skull caps go together gorgeously.

Style Tip: Dress up your plain outfits with your crochet skull cap in a fun pop of color.

Style Tip: Halter-neck tops and baggy pants look much more intentional if you add a crochet skull top.

Style Tip: A simple dress and flip-flops outfit doesn't always need jewelry. Just add a crochet skull cap to elevate your look.

Style Tip: If you didn't know, swimsuits look even chicer with a matching crochet skull cap.

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