All That You Need To Know About Brim Hats for Men

by Silvia W. blogger

Hats have been men’s friends for many reasons but when you think of men flaunting a macho look with this headgear, most of us are likely to imagine a man wearing a brimmed hat. Depending on the size of the brim, the hat style differs both in men and women.

Now why a man should choose to wear a hat that has a wide brim? Well, we are all aware by now of the damaging effect the sun can have on our skin and health when exposed to UV rays for a long time. Wider brimmed hats cover not only our face but also our ears and neck. Our face skin being delicate tends to get affected easily than the skin of the other body parts. This might not bother some men, but it’s your health we are talking about. So, if your job requires you to be out there in the sun for quite some time of the day, you better pay attention. Using a wide-brimmed hat can save you from a nasty headache at the end of your working day. Use them to know how helpful it can be for you. And if you have already decided to buy one, here’s a complete guide about the different styles of brimmed hats you can choose from.

Fedora Hat

Fedora hat has long fascinated men and women with its charm. This hat is the chosen option for many because it fits many face shapes and is also wearable on several occasions. It has a flexible brim, dented crown, and its sides are pinched. Short brim fedora can be the hat choice for anyone but if you are eyeing to go for a wider brimmed one then make sure to wear the right attitude too. Conventionally fedoras were made of fur felt or wool felt, but to give advantage to the brim it possesses, it’s now being made with straw, cotton, and other fabrics too.

Trilby

It’s said to have stolen the limelight from the fedoras. It shares quite a similar look like that of the latter but a trilby has a shorter brim with a higher crown. This feature has made it popular among hat lovers as it can be comfortably worn on a warm day. Because of these features, trilbies were initially made out of straw or tweed, but today you can also have a felt version of it.

Cowboy Hats

Western hats or rancher’s hats, whatever you may prefer to call them, a cowboy hat has been the top choice for people looking for men's brim hats. Beyond doubt, it has made its presence felt not only in the Wild West but even in the happening towns of the modern-day world. Its standout feature is its tall crown and sometimes the wide brims are rolled up to give the distinct cowboy look. Straw or wool is the favored choice of material for making this hat.

Bucket Hats

Many celebs have been seen sporting the bucket hat. Also known as a bonnie hat, the bucket hat is easy to carry and can be blended with many outfits. Its droopy brim can be alluring at times. Using a bucket hat can keep your skin protected from the harsh sun rays and you wouldn’t need to compromise on your style as well.

Safari Hats

A safari hat also shares similar features with that of a fedora. They have a wide brim that slopes down on all sides with a medium to a high creased crown. Straw, cotton, canvas, and wool are the usual material used to make this hat. Safari hats are well suited to be worn in warm weather.

Boater Hats

From the name itself, one can guess the origin of such a hat. This hat type was used when men went boating and sailing. The dominant characteristics that make them different from the other brim hats are their short crowns, flat tops, and flat brims. Various straw types are used in making a boater hat like the sennit straw, Toyo, Panama, raffia, and the shantung.

Outback Hats

Also known as the Aussie hats, men love this style. Outback hats daunt a teardrop crown and a wide brim. You may find the brims slightly curved upwards on the sides just like a cowboy hat.

Gambler’s Hats

These types of hats are more western in style than other men's hats. A gambler hat has a medium-to-wide brim (but no longer than three inches) with a slightly turned-up edge. The crown gives an oval appearance when looked at from above.

Sun Hats

Yes, they give the much-needed protection from the sun and are the best utilitarian one among all of the wide-brimmed hats. This hat comes with nylon and UPF protection properties and other features too to give you comfort while working outdoors. It has a longer brim with a chin strap to keep the hat in place. In recent versions, it has included sport mesh paneling that allows good air circulation.

Conclusion

You are by now confident enough to select the right brimmed hat for you. So just go for it and beat the weather in style.