Object of the Day

Slick Rick's Derby Hat and Eyepatch

January 14

This blue derby stanton hat and eyepatch were worn by British-American rapper Slick Rick, who celebrates his birthday today.

Derby hat worn by Slick Rick

Description
Powder blue derby stanton hat worn by Slick Rick. The hat has a purble cloth ribbon around the side band, covering the original powder blue ribbon. The inside of the hat is unlined and has a black sweatband that covers the shoulder joint. Gold letters are printed on the sweatband that read "Capas Design." There is a logo centered in the interior tip of the hat that features a gold top hat, gloves and cane centered on a black background.
Data Source
National Museum of African American History and Culture
Distributed by
Capas Headwear, American, founded 1985
Subject of
Slick Rick, British American, born 1965
Date
2003 - 2004
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Ricky Walters, professionally known as Slick Rick
Medium
natural fiber, cloth
Dimensions
H x W x D: 5 1/2 × 11 × 12 in. (14 × 27.9 × 30.5 cm)
Type
derbies (hats)
hats