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Tax The Poor Cap

4.9 (142 reviews)

$39.00

A classic cap with a direct message. Structured shape, adjustable fit, and text that does the work on its own.

Product features
- Soft, unstructured 100% cotton body for a relaxed, low-profile fit
- Precurved Permacurv® visor with matching underbill and 4-row stitching
- Antique-brass adjustable self-fabric hideaway strap for a custom fit
- 6-panel construction with eyelets and sewn-in label for classic detailing
- Crisp embroidered front slogan; brand sticker on the visor

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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Easy Returns

30-day return policy

Customer Reviews

4.9

Based on 142 reviews

89%

Mike D.Verified

Austin, TX

Jan 20, 2026

The reactions are PRICELESS

Wore this to a coffee shop and watched three people do a double-take. One guy laughed so hard he almost spit out his latte. The hat itself is super comfortable and well-made, but the entertainment value alone is worth the price. 10/10 would trigger again.

Brandon K.Verified

Nashville, TN

Jan 15, 2026

My friends can't stop laughing

Bought this as a joke but it's actually become my go-to hat. The fit is perfect, doesn't feel cheap at all. Wore it to a BBQ and it was the talk of the party. Some people were genuinely confused which made it even funnier. Already ordered another one for my brother.

Jason B.Verified

Phoenix, AZ

Dec 20, 2025

My bartender gave me a free drink

Wore this to my local bar and the bartender literally gave me a beer on the house because he thought it was so funny. We ended up talking about economic policy for an hour. Best $30 I've ever spent. The hat is comfortable, looks good, and apparently gets you free drinks.

Nicole P.Verified

Charlotte, NC

Dec 1, 2025

The comments I get are everything

People will literally cross the street to comment on this hat. Most common reaction: 'Wait... what?' followed by laughter when they get it. Had one guy shake my hand and say 'respect' before walking away. Hat fits great, hasn't faded in the wash, embroidery is holding up perfectly.

Jessica R.Verified

Portland, OR

Jan 18, 2026

Best conversation starter I own

I've never had so many strangers talk to me. Some people get the joke immediately and crack up, others need a second to process it. Had a 20-minute conversation with someone at the grocery store about satire. Also the quality is legit - this isn't some cheap novelty hat, the stitching is solid.

Sarah L.Verified

Brooklyn, NY

Jan 12, 2026

Peak irony, peak quality

This hat is brilliant. I work in finance and wore it to happy hour - my coworkers lost it. The embroidery is clean, the cap fits great, and it's surprisingly comfortable for all-day wear. Some random person on the subway gave me a death stare which honestly just made my day.

Derek M.Verified

Chicago, IL

Jan 10, 2026

Great hat, prepare for attention

Fair warning: you WILL get looks wearing this. Most people think it's hilarious once they get the satire. Had one person at the gym who didn't get the joke and tried to lecture me - that was awkward but also kind of funny in hindsight. Hat quality is solid, fits well.

Amanda T.Verified

Denver, CO

Jan 8, 2026

Absolutely hilarious

My husband wore this to Thanksgiving dinner and my uncle almost choked on his turkey. Worth every penny just for that moment. The hat is actually really well made too - good material, adjustable strap, nice embroidery. It's become his favorite hat now.

Chris P.Verified

Los Angeles, CA

Jan 5, 2026

Social experiment in hat form

I've learned so much about people wearing this hat. You can immediately tell who has a sense of humor and who takes everything at face value. The cognitive dissonance on some faces is chef's kiss. Also it's genuinely a nice cap - wore it hiking and it held up great.

Emily W.Verified

Seattle, WA

Jan 3, 2026

The gift that keeps on giving

Got this for my dad who has a very dry sense of humor. He's worn it to three different golf outings and comes home with new stories every time. One guy apparently ranted at him for 5 minutes before realizing it was satire. Quality is excellent - dad says it's his most comfortable cap.

Tyler H.Verified

Miami, FL

Dec 28, 2025

Funny but not for the faint of heart

Love the hat, love the message, love the quality. Only giving 4 stars because be prepared - not everyone gets satire. Had a woman at Target go OFF on me before I could even explain it's a joke. If you can handle confrontation, this hat is gold. If not, maybe wear it to friendlier venues first.

