I think the black tribly frames your face better than the broad-brim fedora. The problem I perceive with snapped-down broad-brim fedoras, in general, is that they tend to over-shade or hide one's eyes. Fine if you're a "shady character" in a film noir, but less advantagous to one who wants to...
At least for me, it's not about living in the past, it's simply availing myself of an etiquette prop that is "old fashioned". I can't claim to be a "gentleman", but I can put on a better show of being one if I'm wearing (and doffing, at appropriate moments) a hat. These little gestures...
I believe that what you have stated is the correct etiquette: if there's no place to put the hat, you may leave it on your head.
Getting hung up is one thing, but to me, the etiquette is half the reason to wear a hat.
I have a piece of local advice: I live in San Francisco, and, to my knowledge, the best hat store here is actually accross the bay in Oakland: the Hat Guys on Broadway and 18th (right next to the 19th St. BART station, so it's easy to get there from San Francisco).
Coincidentally, I bought a...
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.