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Baseball Caps We Love For 2023

Janji AFO Hyperlight Cap ($38)

This baseball cap is made from extremely flexible materials, so it can be compacted and scrunched down to fit into your bag to emerge when you meet an on-the-go hair emergency. Beyond that, its vibrant color palette brings attention to just about any neutral-forward 'fit.

REI Co-op On The Trail Cap ($27)

If you lean towards the granola girl aesthetic, basically any baseball cap from REI is your bestie. This design flaunts a shorter brim for some flair, and moisture-wicking fabric to keep things cool at all times.

Alo Off-Duty Cap ($40, was $58)

Alo truly made this baseball cap for the girlies. Available in four different black & white variations, this basic hat keeps hair out of your face post-workout and still matches your fave workout outfits.

'You Are On Native Land' Hat ($35)

Sport this baseball cap that boasts a timeless statement intended to ignite constructive conversation about exploring Indigenous lands and communities, for the wearer and passersby alike. It's easy to wear with other shades, thanks to a limited color palette, and one size fits most.

GAP 100% Organic Cotton Washed Baseball Hat ($12, was $25)

This baseball cap style makes it easy peasy to get ready in the A.M. There are no designs or extra embellishments here – just a plain, solid hat to finish off your looks. The best part is you can snag this cap in 11 different colors, so you can rotate through a colorful collection, instead of donning the same one over and over again.

Old Navy Canvas Baseball Cap ($17)

This cap's lighter color palette will reflect the heat of the sun to cool you off this summer. The blue and white is very much giving coastal grandmother, in the best way possible. This hat is also up for grabs in a handful of colors for the ultimate mixing and matchingexperience.

SONMONY Smiley Face Trucker Hat ($17)

This baseball cap emits the best reminder – to keep similing. It'll be your go-to pick for outdoor picnics and hikes!

Parks Project Baseball Hat ($36)

Support our country's National Parks with each purchase from Parks Project! This baseball hat design honors different parks, so you can elevate your favorite places.

47 Brand Forest Green NY Yankees Strapback Dad Hat ($30)

The New York Yankees baseball cap has become the epitome of streetwear accessories. Each hat features flawless construction, from the breathable eyelets to the '47 logo tag. This pick is casual, yet cute.

Overseasoned Root for Women Baseball Hat ($30)

Love women? This baseball cap is for you. Love gardening even more? Then you've gotta get your hands on this pro-feminist "root for women" hat.

Altar'd State Smiley Baseball Cap ($30)

Pull up to any outdoor activity this season, pretty in pink. This pastel baseball cap also hails a peaceful smiley to uplift your mood.

Carhartt Canvas Script Graphic Cap ($26)

Dressing up with logos is always a good way to go in the hat realm. This baseball cap from Carhartt is recognizable without being too tacky, plus you can shop it in 13 different colors!

Cowboy Baseball Hat ($38)

This baseball cap gives cowboy hats a new meaning! Recalling farmer and trucker hats, this headwear can be worn with just about anything to keep the sun off your gorgeous, glowing face.

LANGZHEN Baseball Cap ($12)

The color blocked design on this hat allows for a bolder look, plus the weathered fabric makes everything look well-loved and worn-in!

Crossroads Mixed Plaid Baseball Hat ($38)

This plaid design is perfect for any out of the ordinary choices. Mixing colors and patterns, it keeps your look visually interesting while being a practical pick.

Madewell Headband Visor ($20)

Stay cool with this retro-inspired visor made with breathable cotton.

Anthropologie Faithfull Floral Linen Bucket Hat ($79)

If a sunny, carefree afternoon became a bucket hat, it'd be this orange and pink beauty.

BestByAnny Wide Brim 5-Inch Sun Hat ($27)

This colorblock hat with a 5-inch brim is made with 100 percent cotton linen that offers UPF protection.

Anthropologie Pilcro Straw Rancher ($58)

A straightforward rancher hat gets a pretty twist from a bluish-gray and ivory ribbon.

H&M Cotton Canvas Sun Hat ($18)

This floppy hat has a wide sloped brim with a frayed edge that sits just so.

Madewell (Re)sourced Baseball Cap ($18)

If you plan a breaking a sweat, this adjustable baseball cap made with recycled post-consumer plastic will keep the sun out of your eyes.

Free People Island Hopper Speckled Straw Visor ($34)

This handwoven straw visor has a stretchy back, making it ideal for anyone struggling to find the perfect fit.

