Black Linen Kippah, Leopard Rim Yarmulke

The Black Linen Kippah with Leopard Rim is a four-panel black linen yarmulke for men and boys, offered in 8 sizes at $9.99. The crown is a matte black linen with a visible slub weave, cut in four panels that meet at a single point on top. The edge is bound in a printed cotton band with a leopard pattern of tan ground, dark brown rosettes and small rust-orange spots, so the rim frames the black like a piece of trim on a jacket collar. Viewed from above, the print shows as a thin spotted ring around a plain black circle. Sold by Judaica Square, shipping from Lakewood, NJ.

Specifications

How this compares

Best for

• Men who like one playful detail on an otherwise plain black kippah
• Summer Shabbos and weekday wear when velvet feels too warm
• Pairing with tan chinos, khaki or a brown tweed jacket
• A teen who wants a kippah that is clearly his own

Not the right choice if

• A yeshiva or shul that expects plain black velvet
• You want a rim that disappears from a distance; the spots are noticeable
• You need a size 7; the round sizes stop at 6
• Formal simchas where you want every guest to look the same

Why customers choose it

Most black linen kippot look identical once they are on the head, and this one does not. The leopard band sits only on the rim, so the crown still reads as a black kippah from the front while the spotted edge shows at the sides. Its warm tan and rust tones also soften black next to brown shoes, camel coats and khaki trousers, which is where plain black can look stark.

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 leopard rim linen or cotton?
The rim is a printed cotton band. The crown itself is black linen, so the two textures differ slightly up close.

Does the leopard print show on top of the kippah?
Only as a narrow ring at the edge. The four crown panels are plain black linen, and the print is confined to the binding.

Which leopard-rim size suits an adult man?
Size 5 fits most teens and men, and size 6 is for a larger head. The 16 and 18 cm flat cuts sit lower for those who prefer a shallower kippah.

What should I wear with a leopard-trimmed kippah?
It looks most natural with warm neutrals: tan, camel, olive and brown. Against a black suit the rim becomes the focal point, which some wearers like.

How is this different from the black linen with tan rim?
The crown is the same black linen. The tan-rim version uses a plain oatmeal linen band, while this one swaps in a spotted animal print.

Could a name be stitched inside this kippah?
Yes, embroidery is available with no minimum order and takes 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.