Since 1991 PICKAPOOH specializes on the design and hand-production of ecologically sound, trendy, and high-quality hats and other accessories that kids and adults love to wear for their perfect fit.

In 1998 we switched our production fully to using organic materials exclusively. We live up to strict ecological criteria and social responsibility to the full benefit of people, animals, plants, and our environment.

We solely produce „MADE IN GERMANY“, respecting internationally accepted social standards and only working with fix-contracted employees. Without a team that enjoys working together in creating great products, PICKAPOOH would be unthinkable! Our small family-style company ticks like a clock and each individual is indispensable for our „to-order “ production. With personal drive, everyone every day helps make our hats and accessories something really special.

We work exclusively with merino wool from ecologically raised livestock ((kontrolliert biologische Tierhaltung (kbT)). Respect and appreciation for humans and animals alike are the guiding principles of the ecological upbringing of animals. The sheep live species appropriately, healthy, and stress-free! The range lands fulfill all climatic and ecological requirements. No pesticides are used on the land and the animals. The animals can breed naturally, don’t get their tails cut, and can keep their horns. In short, fine wool from happy animals.

The fabric mix of merino wool and silk is ideal for our hats and scarves, as this material regulates temperature and humidity very well and thus supports a healthy skin climate. Our hats made from this mix of 70% organic merino wool (kbT) and 30% silk are comfortable and enjoyable to wear.

And we also use solely organic cotton (kontrolliert biologischer Anbau (kbA)). Organic cotton farming does not use any chemically synthesized fertilizers and pesticides. Genetically modified seeds are forbidden. It is the chosen abdication of potentially negative influences on humans, health and the environment. We do support fair trade and do business respecting human dignity.

Since 2004 we offer a collection with natural UV protection. Since the summer of 2011, we offer four different grades of UV protection (UV Protect 30, 40, 60, and 80) – all certified according to the UV-STANDARD 801. This standard tests everyday-use conditions and is recommended by “Stiftung Warentest”. This strict standard exceeds the widely used Australian-New Zealand standard that only tests new and dry textiles. A material getting a UPF of 40 according to the Australian-New Zealand Standard falls back to a UPF of 5 when tested according to the UV-STANDARD 801.

We currently offer 15 certified organic cotton fabrics (kbA) in a range of classic colors: flame, caribbean sea, marine, rot, dahlia, mystical, turbulence, slate green (UV 80), jeans, azalea, golden yellow, green tea (UV 60), cayenne, rosé (UV 40), and taupe (UV 30)– all free of chemical additions. All items made from these materials protect reliably from dangerous UV radiation – from 2 hours up to a whole day! For babies, we offer a sunroof for buggies and prams – the PICKAPOOH “CertiFlyer”.

You can identify our special UV protection textiles by the „UV Protect“- label of the UV-STANDARD 801. Further information can be found here: www.uvstandard801.de.

PICKAPOOH produces everything solely in Germany. We follow internationally accepted labor standards and employ only full-time employees. With our team, we solely produce “to order” and mostly deliver summer and winter items all year. For some styles, our size range covers 16 steps: from 34 up to 64 centimeter in head circumference. This set of sizes covers the whole age range from new-borns, through toddlers, kindergarten, and school kids to grown ups.

Generally, our delivery time for ad-hoc orders is 2 to 4 weeks, it may take a bit longer during high season. Pre-order customers can choose their "delivery calendar week" and will be served with priority.

We will be happy to assist you in selecting your choice of our products.

As a small family company based in Hamburg, PICKAPOOH works fast and attentive. Suggestions for improvements, wishes and ideas are warmly welcome. Just let us know.

For more information about our collections click here. 

PICKAPOOH is a registered trademark at the German Patent and Trademark Office.

PICKAPOOH is a member of the  (International Association of the Natural Textile Industry).