Imperial The Baniff Cuffed Beanie - Imperial 6017

Imperial 6017 The Baniff Cuffed Beanie with Recycled Jacquard Knit and Matching Pom-Pom

The Imperial The Baniff Cuffed Beanie (Imperial 6017) brings resort-grade knitwear to a decorator-friendly canvas. Its double layered knit carries a jacquard pattern through the body, a pom-pom that matches the cuff finishes the crown, and an Imperial laser etched suede patch sits on the back of the cuff as a built-in brand mark. The yarn itself is a 63/25/12 recycled polyester/polyester/nylon blend, which places the 6017 in the sustainable-materials wing of the Imperial headwear collection and gives program buyers browsing our wholesale hat selection a premium cold-weather option with a verified recycled content story.

Key Product Specifications

• Brand: Imperial
• Style Number: 6017
• Product Type: Cuffed knit beanie with pom-pom
• Material: 63/25/12 recycled polyester/polyester/nylon
• Construction: Double layered knit with jacquard pattern
• Dimensions: 8 inches tall with a 3 inch cuff
• Pom-Pom: Matches the cuff color
• Branding: Imperial laser etched suede patch on back of cuff
• Sustainability: Contains 63% recycled polyester

Specifications at a Glance

Quick Answer: Why Programs Pick the Baniff

Choose the Imperial 6017 Baniff cuffed beanie when a winter program needs texture and pattern rather than a plain knit. The jacquard body reads as bought-at-the-lodge merchandise instead of giveaway headwear, the double layered knit adds warmth without a separate lining, and the recycled-majority yarn satisfies sustainability language in corporate apparel guidelines. Teams that prefer a solid canvas for larger embroidery usually step over to the Mogul jersey-lined beanie and keep the same cuff proportions.

Construction and Materials

The 6017 is knit from a 63/25/12 blend of recycled polyester, standard polyester, and nylon. The recycled fiber carries the majority share at 63%, which is why Imperial classifies the style under its sustainable materials program. The knit is double layered, so the jacquard pattern shows crisply on the face while the inside presents a smooth second layer against the forehead. The 8 inch body folds into a 3 inch cuff, and the pom-pom is matched to the cuff color so the top and brim frame the patterned body as a coordinated set. On the back of the cuff, Imperial finishes the piece with its laser etched suede patch.

Fit and Wear

The 8 inch body with a 3 inch cuff is the classic cuffed-beanie proportion: enough length to cover the ears fully with the cuff folded, with a rounded crown gathered under the pom. The double layer traps warmth on lift lines, sidelines, and early-morning job sites, while the knit stretch lets one piece serve a mixed roster. Wearers who want a slouchier look can ease the cuff fold shallower; the jacquard pattern keeps its alignment either way.

Decoration Guidance

Patterned jacquard knits reward restraint. The most reliable placement is the 3 inch cuff, which presents a flat, double-thickness band for flat embroidery or a sewn-on woven patch; keep left-of-center placements small so they clear the Imperial suede patch on the back. Leather and faux-leather patches work especially well here because they sit on top of the texture instead of fighting it. Avoid large fill-stitch designs across the patterned body, and brief customers that the factory cuff patch remains part of the style.

Where the Baniff Fits Best

Wholesale and Program Buying

Buyers who manage seasonal headwear programs use the Baniff as the premium tier in a two-beanie lineup: a patterned pom style for retail and gifting, and a plain cuffed knit for daily staff wear. Because the pom-pom and cuff arrive color-matched from the factory, the style needs no decoration at all to look finished, which makes it useful for programs that split an order between decorated and blank pieces. It sits alongside the rest of the bulk headwear range at Joes USA, so one order can cover beanies, caps, and visors together.

Buyer and Reorder Workflow

Most programs sample the 6017 once, approve cuff decoration on the physical piece, and then reorder against the approved spec each fall. Keeping the style number in your uniform documentation matters: Imperial maintains distinct knit programs across its line, and 6017 identifies this exact jacquard double-knit rather than a look-alike. When seasonal artwork changes, only the patch or embroidery file changes; the base spec stays constant, which keeps reorders fast.

