The hat as a type of headgear appeared a long time ago - in the world the first mention of it appeared back in the past era, and in Europe they first talked about this headdress during the Thirty Years War, when almost all European countries were drawn into hostilities.
Then this headdress served as part of a military uniform. However, women never missed the moment to sneak out any items of men's wardrobe, and the hat was no exception.
Since then, couturiers of that time began to produce chic pieces decorated with various decorative elements.
What?
If in a nutshell, to answer the question of what a hat is, it is a headdress of men and women that has a tulle (the upper part that covers the skull itself) and fields.
There are various variations of this accessory, designed for different people and different styles.
Kinds
Fedora
This model can be considered a classic hat, because its style is made according to all the canons of modeling this headdress. It appeared at the end of the XIX century and since then has not inferior in popularity to other styles.
Fedora can be either male or female - in this regard, it differs only in materials and color.
As a rule, the hat has a rather rigid tulle and soft margins, which can both rise and fall. Often the hat is decorated with a satin ribbon along the bottom edge of the tulle.
He popularized films about the famous gangsters and mafiosi of the first half of the 20th century, which appeared exclusively in the Fedor on the screens of movie theaters and book pages.
Also, earlier in social gatherings it was taken as a sign of respect to esteemed citizens and women to raise their hat over their heads a few centimeters. This gesture especially influenced the fashion trends in the design of hats, adding Fedora even more popularity, which remains to this day.
Trilby
This model is one of the subspecies of the classic fedora, differing from it only in the width of the fields - as a rule, they are very narrow and slightly half-turned to the edges. Traditionally, a trilby hat is considered a headdress for visiting races.
All equestrian enthusiasts are simply obliged to have such a model in their wardrobe in order to comply with the dress code rules adopted in the stands of hippodromes.
Derby
The hat model, made in a truly English style, turned into a women's wardrobe in the early twentieth century and immediately fell in love with many fashionistas.
Her elegant and seasoned style emphasizes the neat features of the correct face shape. This is achieved due to the laconic style - tight-fitting tulle and narrow fields slightly tucked up over the entire diameter of the hat do not allow shadows to fall on the face and its width does not hide the beauty of a woman.
Homburg
At one time, this style took a place in the wardrobe of fashionistas, replacing the bowlers and cylinders that were firmly seated there.
The strict style is represented by the classic combination of narrow upturned fields and tulle, on which the satin ribbon is located, allowed this hat model to become the subject of a business toilet for many officials and fans of the classical style.
Cloche
The surprisingly feminine model, resembling a bell, gained popularity thanks to the incomparable Coco Chanel. It was she who became the trendsetter for this headdress, which is called “bell” in French.
A hat-cloche hat will help emphasize femininity in any look, adding elegance and sophistication to it. It can also be considered a plus that the hat fields, which are smoothly lowered from the top, almost completely cover the forehead, thereby making the woman’s look from underneath a little impudent and challenging.
Tablet
The tablet hat is a flat, cylindrical headdress without borders, worn on the back of the head. Initially, such a hat was an attribute of cult clergy, but thanks to its extraordinary style, it quickly migrated from temples to fashionable catwalks.
At one time, fans of such a hat were the first lady Kennedy, the incomparable Audrey Hepburn and the famous Swedish actress Greta Garbo.
Today, the tablet hat is again at the peak of popularity, successfully complementing the stylish images of business ladies and girls gathering at the crown.
Panama
Panama - a favorite headdress of tourists, who do not want their face to fall under the scorching rays of the southern sun. Thanks to the wide fields, the shadow from them completely covers the face, thereby preventing it from sunbathing.
The first panamas appeared in Latin America, in particular, in Ecuador, where they are one of the items of national clothing. It is interesting that she got her name from the laborers who built the canal of the same name.
Pie
Hat-pie is a pretty stylish hat. It is a classic model with margins and tulle slightly tapering behind. It is customary to wear this hat by moving it slightly on the forehead so that the eyebrows are barely visible.
Wearing such a hat with a strict business suit, any woman will be able to emphasize her exquisite taste, but at the same time she will demonstrate her passionate nature, which is hidden under classic laconic details.
Wedding
The hat in the bride’s wedding suit is, first of all, a rather stylish accessory that can emphasize the purity and purity of the girl and make her even more beautiful.
On the practical side, a hat can replace a veil or become a fixture for it.Also recently, fashion trends have returned the veil to the catwalks, which harmonizes very well with an elegant little hat decorated with flowers to match the bride's bouquet.
In a men's wedding wardrobe, a hat can also be found. As a rule, the model cylinder or bowler hat is used in themed costumes when the outfit of the bride and groom is designed in the style of a particular era.
Summer
In summer, a hat is an indispensable headpiece that protects against heat and sunstroke. Without this subject, it is very difficult to do for many lovers of outdoor recreation.
No matter where you are - on the sea coast, in a stuffy city or in a country house - be sure to buy a hat, because it will not only bring a certain zest and elegance to your image, but also help to maintain good health.
