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Bama · 29 December 2007, 12:53 PM

Just wondering if any of the men on this forum wear hats - not ballcaps. I know their popularity is minimal and regional, but I've started sporting the look more and more. My friends are not crazy about it and my sister-in-law recently told me I look like I'm 80 years old. Oh well, to each his own.

Carolina · 29 December 2007, 12:56 PM

When it's cold, my husband wears a felt fedora (ie Indiana Jones style) that I bought him years ago. I think he looks especially handsome in it, and I like that it's not the same old baseball cap that every other guys has on. Although my husband does like his baseball cap collection as well!

Lisa · 29 December 2007, 12:56 PM

Long gone are the days when men and women wouldn't be out in public without a hat, and gloves for the ladies. You may just revive the trend, Michael! (Cowboy hats are not so strange here, especially around the Stockyards...)

Bama · 29 December 2007, 12:58 PM

Thanks for the replies ladies. I'm always interested in your opinions as we men are more sensitive to them than we might let on.

dfn8tly · 29 December 2007, 01:23 PM

Michael, those are some fine looking hats. I too enjoy them both in warm weather and cold. I've been told they look very dashing. A man who where's a hat, not a cap, must do so with style and confidence.

Enjoy.

Bama · 29 December 2007, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by dfn8tly

Michael, those are some fine looking hats. I too enjoy them both in warm weather and cold. I've been told they look very dashing. A man who where's a hat, not a cap, must do so with style and confidence.

Enjoy.

Thanks. I agree that confidence is key for one to appear stylish and not like he's unsure of himself and wearing a costume.

Incurable · 29 December 2007, 02:34 PM

I've got hats... no pics right now, maybe I should make some. Wearing a hat without it appearing as a superficial prop is tricky. Most tend to view it that way, including myself. Depends on the person and circumstances. Now the ladies, that's a different story. Hats are a common and effective accessory for them. Funny how mores work... For instance, a lady wearing one of the hats you have pictured and nothing else would be completely acceptable in my mind...

TARDIS · 29 December 2007, 03:18 PM

The wearing of a hat here in Australia is pretty optional in the city areas. Most men wear a ball cap at the weekends. However, in the rural areas and the outback 99% of male and females wear an Akubra. Akubras have been around a long time here. They are mostly made from rabbit skin although some are now manufactured in other materials like leather and 'straw'.

The Australian sun, particularly in Queensland, is very powerful and we are told that we have one of the highest skin cancer rates in the world. Me being Anglo Celtic, I have skin which is freckly and prone to BCC's.

A hat is a sensible safe guard and can protect you from heatstroke. Wide brim hats are mandatory wear at most schools here.

Here's my Akubra. The hat is a 'Coober Pedy', very comfortable and lined inside.:

vh_bu98 · 29 December 2007, 03:23 PM

The only non baseball cap I have, although haven't worn in years, is a classic wax safari hat from The Australian Outback Collection. I actually like hats, but my big head and round face makes it difficult for me to look good in a hat.

TARDIS · 29 December 2007, 03:28 PM

is a classic wax safari hat from The Australian Outback Collection.

I'd like to see that!

Gaijin · 29 December 2007, 04:21 PM

Does one with a propeller on the top count?

vh_bu98 · 29 December 2007, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by TARDIS

is a classic wax safari hat from The Australian Outback Collection.

I'd like to see that!

Here you go...

http://www.australianoutback.com/?cP...d=8135&tpid=79

I would take a picture of mine, but it's too dusty.

Incurable · 29 December 2007, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by KansaiVet

Does one with a propeller on the top count?

Yep, right up there with the one w/2 can holders and straw...

Bama · 29 December 2007, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by TARDIS

The wearing of a hat here in Australia is pretty optional in the city areas. Most men wear a ball cap at the weekends. However, in the rural areas and the outback 99% of male and females wear an Akubra. Akubras have been around a long time here. They are mostly made from rabbit skin although some are now manufactured in other materials like leather and 'straw'.

The Australian sun, particularly in Queensland, is very powerful and we are told that we have one of the highest skin cancer rates in the world. Me being Anglo Celtic, I have skin which is freckly and prone to BCC's.

