Black Corduroy Kippah – Square Texture Yarmulke

The same square-cut corduroy in black — alternating blocks of wale that catch the light in opposite directions, so a black corduroy kippah that would otherwise read flat gets a quiet checkerboard across the crown. Matte pile, no sheen, four panels and a self rim. Sold by Judaica Square in Lakewood, NJ.

Quick facts

• Material: Corduroy · raised square checkerboard wale, four-panel, self rim
• Sizes: 9 options — sizes 1–6 plus 16cm, 18cm and 20cm flats (most adult men: Size 5 · kids: 1–3)
• Perfect for: shul, Shabbos, winter weekdays, yom tov, bar mitzvah

Perfect for

If your default is a black yarmulka, this is the winter version of it — warmer than cotton, more substantial than terylene, and textured enough that it does not disappear into every other black kippah on the rack. It suits a man who wants nothing decorative at all but still wants the kippah to look like a choice, and it is a sensible bar mitzvah option for a boy who is not going to wear anything with a pattern on it.

Why customers love it

Matte black pile is the most forgiving finish there is: no shine to scuff, no gloss to show fingerprints, and the raised squares keep dust from settling in one flat plane. It also grips better than a smooth fabric, which is the practical reason corduroy kippot keep selling. The Navy Corduroy Kippah – Square Texture Yarmulke is the same weave in navy if you want the pair, and the Grandpa Bear Kippah – Brown Corduroy Yarmulke is the same material for a much younger head.

Frequently asked questions

Is this black or very dark grey?
True black. The checkerboard effect comes from the direction of the pile, not from a second colour.

What is the difference between corduroy and velvet for a kippah?
Velvet has a dense, even pile and a slight sheen; corduroy has a ribbed wale and a matte finish. Velvet reads dressier, corduroy reads warmer and more casual.

What size kippah for a bar mitzvah boy?
Size 4 for most 12–13 year olds; size 5 is the adult size.

Can it be embroidered in silver?
Yes — silver and white thread both show clearly on black pile, with no minimum order. Message us on WhatsApp.

How do I clean it?
Soft brush along the wale and spot clean only. Do not soak or machine wash.

Is corduroy suitable for a wedding?
For a guest, yes. A chosson usually wants velvet, terylene or plain black; corduroy is the warm everyday-and-Shabbos end of the range.

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

Free shipping over $75 · Ships in 1–2 business days · 15-day returns · Visit our Lakewood showroom for personal fitting.