People have worn hats for a very long time for a variety of reasons: protection from the sun, as an accessory to an outfit, as part of a uniform, or because of religious beliefs. Hats were perceived as a sign of distinction, as a sign of absolute elegance and belonging to an elite circle of people.
However, today hats have become widespread, and now any man can plunge into modern style and add an interesting item to his wardrobe. In this article we will talk about what men's hats are, learn the history of men's hats and look at 10 types of hats that can be worn in the fall, spring and summer.
The history of men's hats
Since their first appearance, hats have undergone significant changes. Initially, the simple hat was called "pileus". It was a headdress worn for religious beliefs or to emphasize status.
One of the first documented images of hats can be considered a painting in a Theban tomb (Egypt), which depicts a man wearing a straw hat. Although this headdress has little in common with the first hat, it shows the importance of this accessory throughout the centuries. The pileus hat is one of the first headdresses that we, humanity, know anything about. It is also worth remembering the Phrygian cap, which was worn by Roman and Greek slaves.
The very first hat with a brim comes from Greece and it was called “petasos”. On many frescoes and sculptures of Greece, the messenger of the gods, Hermes, is immortalized with a petasos on his head. There is an opinion that it was the petasos that became the progenitor of modern hats.
In the Middle Ages, hats began to denote social status. For Jews, as they developed, the favorite headdress became the Jewish hat, known as the yarmulke. Jews still wear it for religious purposes. Interesting fact, in 1215 the fourth Lateran Council proposed the Jewish hat as a way to identify Jews.
It is thanks to the popularization of sports among men that we owe it to hats to be worn for protection from the sun. The tradition of wearing hats at horse racing originated at Royal Ascot in the UK. In accordance with the rules, all guests of events accompanied by the monarch were required to wear hats. A similar dress code was carried over to other events - for example, in America at the Kentucky Derby.
As the hat trend spread throughout the world, baseball teams in America began outfitting their players with hats to increase the players' field of vision in the sun. Later, the hats began to be called baseball caps. Since each team had its own baseball cap, fans began wearing them to show their loyalty and love for the team or individual players. From baseball, hats migrated to other summer sports, and their popularity grew. Baseball caps became more and more colorful, and soon they covered the heads of Americans.
Although men's hats are not suitable for the office, they are ideal for lounging on the beach, strolling along the boardwalk, or casual hikes across town on a warm summer day. Men's summer hats are ideal protection against sunstroke.
Although some hats are unique, all hats have many similarities.
- Crown or crown– the large part of the hat that is responsible for covering and protecting the top of the head. In summer men's hats, this is the lightest and most breathable part of the hat.
- Band- This is a ribbon or strip. It is attached to the bottom of the crown and helps wick moisture away from the head to prevent sweat from dripping onto the forehead or eyes. The band is often adjusted using a cord that can be pulled out to tighten it. Also, the name grosgrain or pugari is often used - they should not be confused with band. These names are used for the outer part of the hat, and the band is located on the inside.
- Visor- This is the hard part of the hat that extends from the front of the crown to protect the eyes from sun and rain.
- Edge or field- serves the same purpose as the visor, however it is located not only in front, but along the entire plane of the headdress.
How to choose the size of a men's hat
For most hats, the best way to determine size is to try it on your head. Measurements can be taken in centimeters or inches. They are difficult to understand. Please refer to the table below. Measure the circumference of your head using a tailor's measuring tape (colloquially called a "meter"), wrapping it around your skull at a height of 2-3 cm above ear level or approximately in the middle of the forehead.
Unfortunately, many people today choose hats in sizes S, M, L, or even choose “one size fits all.” However, these hats will not fit you well. If the garment is too small, it will give you headaches. Of course, in a hat store you can try on different hats, just try on a few pieces.
