A Book on Cap and Hat Culture
Silas Skram, Denmark’s only cap maker, offers a subtle glimpse into the world of headwear. Learn about the curved shape of the flatcap and appreciate the gentle sway of the Panama hat in the breeze. Read about the people who keep the art of hat-making alive—for whom the craft is both a way of life and a livelihood.
Meet designer Henrik Vibskov, author Suzanne Brøgger, fashion expert Torsten Grunwald, and poet Billy Collins—all of whom have something to say about hats and caps.
A coffee-table book with 342 pages filled with photos and anecdotes from an almost forgotten craft.
Large-format book measuring 28 x 24½ cm

General Media Kit
Download our general press kit, which briefly describes the company and our position in the world.
Please contact us for additional written materials and insights into our business and our field.
We can help you find a good angle for your story about hats, craftsmanship, or Danish design. We have ready-made text on various topics, including craftsmanship, sustainability, history, design, and clothing.
Wilgart also offers lectures, counselling and training.

About
Story about the way into the bridle trade. Personal account of Silas Skram, Denmark’s last cap maker. A report written in Gonzo journalistic style.
“You should think it over for a few days. Do you really want to learn the craft of making caps?”
Just an hour later, I called and signed up as an apprentice at the cap-making workshop.
Press highlights
Sartorial Notes
, a renowned author, blogger, and expert on classic men’s fashion traditions, April 2018. Link to blog post
Out & See
DSB’s well-known free magazine is available on all Danish trains.
January 2021. Link to PDF article
Berlingske Tidende
Article about fine craftsmanship and the cap maker on Jægersborggade.
Berlingske Lifestyle – March 15, 2025.
TV2 Lorry
Copenhagen’s local TV station features a story about the cap maker.
2014 – Watch the TV segment here
The Stock Exchange
“When Niche Is the Future” from Børsen Weekend.
March 5, 2021
Politics
Extensive article on the craft of cap-making on the back page of the culture section of *Politikken*
February 21, 2019 – Download the *Politikken* article here
The weekly magazine SØNDAG
Magazine by ALLER Group. Article about the neighborhood of Nørrebro.
2020 week 52. Download it here
HÅNDVÆRK Bookazine
A comprehensive collection of writings on Danish craftsmanship.
Published by Rigetta Klint
October 2020 & March 2023 Read more of her articles here
MASTER
Magazine published by the Copenhagen Craftsmen’s Association (Håndværkerforeningen KBH)
MESTER No. 6 – August 2019. Read the article here
Radio IIII
“Nattevagten” is an evening/nighttime program on Radio 4, where Wilgart talks about hats for the first 20–25 minutes or so.
February 14, 2026 — Listen to the broadcast here : “Nattevagten” Podcast — About Hats








