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Embroidered Smile Now, Die Later knitted beanie

CDA Smile Now, Die Later Beanie

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CROSSED DAGER APPAREL

  • Smile Now, Die Later embroidered design
  • Double layer knitted beanie
  • 100% soft-touch acrylic construction
  • Approximately 72g in weight
  • Premium knitted beanie build
  • One size fits all
  • Everyday or car meet wear
  • Double layer knit keeps ears warm
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CROSSED DAGER APPAREL

Smile Now, Die Later Embroidered onto a premium knitted beanie.

Double layer knit.

72g approx.

100% soft-touch Acrylic.

One size fits all.

The CDA Smile Now, Die Later Beanie carries the Smile Now, Die Later design, embroidered onto a premium double layer knitted beanie from Crossed Dagger Apparel. It is made from 100% soft-touch acrylic, weighs approximately 72g and comes in one size. It suits anyone who wants a beanie with a bit more character than a plain logo piece, for car meets, shows, garage days or everyday cold weather wear. Pair it with printed tees, hoodies and other CDA or car culture accessories such as lanyards or stickers. Wash it inside out on a gentle cycle to protect the embroidery, reshape it while damp and dry flat, and keep it away from direct heat sources such as radiators and exhausts.

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1 to 2 kg £4.95
2 to 10 kg £8.95
Over 10 kg £14.95
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Key features

  • Smile Now Die-Later
  • Double Layer Knit
  • 72g Approx
  • Soft-Touch Acrylic
  • One Size

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Expert Notes

The CDA Smile Now, Die Later Beanie carries the Smile Now, Die Later design, embroidered onto a premium double layer knitted beanie from Crossed Dagger Apparel. It is made from 100% soft-touch acrylic, weighs approximately 72g and comes in one size. It suits anyone who wants a beanie with a bit more character than a plain logo piece, for car meets, shows, garage days or everyday cold weather wear. Pair it with printed tees, hoodies and other CDA or car culture accessories such as lanyards or stickers. Wash it inside out on a gentle cycle to protect the embroidery, reshape it while damp and dry flat, and keep it away from direct heat sources such as radiators and exhausts.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Everyday winter wear
  • Car meets
  • Car shows
  • Garage days
  • Cold weather driving
  • Weekend outings
  • Gifts for car culture fans

Caution: This is a knitted acrylic beanie, not flame-resistant workwear. Keep it away from moving machinery, welding sparks and other workshop heat sources.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Beanie
Brand
Crossed Dagger Apparel
Design
Smile Now, Die Later Embroidered
Knit Type
Double Layer Knit
Material
100% Soft-Touch Acrylic
Weight
72g Approx
Fit
One Size Fits All
Suitable Use
Everyday Wear, Car Meets And Shows
Age group
Adults
Colour
Black
Gender
Unisex

How To Use

Wearing and styling

  1. Pull the beanie down to cover the ears in cold weather.
  2. Wear it with the design facing forward to show the embroidery.
  3. Pair it with casual, workwear-style or car culture outfits.
  4. Wear it for car meets, shows and everyday winter wear.
  5. Keep it away from bonfires, exhausts and other direct heat sources.

Washing and care

  1. Follow the garment care label before washing.
  2. Hand wash or use a gentle machine cycle to protect the double layer knit.
  3. Wash inside out to help protect the embroidered design.
  4. Reshape the beanie while damp and dry flat.
  5. Avoid ironing directly over the embroidered design.

Top Tip: Wash it inside out on a gentle cycle to help keep the Smile Now, Die Later embroidery looking sharp.

Performance Benefits

  • Double layer knit adds extra warmth
  • Soft-touch acrylic feels smooth against skin
  • Beanie pulls down to cover the ears
  • Smile Now, Die Later design embroidered on front
  • One size fits most head sizes
  • Suits car meets and cold garage days

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the CDA Smile Now, Die Later Beanie say?

It carries the Smile Now, Die Later design, embroidered onto a premium knitted beanie.

What is it made from?

It is made from 100% soft-touch acrylic in a double layer knit, as stated on the Crossed Dagger Apparel product page.

How much does it weigh?

The maker states it weighs approximately 72g.

What size is it?

It is one size fits all.

Is the design embroidered or printed?

It is embroidered onto the beanie, not printed.

Can I wear it for car meets?

Yes, it suits car meets, shows, garage days and everyday winter wear.

How should I wash it?