Size chart for men's hats
| Head circumference (cm) | Head circumference (inches) | Russia | England | USA | International |
| 54 | 21.6 | 54 | 7 2/3 | 6 3/4 | XXS |
| 55 | 21.6 | 55 | 6 3/4 | 8 1/3 | XS |
| 56 | 22 | 56 | 8 1/3 | 7 | S |
| 57 | 22.4 | 57 | 7 | 7 1/3 | M |
| 58 | 22.8 | 58 | 7 1/3 | 7 1/4 | L |
| 59 | 23.2 | 59 | 7 1/4 | 7 3/8 | XL |
| 60 | 23.6 | 60 | 7 3/8 | 7 1/2 | XXL |
| 61 | 24 | 61 | 7 1/2 | 8 2/3 | XXL |
| 62 | 24.4 | 62 | 8 2/3 | 7 3/4 | XXXL |
| 63 | 24.8 | 63 | 7 3/4 | 7 7/8 | XXXL |
| 64 | 25 | 64 | 7 7/8 | 8 | XXXXL |
| 65 | 25.6 | 65 | 8 | 8 1/8 | XXXXL |
Types of men's hats
Modern manufacturers rely on versatility and coverage of a large number of types and styles. Men's hats can easily be transformed into original items that complement an outfit, becoming its inspiring and finishing touch.
As summer approaches, it's time to choose the most sophisticated accessory that will allow you to get the most out of the summer season. So, 10 types of men's hats that deserve your attention:
Panama (The Panama Hat)
The Panama hat, which is also known as the straw hat, originated from the wide-brimmed straw hat in central Ecuador. It was made from the intertwined leaves of the Carludovica palmate plant, which is known locally as the hipihape palm.
Panama is a light-colored hat, lightweight and highly breathable. There are those who claim that a Panama hat can hold 4-5 liters of water without a single drop falling down.
What to wear with a hat: The Panama hat is associated with the seaside, and in the summer it is complemented with suits, moccasins and aviator sunglasses.
Trilby Hat
The men's Trilby hat is very similar to the Fedora hat. However, the Trilby has a shorter edge that is also curled up slightly.
Traditionally, a Trilby hat is made from rabbit wool. However, Trilby became popular when it was made from materials such as tweed, straw, wool and wool-nylon blends.
What to wear with a hat: A trilby can be worn with cotton shirts, chinos or a cotton suit and suede shoes.
Men's pork pie hat (from the English pork pie - “pork pie”)
A pork pie hat is a felt or straw hat with a cylindrical crown and a flat top. It is usually short (from 7 to 10 centimeters in height) and has a special recess in the upper part. The hat received its name for its resemblance to the dish pork pie. For many years, the pork pie hat has been one of the most important signs of British style.
What to wear with a hat: A porg pie can be paired with thin fitted jackets, fitted in light colors and, it can also be complemented with a button-down collar shirt with various accessories and a silk tie with an interesting print.
The Flat Cap
The men's flat top hat, also known as a "bannet" in Scotland, is a rounded English cap with a small stiff brim at the front. It is made from wool and cotton, most often from tweed. The lining on the inside is usually made of silk. This style can be traced back to the 14th century. The dress owes its origin to British immigrants.
What to wear with a hat: an English cap is suitable for. A men's hat reaches its perfection when combined with everyday outfits. It can be worn with almost anything. You can wear the English cap with cotton shorts, slim-fit jeans, polo shirts, various casual belts or coats.
Fedora
A fedora is a felt hat, generally intended for men. The headdress is usually bent longitudinally at the bottom of the crown and has indentations in the front on both sides. Also, soft felt can be compressed into a teardrop-shaped crown or have a dent in the center. The types of folds in Fedora differ markedly. Typically the height of the crown is 11.4 centimeters.
What to wear with a fedora: A fedora can be worn with cotton shirts, straight trousers and lightweight sports jackets. You can also experiment with suede brogues and round sunglasses.
Homburg
The men's Homburg hat is a smart, formal version of the fedora. Homburg is the best option for a formal dress code. It has the same rolled brim as the Fedora. In addition, the fields themselves have a more rigid structure. It should be noted that the Homburg hat does not have side indentations like the Fedora, but there is a small indentation on the top of the crown.
What to wear with a Homburg hat: the best option is a men's classic suit. Perhaps this is one of the few hats that can be worn in business style.
Boater (translated from French canotier - “rower”, English boater)
A boater is a summer hat, exclusively for men. It is also known as a "straw boater", "skimmer" or "somer". The boater is made of stiff straw and is complemented by a stiff flat crown and a brim with solid or striped grosgrain around the crown.
The boater was popular as an everyday summer headdress in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today the boater is a symbol of Venice and the traditional headdress of gondoliers.
