Greek fisherman's cap

John Lennon (front left), with Paul McCartney, holding a "John Lennon Hat"

A Greek fisherman's cap is a soft, flat-topped cap with a small visor, usually made from wool felt. It is distinguished from similar caps, such as the Breton cap and Maciejówka, by its embroidered visor and braided cord. It is often associated with seamanship and marine settings. It has become popular amongst the public in general, rather than staying isolated as an occupational hat. One example of it being put in prominence of popular culture was when it was worn by John Lennon. John Lennon hat (or cap) is the informal name that was used in the mid-1960s to denote this style of cap.

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