Fancy spending the summer in Europe? Many of us dream of packing up and renting a beach villa or a city apartment for the months of June, July and August.
24.05.2024 - 18:49 / cntraveler.com / Nobu Matsuhisa
On the short list of things you need to stay protected from harsh UV rays during your summer travels, a good sun hat goes a long way. Whether you’re hiking along mountain trails, whale watching in Los Cabos, or setting sail on the French Riviera, some sort of head covering to shield your eyes, scalp, and face is an absolute must-have. Thankfully there are a wide selection of styles on the market that are as aesthetically pleasing as they are practical for outdoor adventures.
When you initially think of sun hats, it’s likely that wide-brim designs made of straw or raffia first come to mind. They’re not your only option, though. Whether you're more into bucket hats or baseball caps, there's a hat for every personal style. If you’re not sure where to start, continue ahead for a curated selection of six different types of hats worthy of a spot on your packing list.
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Getting the obvious out of the way, the most commonly worn sun hats are made from natural fibers like straw, rattan, or even paper, and have a distinct warm-weather feel. Comparable to styles that you’d buy for the beach, they come in varying silhouettes—think wide-brim and Western styles that, due to the lack of head security, are best suited for low-impact activities such as lounging by the pool or gardening in your backyard. For those who are interested in taking the look a step further with a more modern approach, consider opting for a crochet version from Lululemon or Lack of Color instead.
Equally as popular, bucket hats are often closely associated with water activities, where a 360-degree brim is most useful, like boating or fishing. Not only does this type of hat offer full coverage, more traditional styles are flexible by design which means they can be folded and packed in your suitcase without ruining the shape. Classic versions of the hat usually have either a flat or floppy rim that can be folded and flipped over when you’re indoors, though more modern iterations can fall somewhere in between.
A sporty staple, the baseball cap's folded brim offers the perfect amount of coverage while still letting your face get a sunkissed glow. Not to mention these caps are a great way to rep your favorite sports team, fashion brand, or city. It’s one of the reasons why streetwear designer Chris Stamp includes a five-panel trucker cap in each of his sold-out ‘Sushi Club’ collections. Whether it means sitting by the pool or playing multiple rounds on the golf course, both Stamp (and Chef Nobu Matsuhisa) rely on the dad-style cap for sun protection—and so can you.
As the name suggests, this silhouette is made with built-in shade for your eyes and, more often than
Fancy spending the summer in Europe? Many of us dream of packing up and renting a beach villa or a city apartment for the months of June, July and August.
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