Popular Hats for Men and Women

Hats have been a popular style accessory in today’s modern world. You can wear it in parties, beaches, disc or just shopping. Some of the most popular hats with men and women are the felt, woolen, velvet and straw hats.

Summer

For summer, the most popular hats among men and women are the straw hats. In hot climates, the straw hats being light and airy offer a convenient shade from the heat. The most famous straw hat is of course the Panama hats. This is a light, smooth and airy straw hat made from the toquilla palm leaves. The toquilla is a special straw that makes the Panama straw hat light as a feather, fresh and stylish for any attire. Do not get carried out by the name ‘Panama’ hat. Many people believe that the Panama straw hats are from Panama City. Well much to their disappointment they are not. Panama straw hats are hand made exclusively in Ecuador.

The Fedora model in Panama hat is a favorite among men. These hats are most commonly seen on actors and singers attending parties or award functions. It gives an tropical and at the same time elegant look to men.

Felt hats are also a preferred among men. Not as These felt hats are most commonly seen on actors and singers attending parties or award functions. It gives an adventurous look so it is famously preferred by men.

Felt is a non-woven cloth that is produced by matting, condensing and pressing fibers. Not as fresh and light as the Panama hat, the Felt hats offer a variety of color that can be suited for any type of clothing.

The cocktail hats are a much for women to attend evening parties. They are brimless, perched forward on the head that often tilt over the eye with a veil. The cocktail parties are adorned on the head for special holiday parties, weddings, luncheons, horse race, afternoon teas or any special occasion.

Winter

For winter, the woolen beret and bucket hats are most popular with the women. The winter hats are most made of wool, fake fur, velvet, suede and much more. Since it is for protecting the head from the cool weather, hats in winter often cover the ears. For comfort and fashion wide brims are favored during this time otherwise the beret and bucket hat styles are common. The fake fur roller hats are common in harsh winter climates. While the bomber hats are a must have for men.