The latest trend in hats, you ask? That's the bucket hat, so act like you're going on vacation and pair one with a tropical shirt. The style isn't just on the Spring 2019 runways [1] — John Elliott, 3.1 Phillip Lim, and Anna Sui all sent iterations down the runway — but all over the street [2]. Yes, there were a few rainy days during NYFW and bucket hats prove functional in dreary weather, but this is a clear fashion choice all on its own. While we tend to have to wait to shop the catwalk, lucky you: bucket hats are already stocked in your favorite stores. Just read on for some advice on how to wear one, and then start working the retro design into your wardrobe.
On the Spring 2019 Runways
At John Elliott.
At 3.1 Phillip Lim.
At Anna Sui.
At Cinq à Sept.
On the Streets
Use a bright bucket hat to infuse a little more color into your outfit.
Style one with heels and smart slacks on a rainy day to play up the functional quality of your look.
Bring on the outdoorsy vibes when you coordinate one with a vest.
A red topper like this one can match with whatever exciting top you've got under your trench.
Play with texture when you rock a furry sorbet design with your leather jacket.
A neutral-colored bucket hat is just the icing on the cake when you're already sporting a multidimensional look consisting of snakeskin boots and an embellished purse.
Wear one with a rainbow stripe to bring together a bunch of vibrant pieces.
Of course, you could always invest in one that perfectly matches your go-to rain jacket, if you prefer to keep things monochrome.
Gucci Invite Print Silk Bucket Hat
Gucci Invite Print Silk Bucket Hat [4] ($690)
Zara Camouflage Bucket Hat
Zara Camouflage Bucket Hat [5] ($23)
Burberry Rainbow Stripe Vintage Check Bucket Hat
Burberry Rainbow Stripe Vintage Check Bucket Hat [6] ($320)
Urban Outfitters Raw Edge Denim Bucket Hat
Urban Outfitters Raw Edge Denim Bucket Hat [7] ($24)
RVCA Luke Fireworks Boonie Hat
RVCA Luke Fireworks Boonie Hat [8] ($36)
Fila Reversible Bucket Hat
Fila Reversible Bucket Hat [9] ($24)
Laura Ashley & UO Bucket Hat
Laura Ashley & UO Bucket Hat [10] ($25)
Adidas Originals Denim Bucket Hat
Adidas Originals Denim Bucket Hat [11] ($28)
Urban Outfitters Vintage Camo Bucket Hat
Urban Outfitters Vintage Camo Bucket Hat [12] ($29)
BCBG Patched Denim Bucket Hat
BCBG Patched Denim Bucket Hat [13] ($28)
Eric Javits Go Go Rain Bucket Hat
Eric Javits Go Go Rain Bucket Hat [14] ($225)
Melody Ehsani Camo Bucket Hat
Melody Ehsani Camo Bucket Hat [15] ($45)
Puma Fenty by Rihanna Strapped Bucket Hat
Puma Fenty by Rihanna Strapped Bucket Hat [16] ($55)