A hat is a sensible safe guard and can protect you from heatstroke. Wide brim hats are mandatory wear at most schools here.

Here's my Akubra. The hat is a 'Coober Pedy', very comfortable and lined inside.:

The grey hat in my picture is an Akubra Imperial Felt Squatter hat. I just recently got it and have read nothing but good reviews of the brand.

TARDIS · 29 December 2007, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by vh_bu98

Here you go...

http://www.australianoutback.com/?cP...d=8135&tpid=79

I would take a picture of mine, but it's too dusty.

Very trendy

Dan Pierce · 29 December 2007, 11:52 PM

Michael,
That gray fedora in the middle pic is a classic.

Playing in a Texas style blues band for many years I have a few cowboy hats. My fav is a 12X Westchester Imperial. No pics though.
dP

Rockrolex · 30 December 2007, 01:04 AM

I almost never wear hats. I especially do not like ball caps.

I did buy a bush hat when I was in Australia (I had heard about the sun problems there) and I did wear it almost constantly on my trip. I found it was a great place to put on the souvenir pins I collected along the way.

I also have a Stetson I bought when I was in Austin, TX many years ago. That sits on the shelf gathering dust.

And last but not least, I have a top hat that I was given for being part of a bond offering deal years ago.

I'll try to remember to post pics when I get home.

Gedanken · 30 December 2007, 01:20 AM

Hmmm, interesting.

I wear braces, always have a pocket square in my suit pocket and smoke a pipe, but I've never gotten round to hats. Definitely something to think about.

oldbreadstinks · 30 December 2007, 01:25 AM

love caps and hats but the weather here doesn't allow people to wear hats ocmfortably, its too hot for that plus people look at you in a funny way if you wear a hat.

JJ Irani · 30 December 2007, 04:22 AM

My favourite hats (or caps, as they are more popularly known in this part of the world!!)

Prince · 30 December 2007, 04:24 AM

Oh yes, JJ reminded me with his post...I guess I am a "hat wearer" - at least some of the time.

In addition to these, I have a collection of Harley Davidson caps as well:

Langley · 30 December 2007, 06:03 AM

Oh, I can definitely relate to this topic ! Being follicularly challenged since my late 20's ... and shaving my head six months out of the year ... and, worst of all, having experienced several sunburns on my head ... I almost never go outside without a hat. During the warm weather months, I always wear one of six or seven ballcaps I own. In cold weather (except when riding my snowboard, when I wear a ski cap), I wear either an Indiana Jones style fedora or, more often, one of two black berets I own. Picked up my first beret in New York City, where they are fairly common. Here in my area of Eastern Pennsylvania, however, they are rare ... which means I get a lot of looks from other guys whenever I wear them. (Women seem to like them though.) Of course, most of these guys are not exactly pillars of fashion themselves. This is, after all, an area where ballcaps -- most guys don't even take them off when eating indoors -- and NASCAR t-shirs, jackets and vests are quite popular. But, I couldn't care less. The berets are light, warm, comfortable and easy to stow in a pocket when indoors. Besides, I always liked being a little different.

Ed Rooney · 30 December 2007, 06:11 AM

I used to have a brown Akubra. I wish I knew where it went.

Not only have hats fallen out of fashion, many men do not own a proper suit or even a tie.

Goodwatch · 30 December 2007, 06:22 AM

I only wear a wool beanie, lined with fleece, during Winter time if I ride my bike. And sometimes a ballcap when on vacation in a warm country with lots of sun.

East Bay Rider · 30 December 2007, 06:32 AM

I am almost always wearing a Boston Red Sox ball cap (outside of work of course) and on weekends wear my new Rolex ball cap (thanks guys).

Goodwatch · 30 December 2007, 06:34 AM

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Originally Posted by East Bay Rider

I am almost always wearing a Boston Red Sox ball cap (outside of work of course) and on weekends wear my new Rolex ball cap (thanks guys).

Is that your ride in the avatar? Sweet!

Prince · 30 December 2007, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Goodwatch

I only wear a wool beanie, lined with fleece, during Winter time if I ride my bike. And sometimes a ballcap when on vacation in a warm country with lots of sun.