Rachel N.Verified

San Francisco, CA

Dec 25, 2025

Wore it to a tech conference

The irony of wearing this in SF was not lost on anyone. Got so many knowing smiles and laughs. A few VCs came up to take photos with me (hopefully they got the joke). Hat construction is premium - you can tell this isn't dropshipped garbage. Fits perfectly and looks great.

Katie M.Verified

Boston, MA

Dec 18, 2025

Quality is surprisingly good

Bought this expecting a cheap gag gift but was pleasantly surprised by the quality. The embroidery is clean, the fabric is thick, and it fits my head perfectly. Wore it to a holiday party and it was a huge hit. Taking off one star only because shipping took a bit longer than expected.

Marcus T.Verified

Atlanta, GA

Dec 15, 2025

Instant icebreaker at parties

Wore this to a house party and within 10 minutes I was the center of attention. Half the room was cracking up, the other half was confused until someone explained the satire. Made like 5 new friends that night. Oh and the hat is genuinely comfortable - I forget I'm wearing it sometimes.

Stephanie G.Verified

San Diego, CA

Dec 12, 2025

My Uber driver asked to take a photo

No joke, my Uber driver saw the hat in the rearview mirror and started laughing so hard he had to pull over. Asked if he could take a photo to show his friends. Gave him a 5-star rating and he gave me one back. The hat itself is really well made - sturdy construction, clean embroidery.

Andrew J.Verified

Minneapolis, MN

Dec 10, 2025

Perfect for people watching

I wear this hat just to see how people react. It's like a litmus test for sense of humor. Most people smile or laugh once they read it and process for a second. A few people have given me dirty looks which is honestly the funniest part. Quality is top notch for a novelty item.

Linda C.Verified

Houston, TX

Dec 8, 2025

Bought it for my husband - he won't take it off

Got this as a gag gift for my husband's birthday. He literally wears it everywhere now. To the grocery store, to pick up the kids, to his company's casual Friday. His coworkers either love it or are completely baffled. The quality is way better than expected for the price.

Ryan F.Verified

Detroit, MI

Dec 5, 2025

Hilarious but pick your audience

This hat is objectively funny but I learned to be selective about where I wear it. Wore it to a family reunion and my aunt wouldn't talk to me for 2 hours until my cousin explained the joke to her. At bars and with friends though? Absolute gold. Great quality hat overall.

Greg S.Verified

Columbus, OH

Nov 28, 2025

Worth it for the airport reactions alone

Wore this through TSA and I've never seen so many people trying not to laugh at work. The agent checking my ID literally bit his lip to keep a straight face. On the plane, the flight attendant winked at me and said 'nice hat.' Fits comfortably for long travel days too.

Diana M.Verified

Tampa, FL

Nov 25, 2025

Ordered 3 more for Christmas gifts

First one I bought for myself. The reactions were so good I immediately ordered three more for family members with the same sense of humor. Everyone loved them. The quality is consistent across all of them - no loose threads, clean embroidery, comfortable fit.

Steve K.Verified

Raleigh, NC

Nov 22, 2025

Triggered a stranger at Whole Foods

Some guy started lecturing me in the produce section about 'what's wrong with this country.' I just stood there nodding until he ran out of steam, then pointed out it was satire. His face when he realized... priceless. Hat is comfy, fits my big head, and apparently makes grocery shopping more entertaining.

Michelle H.Verified

Pittsburgh, PA

Nov 20, 2025

Hilarious hat, wish it came in more colors

The hat is absolutely hilarious and exactly what I expected joke-wise. Only giving 4 stars because I wish they had more color options - I'd love a black version too. The quality is great and I've gotten tons of laughs wearing it. Comfortable enough to wear all day.

Patrick L.Verified

Indianapolis, IN

Nov 18, 2025

My coworkers can't handle it

Wore this to a work happy hour and my boss nearly choked on his drink laughing. Half my team didn't get it at first which made it even funnier. Someone from HR asked me to explain and when I did she just slowly nodded and walked away. 10/10 would recommend for office chaos.

Jennifer A.Verified

Salt Lake City, UT

Nov 15, 2025

Perfect satirical gift

Bought this for my brother who loves ironic humor. He called me laughing 10 minutes after opening it. He's already worn it to three family events and it starts conversations every single time. Great quality too - he says it's one of his best-fitting caps.

Price

$39.00