What to wear with a boater hat: can be worn with T-shirts, jeans and plaid shirts in an informal casual style. By the way, a boater can be worn under a light-colored summer suit for a more elegant masculine style.
Octagonal Cap (The Newsboy Cap – “Newsboy Hat”)
The octagonal cap, also called the "Gatsby" cap, has many similarities with the English cap. It has a common shape and a hard visor in front, but the shape of the hat is fuller and has eight corners. Additionally, it has a small button on the top.
In the 1920s, the octagon became widespread in people's clothing during military conflicts of the first half of the 20th century.
What to wear with a hat: An octagonal hat goes well with denim shirts, slim-fit trousers, jeans and light scarves.
The Baseball Cap
A baseball cap is a soft hat with a rounded crown and a hard visor in the front of the headdress. The frontal part may have a team logo or other symbols, as the baseball cap is often used by sports teams as souvenirs or fan paraphernalia. There may be a clip at the back of the hat to adjust the baseball cap to fit your head.
Perhaps today, this is one of the most common men's hats in the world. A baseball cap is that rare item that outgrows any style and changes very little over time.
What to wear with a hat: A baseball cap can often be seen in combination with casual or sportswear items. You can wear it with casual trousers (chinos or khakis), jeans, cotton T-shirts and jackets, sneakers and suede boots.
The Cap
An ordinary baseball cap inspired the military to experiment, and they sewed a cap for their needs. The cap has a hard rounded visor and a flat top. Unlike a baseball cap, a cap has a soft crown over its entire surface, while in a baseball cap the front part (frontal) has a seal in the form of a plastic insert, thick fabric or foam rubber. Cotton and nylon are mainly used in the production of caps.
What to wear with a hat: The cap can be worn with regular t-shirts and trousers that match the men's casual wardrobe items.
The Peaked Cap
The cap is also known as a "forage hat". This form of headdress is used by the armies of many states, as well as paramilitary civilian organizations. The cap has a crown, band and visor. The visor is quite short. Previously it was made of leather, but today it is made of shiny plastic.
What to wear with a hat: a cap can be a bold and provocative headdress if worn in civilian life. The cap goes well with trousers, jeans and shirts, as well as with any casual items of clothing. If you are a motorcycle enthusiast, you can wear it with a leather jacket or a biker jacket (but in no case instead of a helmet while riding).
Hats for men have been used for their intended purpose since ancient times. Thanks to them, representatives of the stronger sex escaped from cold, heat and other atmospheric phenomena. Nowadays, hats have become more of a fashion accessory. It will not be difficult for anyone to choose a product of this type, since you can easily find a model that suits your image, taste, financial capabilities and style. Today we will look at the most interesting and popular men's hats.
A little history
If a woman's headdress in the history of Rus' was a tribute to tradition and decoration (a married woman was obliged to cover her hair), then a man's headdress was an indicator of status. The higher it was, the more significant the position its owner occupied. The slaves did not cover their heads at all.
Men's hats were usually removed only at home or in church. At the same time, they could be worn at boyar and royal meetings, as well as at weddings.
Types of hats for men
This wardrobe element today is presented in almost all versions. You need to buy a specific model based on its purpose, as well as the style of clothing. Next, let's look at the most interesting headdresses.
A cap
Such winter hats for men in Rus' were very widespread, although they originally appeared among princes. Thus, the first images of princes in hats date back to the eleventh century. Their shape was the same: a spherical crown with a fur edge. In the sagas they are called the “Old Russian fur hat.”
The rich wore models made of thin cloth or velvet, while noble princes wore brocade models (silk with a base of silver or gold metal threads), decorated with precious stones, gold and silver. In summer, this item of clothing had a trim made of beaver, sable or fox. In winter, they were entirely lined with fur.
Yarmulka
Considering fur hats for men, we can also say about the yarmulke (“muromka”). The crown of these hats widens upward, may have lapels and be decorated. The end of the cap was sometimes decorated with a silver tip.
Cap
The cap is one of the oldest forms of men's headdress in Rus'. His image is found on bracelets of the 12th century and in Kyiv on a fresco of the famous St. Sophia Cathedral.
In the XIII-XVII centuries these were one of the most popular headdresses. Rich people in the summer wore satin caps (mostly white), fastening a bead (necklace) around the edges, decorated with pearls, precious stones, etc. In winter, the caps were trimmed inside with fur and turned out with the same part. Additionally, a longitudinal incision was made at the back and front.
