Anyone can wear a hat. You just need to know a few basic guidelines to find the right one for you.
Get in the right frame of face
We shouldn't choose a hat because it’s fashionable; we choose it according to its size and the shape of the face.
Hats are also chosen according to season. In the summer, hats are made of lightweight fabrics, while winter requires more robust materials such as wool or felt. That being said, it’s not the material that should inform your choice of hat, but rather its style and shape.
When trying on different hats, its important to do so without wearing a scarf in order to see the definition of your neck and face.
A hat for every woman
- The first thing to consider when you want to buy a hat is its overall size. Typically, a petite woman should opt for hats with a small brim while wide-brim hats suit larger women. For example,a petite woman can wear a bell-shaped hat or a beret. However, a taller, slender woman looks good in a sunbonnet or floppy hat.
- Your hat needs to complement your face. One of the most common mistakes is choosing hats that shade and darken the appearance of the face. The appropriate hat for your head shape should illuminate and draw attention to the face in a flattering way. Keep in mind that fly-away hair strands can detract from the effect.
Choosing a hat to match your face
- For women with a narrow face, a bell-shaped hat with a small brim is a smart look. Hats with a small ledge, such as a fedora will also do the trick. Fedoras with a large-brim fit the head of a round face beautifully.
- The sunbonnet hat popularized in the '70s lends a romantic look to any outfit and it’s ideal for tall, slender women with elongated or oval-shaped faces.
By following a few basic rules, you will find your perfect hat. Take the guesswork out of choosing hats by visiting a milliner. Expert hat makers know all the tricks of the trade and will easily determine the right styles according to the size and shape of your face.
Finally, don’t forget that you can also accessorize your hat. For certain occasions, you can distinguish your look simply by adding a feather, flower or ribbon.
