This summer's hottest accessory

Headdresses made from woven natural materials, or more simply put, straw hats, are again at the peak of popularity. This weightless and easy-to-use accessory has become a must-have item that every self-respecting fashionista must have in their wardrobe. In addition to the fact that a straw hat fulfills its main purpose - to protect from the sun, it also gives extraordinary charm, style and emphasizes the impeccable taste of its owner.

Popular types of straw hats

The most fashionable accessory of the coming summer is nothing more than a headdress consisting of flat straw braids rolled up and sewn together with strong threads in a spiral. There are a large number of models of straw hats, however, in the current 2019, you need to pay attention to only a few favorites:

Boater

The boater hat has a small brim and a cylindrical crown.This is a very comfortable model that perfectly protects from direct sunlight without causing any inconvenience to wear. Previously, boaters were exclusively a men's accessory; they were discovered for women in the late 90s of the last millennium thanks to the constant style icon Coco Chanel. Thanks to her, women realized that it was easier to find a hat that performed its functions so well than a straw boater.

Fedora

The model of Fedora's headdress is distinguished by the presence of dents under the fingers on the crown. She, like the boater, used to be exclusively male models of hats, but as practice shows, the Fedora hat also looks stylish and attractive on beautiful women’s heads. Women of any age can wear a Fedora. For those who want to create a playful and romantic look, simply move the hat to one side. Women who are accustomed to conquering everyone at first sight will prefer to wear a straw Fedora with it slightly on their forehead.

Cowgirl

The free-spirited cowboy style is back in trend, as evidenced by the return of flared trousers, plaid print shirts and, of course, straw cowboy hats. Those who prefer a cowboy jacket over a boater jacket or a Fedora must be prepared for the fact that all the eyes of passers-by will be focused on the original accessory. Straw cowboys look good with sundresses, denim dresses and overalls, but are a bit inappropriate with a swimsuit. However, if the swimsuit is designed in the general style of freedom-loving cowgirls and is complemented with some “tricks” characteristic of the style, such a hat will be more appropriate than ever.

Panama

The familiar Panama hat, which is most often made of fabric, can also be made of straw.This model is convenient because you can safely roll it up and put it in a bag without fear that the headdress will get wrinkled or worse, spoiled. Panama hats are suitable for almost any “bow” and “style”.

Interesting! Fashion also took care of children. For little fashionistas, you can purchase a small deep straw hat with mouse or cat ears. In addition to protecting your child from the sun, the accessory will also add fun personality and style.

How to choose a straw hat

To prevent the accessory from becoming a personal fashion failure, when purchasing the model you like, you need to take into account the appearance features and remember the advice of experienced stylists:

1. Wide-brimmed cowboy shorts and beach hats are only suitable for tall and bulky women. For girls who cannot boast of being tall, such models are prohibited.
2. It is better for girls with petite and thin faces to avoid wearing hats with a convex and voluminous head. Models with a flatter head are suitable for them.
3. For those with a round face, accessories with curved brims and options with rich and ornate trim are more suitable.

Attention should be paid to the color of the straw hat:

• Blondes will look good on products made from brown straw;
• brunettes and brown-haired women can wear hats in golden-yellow shades;
• Red-haired girls should give preference to products in cool beige-sand tones.

Important! Buying a straw hat without trying it on is risky. In addition to an item that is not suitable in shape and style, you can buy an accessory that is not suitable in size. A correct and suitable headdress should not fly off the head at the slightest movement, but there should also be no red stripes on the skin of the forehead after removing it.

What to wear with a straw hat

In most cases, the accessory is matched to the clothing, and not vice versa. But if a straw hat accessory is considered a trend, the “top” and “bottom” are selected taking into account its primacy in the image. Original and at the same time appropriate, a summer straw hat will look great with:

1. Blue denim. Sky blue denim pieces will be a great addition to a straw boater or fedora. In this outfit you can go for a walk with friends or go on a romantic date. On your feet you can wear gladiator sandals or open-toe clogs.
2. White linen. Dresses, tunics and suits made of snow-white linen fabric are the most comfortable clothes for the hot summer. Linen perfectly allows moisture to pass through without creating a greenhouse effect on the skin. A floor-length linen sundress and a small straw hat can create an image worthy of the best beaches on the planet.
3. Pink suit. Although summer is the time for vacations, no one has canceled work. There is no need to deny yourself the pleasure of wearing a straw hat after your vacation, because a neat boater will look great with a pink formal trouser suit. This “look” will become a real fashionable bomb of the office dress code.
4. Light green cotton. A floor-length, off-the-shoulder cotton dress made of weightless and comfortable cotton will become a favorite wardrobe item for every girl. If you wear it with a wide-brimmed straw hat, which will be decorated with a matching ribbon, the owner of such an outfit will get envious glances from girls passing by.
5. Black stretch. In the summer, sometimes there are rainy days when you just want to wear your favorite black skinnies made of elastic stretch.In tandem with a white T-shirt with thin straps and a red checkered shirt, a straw Fedora will look very, very appropriate.

So that over time the straw hat does not lose its presentable appearance, it is necessary to carefully care for it. It cannot be hung on a hook in the closet and cannot be cleaned with conventional means. Storage should be done in a separate fabric case, and to remove dust from the outside it is enough to wipe the cap with a soft damp cloth.