Poor people also wore caps: in the summer - from ordinary cloth, and in the winter - from sheepskin. They were decorated with buckles, buttons, brooches and cufflinks.
Tafya
When evaluating headdresses for men that came from the east, you need to tell us what tafya is. It is a variation of the famous skullcap. Rich people, mainly princes, often wore them indoors, covering only the top of their heads with them. These small hats were made from morocco (thin soft leather made from brightly colored goat and sheep skins), brocade and velvet, and decorated with pearls, silk and gold.
Cap
Caps are a basic element of the image of every young man who leads an active lifestyle and prefers modern headwear. Autumn for men should be as comfortable as possible. Such products protect from rain and go well with sportswear or casual clothing. They also look good with hoodies, sweatshirts, trousers and jeans.
Beret
Winter hats for men, such as berets, which are popular in Europe, have not yet taken root in our country, although we believe that the situation will soon change. The beret is combined with a straight cut or a bomber jacket, which has been fashionable for the last few seasons. It must be taken into account that we are talking about “noble” models, and not about taxi drivers’ berets.
Appearance Features
If you want the hat to be the final touch of your image, do not forget about the features of your own appearance when choosing a model. Therefore, carefully examine your reflection in the mirror and you can begin to look for the best option for decorating and insulating your head. Also, do not forget that there are different ones for men, so you can’t make a mistake with your choice.
Figure
The taller you are, the larger the shape your hat should be. For short men, a small headdress is suitable, while tall men should give preference to flat or wide products, most importantly - not miniature, tight-fitting options. Tall and slender men look great in hats. A large, light-colored headdress is ideal for broad-shouldered people. Overweight guys should choose wide-brimmed hats.
Face shape
Round - these men will suit voluminous Panama hats, berets, and asymmetrical options. Pillbox hats and bulky hats should be avoided, in other words, no extremes. In addition, a sports cap emphasizes the fullness of the face.
Oval - almost any model is suitable for such a universal shape. In this case, caps with a flat visor, asymmetrical hats, berets, and classic hats look especially good. Although for an oval face you should not buy headdresses that extend upward, as well as tight-fitting hats.
Triangular - non-tight, small and narrow-brimmed headscarves are suitable.
Square - the best choice for these men is a hat with earflaps, sports options and an asymmetrical model. It is advisable for owners of this to abandon bandanas and hats with brims.
A haircut
For young people with straight and short hair, a sports hat, earflaps or bowler hat is suitable. Those with short haircuts should choose Panama hats or caps. Men with long and straight hair need to purchase and For guys with curly long hair, hats, berets and knitted caps are the best options.
Cloth
Hats for men should also be combined with clothing, both in color and style. So, a hat will look good with a coat and raincoat. A knitted hat is suitable for a short jacket. Hats with mixed textures are worn with a sheepskin coat.
When choosing a men's hat, consider other characteristics: comfort, style, functionality, material, practicality, appropriateness, versatility and seasonality. In addition, you should take into account the climatic conditions of your region and fashion trends regarding this accessory.
Women's hats are the most important and obligatory part of everyday and festive Russian clothing. A headdress could tell a lot about its owner, i.e. it was a “talking” part of the national costume. Let's try to understand the rules of wearing and types of women's hats.
By the headdress it was possible to determine which province the woman came from, what her social status was, her approximate income, but most importantly, whether she was married or a girl of marriageable age.
The division in hairstyles between young unmarried girls and married women was very clear. A girl always wore one braid and always (in the warm season) exposed the top of her head and the braid itself, while a married woman had to braid two braids and at the same time hide her hair from prying eyes. In those days, there was even such a wedding ritual - a girl’s braid was unraveled and then remade into a special woman’s hairstyle.
The girls' braids were decorated with ribbons, but the main beauty of a woman's hairstyle was long, shiny, healthy hair, by which grooms could judge the health of a potential bride. A married woman's two braids symbolized a couple - husband and wife. A married woman's head should always be covered with a scarf or headdress, not allowing even a strand to fall out from under it.
It was considered a huge shame to goof off - i.e. remain bareheaded. Even if the cover was torn off accidentally, for example during a quarrel, the woman had the right to go to court to punish the offender.
