Straw Hats for Women

Open crown styles are the most practical choice for summer. The American Hat Company Tuf Cooper and Rodeo King HD Bangora both come in a lighter brim that suits a smaller frame. The Rodeo King Jute 3.5" has the shortest brim making it an ideal everyday hat. The Twister 2 Cord and American Hat Company with 4.5" and 5" brims respectively offer better sun protection.

Why Straw Hats for Warm Weather

Straw is built for the heat. The open weave lets air move through the hat which keeps the head cooler. A palm or bangora straw like the Resistol Centerline or Rodeo King HD holds its shape well and is still light. For anyone who spends long days outdoors in warm weather, a straw hat is the practical everyday choice.

Open Crown or Precreased

Most straw hats come with an open crown and are unshaped which allows you to crease the hat to your own preference at a hat shop or shape it by hand over time. Precreased styles like the Resistol Centerline arrive shaped with a standard western crease, ready to wear straight out of the box.

FAQ

Are straw cowboy hats good for hot weather?

Yes. Straw is the best hat material for warm weather. The open weave lets air move through the hat keeping your head cooler.

What brim width should I choose?

A wider brim gives more shade and sun protection while a shorter brim is lighter and stays out of the way. Our straw hats range from a 3.5" brim to a 5" brim. Choosing comes down to how much coverage you want and what suits your frame.

What is the difference between an open crown and precreased straw hat?

An open crown hat arrives unshaped giving you the option to crease it to your own preference while a precreased hat arrives shaped with a standard western crease.

How do I care for a straw cowboy hat?

Handle the hat by the brim rather than the crown to keep its shape and store it upside down on the crown or on a hat rack. Keep it dry where possible, as straw loses its shape when wet.

Straw Cowboy Hats for Women