Birettas and Zucchettos

Birettas and zucchetos are types of traditional hats worn by bishops and high ranking church officials as part of their formal dress. A biretta is a hard square cap with a matching pom on top while a zuccheto is a soft cap that fits more closely to the head, similar to a skullcap. Matthew F. Sheehan carries a variety of Birettas and zucchetos to choose from in several colors and styles. The color and style may denote the position of the wearer, the style of the church or the liturgical season. Our hats are made by well-known brands like R.J. Toomey, Gammarelli and more.