What Hat Are You Wearing Today ?

[T Jones]

I've found I actually like the wider brims now. The last Champ I picked up has a brim width of 2-3/4" and I've found that I like the look and the extra shade and protection from the weather.

Most of my conversions are 2 3/4. I did a little more work on this 3 inch brim and it seems to be coming along. I'm not giving up on it.

 

[Bill Hughes]

I'm not big on 2 1/2 brims either. But if you have a hat with a tall straight crown and a 2 1/2 brim it doesn't look so bad.

Agreed - 2 1/2” on a straight crown looks good. For example, I like this Stetson 100 but still think another quarter inch would make it better.

 

[deadlyhandsome]

Great minds, Mike! I wore my pecan felt from Mike Miller today, too, although these are file photos...

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In that light I would have guessed granite rather than pecan. I love and hate how they change colors based on the environment.

 

[deadlyhandsome]

I'm not big on 2 1/2 brims either. But if you have a hat with a tall straight crown and a 2 1/2 brim it doesn't look so bad.

I do prefer the 2 3/8” to 2 1/2” for true dress hats when I’m not in a homburg. The bigger brims don’t pair well with my suits and look...a bit sloppy or casual to my eye. I have no issues with wearing 3 1/4” with a sport coat. Just my personal tastes.


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[deadlyhandsome]

Big floppy Borsalino on gray velour. I also have its twin in brown. No name on the sweat so I call them my Nomad hats.

Unusual brim treatment:

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[T Jones]

I do prefer the 2 3/8” to 2 1/2” for true dress hats when I’m not in a homburg. The bigger brims don’t pair well with my suits and look...a bit sloppy or casual to my eye. I have no issues with wearing 3 1/4” with a sport coat. Just my personal tastes.


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I think my sweet spot for brims are 2 5/8 to 2 3/4. I'm leaning more toward favoring 2 5/8, though. But I was surprised at well this black 3 inch brimmed Borsa went with Levis and a work shirt. It goes well with sunglasses too, I think.

 

[Bill Hughes]

I think my sweet spot for brims are 2 5/8 to 2 3/4. I'm leaning more toward favoring 2 5/8, though. But I was surprised at well this black 3 inch brimmed Borsa went with Levis and a work shirt. It goes well with sunglasses too, I think.

I think it would work fine with a sports jacket or suit.

 

[T Jones]

Agreed - 2 1/2” on a straight crown looks good. For example, I like this Stetson 100 but still think another quarter inch would make it better.

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The 2 1/2 brim on your hat has a flatter looking flange so I think it works out well there. The flatter flanging gives it the appearance of being wider than it actually is. It looks good.

 

[T Jones]

I think it would work fine with a sports jacket or suit.

...and with a topcoat and a Tommy gun in a violin case!

 

[T Jones]

Sorry that I've been too busy to comment on this conversion. I really like how it turned out. Getting rid of the taper does wonders for the look of this hat. Some days are just made for a black hat. Keeping one around is a wise move. Super Terry!


Hang onto summer for as long as you can Jim. This Dobbs is a real looker. I like it's simple, classic lines.


One of my favorites Bob. Is it Mirtillo? or some other Borsalino name for navy blue?


Cool research Bob. This one is a museum piece. That haul was epic!

Thank you, Mike!

 

[jonesy86]

Pants dude...maybe the belt! Ha

LOL, What Pants Are You Wearing Today.


MOMOTARO JEANS
G003-MZ 14.7OZ COPPER LABEL CLASSIC INDIGO WIDE STRAIGHT ZIPPER FLY
They have a high rise and a classic straight cut. The material uses light soft Zimbabwe raw cotton which has a a pleasant feeling when worn. The cotton threads are dyed with the beautiful Momotaro's original blue color that is a replication of the very first Japanese denims. There is a peach shaped stitch of the right pocket, indigo cotton inside liner, and pink cotton inseam thread to give it the stylish luxurious design. The denims are pre-washed.
After washing, shrinkage will be about 1 cm on the inseam.
-Wide straight
-14.7oz Sanforized denim
-Zimbabwe cotton 100%
-One washed
-Zipper fly
-Made in Japan

 

[drmaxtejeda]

I have a meeting today with the boss about a Oral History gig. Figured the 1942 Rose Bowl hat would be a good choice. I need to wear this one more.

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Beautiful, Red.

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[steur]

A little Saturday morning fun, as suggested by Bowen.
DSCN5305 crop by Michael A2012, on Flickr
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Have a good weekend
Michael

Bowen's full of good ideas. It's a great look in an unexpected way.

 

[steur]

Love the color on this one, Stefan!

Thanks, Doug. I like this one a lot too; I should pay more attention to these benchsitters!

 

[steur]

Great felt and ribbon combo on the Bristol. Looks to be in Bristol condition too. Did you have Lloyds survey it? You may have to redefine starplayer a bit.

Michael

Thanks, Michael. The thing with these benchsitters is that they can shine if given a chance...

 

[drmaxtejeda]

I definitely won't get rid of it, that's for sure. I'm either going to get to used to the 3 inch brim or I'll take it down a little. But I hate the thought of trimming that brim and losing the binding and taking away from its originality. I put a little stiffener on the brim and it seems to be holding up fairly well instead of the floppiness it had. But, getting rid of it is out of the question. Not for sale.

[emoji22] You would rather get rid of the brim binding than sell it to me? [emoji22]

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[steur]

Hey people!
First rain of the season here. Chased the spiders out of the rain gear and put on the Lee White Label Doe-Sheen Fifteen.

Have a great day!

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A commanding hat, John. Wow!

 

[steur]

A trip to the local Home Show this morning. I fear the wife is going full on bonkers with some home improvements. Hückel Chamois from the late 1950s One of those hats you love to touch, such a finish. Originally sold at U. Feil in Stuttgart, where my Mercedes is from, appropriate since Eleanor turned over 100K yesterday. My girl is reached a milestone, just a baby in Benz terms.

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Inspiring, Mike. Goes well with the car too!

 

[drmaxtejeda]

Agreed - 2 1/2” on a straight crown looks good. For example, I like this Stetson 100 but still think another quarter inch would make it better.

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I like it as is... I am glad you posted these pics, Bill. That is the brim width my one hundred will have when I have it reblocked to my size, according to Ignacio. I like it.

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[Joao Encarnado]

Stetson clear nutria that came my way from former FL member Garrett Wonder. I owe him a return favor.

The bar was set too high now!