Zara Mixed Woven Hat ($46)

If a wide brim feels like too much, this sun-shielding hat reins it in while still offering protection.

Loeffler Randall Straw Hat With Tie Detail ($195)

This simple straw hat gets a pretty flourish from its floral-print tie strap.

Rag & Bone Cruise Summer Net Bucket Hat ($295)

Made of crocheted mesh, this low-key bucket hat is a stylish alternative to the ubiquitous straw hat.

Anthropologie Packable Rancher ($60)

The classic cowboy hat gets a summery twist when it comes in a sunny shade of terra cotta.

Free People Shady Character Packable Wide Brim Hat ($68)

Your friends won't lose you on the beach if you're wearing this floppy statement hat in citron.

Madewell Chunky Straw Panama Hat ($39)

This classic straw hat with a wide brim feels like quintessential summer.

Groundwork Embroidered Flower Hat ($24)

The washed-out marigold color of this baseball cap has the kind of late-summer vibes we love in August.

1. They're always being dismissive.

Have you ever been really excited or upset about something only to be met with a dismissive tone from someone you confided in? This person is displaying toxicity which "gradually undermines trust in relationships," according to English. Would you want to keep sharing things with a person if they're always downplaying your emotions? Probably not.

2. Controlling others seems like a sport to them.

English says another way to determine someone is toxic is pay attention to their controlling behavior. It can be something as simple as telling you what to wear or something greater such as forcibly limiting your contact with anyone they think isn't good for you.

3. They consistently makes excuses for their behavior.

Have you ever let a close friend know certain behavior bothers you only for them to make an excuse for why they keep doing them? Bennett says this counts as "avoiding responsibility for actions." Furthermore, "constantly" doing so or looking to "push the blame onto someone else veers into toxic territory," she adds.

Another way to look at this is if someone is always falling into a pattern of "victimizing themselves," according to Bennett.

4. They tend to be manipulative.

Manipulation is tricky because it's not always obvious until it's too late. It's kind of like not realizing you were bit by a mosquito until your skin becomes itchy and red. Bennett says this is toxic because there's a knowing that someone can "appeal to a certain person's characteristics or personality traits." This looks like saying or doing something "with the intention of getting a certain reaction," according to her.

Bennett says, "An example may be one partner in sobriety who consistently uses their poor mental health as a reason to not be proactive about finding a job. They do this because they know that the other partner is worried about their loved one relapsing so they use that fear against her."

5. They never miss an opportunity to gaslight people.

Calling this a "well-known example," English says gaslighting often occurs when someone denies the reality of another person." What would cause someone to do this? Well, a toxic behavior often doesn't want to take accountability for their actions so they'd rather "cause people to doubt their own perceptions," according to English.

6. They're always looking for reasons to criticize someone.

The catty behavior on The Real Housewives of New York may be entertaining for TV, but that kind of behavior gets old quickly in everyday life. No one wants to hear why "so and so thinks they're all that" even if it's disguised as humor. English says, "Regardless of their motivation," behaviors like this "can lead to stressful and emotionally distressing situations."

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Is it time to cut that toxic person out of my life?

We live in a society that started prioritizing ending relationships with people as soon as we spot red flags, but English and Bennett don't think this should be our immediate reaction. English says, "The decision to disengage with a toxic person in the relationship will depend on how harsh and serious the relationship is" because "it is often personal."

According to her, if you notice a consistent pattern where the behavior is "damaging your emotional health," it's okay to walk away from that person. Still, she believes "completely cutting [someone] off is often a last option when other approaches to changing the behavior have not worked." Bennett says something similar and notes how to approach different scenarios.

"If it someone you need to communicate with because of a job or family, there are things you can do to protect yourself," she says. She suggests reminding "yourself who you are dealing with" if the person is adept at gaslighting others because "it may be easy to become convinced that you are wrong or something did not happen the way you recall." A phrase she encourages you to tell yourself is, "I know that my experiences are my experiences no matter what."

If you're dealing with an aggressively toxic person, you'll have to "set and reinforce boundaries," Bennett says while English adds that "engaging in therapy to faciliate healthier relationships" may be a next step.

Here's how Bennett suggests navigating communication with someone like this:

• Set a boundary to end the conversation when you notice toxic behavior such as invalidation of your feelings.
• Receive support from another person so they can remind you of things you're trying to accomplish

If you're dealing with a friend or spouse, Bennett wants you to remember "you cannot change them" but you're in control of how you respond. English says, "It is important to analyze the whole situation and know when the cost of the relationship is greater than the benefits."