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Hats off to great style
Whether it's a beret or a trilby, find a style that suits you
and start rocking the biggest accessory trend of the year.
O
ne of the best and most
versatile accessories
available
in
any
season, hats are a great
way to add some extra
panache to an outfit.
Hats do provide some practicality
in the winter; perfect for a bit of extra
cover in the rain and to keep ears
toasty. However, the humble hat has
been pegged as one of the top fashion
must haves this season and this year,
hats are really taking on an identity of
their own.
Pom-poms are a staple design for
the trusty woolly hat enthusiast. But
now, you can get a range of coloured
pom-poms and even detachable ones so
you can change the colour to suit your
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outfit of the day. Also, more is more
this season. No longer shall the pom-
pom stand atop a hat by itself; two,
three or more pom-poms are all in play.
The list is long for other
adornments on hats this season; jewel
embellishments will give a bit of extra
sparkle, cat ears are making a way onto
hats from the cat ear headband trend,
slogans are shouting out brazenly in
knitted writing on beanies and faux
fur hats (perfectly Scandi chic) have all
been seen on the A/W catwalk and high
street.
When it comes to the style, some
people tend to suit every type of hat
they put on. Others, it might take
a bit of trial and error. The age-old
conundrum of some of us ‘just not
suiting hats’ is sure to be a thing of the
past with the influx of designs on the
market.
Find a type that works for you; a
cloche design has a vintage feminine
look, a trilby adds some edge, a slouchy
beanie is perfect for a relaxed urban
look and berets add a playful twist
to an outfit. You could opt for classic
glamour with a wide brimmed floppy
hat (a contrasting band with a feather
adds a bit of country luxe) and a furry
Cossack style hat will keep you feeling
super cosy.
Whatever your hat, keep in mind
that although it’s an accessory, every
part of the outfit can help elevate your
look to a new level, so don’t be afraid to
push the boat out. ■