Paddington Bear’s familiar hat is red.
The red hat is one of Paddington’s most recognizable visual features, alongside his blue duffle coat and battered suitcase. The outfit gives the character a distinctive silhouette that has remained recognizable across books, television productions, merchandise and films.
Paddington’s clothing also reflects his status as a traveler. He arrives in London wearing practical possessions associated with his journey from Peru, while the hat and coat make him immediately identifiable to readers and viewers. His coat is generally depicted as blue, creating a strong contrast with the red hat.
People sometimes reverse the colors because both garments are equally iconic. The standard combination is a red hat, blue duffle coat and label attached to his suitcase. Film and television designs may vary slightly in shade, but the canonical hat color remains red.