Varieties of Thrum Caps

Cone

Most common version, usually seen on sailors, fishermen, and soldiers.

Skullcap

The smallest, cheapest version, almost always blue. Found on dockworkers, laborers, and drunks.

Brimmed

Brimmed thrum caps are primarily seen on middle class women and usually red or black.

Round

Round thrum caps show up on market vendors and ice skaters.

Beret

The flatter version of thrum cap, relatively rare.  Seen only at parties.

Fez

Short-thrummed caps, less weather-proof but more fashionable and practical.

Bruegel

A brimmed cone, seen in several Bruegel paintings.