Roosenstein Wolke

The Rooscap

Johannes Hildebrandus Roosenstein started as the first generation in creating a beautiful, sustainable product: the Rooscap.

On Wednesday, November 24, 1886, Johannes began making and selling sailor caps. He laid the foundation of our company and invented the Dutch sailor cap, the Rooscap. Johannes learned this craft from Adam Zelle, who later became better known as the father of the famous dancer and double agent Mata Hari.

Johannes Hildebrandus started his business in Sneek on Suupmarkt and quickly became well-known among sailors and other mariners. Anyone on a boat had a Rooscap. The cap was distinguished by its black buttons and cord, as well as its perfect fit. Now, more than 130 years later, we continue to make the cap according to the exact same patterns. We still uphold the values of Johannes Hildebrandus in creating and developing our current collection: timeless products of high quality, made in a fair manner.