Navy Velvet Kippah, Light Blue Stitching Yarmulke

The Navy Velvet Kippah with Light Blue Stitching is a four-panel navy velvet yarmulke for men and boys, made in 5 sizes and priced at $9.99. The crown is a deep midnight-navy velvet with a soft, short pile, and the rim is a flat navy twill band finished with a single line of pale blue topstitching that runs all the way around the edge. From across a room it reads as a classic dark velvet kippah; close up, the stitched line is the detail that sets it apart. Sold by Judaica Square, shipping from Lakewood, NJ.

Specifications

How this compares

Best for

• Shabbos and yom tov, when you want velvet but not plain black
• Matching a navy suit or blazer, where black can look harsh
• A bar mitzvah boy who wants something dressy but his own
• Father-and-son pairs, since sizes run from 1 up to 5

Not the right choice if

• Your shul or yeshiva expects a plain black velvet kippah
• You need a size 6 or a flat-cut size; this one stops at size 5
• You want a kippah you can throw in the wash; velvet is brush-and-store
• You want the accent to stand out; the pale blue line is deliberately quiet

Why customers choose it

Navy velvet gives the richness of a Shabbos kippah without the severity of black, and it sits naturally with the navy and grey suits most men actually wear. The rim is where this one earns its place: instead of a contrasting fabric band, it keeps the band navy and adds one clean line of pale blue stitching, so the kippah looks finished rather than decorated. Four panels keep the dome shallow and even, and the short pile holds its colour without the shine of cheaper velvet.

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 navy velvet acceptable in shul?
In most shuls, yes. Navy velvet reads as a formal, dark kippah. If your community or yeshiva specifically expects black velvet, choose black velvet instead, such as the black velvet kippah with maroon stitching, which reads as solid black.

What is the difference between this and the camel-stitched navy velvet?
The velvet and rim band are the same navy. Only the thread colour changes: this one uses a cool pale blue that blends with navy, while the camel version uses a warm tan that stands out more.

What size velvet kippah fits an adult man?
Size 5 fits most teens and adult men and is the largest size offered in this design. Sizes 1 to 4 run from toddler through older boys.

How do I keep velvet from looking worn?
Brush the pile in one direction with a soft brush, keep it out of a crowded pocket, and store it flat. Never iron it, because heat crushes the pile permanently.

Can a name be embroidered on a velvet kippah?
Yes. Names and bar mitzvah dates embroider cleanly on velvet, with no minimum order. Embroidery 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.