Panama Hats

If you ever wish for a trendy gorgeous hat, then I think there is no substitution to the Panama hats. With its sporty look and lightweight, the wearer will never go unnoticed. Moreover, you will always be the center of attraction. Sport stars, top celebrities, singers, presidents, pop stars, equally love these hats. So it would not be an exaggeration if we say Panama hats are part of the fashion that never becomes old and out-dated. Despite its name, Panama Hats come from Ecuador exclusively; they acquired its name when commercialized during the Panama Canal construction in late 19 century. Today, Ecuador Panama Hats are the world finest Straw Hats available. Let’s have a look at what it is made of and how it came into existence.

Panama hat is made of very fine straws and that is what makes it so light just as a feather. The best thing is that it is hand-woven.

Depending on the texture quality and color tone, panama hats can be categorized in two types – Montecristi hats and Cuenca Panama hats. As the name suggests, the Montecristi hat is made by weavers from Montecristi situated in the coastal part of Ecuador. Being made by the finest straws of the world, the Montecristi Hats takes comparatively longer time to be completed. At the end, what we get is the natural-colored perfect hats ready-to-wear.

On the other hand, Cuenca Panama hat is crafted by the folks of Cuenca town. This hat is made by a little thicker straw. It is woven within a couple of weeks.

Original Ecuador Panama Hats are Roll Up Hats, you can roll them up when you need to store it when traveling. When you open it again you will get it in its original perfect shape.

During the construction period of the Panama Canal, hats were sold to the laborers, engineers and travelers. It became popular since that time and widely came to be known as Panama hats. In the middle of 20th century, it was in the zenith of popularity. You may find celebrities wearing this hat in the Hollywood movies like Casablanca, Key Largo, Gone with the Wind, To Kill a Mockingbird and The Man Who Would Be King. Remember the Gangster Hats. Whatever may be the reason, in today’s fashion industry as well Panama hat is one of the most desired accessories. This can provide you a look of sophistication and elegance.