Braids were unraveled only during magical rites, during childbirth or at the funeral of parents.
Vintage hats
A scarf on the head of a married woman, especially after the Baptism of Rus', was considered a symbol of female purity and nobility, obedience and humility before her husband and God.
It was also believed that a married woman demonstrated her dependence on her husband with a scarf, and a stranger could not touch or disturb her. The scarf gave a woman a feeling of protection, security, belonging to her husband, and also added femininity, modesty and chastity.
The main women's headdress for girls had a single base - a wreath (bandage, headband)
Koruna (koruna, hoop, chiltse, pochelok, duckweed, crown) - Slavic maiden headdress, from the same series as the wreath
Kichka - a headdress on a solid base, was distinguished by its variety and imagination of the solution. Only by shape they distinguish tussocks as horned, hoof-shaped, spade-shaped, bowler-shaped, in the form of a hoop, oval, semi-oval, etc.
Borushka (morkhatka, morshen, collection) is a headdress for married women, belonging to the type of kokoshnik-collections. Soft hat embroidered with gold and silver threads
Soroka - an ancient Russian headdress for married women
Nametka (namitka) is an ancient traditional women's headdress of the Eastern Slavs. It is a strip of very thin white kuzhel fabric, tied in a special way around the head
Povoynik (povoy, povoyets from povovat; Ukrainian ochipok; Belarusian kaptur) - an ancient headdress of married women, which was a linen cap, sometimes with a hard headband, decorated with galloon, completely covering the hair, braided in two braids
Ubrus - part of a married woman's headdress - a towel, a rectangular cloth 2 meters long and 40-50 cm wide, richly decorated with embroidery
It was placed around the head on top of a podubrnik (a soft cap that covered the hair) and tied or pinned with pins.
Kokoshnik is the most famous women's headdress. True, in the form in which we are accustomed to seeing it (in the Snow Maiden, for example, with an outward braid) it is a modern invention. Kokoshnik in its original form - a cap on the head
One-horned kokoshnik is a rich headdress for a married woman; the hair at the back was hidden under a scarf. Embroidery, the number of jewelry and size showed the social status of the woman
The base of the kokoshnik was made of glued or quilted canvas or cardboard. On top, the base was covered with fabric and decorated with embroidery, foil, beads, precious stones, flowers, and pearls. The back of the head of the kokoshnik was often covered with embroidery.
The kokoshnik consists of a headpiece (a semicircle on the front side) and a hairpiece or bottom (a cap at the back). The kokoshnik was tied at the back with ribbons. Along the edges of the kokoshnik there could be pearl threads - ryasny, and in front there was a net of pearls - underneath.
Two-horned kokoshnik
One-horned kokoshniks (far right - with cones - the personification of fertility)
Kokoshnik is a festive headdress and it comes in different types: one-horned, two-horned and saddle-shaped kokoshnik, as well as in the form of a hat with a flat bottom and a high brim
Vintage women's holiday outfits
Ekaterina Malyarova
There are a huge variety of types of headwear: hats, caps, berets, hats, etc. Hats are in demand at any time of the year, in any climate, on a variety of occasions.
Previously, headdresses served as symbolic elements of clothing (think crowns, tiaras, tiaras), which emphasized the rank of the wearer and membership in a certain group (for example, clergy).
This is due to the fact that the headdress visually elongates a person’s height (and, therefore, elevates him above other people), and is also at the level of the viewer’s gaze. It turns out that the headdress is what first of all attracts attention. In Rus', boyars often wore high caps, and women wore kokoshniks. The higher the rank, the higher the headdress. This is where the expression “Senka’s hat goes.”
Nowadays, a headdress is an accessory that serves to protect the head from weather conditions, and also emphasizes the individual style of a person. Sometimes just one original headdress is enough, and your image will sparkle with bright colors, attracting the attention of others. The main rule when choosing a headdress is to choose one in which you will look organic.
A cap
Among the many headdresses, the leader remains the hat. Hats come in a wide variety: knitted, cashmere, wool, large and fine knit, etc. Nowadays two styles are especially popular - a hat with a pom-pom and a beanie hat.
A knitted hat with a pompom is an indispensable attribute of a stylish winter wardrobe. It looks cheerful, stylish, youthful.
