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Hella Tight 'Republic' Fitted Cap
Hella Tight is setting September off with an updated version of their Republic fitted cap. This new upgrade features a mix of corduroy fabric used for the crown and denim for the visor and top button. The front graphic utilizes a nice combination of die-cut felt for the bear and raised embroidery for the star. As always, each cap ships inside a standard Hella Tight box. Sizes are limited on this one so don't waste time copping one. Available now at HellaTight.com.
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UA 3YR Winner...
Damn! It took a minute but I finally managed to gather all caps and send them out. Good looking to everyone who left their comments and especially our sponsors of UA 3YR: Mitchell & Ness, Adidas NBA, ECAPCITY, Hella Tight, OFFICIAL, and Upper Playground! Congrats to Mark Delaney on his winning stash!
Peace!
Hella Tight Preview - Hella Tight Trolly Fitted
UA recently received a preview of Hella Tight's Trolly fitted, slated for release this fall.
Representing the Bay Area to the fullest, the 100% wool, solid black fitted has a raised embroidered, customized trolley car, reminiscent of the San Francisco Warriors throwback logo in San Francisco Giants orange, with matching accents. Be sure to check for this banger when it drops in September, exclusively at hellatight.com.
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Hella Tight Thizelle Washington Tribute Fitted Cap
Hella Tight is back with a new fitted cap paying tribute to the creator of the Thizzelle Dance, the late Mac Dre. Repping The Bay, specifically The Crest, the Thizz Dance was one of Mac Dre's biggest tracks off 2002's Thizelle Washington album. This 'feel good' cap features a graphic of Mac Dre made up with an intricate combination of applications such as felt for the hair, gradient stitching with small rhinestones for the glasses and purple Thizz pill on the back. Made with 100% wool, the crown is embroidered with tonal pinstripes. The button and visor use micro suede and is also lined with gold satin. Proceeds of this piece will go directly to Mac Dre's family. The Thizz Washington cap was released last week so don't waste time getting yours now through Hella Tight. Get familiar with the Thizzele Washington album here.
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New Hella Tight Calavera Fitted Caps
Hella Tight adds on with their newest fitted caps dubbed the Calavera. The custom graphic is inspired and designed from the 'sugar skull' molds that adorn altars and associated with the Mexican celebration of Day of the Dead. The front Calavera graphic is done up in tight flat stitch and raised embroidery for the eyes. Limited to 100 pieces, the caps are made with lightweight wool, leather button, and satin under visor plus inside taping. Hella Tight wordmark embroidered on the back. Get yours at Hella Tight while supplies last.
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Hella Tight "Yeezy Tuxedo Infared" Fitted Cap
Hella Tight is back with their infamous Yeezy Tuxedo Bear fitted style, this time in infared. This popular cap returns with the original wool crown and tonal stitched pinstripes. Perforated black leather is used for the top button, visor, and under visor. The original glow in dark embroidery is used for the bear's shades and outline. The final touch is added by means of a red satin inside lining. The Yeezy Tuxedo Infared is now available exclusively through Hella Tight and Japan's Amazing Store. These are sure to go quick so don't waste time!
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