Bradlees Embroidered Dad Cap Hat
One size / Black
$29.99
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Celebrate a familiar name in Northeastern shopping with this Bradlees Embroidered Dad Cap Hat. Bradlees grew from a single 1958 store in New London, Connecticut, into a regional discount chain with more than 100 locations by liquidation. Its path included years under Stop & Shop, a period of independent ownership, and a final store closing in 2001. For former shoppers, Mrs. B fans, and collectors drawn to the stories behind changing retail landscapes, this cap offers an everyday way to remember Bradlees and its place in the region.
Bradlees Department Store, commonly called Bradlees, was a discount department store chain based in Braintree, Massachusetts, and operating mainly in the Northeastern United States. Its name came from Bradley International Airport in Connecticut, where the founders held early planning meetings. The first store opened in New London, Connecticut, on March 14, 1958. Grocery chain Stop & Shop acquired Bradlees in 1961 and owned it until 1992. Some shopping plazas paired the two chains, including shared-roof stores that let customers move between them. After Stop & Shop sold Bradlees to an investment group in 1992, the chain operated independently. Bradlees filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in June 1995, closed some stores, and emerged in February 1999. It also acquired several former Caldor locations after that competitor closed. On December 26, 2000, Bradlees announced a Chapter 7 filing and liquidation. Its final store closed on March 15, 2001. At liquidation, the company had 105 stores in seven states and 10,000 employees. Former locations later housed a range of other retailers.
Celebrate a familiar name in Northeastern shopping with this Bradlees Embroidered Dad Cap Hat. Bradlees grew from a single 1958 store in New London, Connecticut, into a regional discount chain with more than 100 locations by liquidation. Its path included years under Stop & Shop, a period of independent ownership, and a final store closing in 2001. For former shoppers, Mrs. B fans, and collectors drawn to the stories behind changing retail landscapes, this cap offers an everyday way to remember Bradlees and its place in the region.
Bradlees Department Store, commonly called Bradlees, was a discount department store chain based in Braintree, Massachusetts, and operating mainly in the Northeastern United States. Its name came from Bradley International Airport in Connecticut, where the founders held early planning meetings. The first store opened in New London, Connecticut, on March 14, 1958. Grocery chain Stop & Shop acquired Bradlees in 1961 and owned it until 1992. Some shopping plazas paired the two chains, including shared-roof stores that let customers move between them. After Stop & Shop sold Bradlees to an investment group in 1992, the chain operated independently. Bradlees filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in June 1995, closed some stores, and emerged in February 1999. It also acquired several former Caldor locations after that competitor closed. On December 26, 2000, Bradlees announced a Chapter 7 filing and liquidation. Its final store closed on March 15, 2001. At liquidation, the company had 105 stores in seven states and 10,000 employees. Former locations later housed a range of other retailers.
Product features
- Unstructured 6-panel body for a relaxed, low-profile fit
- Permacurv® precurved visor with 4-row stitching and color-matched underbill
- Self-fabric hideaway strap with antique brass buckle and grommet for adjustable fit
- 100% cotton construction (Green Camo variant 65% polyester / 35% cotton)
- Sewn-in label and brand sticker on visor; adult sizing (not for ages 0–3)
Care instructions
- Use warm water and dish soap and clean spots off your hat. It's not necessary to soak the whole item. For hard to clean spots use a soft bristled brush.
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Product information: Yupoong 6245CM, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Warnings, Hazard: For adults. For adults. Not for use by ages 0-3
Care instructions: Use warm water and dish soap and clean spots off your hat. It's not necessary to soak the whole item. For hard to clean spots use a soft bristled brush.