Summer Hats: In Vogue!

A long time ago, hats were considered only to protect oneself against heat, wind and rain. Later it became a symbol of status but over the years, the hat has become a fashion statement and a staple in the summer wardrobe. Not only is the accessory stylish but it is also advantageous to the person wearing it. In summer, hats provide shade from the ruthless sun and also give you a chic look. In recent times, hats have definitely made a huge comeback in the world of fashion and if you wear it right, this one accessory can make you look like a million bucks.

Hats in summer

Summer is the best season to don hats and is extremely popular on the streets. Hats are also extremely popular on the ramp and designers like Ermanno Scervino, Iceberg and Ermenegildo Zegna in 2010, all featured hats in their Spring/Summer collection. Hats were a rage amongst fashion conscious men and were available in a variety of high street fashion stores. It didn’t matter where they were going, holidays, picnics or even parties; men were seen sporting hats as much as women sported accessories like bags. Hats are also sported regularly by a few and have become almost an integral part of their closet.

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Various hats, various styles

Of course, summer means donning straw Hawaiian hats, but not in every case. Straw trilbies are very much in fashion but people also sport fedoras and pork-pie hats. Fedoras have a wider brim and therefore were originally worn by women but the Fedora has very much become a part of men’s fashion especially after the 1920’s. These hats were worn by legends of Hollywood and were made famous by Humphrey Bogart in ‘Casablanca’, Gene Kelly in ‘Singing in the Rain’ and many more.

Trilbies are basically a lot like the Fedora but have shorter brims and the brim is ‘snapped-up’ at the back and ‘snapped-down’ in front. The pork-pie hat is another that has been popularised by celebrities like Orlando Bloom, Jason Mraz and Justin Timberlake. Earlier this hat was associated with jazz and blues musicians and even Buster Keaton, the silent film actor wore it a lot. These hats have a boxed look and are better for men with smaller heads.

The cream of the lot this summer is definitely the Trilby, Pork-pie and Fedora but there is a huge variety one can choose from. You can match these hats with your wardrobe and strike a lovely balance with your look. You can also experiment and become a trendsetter of sorts.

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Newsboy Caps- The Perfect Combination of Comfort and Style

Finding the right type of hat that will suit your style, personality and the shape of your face can prove to be a challenging decision. One of the most important things you need to keep in mind is the warmth and comfort your hat will provide. As there are many different types of hats and caps, you need to know which hat type suits which type of face. However, the newsboy cap is one of those which are apt for any face type.

In the last few years, the classic newsboy cap has become extremely popular and is widely worn by both women and men. These are also known as Eight Piece Cap, the Gatsby, Pageboy, Cabbie Cap, Baker Boy, Poor Boy Cap and Apple Cap. No matter what you call these caps, the classic design and shape offers a whole lot of comfort and style.

As these caps were worn by newspaper boys in the United States during the early 1900's, they became popular as Newsboy Caps. However, these have made it back to the top of the fashion list in the recent years. These are very similar to the look of the flat cap and are mainly worn with casual dresses. Just like the flat cap, it consists of a stiff peak in the front and has the same basic shape. However, it is much fuller, rounder and teamed with a push button on top.

There are different types and styles of newsboy caps and these are made of various materials, like wool, cotton, twill, canvas and leather as these helps in maintaining the basic shape of the cap. It is usually sewn together from the top and includes a button on the top where the materials meet. As it has panels that are sewn together, it is also known as Eight Panel Cap. Another version of the newsboy cap is the Big Apple which is much larger in size than the regular ones.

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Another popular type of the classic Eight Panel Cap is the Herringbone Newsboy Cap. This will certainly be a great collection for you as it offers both comfort and style. It is generally made from polyester, wool and satin. It has the classic Newsboy shape and has a roomy and spacious interior as it is much fuller than a flat cap. This type of cap has soft rigidity and has a stretchable peak.

Some other types of Herringbone Newsboy Cap have a 4-part crown and are made with herringbone tweed. Moreover, these are also lined with satin which helps to keep you warm and does not mess up your hairdo. The stiff peak is enclosed in a synchronized crosshatch pattern.

These caps usually have a loose fit style and will probably not fit snugly on your forehead. But that is the charm and appeal of a classic Newsboy cap. You can wear it with casual, informal and smart wear alike. You can team it up with a formal suit as well as with t-shirt and a pair of jeans. This will definitely add to your style and your overall appearance. Newsboy caps are also perfect for winter and help to increase your winter style quotient.

These hats are available in many styles, fabric and colours and all you need to do is pick one that fits your personality. You can easily find a wide range of these caps on various online stores. As several Hollywood celebrities like Will Smith, Brad Pitt, Jason Statham, Kate Moss, Samuel L. Jackson and many others are now wearing stylish Newsboy Caps; a large number of people are also opting for these.

The return of the classic Newsboy Caps has generated a new trend that has now gained much prominence in the fashion world. These stylish and comfortable head wears are now worn by men and women alike all across the globe.