Follow the garment care label, and wash inside out on a gentle cycle to protect the embroidery.

Do you offer UK delivery?

Yes, The Drivers HQ offers UK-wide delivery, and there is also a walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Check it is one size before you order.
  2. Pull the cuff down for extra ear coverage.
  3. Wash inside out to protect the embroidery.
  4. Hand wash or use a gentle machine cycle.
  5. Reshape the beanie while damp and dry flat.
  6. Avoid ironing directly over the design.
  7. Good for car meets, shows and cold garage days.
  8. Available online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

The Brand

Crossed Dagger Apparel

Crossed Dagger Apparel, often shortened to CDA, is a clothing brand that began as a little side project between its owners, Sam Keeley and Courtney Haymes, during the first week of the COVID-19 lockdown. Sam is a tattoo artist and Courtney is a hairdresser, and the brand says all of its artwork is created by Sam with Courtney's input. Its own online shop sold T-shirts, long sleeves, hoodies and sweats, bottoms, headwear, bags and accessories, with a dedicated automotive accessories section alongside the clothing.

The Drivers HQ stocks a wide CDA range across T-shirts, hoodies and sweatshirts, shorts and trousers, headwear, pins, patches and badges, keyrings, car decals and a hanging air freshener. Look out for the Anti Bad Vibes Club Tee in black and white, the matching Anti Bad Vibes Club Hoodie and Crop, the CDA Black Box Tee and the Daruma Doll Long Sleeve Top in gold, grey and sky blue. The Coach Jacket Black, Black Joggers, CRSSDDGGR Waist Belts, CRSSDDGGR Flight Tag and Chews Life Air Freshener round out the collection.

CDA suits anyone building a car culture wardrobe with more personality than a plain logo tee. The designs are drawn by a tattoo artist, with the artwork and lettering front and centre, and pieces like the Anti Bad Vibes Club range work as easily at a car meet as they do day to day. Car decals, a flight tag, a keyring or the Chews Life Air Freshener carry the same look into the car itself, making it easy to match your ride to your outfit.

Buy Crossed Dagger Apparel from The Drivers HQ with tracked UK-wide delivery, or visit our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, where Click & Collect is free. Whether you are after a new tee, a hoodie for cooler evenings or a decal for the back window, you can combine CDA pieces with car care products and other car culture clothing and accessories in a single order.

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CDA ANTI BAD VIBES CLUB TEE - BLACK - The Drivers HQ

Born From a Lockdown Side Project

Crossed Dagger Apparel started as a little side project for owners Sam Keeley and Courtney Haymes during the first week of the COVID-19 lockdown, set up to keep themselves busy and motivated. By their own account, they never planned for it to take off the way it did in such a short space of time, and they describe it as something they are both proud of achieving.

Both owners work in creative careers, Sam as a tattoo artist and Courtney as a hairdresser, and they say they love art and using those skills to reach a goal. The brand says all of its artwork is created by Sam with Courtney's thoughts and input, and it states that all artwork is designed and copyrighted by Sam Keeley Tattoo.

The name comes from Sam's own life. His mother's side of the family are named Cross, and he always signs his artwork with a dagger, which he also has tattooed on himself. Put together, the two became Crossed Dagger Apparel, and the brand says it carries the family name as a way of remembering his mum.

CDA DARUMA DOLL LONG SLEEVE TOP GOLD - The Drivers HQ

Original Artwork From Tees to Decals

On its own website, CDA grouped its designs into collections such as Nightdrives and Smile Now, Die Later, with Anti Bad Vibes Club among the designs featured on its home page. Alongside the clothing it sold accessories, and it gave automotive accessories a section of their own, a clear nod to the car scene alongside artwork drawn by a tattoo artist.

The Drivers HQ range reflects that mix. The Anti Bad Vibes Club design comes as a tee in black or white, a black hoodie and a crop, while the Daruma Doll Long Sleeve Top is offered in gold, grey and sky blue. The CDA Black Box Tee and the Coach Jacket Black add everyday black pieces, and the Black Joggers complete the outfit.

For finishing touches there are CRSSDDGGR Waist Belts, the CRSSDDGGR Flight Tag, keyrings, pins, patches and badges, car decals, the Chews Life Air Freshener and the CRSSD DGGR Brush Face Mask in black or pink. With CDA branding and artwork running through the range, it is easy to put together a matching look across your wardrobe and your car.

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