It is especially worth paying attention to beach models, because looking on vacation is good and without spending a lot of time and effort on it is the destiny of any woman's dreams.
Choose a broad-skinned model that hides your face, and you will not only make your image vivid and memorable, but also save yourself the need to apply makeup in hot weather.
Winter
Winter hats are becoming very popular. As a rule, they are made of warm materials - fur, wool, felt, artificial insulation, and also have a visor, which in bad weather can protect your face from rain and snow.
Choose hats from the same material your outer clothing is made of - if you prefer a natural mink fur coat - combine it with a stylish cloche hat made from the same fur; if you chose a cashmere coat, pay attention to hats with a visor made of the same wool.
Then you will be able to create a harmonious image in which all objects successfully overlap with each other.
Fashion Models 2020
Fashion trends have made the hat one of the most stylish accessories. Various models and the most unimaginable decor allow you to include it in various bows, while making it an exclusive and stylish accessory.
It would seem that hats with feathers are long in the past and remained in the memory of many only by associations with musketeers.
But the eminent Couturiers with each new collection prove the opposite: the small bright feathers of small birds, which are decorated with headdresses, make them very extravagant and stylish.
Of course, on the catwalks you can see beautiful models with peacock feathers, but as a rule, from the fashion show, such styles do not fall into the shops of the mass market and do not become mastered in fashionistas’s wardrobe.
Of interest are hats with a veil. Such models will help create the image of a mysterious lady who, with her mystery, can interest any man. And in combination with a high hat top, such a hat looks very unexpected and extravagant.
If you plan to attend a theme party or event where there will be a special dress code, be sure to try on such a dress.
Material
- A classic material for making a hat is straw, processed in a special way.
Such models appeared in ancient Greece, however, they were then called Petasos.
Since then, the straw hat has undergone many changes in both its style and manufacturing method, only one thing has remained unchanged - its comfort, which is felt when wearing such a piece of clothing.
The most common types of straws for making hats today are Florentine and toquilla - products from these stems are of the greatest strength and ease of manufacture.
- Leather hats are also very popular, which, unlike straw hats, are most often designed for the cool season.
They warm perfectly and do not allow the head to get wet from precipitation.
- Tweed hats are a symbol of the English aristocracy.
This material, made of natural wool, has a small pile, usually located horizontally.Thanks to this, this soft and pleasant to the touch material looks great in hats.
- Felt is the most common material for making hats.
He received the title of “hat fabric” primarily for his unique properties - felt is very soft, warm, thin. In addition, it holds its shape perfectly, which is important for the manufacture of molded products. This quality is achieved due to the method of manufacturing the material - it consists of felted wool and the remains of rabbit fluff.
It would seem - waste, but in reality it turns out material that has unique characteristics.
- Recently, velor hats are gaining popularity - such models have a very concise design and a feminine look.
The texture of the fabric is a soft pile, very similar to suede, but in contrast to it, velor can have completely different embossing - vertical, horizontal, transverse, diamond-shaped, etc.
Color
The latest trends in the fashion world dictate only one rule: no rules! Following it, you do not need to worry about the incompatibility of objects in the image, but you should choose a thing, relying solely on your taste.
But for the image to be harmonious in terms of color, you should pay attention to choosing the right shade of the headgear, which sets the whole tone of the ensemble and can significantly affect how your face will look.
So, to slightly refresh the skin color and make the blush more noticeable, pay attention to the hats of green, orange or ocher.
It is recommended to wear yellow and white models only to swarthy girls, burgundy and red will look very impressive on burning brunettes.
Blue-eyed girls are advised to pick up hats in the same blue shades - starting from the color of the sea wave and ending with the blue-black.
Brands
Recently, hats have regained their former popularity, and this has become possible to a greater extent thanks to their creators. Let's consider some of them.
Grimoire (Grimoire)
The company presents on the Russian market the widest selection of hats designed for a wide range of consumers. All models are made by Russian specialists on German equipment, which is an excellent tandem for creating exclusive and high-quality hats.
Each hat produced in the process of creation is carefully monitored more than once, which makes it possible to produce the highest quality and most reliable hats.
The assortment includes models from various materials, but hats made of velor, wool, and angora became the most popular among Grimoire buyers.
The brand can be considered the best in Russia in its segment.
Canoe
The company, which appeared on the Russian market in 1996, has firmly won the position of one of the leaders in the manufacture of quality hats.
Production is located in several factories in the suburbs and is constantly expanding. According to the company, last year alone they put about 14 million people in their hats.
The range is designed for several categories of consumers who can choose a piece of clothing they like. First of all, these are luxury models that will perfectly suit buyers with an income above the average, a classic assortment designed for a wide range of customers, the Street Fashion collection, the main contingent of which is young people, and Young are hats for the smallest.
Maison michel
The brand, born in 1936, quickly won the love of true Parisian fashionistas. Over time, the management of the company changed until in 1995 the company began to work under the auspices of Chanel and under the leadership of the incomparable Letizia Krehey.
