Statement Hats
Steal the spotlight with a shot-stopping topper. From Chanel’s oversized wide-brim straw hat in a perfect shade of pink to Jil Sander’s metallic mesh fringe headpiece, these bring exactly the right touch of drama. As we saw in Louis Vuitton and Chanel, they look coolest with tailored day-wear separates or flowy fall dresses.
Pillbox Hats
For the ladies who hat, pillboxes have resurged in a range of options that feel more modern and fun. Loro Piana and Gigi Burris put forth classic styles with new textured details, while Mains De Vapeur’s colorful range comes with a subtle built-in brim detail. Whether you wear with a monochromatic pencil-skirt-and-blazer outfit or statement long-sleeved knit dress, these are sure to give your look a polished finish.
Equestrian Hats
Cowboy and equestrian hats are no longer just for Western settings—just look at Beyoncé at Fashion Week. Designer Willy Chavaria has always made the case for cowboy hats, which are a staple accessory in his collections season after season. The best ways to wear these are with elegant suiting or a midi statement dress like at Prada, for an opposites-attract approach.
New Bucket Hats
Bucket hats are often seen as a daywear accessory for the warmer spring/summer months, but this season, designers pushed the boundaries, creating evening options with crystals and feathers along with cashmere and shearling fall/winter beanie alternatives. I love the idea of wearing one of these as a statement for a night out with your favorite cocktail dress.
Beanies
We’re seeing beanies in a new light with new shapes and surprising details. From heavily embellished toppers to Schiaparelli’s tribute to Elsa Schiaparelli’s original shoe hat, these obscure versions make a great conversation-starter at any social function. The best part is that they look coolest with your typical uniform. Whether you’re a jeans-and-a-t-shirt girl or lean more tailored, they just work!
Paperboy Hats and Berets
These streamlined, artful hats are classics, and designers are really leaning into the details that give them that much more pizzazz. Truly, what’s more glamorous that Dior’s leather beret with gold studs, or Dolce & Gabbana’s added mesh veil? I love the idea of going full-out for a statement and wearing one of these with a leopard-print coat (the new neutral for the fall!). But they would be just as chic with your favorite wool wrap or scarf coat.
Cre: Harper’s Bazaar Magazine
