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By Christine Chacha I am not a very big fan of hats. But I admire anyone who can pull off the hat look. No one can contest that they create an aura of mystery and elegance and get you noticed. Take films for example. Remember Johnny Depp’s hat on Pirates of the Caribbean? His hat was more than functional; and has become his signature piece todate. In Changeling, Angelina Jolie’s cloches was the only thing that kept me glued, they were exotic, seductive and stylish. The old saying goes 'If you want to get ahead and get noticed, then get a hat'. Hats draw the attention to your face. Hats however are not a yesterday trend. Humans have covered their heads since time immemorial. Initially they served as protective gear, but soon they became a symbol of status and authority. Then they were on to uniforms, then art and before long they were a fashion item. After the Victorian times, hats lost their allure. But in the 1980s, Princess Diana popularized, as special occasions and wedding accessories by favouring them to add a sense of sophistication to her persona. The craze didn’t last long, and hats are not part of today’s accessory must have. But take a cue from fashionistas, and stock up at least two hats for those emergency times when your hair is headed south or when it’s too hot. Among the popular ones are romantic berets, daring kepis, fedoras, sports caps, wide brimmed straw hats and military hats. Rock the trend Cloche hats Cloche hats are fitted, bell-shaped hats that were popular in the 1920’s. Worn tightly over the head, they should be pulled down to just above the eyebrows. They can be worn on an everyday basis indoor as well as outdoors. They are usually considered day hats, but can be appropriate for night if they’re a darker colour or are embellished with lace, sequins and crystals. They are perfect with any feminine slanted outfit. Think: A-line dress, full skirt, pencil skirt or tailored trousers. Wide-brimmed hat You already know the straw, wide-brimmed hats with extra-wide brims (at least 5 inches). Stylish wide-brimmed hats usually have some sort of tilt or curve to the brim. Worn exclusively outside, wide-brimmed hats are perfect for beach or pool outings and camping trips. Wear a wide-brimmed hat with a maxi-dress, sundress, shorts or jeans. Fedora You have seen them in the old movies, worn by gangsters also called cowboy hats. Although they are considered masculine, they were also worn by women back in the 18th century. They are not easy to wear because they diminish the femininity of an outfit. The most common way to wear fedoras is with men’s-wear inspired clothes—tailored trousers, suspenders, oxford shirts and vests. Military hat Military hats are also referred to as Castro hats because they are the same style as the ones Fidel Castro is known for wearing. Military hats are similar to baseball caps. However, military hats are more structured and have a band around the base of the hat. They are worn with casual outfits and are perfect with t-shirts, jeans/shorts and gladiators. Derby Hat Derby hats are super feminine and are often embellished with feathers, bows, and crystals. High cultured women wear them to social events and on special occasions. They are worn with dresses and skirts in single-colours. Berets Berets have long been associated with the French. It was, in fact, the official hat of France for many years and was banned during the Nazi occupation of France during World War II because it was associated with French nationalism. The beret has also been associated with poets and artists such as Picasso. Berets especially the knitted variety add an edgy look to an outfit. Pair them with your jeans and t-shirt. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Add this page to your favorite Social Bookmarking websites           |
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