Another fashionable hat is the beanie. This is a knitted hat without ties, patterns or pompoms, with a slightly elongated shape. Its name comes from the English word “beanie”. Initially, beanies were worn by representatives of the working class - mechanics, carpenters, welders. Now a beanie is a stylish accessory for any fashionista.
Special mention should be made about fur hats. Fur is not only a warm material, but also a luxurious one, serving as an indicator of status. Fur hats come in a variety of shapes and styles, but earflaps, malachai and busby hats are especially popular.
Ushanka hats were worn mainly by men in the recent Soviet past. Now, without this comfortable and warm hat, it’s hard to imagine harsh frosty days. Both women and men wear earflaps, regardless of age and social status. The democratic appearance of this hat suggests wearing it with any outerwear, even a down jacket.
A malachai hat is a fur hat with a ponytail. Malachai was previously worn by northern peoples. Gradually, malachai migrated to Asian culture, and from there it moved into European fashion. Looks good in combination with a sheepskin coat.
A busby is a fur hat that used to be part of the hussar's military uniform. Initially, the busby was very tall, but gradually its size became medium, at this time it can resemble a fur strip around the head. This hat looks very elegant; it will perfectly complement the look with an expensive coat of a classic cut or a fur coat.
If you have not yet replenished your wardrobe with a beautiful hat, this is a big omission. The hat not only serves to protect the head from rain and wind, it makes the overall image more interesting and original. The most popular hat shapes are the wide-brimmed hat and the fedora. These styles have not gone out of fashion for a long time.
A wide-brimmed hat evokes mystery and mystery. Pair with large sunglasses for a retro look straight out of the 70s. In the autumn-winter period, such a hat can be successfully combined with a fitted coat.
A short-brimmed fedora certainly has more uses than a wide-brimmed hat. It can be worn with both a jacket and a jacket.
Another category of hats that should be discussed separately is summer straw hats. Such hats are usually worn on vacation. They imply a free, relaxed style. A summer straw hat will become an indispensable assistant on the beach, protecting your head from the scorching sun.
For those who have not yet decided on a headdress, a cap is an excellent option. This headdress is designed for experimentation.
Kepi, or the colloquial name for this headdress - cap, exists in various styles and styles: cap, coppola, baseball cap.
The cap originally appeared in France and was worn by military personnel and schoolchildren in the 19th century. The cap is made of dense material that allows it to keep its shape well.
Coppola is exactly that headpiece, which we simply call a cap. Coppola was popular with Sicilian taxi drivers; you could say it was part of their uniform. Nowadays, coppola is worn all over the world by both women and men.
Baseball cap is a sports cap. Since now the sports theme is on the crest of a wave, and things from a sports wardrobe have migrated to everyday wear, a baseball cap is worn not only with jeans and sweatpants, but also with a skirt and high-heeled shoes. Don’t be afraid of bold combinations - in our time this is welcome.
Scarf/snood
Nowadays it is very fashionable to put a scarf on your head, or a snood - a hybrid of a scarf and a hat. This headdress is universal, as it fits with any clothing: from a down jacket to a fur coat. A long scarf can be wrapped around both your head and neck. It will protect from the wind and keep you warm on a frosty day. The main task is to choose the appropriate color, texture, material, size. A thin scarf can be tied on your head in the form of a turban, creating an exotic, original look.
The tradition of covering one's head with a headdress came from ancient times, when such a custom had rather a religious background. Today, with the help of hats, caps and all kinds of caps, people, due to practicality, shelter from weather conditions, and also, due to aesthetics, decorate their external image and style. The types of men's hats, of which there are several dozen today, deserve special attention.
With the help of a headdress, men not only protect their heads from the harsh Russian winters, but also emphasize their style and appearance. Modern designers and fashion houses offer constantly updated collections of products of various styles, shapes, weaving and knitting methods, colors and prints. When creating such wardrobe items, experts took into account seasonal characteristics, age, preferences and different styles of men's clothing.
Fashion trends never stand still, constantly offering new trends and styles. The same applied to men’s hats, which have been radically modified and improved over the centuries. Today, caps and hats for men come in more than 20 varieties and types to meet the needs of men of all ages and walks of life.
