What is incel hat?

An "incel hat," short for "involuntarily celibate hat," is often used to identify members of the incel community. The incel community is a group of predominantly men who feel that they are unable to find romantic or sexual partners, despite their desires and efforts.

The incel hat is typically adorned with logos or slogans that reference the incel community or its beliefs. These may include phrases like "love shy," "forever alone," or "women hate me," as well as the name of popular incel forums like incels.co. Some incel hats may also feature recognizable logos or symbols, such as the "black pill" emblem, which represents the belief that romantic and sexual success are predetermined by genetics and physical attractiveness.

The incel community is known for promoting toxic and misogynistic beliefs, including violence and harassment towards women. As a result, the incel hat has become a symbol associated with hatred and harmful ideologies. Many online retailers have banned or discontinued the sale of incel hats and related merchandise in response to this association.