The Cat in the Hat's hat has two red stripes. The hat is tall and cone shaped, with a red brim and two red stripes near the top. The Cat in the Hat is a character from the children's book series of the same name, written by Dr. Seuss. The Cat in the Hat is a mischievous and fun loving character who often causes trouble but always manages to fix it in the end. He is known for wearing a tall, red and white striped hat and a red bow tie.