Expert opinion
Helen Goldman
Male stylist-image maker
A modern man's wardrobe should have at least 3 different types of hats. First of all, a comfortable and versatile hat for everyday wear. There must also be a product in a strict classic style for a formal setting. And the third headdress can be the model that matches the character and hobbies of the man.
Bandana
We are talking about a headscarf or a regular scarf, with which a man can cover his head from direct sunlight. This style is most often preferred by bikers and young people.
Hood
In this case, military and Cossack men's headdresses are presented in the form of a pointed hood with elongated blades. This headdress was worn to cover the head from bad weather conditions, tying the ends around the neck.
Baseball cap
This type of cap began to be worn by baseball players during the game, covering their face and head from the sun. Today, baseball caps are preferred by men of all ages, regardless of lifestyle.
Beret
This headdress first appeared in the Middle Ages. Visually, it resembles a cap, but with a rounded shape and without a visor. Almost every artist has a couple of beret models in his wardrobe.
Capless cap
The same cap hat, but without a visor, which is where the name comes from. Most often, such a headdress can be seen on men in the army.
Bolivar
One of the varieties of the cylinder, which was glorified in Pushkin’s “Eugene Onegin”.
Bomber
A modern type of headdress for men, which visually resembles a hat with earflaps. Typically the product is made of leather with sheepskin trim.
Boyarka
The name of the product already speaks for itself; this is an original Russian headdress worn by boyars. The top of the hat is made of fur, there is a silk lining inside, and there is also a velvet cap.
Budenovka
This is a helmet with the shape of a warrior’s helmet from the period of the 15th century, which was worn by Red Army soldiers, emphasizing their heroism and greatness.
Galero
This style of hat was worn in the past by cardinals, it was a red wide-brimmed hat with 15 tassels hanging down the sides.
Gangster hat
In this case we are talking about a classic hat with a brim and three dents on the sides and top of the crown. Second title.
Bicorne
This type of headdress can be seen in images of Napoleon himself. In those days, all officials and officers wore this type of hat.
Yarmulka
This type of headdress is worn by all religious Jews to this day. We are talking about a small cap without brim or lapels, covering only the top of the head.
Jockey
A sports model of a helmet-shaped hat with a small visor, which is worn today by horse riders.
Kamilavka
This type of headdress is part of the Orthodox religion. Visually, the hat is made in the form of a cylinder expanding upward; the kamilavka can be black, red and purple.
Boater
This hat with a rigid shape came from France, where it was made of straw, decorated with a cylindrical low crown and small straight brims.
Capello Romano
A Roman hat shape that resembles the shape of the planet Saturn. This is a round hat made of durable fabrics, which has a hemispherical crown and straight wide brim.
Hood
This headdress goes along with outerwear, intended to cover the head from wind and precipitation.
Kartuz
One of the forms of cap that was popularized in European armies of the 15th-17th centuries.
Helmet
This headdress is made in the form of a helmet to protect the head from mechanical influences. The helmet was first worn by military people, and today by all workers in dangerous fields.
Casket
This is one of the types of helmet, but it protects the head from external irritants, and not from injury.
Kepi
A type of men's cap, which is supposed to have a small horizontal visor.
Cap
This cap is distinguished by a solid bottom shape, a round crown and the presence of a straight wide visor. .
Cowl
This headdress was worn by monks; it then consisted of a cylinder with a cut-off brim “kamilavka” and basted black fabric that covered the back of the man’s head.
Cowboy hat
It can be a hat made of straw, felt or even leather with a round crown, the top of which is slightly concave, and also with the brim bent on both sides towards the top.
Cap
This product is made in a conical and slightly rounded shape, and today it comes in several varieties. This could be a humorous jester's hat, a chef's hat, or a Santa Claus hat.
Confederate
This headdress is the national cap of Poland, characterized by a quadrangular top. Often academic graduates wore headdresses of this style, hence the name confederate.
Bowler
Such hats for men were widely popular among Europeans. The bowlers were made with neat and small brims, in a hemispherical shape, made of hard materials.
Kubanka
A low hat, which was made in a flat cylindrical shape. It was originally worn by Cossacks, and later the kubanka began to be popularized by women.
Ski hat
A modern model of warm hats for winter sports enthusiasts. It is usually made of warm materials and bright colors, complemented by a bubo or pompom.
