Japanese Boro Cap by Makshy

The Boro Cap

£125

This cap, featuring the Hiragana motif "MA" (ま), pays homage to the intricate artistry of Japanese boro. Central to Japanese culture, "MA" emphasises the power of negative space in creating beauty and harmony — mirroring the essence of this textile art.

Embracing the Japanese philosophy of boro, this cap brings centuries of textile artistry to modern life. Its patched and stitched fabric offers timeless beauty, paired with a flexible visor that can be styled to your preference for a truly unique look.

For a personal touch, you can add a custom initial motif, artfully stitched to complement the boro design. Tailored adjustable sizing ensures comfort through every wear.

The Finer Details:
Crafted to order in London · Made from layered cotton in boro style · Eight-panel construction for a naturally contoured fit · Shapeable & rollable visor · Velcro-backed custom initial patch · Metal eyelets & squatchee · Full coverage back with a hook-based adjuster

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Behind the Making

From sourcing the textiles to hand-cutting each panel and stitching them together, this is a glimpse into the artistry behind every Boro cap — where heritage fabrics and modern design meet in a single piece. Each cap carries its own character, shaped by the individuality of the fabrics, making every one truly one of a kind.

A close-up of a textural, handcrafted fabric from Makshy Millinery, featuring a patchwork of blue and white textiles in various patterns like paisley, shibori, and stripes. The piece is detailed with frayed edges and visible sashiko-style quilting.
A collection of handcrafted panels for a Makshy Boro cap, arranged in a circle on a green cutting mat. The patchwork panels are made of indigo and white fabrics, with a central black patch featuring the Japanese hiragana character 'ma'.
The hands-on crafting process at Makshy Millinery. A milliner's hand guides a piece of blue and white Boro-style patchwork fabric as a sewing machine stitches on a white letter 'D' appliqué.
The precision craftsmanship of Makshy Millinery. A milliner uses a vintage-style hat sizing tool to measure the interior of a quilted, Boro-style patchwork cap, ensuring a perfect fit.
A BORO patchwork baseball cap in quilted blue and white cap and shirt lying on orange-brown foliage.
A handcrafted BORO patchwork baseball cap resting on orange pine needles.
A Boro baseball cap with a label reading 'Makshy' displayed on a black stand, in an art gallery with various globes in the background.