Blend Kippah – Black Brocade Yarmulke

The Black Blend Kippah is a four-panel brocade yarmulke for men and boys, offered in 10 sizes at $9.99. The weave mixes black thread with a pale gold metallic yarn in a tight speckle, so from a distance it reads as a dark charcoal and up close it catches light like tweed shot with gold. The rim is bound in the same brocade, and the inside is lined in plain black cotton printed with the iKippah name and a size number. Sold by Judaica Square, shipping from Lakewood, NJ.

Specifications

How this compares

Best for

• A wedding guest who wants something dressier than plain black cotton
• Pairing with a charcoal or black suit where the gold fleck picks up a tie or cufflinks
• Men who need a large head fit, since sizes run up to 7 and include a 20 cm flat cut
• A father and son matching set, with sizes starting at 1

Not the right choice if

• Your yeshiva or shul expects a plain black velvet or terylene kippah
• You want a kippah to toss in the wash; metallic brocade is spot-clean only
• You dislike any shine; the gold yarn does catch light under shul lighting
• You want a soft, crushable kippah for a pocket; brocade holds a firmer shape

Why customers choose it

Most dark kippot are either flat black or navy, and the Black Blend sits between plain and flashy. The gold metallic yarn is woven through the black rather than printed on top, so the sparkle is spread evenly and reads as texture instead of pattern. Because the rim is bound in the same brocade, there is no contrasting band to break the look, which keeps it suitable for a formal suit. With ten size options, including 6, 7 and three flat cuts, it is one of the few dressy brocade kippot that fits a larger adult head.

Size guide

Sizing is guidance, not a promise — heads vary. When you are between two sizes, the larger one sits better.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Black Blend kippah black or grey?
It is black thread woven with a pale gold metallic yarn. In photos and at arm’s length it can look like a dark heathered grey; up close the gold fleck is clear.

How does this compare with the Burgundy Blend?
Both use the same speckled brocade weave. The Burgundy Blend swaps the gold yarn for a red-wine metallic thread, which is warmer and more noticeable.

Does the gold thread make it too flashy for shul?
For most shuls, no. The metallic is fine-grained and spread across the whole kippah, so it looks textured rather than shiny. If your community wears only plain black, choose a matte kippah.

What sizes are the flat cuts?
There are 16 cm, 18 cm and 20 cm flat cuts, which sit lower and shallower than the numbered domed sizes. Size 5 or the 18 cm flat suits most adult men.

How should I clean a metallic brocade kippah?
Blot marks with a damp cloth and a drop of mild soap, then let it air-dry flat. Do not soak it or put it near an iron, because heat can dull the metallic yarn.

Can I add a name inside?
Yes. The black lining takes embroidery well, with no minimum order and a turnaround of 10 to 14 days plus shipping.

Want it embroidered? No minimum order — WhatsApp 732-444-3111 or email, and we'll set it up.

Free shipping over $75 · Ships in 1–3 business days · 15-day returns · Visit our Lakewood showroom for personal fitting.