Project: Stained – Dual Drop (Core + Cord)

Overview:

Two styles, one message. Created for the Stained brand, this dual-drop includes a clean structured snapback and a washed corduroy dad hat — both designed to reflect the real, raw, and often messy realities of modern motherhood and identity.

Details – Style 1: “Core Classic”

• Type: Structured snapback

• Material: Cotton twill crown with green bill

• Colorway: Cream/green

• Decoration:

  • Front: “STAINED” embroidery + “est. 2020”

  • Side: “just a mom.” embroidered in lowercase serif

• Logo Placement: Center front + side statement

Details – Style 2: “Washed Cord”

• Type: Dad hat

• Material: Light blue corduroy

• Colorway: Blue-on-blue

• Decoration:

  • Front: “just a mom.” in white embroidery

• Logo Placement: Simple center-justified

Inspiration & Design Notes:

This project was about contrast — polished and imperfect, proud and understated. The Core hat speaks loudly with a nod to vintage collegiate wear, while the Cord hat leans soft, lived-in, and quietly confident. Both are rooted in truth and identity.

Who It Was For:

Created for Stained, a brand born out of motherhood and made for anyone navigating the chaos with grace. These were made as part of a limited capsule drop for early community members, friends, and founders.

Outcome:

• Units Made: 100 (Core), 100 (Cord)

• Distribution: Direct-to-community release via DMs, events, and Shopify

• Result: Instant sellout of corduroy version. Core style is now part of the permanent rotation with seasonal restocks.