It is from this time that a new stage in the development of the company begins, which works according to the testament of the famous Madame Coco. The design of maison michel hats is dominated by lace and hand-embroidered elements, some items have a veil, ears and rims.
Many fashion historians and stylists agreed that this particular brand returned its former glory and popularity to such a headdress as a hat.
Exclusive design, clear features and romanticism intertwined in the models of the brand, never ceasing to amaze fashionistas and constantly admiring connoisseurs of hats.
Cardinal
The company, founded in Moscow in 1989, positions itself as a manufacturer of head jewelry. And it’s hard to argue with that - just look at their range to immediately fall in love with these models.
The factory purchased the latest equipment from Italy, which radically changed production capacities and allowed us to build ambitious plans - to become the best factory in Russia.
We can say that they almost succeeded - most connoisseurs of quality hats prefer products of this particular brand.
Chanel
The incomparable Coco Chanel, who became a trendsetter of an era, could not ignore such an exquisite wardrobe element as a hat.
The model of a tablet equipped with a veil created by her still does not go off the covers of glossy magazines. This hat is preferred by ladies who prefer timeless classics and style.
But time does not stand still, and new models of hats are released in the brand's line, which are distinguished by exquisite simplicity and harmony. If you want everyone around to know about your taste and admire the way you created - do not forget to include an exclusive hat from the fashion house Chanel.
How to choose?
Since the hat is a rather capricious hat in terms of selection to the face shape, when choosing it, you should always be guided by the following rules:
- For a round face, try to abandon the correct shapes and strict lines - a bowler hat, a cylinder, and a tablet - obviously not your models;
- Too long face is not recommended to be worn with high headgear - they will visually lengthen your oval even more;
- For an oval face with wide cheekbones, pay attention to the Fedor model with wide fields - due to them, it balances the width of the face, introducing a horizontal border into the image;
- For voluminous cheeks, it is recommended to choose models that can be worn by sliding to the side. So you hide one side of the face and distract attention from the second with a non-standard style;
- High tulle and short, slightly bent inwards fields will help to add angularity to the face;
- To distract attention from not perfect makeup, you should wear a hat, pulling it a little over your eyes;
- A square face can be hidden under a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses. Agree, a pretty comfortable ensemble for a beach holiday?
Hat Hairstyle
In order to look wonderful not only in a hat, but also when you take it off, you need to choose the right hairstyle.
As a rule, this question causes a lot of difficulties for girls, but in reality there is nothing complicated here.
For example, under a hat with a high top, it is recommended to wear the same high hairstyle, and the lower curls may well peek out from under the headgear. You can also collect hair in a neat bun at the back so that the fields of the hat seem to lie on it.
Exquisitely look hairstyles located along the length of the hair, with tight-fitting models of hats and berets. In this case, all the beauty of your hair will be visible to others, and even if you remove your headgear, you will look irresistible, since the hat will not spoil your image.
With a hat, you can try combining curls. But provided that the hair is quite long. This combination looks very elegant and feminine. The hairstyle will not be disturbed by the hat, thereby you will keep a beautiful appearance both in it and when you remove the hat.
What to wear?
A hat is a great way to demonstrate your femininity and impeccable taste, but it is important to know how to combine it with other items of clothing.
First you need to decide which headgear is right for you.To do this, scroll a little higher and read our tips on how to choose a hat for your face type.
When combined with outerwear, such as a coat, pay attention to the harmony of color. When choosing a cold shade of a hat, your coat should not be in a warm tone, and vice versa.
In terms of style, there should also be harmony, because the hat does not tolerate negligence and bad taste. Do not combine this headdress with an informal hippie or military style. But in the grunge style, a hat is a very important attribute.
If there is a fur beauty in your wardrobe - a fur coat, then you need to choose the appropriate headdress - a modest hat-cloche made of mink or shorn beaver will be very useful.
Beautiful images
A delightful and feminine image, where a wide-brimmed hat favorably emphasizes the facial features of the model. The dress in pastel colors in combination with black looks very stylish, and in an ensemble with suede over the knee boots, luxuriously emphasizes the fragility and grace of a female figure.
A practical and stylish urban-style bow - denim, white blouse, black skinny pants - a great combination for a practical and fashionable girl. Short boots with low heels add mobility and the ability to move around the city without any problems on foot, and Fedor's stylish hat successfully completes this fashionable bow.
A gentle airy beach look - a light sundress in the color of baked milk makes a stay on a sunny day on the street very comfortable. Silver wedge sandals allow you to comfortably walk on the sand and on the sidewalk, and a wide-brimmed hat coupled with sunglasses reliably protects your face from the scorching sun.
An eccentric and fashionable total black look in which everything is in place. Black glasses and a hat, a cropped top and trousers with a high waist - such an ensemble cannot but attract the enthusiastic looks of the surrounding men and envious women. The owner of an ideal figure in such an ensemble will demonstrate her beautiful tummy, without risking to seem a tasteless person.