An essential part of the men’s wardrobe, the beret accompanies men through every season with elegance and character. From the authentic Basque beret, a symbol of French art de vivre, to more contemporary designs, our berets for men are available in French merino wool, lightweight summer cotton or leather. Every piece is made in our workshops in Oloron-Sainte-Marie, in Béarn. Understated or colourful, choose a timeless black beret or opt for red, blue, ecru or even orange for a bolder touch. Every piece reflects a savoir-faire passed down since 1840 and is designed to last. Merino wool carries the beret through autumn and winter, while cotton takes over in spring and summer. The material follows the season; the style never changes.
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Traditionally, men wear the beret in a more understated way.
It sits straight or tilted slightly towards the back, with the edge
following the line of the forehead and no pronounced angle.
This is how it has always been worn in South-West France.
That is not a rule. Tilted clearly to one side, it takes on the
sharper character of a
military beret.
It is a matter of personal taste, not convention.
Only one thing remains constant: the edge creates the balance.
Too low and it closes the eyes; too high and the beret appears
to float. The right position is the one in which it stays in place
without you having to think about it.
Which men’s beret should you choose from the collection?
Our men’s wardrobe is built around three main families:
The
Basque beret,
the most classic design: a flat crown, round shape and felted wool,
defined by its line alone. It is the beret of South-West France
and also the most understated.
The
military beret:
the same wool, but with a leather headband and a pronounced tilted
position inherited from the uniform. A sharper look for those
ready to embrace it.
Our
fashion berets,
with more distinctive volumes and finishes, for when the beret
moves beyond being an accessory and becomes the piece that
draws the eye.
How often you plan to wear it also matters. An everyday beret
benefits from remaining understated and being made from a dense
material that retains its shape season after season. A design
chosen to create a particular look can carry a stronger colour:
it comes out when you decide to wear it.
The best beret for a man is therefore not simply a question of
design, but of frequency. The one you will wear most is the one
you will forget you are wearing most quickly.
Is the beret reserved for a particular generation?
This is the question we hear most often, and the answer is no.
For a long time, the beret was associated with one generation
because it was the last to wear it every day. That has not been
the case for many years. The beret returned through fashion,
artists and urban culture, and today it can be worn at twenty
just as naturally as at seventy.
What changes is the look. A black beret worn straight with a
structured coat has little in common with a colourful design
set towards the back over a thick jumper. The same piece,
two entirely different interpretations.
What should men wear with a beret?
A beret works particularly well with substantial fabrics.
A wool coat, a tweed or checked jacket, raw denim: it holds
its place without trying too hard. Paired with a grey roll-neck
or a white shirt, it is enough to give structure to an
understated look.
When it comes to colour, black or brown blends naturally into
a winter wardrobe, while ecru or light blue brings a lighter
feel to a transitional outfit. That is almost the only rule:
the beret should look as though it has always belonged there.
There is no occasion reserved for wearing one. A beret works
at the office beneath a coat, at the weekend with a jumper
or while travelling, as it can be folded and slipped into a pocket
without losing its shape. This is its advantage over a brimmed hat:
it takes up only the space you allow it, and no more.
Beret or cap: which should you choose?
Both come from the same workshop and begin with the same material.
Our caps are shaped like our berets, from a single piece without
assembly seams, giving them the same suppleness and comfort.
Neither feels tight nor leaves a mark.
The difference lies in the line. A beret covers the head while
leaving the face completely unobstructed. A
flat cap
adds a peak and a horizontal line that gives greater structure
to the face. A
newsboy cap
introduces more volume and a stronger character.
The choice is therefore about style rather than function.
Many men own both and alternate between them according to their
outfit and mood. Explore all our
French-made caps for men.
Which beret size should a man choose?
There are two possibilities, depending on the design.
Some berets are available in several sizes, in which case your
head circumference is essential. Measure it and refer to our
size guide.
Other designs come in one size and adapt to the head circumference.
Each product page specifies the suitable head circumference range,
material and price. This is where the final choice is made.
