I never thought a simple hat accessory like a baseball cap would have me so hyper-fixated, but here we are. This hat trend that has been around for years is back for the warm season, like it never left. I’ve already seen some really cool outfits worn by my stylish neighbors in Brooklyn, utilizing baseball caps in a very chic way. I’ve been thinking about ways to style a few of mine, and I’m happy to say I’ve found a few looks to share with you readers. I wear baseball caps when I’m having a bad hair day here and there, but I do also just love the trend, and my love was reignited once I saw these looks on my daily Instagram scroll. Similar to my stylish neighbors, this look stopped me in my tracks.

Whether you love a baseball cap and want more outfit inspiration or you’re not much of a hat person and need convincing, these looks will do the trick for both of those fashion dilemmas. Keep scrolling to find the right baseball cap outfit for your personal style, and shop each look.

Bomber Jacket Outfit

I’ve been loving seeing a bomber jacket styled with a baseball cap. It’s so NYC, to me. Cool girls are not trying too hard at all this season; it’s paying off. The more casual, the cooler. Bomber jackets always had an air of effortlessness, and the appeal has never worn off for me. Now that I’m seeing looks like this one more online and IRL, I can’t help but be influenced. Simple graphic tees, slightly baggy jeans, and bright red sneakers with a bomber jacket and a cool baseball cap will not be cool girl-coded. I, for one, will be sporting an outfit just like this head-to-toe. This might have to be my spring uniform until it gets too hot for a jacket. Even then, it’ll still be the perfect look with a baseball cap.

a woman wearing a brown leather bomber jacket, white t-shirt, blue jeans, and red sneakers

Lightweight Trench Coat Jacket Outfit

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It’s officially lightweight trench coat season, and if there’s one look, in particular, that I’ve seen IRL the most, it’s this one below. All the It girls are styling their baseball hats with a trench coat, a pair of jeans, chic flats, and a leather shoulder bag, to the T. It’s such an effortlessly chic look to put together, and not to mention so easy to put together, as well. Since I’ve been breaking out my trench coat, I’ve worn variations of this outfit myself, including the chic baseball cap. If you’re an NYC girl like me and want a quick day-to-night look without stopping home, sneak a pair of pointed-toe heels into your shoulder bag if it’s deep enough.

a woman wearing a baseball cap, trench coat, black t-shirt, straight-leg jeans, and black flats

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Lace Camisole Outfit

Lace camisoles with baseball caps is my new favorite outfit combination. It’s such a summery look. So cool, so effortless, and so easy to put together. Styling these pieces with baggy jeans is the way to go. This look is proof. To look even cooler, wear a pair of silver shoes, then complete the look with a green hued baseball cap. I’ve seen variations of this outfit on Instagram and even IRL when Fool’s Spring tricked me and all my neighbors that the weather was finally warming up. Now that it actually is, I’ll be wearing my own version of this look. See my selections to recreate this cool girl ensemble.

a woman wearing a green baseball cap, white lace camisole, blue jeans, and silver sneakers

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Layered Shirt Outfit

One thing I’ve been enjoying now that the sun is back out is light layering. I love how fashion people have styled button-downs with tank tops layered over them, like this look below. I’d start similarly to this outfit with a white button-down and tank to layer with a pair of wide leg jeans in the same color family. Then juxtapose a bit with a slouchy brown suede bag and complete the outfit with a baseball cap in a color similar to the jeans. This slightly momochrome look has been living in my head rent-free. Adding a baseball cap just highlights that even thought there was thoughtfulness in the layering, it’s still an effortlessly cool outfit. I love that each piece is probably something in everyone’s closet already, but if they aren’t, shop through some of my selections to recreate this outfit.

a woman wearing a baseball cap, a button-down, a tank top layered over it, white pants, and black boots

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Matching Set Outfit

Every now and then even a matching set outfit needs that one item to pull it all together; that item is, in fact, a baseball hat. It’s the perfect piece to juxtapose a delicate and dainty outfit. Looks like that are reliant of accessories so you don’t have to think about the rest. For example, this outfit features a cute matching set, a pair of simple flip flops, and a brown leather East West bag. Without the baseball hat, I can confidently say it wouldn’t be an It girl outfit. Adding a baseball hat to a look like this just adds so much character and a little something to make it more interesting. This look is perfect for a park hang with friends, a brunch date, or a party during the day. Switch the flip flops for flats or strappy sandals if you want to dress it up for a day-to-night moment.