How to choose the right natural fiber sun hat

Summer after summer, the sun hat remains the essential accessory for stylish protection. But with so many shapes, brim widths, and materials, it can be hard to know where to start. Here's our practical guide to choosing the hat that's really right for you.

Choosing based on your face shape

• Round face: Opt for an asymmetrical brim hat or a fedora shape, which visually elongates the face.
• Square or angular face: Rounded and flexible shapes, like a wide, soft brim, soften features.
• Long face: A hat with a lower crown and a wide brim balances proportions.

When in doubt, a wide, well-centered brim suits most body types — it's the most versatile choice.

Choosing based on use

• Maximum sun protection (beach, hiking): Choose a wide brim (12 cm and more), which also protects the neck and shoulders.
• Daily use, city: A more modest brim width (8-10 cm) remains elegant without being cumbersome.
• Transport and travel: Models made of soft natural fibers (like woven bamboo) can be slightly compressed without losing their shape, unlike stiffer materials.

Why choose hand-woven natural fibers

Our hats are made from hand-woven bamboo and straw, a material that offers several advantages:

• Lightness: Ideal for hot days, without feeling heavy on the head
• Breathability: The weave allows air to circulate, unlike synthetic materials
• Unique character: Each hand weave has slight irregularities that make the piece charming — no two hats are exactly alike

How to care for your natural fiber hat

1. Avoid prolonged humidity: Store it in a dry place, as natural fibers are sensitive to stagnant moisture.
2. Cleaning: Dust with a soft brush, avoid large amounts of water.
3. Off-season storage: Hang it or lay it flat rather than crushing it, to preserve its shape.
4. Prolonged intense sun exposure: Like any natural fiber, excessive and repeated exposure can slightly dull the color over time — this is normal and part of the natural material's patinated charm.

Discover our selection of hand-woven natural fiber hats in our Our Essentials collection.