HATS IN WESTERN FASHION - WHAT WE SAW AT A *REALLY BIG* COUNTRY MUSIC AFTER PARTY

Fashionable hats, good music + Nashville = synchronicity. Good thing we’re fashionable hat experts with a variety of Nashville approved styles! We’ve recently attended a country music event’s after party in Nashville + brought home a collection of outfit inspo that we are dying to share with you. Check out what’s happening in Western trends right this second + how to incorporate just a taste, to a full takeover, of classic Western flair into your wardrobe!

EZRA WESTERN HAT

Blending statement fashion + western vibes.

The main western feature of Ezra is the traditional Cattleman crown. What is a Cattleman? A classic western style hat featuring a tall crown with a narrow center crease + side indentations outside of the crease. Ezra’s super power is the ability to be as western as you wish or classically modern. The medium upturned brim leans away from traditional western trends, putting Ezra into a category of its own.

WHAT WE SAW

Ezra brings country music lovers together from near + far. It’s evident you don’t have to dress full country or have western vibes as your entire personality to be a part of an insanely special country music loving community! Ezra’s silhouette inspired a fusion of many styles with blazers paired with cowgirl boots, leather dresses + jean jackets, + fringe with.. everything!!

RAINE WIDE BRIM FEDORA

A lil’ bit country + a lil’ bit rock n roll.

Raine was made to go from city to countryside in a blink! A wide brim fedora is a timeless silhouette that offers protection from the sun, is breathable, + has the quality to support daily wear. Raine features two removable chains + one attached grosgrain band around the crown, so you can strip this hat down by day + then layer up the shine for a more elevated look by night. Raine is the kind of hat you tip to fellow hat-wearers in the room + share a moment of mutual respect.

WHAT WE SAW

Raine exists in four different colors + it was exciting to see how they were all so uniquely styled. It appears the Dark Cherry + Honeycomb colorways bring out the bold while the Dark Oak + Black options lean neutral. Raine Dark Cherry makes for a beautiful monochromatic moment with various red tones featured from head to toe. Honeycomb elevates your favorite patterned clothing from chunky striped sweaters to articulate floral dresses. Dark Oak shines with a white T-Shirt + your favorite throw on jeans or a cream button down + oversized jean jacket. Raine Black is absolutely necessary for a sleek, all black look + proves to pair well with many different textures!

LANE BRICK TOP 

A more traditional, classic western look. 

With a traditional western upturned brim + brick top crown, there is no denying this hat lives in the cowgirl next door category that we’re obsessing over. Compared to a classic cattleman crown that’s creased down the center, the Lane’s square-like shape just slightly gives an edgier tone that allows you to style this hat as country or as city-girl-like as you please! We like Lane, a leather jacket + jeans for an approachable, elevated “I’m feeling good tonight” look that transitions with your plans seamlessly. 

PRO TIP

Add Lane + a Zephyr Rancher (we’ll chat about this hat below) to your core staple accessory pile + you’ll never need another felt hat (however, we can’t promise you won’t absolutely have to have more) again! Between having these two hats you’re automatically ready to roll to the rodeo, several genres of live music concerts, farmers markets, lunch dates + out to the ranch with a range of versatility to play with.

ZEPHYR RANCHER

The approachable classic rancher that everyone needs in their closet, no matter what style is your personal favorite. Zephyr’s silhouette is what most people think of when you say “classic fedora.” The classic crown height paired with the medium stiff upturned brim makes this a hat that can go anywhere! A classic felt rancher hat such as the Zephyr protects you from the sun, keeps you warm on those chilly days + is lightweight for all day wearability. Not to mention the fashionability is just as fabulous as the function - this hat was made to elevate your confidence no matter how you style it.

WHAT WE SAW
We have to say, Zephyr was a standout in Nashville. This is a hat that can truly go anywhere, which is why it feels so important to have in your accessory arsenal! We saw Zephyr styled with fringe leather jackets, jean vests, graphic tees + cowgirl boots, all black leather + booties, a 70’s boho fusion situation + so much more. This was an event that began with a live show + ended with an after party + Zephyr carried many through it all effortlessly.

TEDDY CATTLEMAN
The most perfect classic cattleman crown is here + her name is Teddy.

From coffee dates to country music festivals, the Teddy Cattleman Hat has you covered. With a true Cattleman crown + wide Western brim, this classic Western hat is sure to stand out in a crowd. Trust us when we say, this is a hat everyone needs whether you consider yourself a country girl through + through or just happen to be invited to a country music festival every once in a while. You'll never regret having Teddy in your arsenal!

Teddy stole the show in Nashville + one of the standouts in regards to true western fashion. This hat was paired with fringe, leather, denim on denim + flowy patterned dresses that reach all the way down to the floor. Teddy proves to be a perfect base for a band stack + our fellow party-goers have inspired us to get crafty! From fabric bands to wire rope to playing cards to metal details + burning, there was no holding back in regards to Teddy's ability to be customized.

WESTERN HAT BANDS

Western hat bands are making an appearance + have been incorporated into many varieties of wardrobes this year! Who says we all can’t enjoy a little turquoise + leather detail around our hats. Turquoise, silver plated metal, leather, tassels, concho shapes + hat burning designs have all been popular additions to hats that folks have been using to express their style.

WHAT WE SAW
Band stacks are IN! It’s evident there are no rules to stacking various textures, colors, sizes + styles of accessories around your brim. We specifically noticed a draw towards layering shiny dainty metals with a thick fabric band base + cotton coated wire. Leather is always a good idea + trendy to have as a single, minimal trim. Looking for a subtle way to lean into western trends? Try hat bands on any of your favorite classic styles!

GIVE WESTERN TRENDS A TRY
Check out our growing collection of western inspired hats + hat bands. It can be fun to work trends into your current style + try things out until you find the perfect confident look! Shop the Western Collection below, take pics + don’t forget to share with us on social media. We love to be inspired by you.

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