Black Corduroy Kippah – Square Texture Yarmulke

This is a black corduroy kippah with a raised checkerboard wale and a matte pile, made in 9 sizes and priced at $9.99. Alternating blocks of wale catch the light in opposite directions, so a black kippah that would otherwise read flat gets a quiet checkerboard across the crown. No sheen, four panels, self rim. Sold by Judaica Square, shipping from Lakewood, NJ.

Specifications

How this compares

Best for

• A man whose default is black but who wants the kippah to look like a choice
• Winter weekdays and Shabbos
• A bar mitzvah boy who will not wear a pattern
• Anyone who wants texture with no second colour at all

Not the right choice if

• Summer wear — pile is warm by design
• A chosson under the chuppah, where velvet or terylene is more usual
• You want a washable everyday kippah; the cotton styles are the answer there
• You want the navy version, which is a separate listing

Why customers choose 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. If you want one black yarmulka that carries from Sukkos through Pesach, this is it.

Size guide

Numbered sizes are shaped and domed; the cm sizes are flats, measured across the diameter. Sizing is guidance rather than a rule — head shape matters as much as age. If you are between sizes, take the larger one.

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.

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.