Our headwear range has grown to cater to more people, industries and decoration needs than ever before. From classic fits to performance styles, each franchise brings something unique, in profile, material, and purpose.
We teamed up with some of the in Australia to show you what’s possible when it comes to decorating headwear. Read the blog to learn which shapes suit your audience best and the techniques that help each style stand out.
Surf Franchise
Mid Profile | Light Weight | 45+ Colours
Suitable for embroidery, patchwork and DTF.
What has quickly become one of the most popular headwear franchises in the AS Colour collection, it has also become one of the favourites amongst the AS Colour team. Not only has it become a favourite in the street, surf, and outdoor industries, but it is quickly becoming the ‘go-to’ option in the workwear industry. The Surf cap is comprised of 100% recycled nylon, which allows for an extremely strong and durable item that can withstand the abuse and rigours of the workwear industry. It can be stood on, sat on, covered in mud, dirt, and grime, and then thrown in the wash to come out as good as new. Currently boasting a colour offering of 48 colours (and growing), it is also available in three other variations within the franchise: the Surf Rope Cap, Surf Cotton Cap, and the workwear-specific Surf Safety cap, which is currently available in Safety orange and Safety yellow.
Decoration by Zois Embroidery
📍Sydney, Australia
zois.com.au | @zois_bespoke
Mid Profile | Mid Weight | 10 Colours
Suitable for embroidery, patchwork and DTF.
The appropriately named Icon franchise is quickly becoming iconic in the headwear landscape. Due to its classic fit and pre-curved peak, it has become a staple option and all-rounder in anyone’s cupboard. The Icon franchise boasts four different variations, including the Icon flex cap and Icon trucker. Building on the robust nature and colourfastness of the nylon fabrication, we have added it in a nylon variation as well. Also available for kids, it has allowed the Icon cap to become a strong option in the uniform industry, catering to sports clubs, schools, dance clubs, and cheerleading clubs. The Icon has also become a stalwart for breweries, cafes, and hospitality, as well as the music merch industry.
Decoration by Edition Studio
📍Melbourne, Australia
editionstudio.com.au | @editionstudio.au
Mid Profile | Mid Weight | 10 Colours
Suitable for embroidery, patchwork and DTF.
Currently the #1 style in the AS Colour collection, the Access cap is a low-profile option, finished off with a brass adjustable clasp to give it a clean and elevated finish. The Access cap is the leading option in the music merch industry and is quickly becoming the #1 option in almost all others. Currently available in seven different variations, including a five-panel option for easier decoration. A faded option is also available, riding on the success of our faded garments within our range to create a perfect match-back option. A canvas cap that incorporates the heavy-duty duck canvas of our workwear range to provide an option that can withstand the wear and tear and abuse of any tradie. The Access active cap not only differs in fabrication with a nylon elastane blend but also has a Velcro strap to make it perfect for any gym, fitness, surf, outdoor application.
Decoration by Short Batch Co.
📍Perth, Australia
shortbatch.com.au | @shortbatchco
High Profile | Mid Weight | 15+ Colours
1160, 1165, 1161 are suitable for embroidery, patchwork, DTF and screenprinting.
1162 - DTF, embroidery and patchwork.
The Frame cap is not only one of our newest franchises within the AS Colour collection, but it is fast becoming the go-to option for industries ranging from merch in the music industry to surf, street and skate wear. The recent addition of the two-tone variation has seen it become the #1 option for sports clubs and teams, where the addition of the Frame Foam Trucker has seen a meteoric rise in the motorsports racing arena. The Frame is more of a traditional American-style baseball fit that not only stands the test of time but also withstands wear and tear through various fabrications. The absence of a front seam makes the Frame franchise one of the best for decoration and embellishments when branding. Available in the regular cotton option, two-tone, nylon and foam trucker, the Frame cap is sure to be able to cater to the masses in some form.
Decoration by Thread Traders
📍Melbourne, Australia
threadtraders.com.au | @thread_traders
Mid Profile | Light Weight | 20+ Colours
Class Cord options are suitable for embroidery & patchwork.
1154, 1153 - Embroidery, patchwork, DTF, screenprinting and vinyl.
The Class cap burst onto the scene as one of the industry's best mid-profile options with multiple points of difference across the franchise. The class cord was not only a new fabrication for AS Colour in headwear, but heavily appealed to the streetwear and fashion labels and on the other side of the spectrum, has become the go-to option in the café and American-style deli sandwich/sub scene. As a response to the success of this cap, AS Colour has recently introduced the Class Cord two-tone cap as the perfect hybrid of the Cord, Two-tone and the Class Five Panel.
Decoration by Fresh Printshop.
📍Sydney, Australia
freshtees.com.au | @fresh.syd
High Profile | Mid Weight | 15+ Colours
Suitable for embroidery, patchwork and DTF.
Currently, our longest-standing cap is in the AS Colour collection. Tried and true, the Stock cap has stood the test of time as a timeless piece in the streetwear industry as well as any action sport involving fuel. From motorcycles and racecars to gym floors and retail stores, the Stock cap is a testament to the AS Colour ethos that we produce items that are here for a long time.
Decoration by Halo Print Co.
📍Sydney, Australia
haloprintco.com | @haloprintco
Finn Franchise
Low Profile | Light Weight | 10+ Colours
Suitable for embroidery, patchwork, DTF.
The Finn is one of those standout styles in a complete league of its own. Unique in design and unique in its variations, the Finn has become the best and in some cases, the safest option for headwear. The panelling design of the Finn cap allows for easy decoration across the front with the absence of a middle seam. The Active Finn cap and Fin Nylon Cap feature a soft neo peak, which makes it the go-to option for sports, fitness, cycling and any other sports where there is a chance of head collision. The soft peak is specifically designed to minimise head clash injuries. The Finn nylon is currently the go-to favourite in any water sport, whether it is yachting and boating, kayaking, rowing clubs, or everything in between. The Finn Nylon caps can handle the harshness of saltwater and can be washed to look good-as-new.
Decoration by Brandit Promotions
📍Coolum Beach, QLD, Australia
branditpromotions.com.au | @brandit_promotions