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Headwear trends present classic silhouettes with modern embellishments.
BY DIANA JARRETT
the perfect accessory.”
Models strutting the runways during
Fedoras will get their second wind
Paris Fashion Week grabbed our atten-
this winter, although some say they
tion with outré headwear this fall, and
never truly went out of vogue. You’ll
showed that we are going to be spoiled
find this perennial favorite done up
with choices in the colder seasons.
with detachable silk bands at Fendi,
Hats, it seems, do so much more than
while other designers like Yves Saint
just keep the head warm or rein in
Laurent are creating fedoras in all
one’s hair. They make a fashion state-
sorts of fabrics, from leopard prints
ment, set a mood and can even offer a
to shaggy felt. Wildly popular brown
sense of whimsy. And fortunately for
or gray fedoras, such as those from
fashionistas, they pair well with both
Chanel, are interpreted in wool tweeds
casual daytime outfits as well as more
for a classic option with a twist.
formal ensembles.
Beanies are also decidedly feminine
Celebrities are often ahead of the
and made to retain heat, keeping
curve and therefore serve as good
you snug and stylish. For more of
sources for fashion inspiration: Anne
a Southern California vibe, wide-
Hathaway is loving the wide-brimmed,
brimmed hats are simultaneously
floppy headwear; Jennifer Lopez has
casual and chic. This season’s Panama
been photographed seemingly every-
hat can do double duty, both on the
where in a Panama hat; and Taylor
beach as a carefree sun shield and also
Swift has flaunted countless pieces,
to provide the finishing touch for a
including a casual fedora, knit caps
daytime outfit.
galore and a spunky sailor hat.
At Monarch Beach Resort, the on-
This fall and winter, popular looks
property boutique offers fashionable
include classic silhouettes like berets,
options to take you seamlessly from
newsboy caps and fedoras. Other
the beach to brunch, and beyond.
revivals to relish include bucket hats
“Be sure to stop by to preview the
and cloches that are reminiscent
trend-worthy hats available this season
of the 1920s, but are still able to
at the Life in Balance Boutique,” says
convey a contemporary look in today’s
Timothy Gregory, the store’s retail
wardrobes. More modern pieces like
manager. Top brands sold here include
beanies and fuzzy knit caps are also out
Eric Javits, ále by Alessandra and
in numbers, while wide brims lend a
Physician Endorsed, all of which offer
heightened sense of drama for casual
expertly curated collections that prom-
hats with a bit of chic authority.
ise to keep you effortlessly elegant
And though there will likely be
t
while also providing protection from
a chill in the air, this season’s color
Inspired by the iconic Parisian style as well as the fall
palette warms us up with natural hues: animal print trend, this slouchy CHEETAH BERET combines an the sun’s harmful rays.
With so many statement hats
Camel, nutmeg, sage, rust and deep
old-school shape with contemporary charm, $38,
to choose from, the options are
jewel tones lend comforting vibes for a
available online at Free People. (freepeople.com)
seemingly limitless. The beanie, cloche
look that feels cozy and stylish all at once.
and even some swim cap styles naturally draw
“I love plaid for fall,” says Shauna Jackson,
A wide array of embellishments and fabric
attention to the face, but never upstage it. Casual
founder of Orange County-based personal
options also play a role this season. Leather is
confidence is delivered with the must-have fedora
shopping business Styled by SJ. “The plaid beret
luxe, as are veils, feathers and jewel detailing,
is the perfect way to add a fall trend to jeans and a and Panama hat, while berets and newsboy caps
especially on dressier options. Also expect to see
add a sense of old-school sophistication. But no
T-shirt.” Jackson also points to another can’t-miss
textured materials like fuzzy yarn, tweed and
matter which piece of headwear you choose, get
trend that serves as a mashup of two theatrical
velvet, plus plenty of patterns, such as those that
design elements. “I’m in love with Dior’s newsboy creative and show your personality because that’s
emulate animal prints. Plaid is another pattern
what style is truly about.
cap with a veil,” she says. “It’s bold, daring and
that will be dominating hat racks this season.
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