The Choices of Men’s Hats

One accessory that lots of men shrug off because they perceive it as too garish is the hat or cap. They do not realize that they can add the extra allure that their garments need simply by wearing the suitable hat. Whether the outfit is laid back or elegant a well fitting hat can go a long way.

Casual Hats - Kangol, Cuffley, Ascot Caps and Bucket Hats

Kangol or Baileys are well known and well loved designs and they're categorized as ascot or flat caps. While these labels are associated with top quality you can acquire non designer labels and attain the same results. The main factors to consider are the fit of the hat as well as the materials employed to create it.

Often identified informally as a Kangol cap, the ascot cap is ideal when combined with more laid back clothes? The low profile of the cap intimates a less ostentatious visual style which works perfectly with a more subtle, casual image; due to this the ascot cap is among the most common designs amongst discriminating men, both young and old. The ascot is preferred especially amongst artists, writers, and musicians.

For defense against the damaging effects of the sun bucket hats are the ideal choice. Unfortunately, because they are not very flattering these types of hats are not recommended for anything else.

Traditional and Regional Hats - Top Hat, Cowboy Hat, and the Fedora

For formal occasions when a tuxedo is needed a few men will choose to don a top hat. For balls, galas, weddings or proms this hat is an obvious option for some but outside of these occasions these kinds of hats might be frowned upon. Despite their loss of popularity you will still find a few gents who prefer to wear them on a daily basis.

Similarly, the cowboy hat takes up a deep historical place within the heart of the America psyche. Beyond that history, the cowboy hat continues to be worn in many places casually - for example in the province of Alberta, Canada or states such as Texas. Outside of these regions, the cowboy hat is largely given a pass and is generally not thought to be a stylish choice outside of a poker room or country music bar.

One classic cap, however, that has retained a good deal of esteem and elegance through the years is the fedora. After enduring a brief period of unpopularity during the 1970's and onward, the most recent decade has been very kind to the fedora hat, currently used by youth, young men, and mature gents at the same time.

In the earlier days the fedora could only be found in monochrome colors however nowadays they are now available in plaids and pinstripes. Grey or bright white stripes over a black base are the most common selection.

Whatever your reason for choosing to wear a hat, their increasing popularity will place you right in with the fashion forward thinkers. Having several hats to enhance various aspects of your wardrobe will add a sense of style to your all round appearance and you will receive countless compliments from others who appreciate your daring spirit.