In the Summer, we don't just reserve hats for bad hair days. Instead, they're our go-to accessory, shielding our skin from harsh rays on the beach and providing some much-needed shade when we're reading poolside. Even though a straw, wide-brim style is the easy finish to everything from a breezy caftan [1] to a swimsuit, baseball caps, fedoras, and Western-inspired designs help achieve a very specific look. Read on for 32 unique styling ideas that will make you want to finish your outfit with a hat all season long.
Add a Ribbon to Play Up Your Sundress
Choose a Wide-Brim Style That Matches Your Weaved Bag
Go Dark to Contrast Playful Shoes
Go For a Boho Look by Styling a Fedora With a Slitted Maxi
Use 1 to Make a Sexy Lace Slip Look Street Style Ready
Pair 1 With a Bright but Lightweight Dress
Polish Off an Athletic Look With a Baseball Cap
Use 1 to Make Your Structured Denim Vest Look Relaxed
Let the Stripe on Your Sun Hat Help Accent the Rest of Your Pieces
Try 1 With a Really Casual Graphic Tee
Work It With a Feminine-Looking Ruched Crop Top
Go For a Beachy Look With a Caftan
Cap Off Your Bikini With a Frayed Style
Style 1 With a Playful Romper and Off-the-Shoulder Top
Get Quirky With a Slogan or Your Home State
A Weaved Style Brings Laid-Back Vibes to a Breezy Look
Make a Statement With Your Printed Skirt and Block Heels
Cap Off a Fancy Cocktail Dress
Use 1 to Emphasize the Pattern on Your Kimono
Add Structure to Loose Summer Pants and Finish With a Beaded Necklace
Go For a Western-Inspired Style With Your 1-Piece Suit
Rep Your Favorite Team With Casual Sneakers
Emphasize Your Summertime Neutrals
Attract Eyes Upward, to the Pretty Straps of Your Dress
Achieve the Sailor Look With Stripes
Flip 1 Backward and Complete With Your Light Trench
A Striped Ribbon Will Play Up an Embroidered Dress
Let Your Hat and Matching Bag Neutralize a Really Loud Outfit
Coordinate Your Color With a Graphic Print
Stay Playful and Get Matchy-Matchy
Find 1 That You Can Share With Your SO
Wear 1 to Complement Your Functional Espadrilles