straw hats

A hat is an unusual accessory for women's wardrobe, which deserves special attention. Today, the range of women's hats is so large that every girl can choose a headdress for any outfit, event and even mood. However, there is a special kind of hat that has been very popular for centuries. Let's talk about straw hats. If earlier a straw hat was associated with peasants, today it is an interesting and very original attribute of the wardrobe of a modern fashionista.

When talking about straw hats, it always smells of romance, love, the sea, quiet summer evenings, some kind of lightness and airiness ...

The straw hat has its historical roots in Antiquity. Even the ancient Greeks and Romans wore straw hats that hid them from the scorching summer sun. And among the Jews, such hats were considered an indispensable element of the national costume. The first mention of straw hats in European countries dates back to the 15th century AD. At that time, such hats were worn exclusively by peasants who spent a lot of time outdoors in the fields.

Gradually, representatives of the middle and upper social strata began to pay attention to the practicality, comfort and attractiveness of straw products. So straw hats became the constant companion of almost every European of that period of time.To create hats, they began to specially grow a special type of wheat, the stems of which had a beautiful golden hue shimmering in the sun. The most suitable area for such wheat was Florence.

In the future, straw hats made of high quality materials were exported all over the world. Most of all, these products found a response in the hearts of millions of Americans, where, over time, the production of straw hats was established. During the crisis that fell on 1929-1930, some enterprises were forced to close. However, that small part of the factories that survived at that time were able to stay afloat and further expand their production capacity for the production of men's, women's and children's straw hats.

Over time, companies involved in the manufacture of straw hats begin to use in production not only wheat straw, but also other materials, among which it is worth noting Panamanian and rice straw, banana palm leaves, algae, the Ecuadorian toquilla plant, and artificial straw.

Actually, the very name "straw hat" already suggests that hats are made from natural or artificial straw. However, we all know that it is not so easy to bend a straw stalk and make it hold its shape. How does the process of transforming straw into sophisticated and elegant headdresses take place?

First of all, the straw undergoes a special steam treatment. Then, for several days, it is placed in water so that it softens well, but at the same time retains its flexibility and strength. After such procedures, the straw becomes more pliable, flexible and resilient, the surface becomes silky and slightly shiny.And hats are already made from such material. When making a headdress to order, the product is made individually, taking into account the wishes and preferences of the client.

Today, straw hat manufacturing technologies make it possible to produce models of various styles and styles. It can be both openwork products and hats made of tightly woven straw.

For centuries, the straw hat has been one of the leading fashion accessories. Not a single annual fashion show is held without this headdress. And even well-known world-famous designers very often, when showing their new collections, release models in straw hats on the catwalk. A straw hat is an invariable attribute in the wardrobe of almost every modern woman, from the smallest to the ladies of the Balzac age.

However, all young ladies strive to look unique among the rest of the mass of people. Therefore, today the shops of hats and various accessories offer their customers a wide range of straw products. In addition to the fact that hats can differ in the length of the fields (almost with the crown itself, short, medium, long), they also come in different styles. For example, the most common types of straw hats include the following options for hats with fields:

• even;
• wavy;
• upturned;
• slightly curved down;
• even, but the front field is slightly bent down or, conversely, with a lapel up;
• with a border or, conversely, without a border.

In addition, a straw hat does not mean that the accessory will necessarily be straw-colored. Today, the attention of contemporaries is offered a rich color palette of colors.The most relevant are white, shades of beige, sand, straw and mustard tones. At the peak of popularity, black hats. However, you will no longer surprise anyone with a headdress made of straw in bright orange, red, crimson, turquoise, blue, purple or another color. Straw may become discolored, bleached or dyed during processing.

Everything should have variety. After all, a straw hat of one type, style and style could not keep its popularity for such a long period of time. Therefore, designers and fashion designers of the modern fashion world, given the public interest in this summer headdress, are trying to diversify the model range by creating new variations of straw hats.

Models that are in high consumer demand at the present time:

• A Florentine hat of a classic shape, but made exclusively from straw grown under the gentle and warm sun of Florence.

• The cowboy hat is a unique headwear that dips the modern world into the days of the Wild West. The crown has the shape of an oval with a bottom concave inward, while the margins can be either even or bent upwards.

• Boater - has a rigid shape. The product is low, has straight margins.

• Panama hat, made from soft straws, has a classic shape and short brim. The peculiarity of this headdress is its softness. If necessary, such a product can be removed, rolled up and hidden without fear of spoiling its shape.

The straw hat has become so tightly integrated into the life of modern society that this accessory can be found not only on the sea coast, but also within the boundaries of a multi-million metropolis.The variety of the model range allows you to wear such a headdress both for romantic dates and for business or official meetings. Before making a purchase, you need to decide on the intended purpose of the accessory.

For example, wide-brimmed models or openwork straw hats are suitable for the hot summer sun on the seashore. Various color options are available, including a bright colorful palette. Often, these hats are complemented by decorative elements: artificial flowers, wide ribbons, bows, lace edging, and more. They will harmoniously look both with swimsuits and with light loose or romantic clothes (air sundresses, dresses, open tops and short shorts with a high waist, loose-fitting shirts and cuffed shorts, blouses and skirts of various lengths, etc.)

For everyday wear within the city, stylists recommend modern fashionistas and women of fashion to take a closer look at straw hats of a simple, concise style. Such models can be complemented by discreet decorations. It goes well with casual outfits: jeans of various styles, straight-cut trousers, shirts, light jackets or vests, skinny jeans, leggings with elongated t-shirts or shirts. An ideal option for the bustle of the city is a hat with a removable decor. It is very convenient, because if necessary, decorative elements can be easily attached or, conversely, removed.

Fans of wandering and travel consider a cowboy-style straw hat to be a must-have item in their wardrobe. Such a headdress should certainly be complemented by a stylish checkered shirt, jeans, leather accessories (a belt or even a harness, gloves, etc.) and cowboy boots with spurs.

A straw hat is such a versatile headwear that you can wear it both to work and walking on the promenade near the sea or ocean. Individuality is precisely that trait of a person's character that a straw hat can emphasize.