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Guide to Men's Hats

by Joyce Amerson

Thinking about getting a new hat, but are a little confused as to which type you should purchase? There are so many different styles of men's hats that it can be hard to decide which hat will best suit you and the look you are trying to achieve. In order to help you decide, which men's hats you should try, here are some helpful guidelines to follow.

Straw Hats

Straw hats are great for relieving the sun while you are outside in the garden or even out by the lake. The Scala UV protection organic straw outback hat keeps the sun off your face and helps protect you from harmful UV rays.

Cowboy Hats

Whether you are a hometown cowboy or a man who prefers the look of a Western hat compared to others, then a cowboy hat is perfect for you. It's got style, but it can also help relieve the sun from your eyes. The Varmint Fur Cowboy Hat from'Hatcountry,'is classic western with its fur blend and cattle crown. It will look like you just rode away on a horse from the Lone Ranger set.

Beach Hats

The Featherweight Bucket Hat by Coolibar is perfect for the vacationer or the everyday beach goer. It is lightweight and offers UV protection from the sun. It is easily washable and can be packed easily, so it is perfect for any traveler.

Dress Hats

Panama and Fedora hats are the primary dress hats. They are classy and sophisticated and look great with a pair of white linen pants or a pinstripe suit. The Palm Safari Straw Hat from Hatcountry'is made out of natural straw giving you the distinguished but also casual look.

Golf Hats

If you are out on the golf course, you need some sort of sun protection. A golf cap is perfect because it is lightweight and offers shade on your face so you are able to see the ball. The PING 50th Anniversary Unstructured Golf Hat from Scorelow is a one size fits all cap with a curved bill.

Beanie Hats

These hats are great for the winter sports enthusiast or for simply going sledding! The North Face Dome II Beanie keeps you head warm while having fun outside. Looking good while playing outdoors never looked so good.

Casual Caps and Visors

If you are more of the causal male, you may want to just stick with a casual cap or visor. A cap will provide you more protection from the sun and weather, while a visor will keep the sun out of your face without ruining your hair. The Jon Linen Flex Cap by Ben Sherman from Lids offers comfort and style with its linen material and stretched fit. The Prada Nylon Visor from Hathunter'has an adjustable stretch band so it can fit virtually anyone.

There are so many men's hats out there, that you may actually have a hard time choosing only one! The next time you get ready for a date or a day out in the park, why not change your look up a bit by adding a hat to the wardrobe. They are fun and extremely useful!

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