What Hat Are You Wearing Today ?

[The Lost kansan]

Same getup as last week, but with my Strat this time.
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We went back to the Taiwanese place for lunch. There are so many things on the menu we want to try. As per last week, the size of this lunch meant neither Etsuko, nor I required dinner tonight.
Mine…
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The food and the hat look great!

 

[The Lost kansan]

Nice! Pretty sure I have the same color combo Whippet. And used to have that jacket, as well!

I like this color a lot. Was my dress hat but it’s starting to look like the hat my grandad wore on his northern Appalachian farm

 

[RickP]

Spent a couple hours brushing and de-dusting hats yesterday. Figured Id trot out the Akubra Lightning Ridge this morning while its clean

 

[rogueclimber]

Snapped this image yesterday. Been a bit wet around here

Akubra Territory fresh from it's 11 day journey

 

[The Lost Cowboy]

I hold a particular fondness for Panama hats. In my modest collection, I keep various designs differing in shape and brim width, all well suited to the tropical climate of my region. My felt hats, on the other hand, I reserve for milder weather or, on occasion, for evening events — a slight departure from traditional etiquette.

My acquaintance with this craft led me to explore the Ecuadorian tradition, where the art of Panama hat weaving first took root. For quite some time, I sought an ultrafine specimen (WPI 32–42), prized for its rarity and value. Through conversations with artisans, however, I discovered that Colombia likewise preserves this practice, maintaining both the technique and the Ecuadorian materials, owing to a fascinating cultural exchange in the border regions.

Within Colombia, two principal centres stand out: the archipelago of San Andrés, Providencia and Santa Catalina, and the Palmira area in Valle del Cauca. Though initially sceptical, I was pleasantly surprised upon acquiring my first Colombian hat — an extrafine piece (WPI 18–26) — comparable to the finest examples from Ecuador. It is worth noting that the same discerning eye one applies to Ecuadorian hats is equally essential when selecting a Colombian one.

The highlight of my journey was ultimately the acquisition of a splendid ultrafine Colombian hat, which I now wear with great satisfaction in this photograph.

Such a fine write up, unfortunate that I can't see the photo. Maybe you could attach the photo instead of linking it to an outside source?

 

[The Lost Cowboy]

I'm in Queens but work in Manhattan. Definitely let me know if you're going to be in town--can meet you wherever. That jacket looks great. I admire a lot of the jackets I see on the other side of the lounge but haven't taken the plunge--probably just want to avoid any "Indy" associations. Cheers

I stopped worrying about Indy associations. I believe our culture has moved past it and we have realized there are greater depths to be plumbed in early 20th Century fashion.

Here is my wardrobe today. Knox 20 (2-3/8 brim) atop two selvedge denim pieces, shawl collar sweater and a horsehide A-2. Looks a bit Indy maybe but I don't feel awkward in it at all.

Photos are a little odd perhaps. I'm still sorting out how/where/when to take full torso shots (and I need a phone upgrade as well!).

 

[The Lost kansan]

I stopped worrying about Indy associations. I believe our culture has moved past it and we have realized there are great depths to be plummed in early 20th Century fashion.

Here is my wardrobe today. Knox 20 (2-3/8 brim) atop two selvedge denim pieces, shawl collar sweater and a horsehide A-2. Looks very Indy but I don't feel awkward in it at all.

Photos are a little odd maybe. I'm still sorting out how/where/when to take full torso shots (and I need a phone upgrade as well!).

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First off, this entire outfit is incredible.
Second, I didn’t realise I’d chosen a username so close to an existing and established forum member.
If my username steps on your toes in any way I’ll certainly change it as soon as the settings allow

 

[The Lost Cowboy]

First off, this entire outfit is incredible.
Second, I didn’t realise I’d chosen a username so close to an existing and established forum member.
If my username steps on your toes in any way I’ll certainly change it as soon as the settings allow

Thank you for the compliment and please do not change your user name. I'm glad to not be the only lost one around here anymore ;D.

Welcome to the Lounge!

 

[DonR]

I grabbed the first hat out of a box today for lunch with family. It ended up being my best one: the 7XCB. Perfect for a reunion with loved ones.

Greetings to all from Alabama!

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Welcome back Nathan. Great choice.

 

[The Lost Cowboy]

Welcome Home !!

glad you got back safe!

Welcome back, Kotter!

Thanks for sharing your long vacay with us so we land locked lubbers might have some understanding of what it means to really globe trot!

Welcome home, my friend.

Welcome home

Welcome back! That’s a great hat to come home to!

Welcome back Nathan. Great choice.

Thank you gentlemen. It is great to be back!

 

[VoodooSan]

Spent a couple hours brushing and de-dusting hats yesterday. Figured Id trot out the Akubra Lightning Ridge this morning while its clean

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Great hat + great shirt + great vest = WINNER!!!

 

[VoodooSan]

Snapped this image yesterday. Been a bit wet around here

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Akubra Territory fresh from it's 11 day journey

Oh yeah!!!!

 

[RickP]

Once again I got home and remembered something I forgot to do.... so back to town I go! This time under a cute little Adam Premier Pacesetter

 

[Mighty44]

I stopped worrying about Indy associations. I believe our culture has moved past it and we have realized there are greater depths to be plumbed in early 20th Century fashion.

Here is my wardrobe today. Knox 20 (2-3/8 brim) atop two selvedge denim pieces, shawl collar sweater and a horsehide A-2. Looks a bit Indy maybe but I don't feel awkward in it at all.

Photos are a little odd perhaps. I'm still sorting out how/where/when to take full torso shots (and I need a phone upgrade as well!).

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Looks good, Nathan! Will keep a look out for something appropriate.

 

[TimmyV]

Maybe Dalton made Courtneys? I dunno.

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/going-atomic-with-dalton.57089/post-2729969

Thanks for the link ! Very interesting indeed !!

 

[RickP]

Snapped this image yesterday. Been a bit wet around here

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Akubra Territory fresh from it's 11 day journey

Watching news of the heavy rain and mudslides out there.... Keep your feet dry!

 

[carouselvic]

Afternoon change up to a dusty Borsalino

 

[steur]

Anton Peschel Dinkelsbühl "Rex" Velour possibly mid 1950s. I haven't worn this Velour in a while but is a great one. I found it back in 2016.

Anton Peschel Neutitschein (APN) Hat Holder, possibly 1930s or earlier. I found this Hat Holder in 2013.

Beautiful hat, Steve. Peschel never disappoints. Wish I could find more of them.

 

[mayserwegener]

Beautiful hat, Steve. Peschel never disappoints. Wish I could find more of them.

Stefan, Thank you! Same here.

 

[mayserwegener]

J. Hückel ´s Söhne "Standard" "Crystall Velour", possibly early 1930s. This Real Velour is in near mint condition and hits all the marks. I found this hat back in 2018.

The Sweatband is really fantastic!

An example of an early JHS Hat Hanging Cord.

J. Hückel´s Söhne, Celluloid? Hat Plates, 10 cm x 3.5 cm, possibly later 1920s. I found these back in 2019.