Who Buys the 6017 and Why

Resort retail managers buy it because the pattern sells at lodge shops without extra decoration. Promotional distributors buy it for year-end client gifts where a plain knit feels thin. Sustainability-minded brands buy it because the 63% recycled polyester content is a documented material fact they can print in a catalog, not a vague claim. And team programs buy it because a matched pom and cuff photograph cleanly in group shots.

Choosing Between the Baniff and Its Companions

Our Recommendation

If the goal is a beanie that looks like retail product rather than a promo item, the 6017 is the strongest patterned choice in the Imperial knit line. Use it blank or with a small cuff patch for resort and brewery merchandise, and pair it with the Imperial 6015 Mammoth fleece-lined beanie when part of the roster works outdoors all day and needs the warmer lining.

Alternatives and Replacement Styles

Programs that want a solid-color knit with an interior lining move to the Mogul or the Mammoth, both of which share the 8 inch body and 3 inch cuff. If the buyer wants a pom on a simpler knit, the Montage pom cuffed beanie keeps the topper without the jacquard pattern. All of these live in the same Imperial knit family, so cuff decoration specs transfer between them with minimal rework.

What Sets the Baniff Apart

Three things separate it from commodity beanies: the jacquard pattern knit into the fabric rather than printed on it, the double layered construction that doubles as insulation, and the recycled-majority yarn backed by a stated 63% recycled polyester figure. Add the factory suede patch and matched pom, and the style arrives looking finished before a single stitch of custom decoration.

Most Popular Imperial Knit Styles

Imperial 6020 Mogul | Imperial 6015 Mammoth | Imperial 6012 Edelweiss | Imperial 6014 Montage

Care and Durability

The polyester-nylon yarn system resists shrinking and holds color through repeated seasons, and the double layered knit keeps its shape better than single-layer acrylic when stuffed into jacket pockets. Let the pom air dry fully after wet snow, reshape the cuff fold by hand, and the jacquard pattern will stay crisp; there is no printed graphic to crack or peel.

Frequently Asked Questions

What material is the Imperial 6017 Baniff beanie made of?
The Baniff is knit from a 63/25/12 blend of recycled polyester, polyester, and nylon, with recycled polyester making up 63% of the yarn.

Is the Baniff beanie considered a sustainable style?
Yes. Imperial classifies the 6017 under its sustainable materials program because the yarn contains 63% recycled polyester.

How tall is the 6017 and how deep is the cuff?
The body measures 8 inches tall and folds into a 3 inch cuff, the standard proportion for a full-coverage cuffed beanie.

Does the Baniff have a pom-pom?
Yes. The pom-pom is color-matched to the cuff, so the crown and brim frame the jacquard body as a coordinated set.

What is the jacquard pattern on this beanie?
The pattern is knit directly into the double layered fabric rather than printed on top, so it will not crack, fade, or peel like a surface graphic.

Where is the Imperial branding on the 6017?
An Imperial laser etched suede patch is sewn to the back of the cuff at the factory.

What is the best decoration location on the Baniff?
The 3 inch cuff is the recommended zone. Small flat embroidery or a sewn-on patch sits cleanly on the double-thickness band without fighting the patterned body.

Is the double layered knit warm enough for all-day outdoor wear?
The second knit layer adds meaningful insulation for lift lines, sidelines, and outdoor shifts; crews in extreme cold may prefer the fleece-lined Imperial 6015.

Can the Baniff be worn blank without custom decoration?
Yes. The matched pom, jacquard pattern, and factory suede patch give it a finished retail look straight out of the box.

How should the 6017 be cared for after wet weather?
Air dry the pom and body fully, then reshape the cuff by hand. The polyester-nylon yarn resists shrinking and holds its color through repeated seasons.

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