Hunting hat
A distinctive feature of this hat is the presence of two visors in front of the head and behind, as well as two side parts to cover the ears. The front visor of the headdress is intended to protect the face from the sun, the remaining parts are intended to protect from wind and cold. A hat of this style became famous with the help of the image of Sherlock Holmes.
Papakha
A military type of headdress made of astrakhan fur or sheepskin. This model became widespread among the Cossacks.
Cap
A military hat with a flattened shape on the sides, which was made of lightweight materials. The front of the cap was decorated with a coat of arms or other military identification marks.
Pork Pie
A hat that got its name due to its special shape and similarity to a pork pie. Visually, it resembles a bowl, a cylindrical crown of small height with a hollow in a circle, reminiscent of how housewives pinch a pie.
Fisherman's hat
This accessory is made from light olive-colored fabrics, decorated in a themed style with hooks, fish and various lures.
Straw hat
Classic straw model with spreading brim. This accessory option is used by both sexes only during the hot season of the year to protect against sunlight.
Sombrero
A thematic national hat, which is made in the shape of a cone-shaped crown and wide brims, raised upward with rounded edges. This type of headdress has been worn by Mexican musicians for centuries.
Tweed hat
Thick wool tweed will carefully protect your head from windy weather. At the same time, the product is soft to the touch with a small pile, made with diagonal weave of threads. This year's new trend is the melange tweed hat.
Cocked hat
This type of hat involves folding the brim so that three corners are formed. Today, this style has lost popularity due to the appearance of the bicorne.
Tribley
Visually, this hat resembles the Fedora model, but it has a small and narrowed brim, as well as a trapezoidal crown with hollows in the center and on both sides.
Skullcap
Today, the skullcap is presented in different variations - with a round or square top, flat and pointed, dense or light in materials, but always a bright cap with national decor. The skullcap belongs to the Uzbek national costume and is worn to this day.
Turban
This type of headdress is the national treasure of the Persian people. Back then, a turban was called a turban, when a piece of material was tied around the head, standing out from the crowd with such an accessory.
Ushanka
This is an original Russian headdress that has been popular among men of all ages for several hundred years. A voluminous hat in the form of a round or square helmet, which continues with two edges below the ears, with ties. Made from leather, suede, fur.
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Fedora
The fedora hat is perhaps the most common type of men's hat. The crown is made of a trapezoidal shape, and there are hollows in its very center and on both sides. If we talk about the classic model, it is made of soft felt.
Fez
The Ottoman Empire is remembered by many people not only for its luxurious outfits, but also for its national headdress - the fez. Visually, it resembles a wide cap with rounded edges, which was made of red woolen fabric, complemented with a tassel.
Finka
- a warm winter hat for men, which has a flat shape and a band descending from the fur (back of the head). Thanks to this shape, the product firmly covers the head, ears and neck from wind and frost.
Cap
This accessory is worn by police officers, as well as civilian men. The headdress must have a solid visor and a stable band.
Homburg
A type of felt hat for men, which should have a curved brim and a ribbon around the crown. And in the center of the crown there is always a longitudinal hollow.
Cylinder
In this case, we are talking about a cylinder-shaped hat with a fairly high top and neat narrow brim. The peak of popularity of men's top hats occurred in the 19th century.
Shapoklyak
The famous hat, which stands for shapo - hat and klyak - slap. Visually, the hat resembles a cylinder, but this type of headdress could be folded.
Hats in modern society
If we consider any of the above names of headdresses, we can conclude that only a few have reached modern male society. Of these models, the hats that have not lost their relevance are Fedora, Trible, Baseball cap, Kepi, Cap, Gangster hat, Tweed and Straw hat. Also today, fur, knitted and voluminous hats are at the peak of popularity.
Designers distinguish men's hats into several groups. For example, household products for everyday wear, discreet and laconic models. There are also special-purpose hats that involve a professional and sports design (for example, baseball caps, hard hats, academic caps, caps, caps, etc.). Experts also offer models for all seasons of the year - demi-season, summer and winter options.
Conclusion
All of the listed types of men's hats originate from past eras and centuries, and only some of them have not lost their relevance to this day. Experts note that modern caps and hats for men are not so much practical and functional wardrobe items, but rather accessories for creating individual style and image.
