"Dressing Down" a Homburg

[Michaelshane]

It's a Knox superfine 40's.

 

[epic610]

another argument...

that the recent upsurge in hats is telling us is that perhaps we all tend to under-dress, and that instead of trying to match hats to our casual clothes, we might also want to wear suits, sport jackets, slacks, etc. more often to reflect the hats we wear. the phrase "Dress to the Hat" comes to mind.

just a contrary thought!

 

[gtdean48]

I've never considered dressing to a hat, only having a nicer hat to wear when I have wear dressier clothes. I'm in Wranglers & Ropers almost exclusively & most of my hats are "country" style, thin ribbons. Some are in better shape & get called to duty when I have to suit up.

 

[Not-Bogart13]

that the recent upsurge in hats is telling us is that perhaps we all tend to under-dress, and that instead of trying to match hats to our casual clothes, we might also want to wear suits, sport jackets, slacks, etc. more often to reflect the hats we wear. the phrase "Dress to the Hat" comes to mind.

just a contrary thought!

I agree fully, and I've been changing my wardrobe to reflect that attitude. I just wasn't so sure a sport jacket would cut it for a homburg. But I'm going to try it today.

 

[jamespowers]

I agree fully, and I've been changing my wardrobe to reflect that attitude. I just wasn't so sure a sport jacket would cut it for a homburg. But I'm going to try it today.

Excellent. That should work just fine.

 

[cookie]

R-E-S-P-E-C-T ....Take care of SP!

John Lee Hooker would be proud of our own SP....:eusa_clap

 

[Aerol]

I often wear my Optimo Monticristo homburg with a red Hawaiian (aloha) shirt. The color of the ribbon is a perfect match to the shirt.

I also wear it with khakis and a blue blazer. Amazing combination!

 

[Not-Bogart13]

I often wear my Optimo Monticristo homburg with a red Hawaiian (aloha) shirt. The color of the ribbon is a perfect match to the shirt.

I also wear it with khakis and a blue blazer. Amazing combination!

That sounds like a great combo, especially with the blue blazer. Some people can pull off a straw (or white/cream felt) homburg quite well. I tried one on last year... I looked like a white jewish guy suffering from head trauma, believing himself to be a black gangsta pimp. So, not a good look for me. lol


On another note, I wore my homburg today in casual mode to run errands and such. And I actually had time to get a couple of pics before leaving!

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/27810273@N04/3289126438/" title="First HB day 01 by Fedora Dog, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3633/3289126438_7788624705.jpg" width="500" height="446" alt="First HB day 01" /></a>


<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/27810273@N04/3289128492/" title="First HB day 02 by Fedora Dog, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3198/3289128492_3dace30f6f_o.jpg" width="458" height="555" alt="First HB day 02" /></a>

 

[Wolfmanjack]

On another note, I wore my homburg today in casual mode to run errands and such. And I actually had time to get a couple of pics before leaving!

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/27810273@N04/3289126438/" title="First HB day 01 by Fedora Dog, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3633/3289126438_7788624705.jpg" width="500" height="446" alt="First HB day 01" /></a>


<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/27810273@N04/3289128492/" title="First HB day 02 by Fedora Dog, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3198/3289128492_3dace30f6f_o.jpg" width="458" height="555" alt="First HB day 02" /></a>

That works for you, NB13. Throw a silk scarf around your neck and rake that Homburg to the side and you're ready for an evening at the local bistro.

 

[Stoney]

I agree

That looks great on you NB

 

[billyspew]

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/27810273@N04/3289128492/" title="First HB day 02 by Fedora Dog, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3198/3289128492_3dace30f6f_o.jpg" width="458" height="555" alt="First HB day 02" /></a>

With the dents and the shirt that totally works.:eusa_clap

 

[Carlisle Blues]

This all works whether dressed up or not. Bottom line for me is: Whgether I am going to Park Ave or a park bench I have to be comfotable with my mode of dress ... together with my hat.


NB-13 works great:eusa_clap

Slim looks totally sharp:eusa_clap :eusa_clap

 

[Torpedo]

Hi,

I would say NB13 and Slim are demonstrating how the homburg can fit well with both dressy and casual clothing. So, do whatever you fancy.

Regards!

 

[Gadgetburg]

I got married in a Homburg, without a doubt my favourite hat, and one I think suits me. I love a unique hat.

 

[humanshoes]

There's no denying that the homburg pairs perfectly with a beautifully cut suit, however, they tend to be my go to hats when I want something a little more outside the box.

 

[Hurricane Jack]

I got married in a Homburg, without a doubt my favourite hat, and one I think suits me. I love a unique hat.

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Assuming this was a recent event, congratulations!

 

[Hurricane Jack]

There's no denying that the homburg pairs perfectly with a beautifully cut suit, however, they tend to be my go to hats when I want something a little more outside the box.

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Great picture HS!

 

[Alexander Sommerset]

Firstly, I'd get that "today's standards" out of your head because for hats there no longer are any standards. Hats have been out of fashion for enough decades (like 5 or 6, even) that "standards" on how and with what they should be worn are out the window. Wear it however and with whatever you personally thinks looks good. About the only hat I don't think people can "make work" with just about anything these days is a top hat. So, enjoy your hat. As for me, I never wear a homburg because I just don't think I look good in them. Same for any hat under a 2-1/4 inch brim.

 

[belfastboy]

I purchased a Homburg as one of my first hats and then shelved it as it seemed too "formal" and I just don't wear suits any longer.
But I pulled it out yesterday to revisit and I love the hat so have decided to begin wearing it. I intend to create a new look (for me) by wearing it with very casual clothing......jeans, boots and a leather jacket. Didn't Homburgs waaaay back in the day represent just an everyday hat, a working man's hat? I intend to take it back to that era in my personal style and have ordered a black one so my grey one is not alone. I like the adding a feather idea to dress it down a tad.

 

[Panadora]

I was also flirting with the idea of an 'everyday homburg' and now I'm waiting for this Schoble to show up