Vintage DAKS London Tweed Check Hat 1970s Wool Trilby Countrywear S.Simpson 1976

Add a touch of classic British heritage style to your wardrobe with this authentic vintage DAKS London tweed hat, manufactured in 1976 by the historic Simpsons of Piccadilly factory (labelled internally as S. Simpson PLC). 

The exterior features a beautiful multi-tone wool tweed check in beige, black, brown and rust — a distinctive pattern strongly associated with DAKS’ heritage country wear designs. The hat has a soft trilby/bucket hybrid shape, with a structured crown and a gently turned brim, typical of the late 1970s style of British menswear and unisex fashion.

Inside, the hat is fully lined with a rich quilted satin lining in a golden tone, providing warmth, comfort and a premium vintage finish. The interior carries two labels:

• The vertical woven DAKS label (late 60s–70s era)

• The manufacturer’s label: S. Simpson PLC 1976, confirming it was produced under the DAKS/Simpsons umbrella at the time

Together, these elements verify this hat as a genuine vintage DAKS piece with complete period-correct construction and branding.

A superb piece for collectors of British fashion, DAKS enthusiasts, vintage lovers, or anyone wanting to add a refined heritage accessory to their wardrobe.

• Brand: DAKS London

• Manufacturer: S. Simpson PLC (Simpsons of Piccadilly), 1976

• Era: Late 1970s

• Material: Wool tweed (outer)

• Lining: Quilted satin

• Colour: Beige / Brown / Black / Rust

• Pattern: Heritage check / Tartan

• Style: Trilby / Bucket hybrid

• Size: One Size

• Country of Manufacture: United Kingdom

• Brim: Soft turned edge

• Accents: Quilted lining, structured crown, classic check cloth