More than just a sun or rain accessory, the Fedora hat has long been a fashion icon, elevating style and highlighting outfits. So, what's special about a Fedora hat? Which Fedora versions are popular? And what are some outfit tips to make him look more elegant and stylish? Let's learn together with LuxeBrims!
What is a Fedora hat?
A fedora is a soft-brimmed hat with a dented and slightly sloped crown. The brim is wide, soft, and adjustable to your liking, while the crown is usually concave (teardrop-shaped, diamond-shaped, or indented in the middle). A common feature of Fedora hats is a decorative ribbon or fabric band around the brim, which helps define a classic or modern style depending on the width of the band.
The origin of the Fedora hat
The Fedora hat first appeared in 1891, taking its name from the French author Victorien Sardou's play Fédora (1882). In the play, actress Sarah Bernhardt wore a soft-brimmed hat with a dent – from which, Fedora quickly became a fashion icon associated with the feminist movement.
By 1924, when the Prince of Wales wore a fedora, the hat had become popular among men. In the 1940s and 1950s, the fedora became associated with the image of detectives and gentlemen in Hollywood film noir, popularized by figures such as Humphrey Bogart and Edward G. Robinson. To this day, the Fedora remains one of the classic and enduring accessories.
Popular Fedora Hat Styles
The traditional Fedora hat is usually made from felt material in characteristic colors such as black, gray, and dark brown. However, to meet user needs, Fedora hats are now stylized with a variety of materials, colors, and designs. Specifically, the Fedora hat offers users the following 5 popular types:
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Straw Fedora hat
This is one of the most commonly used types of Fedora hats today. Straw fedora hats are usually lightweight and come in light, soft colors. Therefore, this item is mainly used for spring and summer occasions, especially when paired with beach outfits. Beside, some other materials like woven straw hats and straw hats also have similar characteristics and applications to straw Fedora hats.
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Pork Pie (Stingy) Fedora Hat
The Pork Pie Fedora hat is also known as the Stingy Fedora. Unlike the traditional Fedora hat style, the Pork Pie Fedora has a shorter and smaller brim. Additionally, Pork Pie Fedora hats are often made from thick, soft, and smooth materials like cotton, felt, wool, feathers, etc. So, this is an item suitable for the cool weather.
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Safari-style Fedora hat
At first glance, this Fedora hat looks quite similar to a straw Fedora. However, the Safari-style Fedora hat offers a more vintage look. The hat is made from Panama straw with a felt lining inside. Additionally, leather cords in brown, green, and beige tones will be wrapped around the hat's body. This is also an ideal choice for your spring-summer outfits.
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Wide-brimmed Fedora hat
This is the type of Fedora hat that is characterized by its wide brim. Typically, the brim of a Fedora hat is about 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) wide. Meanwhile, with the wide-brimmed Fedora version, the brim will be wider. From then on, it helps provide better coverage, while also giving you a mysterious and attractive appearance. With its impressive style and good sun protection, this wide-brimmed Fedora hat is often preferred in summer weather.
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Small-brimmed Fedora hat
Unlike wide-brimmed fedoras, narrow-brimmed fedoras will have a smaller brim size than usual. Specifically, a narrow-brimmed Fedora hat has a brim width of approximately 4-5cm. This accessory gives you a youthful and dynamic style.
Tips for pairing outfits with a Fedora hat for men
With its diverse materials and styles, you can mix and match a Fedora hat with many different outfits. Here are some ways to style a Fedora hat that he can refer to:
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Fedora hat paired with a shirt, vest, and trousers outfit.
Here's how to style a Fedora hat for a dashing, romantic look. He paired a long-sleeved white shirt with men's trousers, then lightly layered with a black men's vest. In particular, you should button your shirt in a "careless" style, and slightly roll up the sleeves on both sides. These little tips will help him look more attractive and impressive.
Finally, the indispensable piece in this outfit is the men's Fedora hat. You can choose between a straw Fedora or a Safari Fedora in a light beige color. This accessory will help him look more outstanding and stylish.
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Fedora hat with a suit
It can be said that a Fedora hat paired with a suit is a rather classic mix-and-match combination. This is the familiar image of the "King of Pop," Michael Jackson. He often wears a suit and a Fedora hat during his performances. This is also one of the reasons why Fedora hats are widely popular.
A little tip for gentlemen is to choose a men's Fedora hat in a color that complements the overall color of your suit. Among them, black "tone-on-tone" outfits, beige "tone-on-tone" outfits, and cream "tone-on-tone" outfits are the most popular colors.
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Fedora hat paired with a blazer outfit
Pairing a Fedora hat with a blazer is also an ideal mix-and-match option for men. With the familiar outfit of a shirt, trousers, and blazer, a men's Fedora hat will transform him into a stylish and elegant gentleman. Additionally, to create harmony between accessories and clothing, the Fedora hat should be in a color that matches the blazer or shirt.
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Fedora hat paired with a long-sleeved shirt and jeans outfit
This is a very simple but equally youthful street outfit. He paired a Fedora hat with a long-sleeved t-shirt and ripped knee jeans. Additionally, if the weather is cool, he can substitute with a round-neck men's sweater.
With a men's Fedora hat, beside wearing it straight and neatly as usual, men can also wear it tilted slightly back to look more casual and impressive.
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Fedora hat paired with a t-shirt and trousers outfit
T-shirts and men's trousers are an essential outfit in every guy's wardrobe. Please tuck in your shirt neatly, and then complete the outfit with a men's Fedora hat. He can choose to wear the brim of the hat slightly tilted forward or tilted backward.
Additionally, long coats are also a great match for Fedora hats. Therefore, in autumn-winter outfits with long men's coats, don't hesitate to add a touch of flair to your look with a Fedora hat.
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Fedora hat paired with a beach outfit
Beside pairing with outfits for going out, parties, and work, the Fedora hat is also an ideal accessory for men's travel and resort outfits, especially beach outfits. Among them, a loose-fitting shirt paired with men's shorts is a familiar beach outfit for men.
Not only does a men’s Fedora hat provide excellent sun protection, but it also adds a dynamic and stylish touch to your beach outfit. In particular, with its lightweight and breathable design, straw Fedora styles like the Medellin Panama Fedora Hat will give you maximum comfort and confidence to fully enjoy your vacation.
How to Choose a Fedora Hat That Suits Your Face
To choose the right Fedora hat, beside considering your outfit and personal preferences, you also need to pay attention to the harmony between the hat's style and your face shape. This will enhance your facial features.
Specifically, if you have a long, oval, or oblong face with soft features, you should choose a wide-brimmed Fedora hat. Conversely, if you have a square, angular face, you should choose a Fedora hat with a small brim and a narrow shape.
Summary
The Fedora hat is the perfect combination of classic and modern, making any man more attractive and sophisticated. From office outfits to casual wear and travel, the Fedora can be the perfect accessory. If you don't already have this hat in your wardrobe, now is the time to elevate your style with LuxeBrims!
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