Pics please, Frans!

Goodwatch · 30 December 2007, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Prince

Pics please, Frans!

Never! I'd rather fall in my sword

Scooby · 30 December 2007, 08:48 AM

I think part of the reason that men's hats such as Fedora's went out of style is the trend in the last 40-50 years towards casual dress. A nice hat looks good with a suit (check out old movies from the 30' thru the 50's - all the men have them), and men generally wore suits everywhere. Old footage of ball games, movies and plays has everyone dressed up.

With today's casual attire, hats seem out of place. I've worn cowboy hats at concerts and a fedora once to Disneyland (don't ask, I ended up in an impromptu recreation of Indiana Jones with Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum). Mostly, though, it feels out of place with my casual clothes.

Prince · 30 December 2007, 08:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Goodwatch

Never! I'd rather fall in my sword

Pics please, Frans!

29 December 2007, 12:56 PM	#2
Carolina "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Carolina Watch: it, Bubba! Posts: 6,271	When it's cold, my husband wears a felt fedora (ie Indiana Jones style) that I bought him years ago. I think he looks especially handsome in it, and I like that it's not the same old baseball cap that every other guys has on. Although my husband does like his baseball cap collection as well! __________________ . .Member #5380 .

29 December 2007, 02:34 PM	#7
Incurable "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Pat Location: PNW Watch: your P's and Q's Posts: 2,549	I've got hats... no pics right now, maybe I should make some. Wearing a hat without it appearing as a superficial prop is tricky. Most tend to view it that way, including myself. Depends on the person and circumstances. Now the ladies, that's a different story. Hats are a common and effective accessory for them. Funny how mores work... For instance, a lady wearing one of the hats you have pictured and nothing else would be completely acceptable in my mind... __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 16710 (Blk/Blk) Rolex Explorer 114270 Sinn 356 Sa Flieger Limes Endurance 1Tausend Too many others... #2592 It may seem like I'm doing nothing but, at a cellular level, I'm actually quite busy...

29 December 2007, 11:52 PM	#16
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 35,794	Michael, That gray fedora in the middle pic is a classic. Playing in a Texas style blues band for many years I have a few cowboy hats. My fav is a 12X Westchester Imperial. No pics though. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

30 December 2007, 01:04 AM	#17
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,526	I almost never wear hats. I especially do not like ball caps. I did buy a bush hat when I was in Australia (I had heard about the sun problems there) and I did wear it almost constantly on my trip. I found it was a great place to put on the souvenir pins I collected along the way. I also have a Stetson I bought when I was in Austin, TX many years ago. That sits on the shelf gathering dust. And last but not least, I have a top hat that I was given for being part of a bond offering deal years ago. I'll try to remember to post pics when I get home. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

30 December 2007, 01:20 AM	#18
Gedanken "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Sir Location: Melbourne Watch: F-series SD Posts: 8,589	Hmmm, interesting. I wear braces, always have a pocket square in my suit pocket and smoke a pipe, but I've never gotten round to hats. Definitely something to think about. __________________ You buy a Casio to make sure you're on time; you wear a Rolex because you don't have to be on time.

29 December 2007, 12:56 PM	#3
Lisa "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 15,741	Long gone are the days when men and women wouldn't be out in public without a hat, and gloves for the ladies. You may just revive the trend, Michael! (Cowboy hats are not so strange here, especially around the Stockyards...)

29 December 2007, 12:58 PM	#4
Bama "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington, DC Posts: 1,150	Thanks for the replies ladies. I'm always interested in your opinions as we men are more sensitive to them than we might let on.

29 December 2007, 01:23 PM	#5
dfn8tly Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Richard Location: The Villages, FL Watch: GMT-II Posts: 396	Michael, those are some fine looking hats. I too enjoy them both in warm weather and cold. I've been told they look very dashing. A man who where's a hat, not a cap, must do so with style and confidence. Enjoy.

29 December 2007, 03:18 PM	#8
TARDIS "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Queensland, AUST Posts: 2,003	The wearing of a hat here in Australia is pretty optional in the city areas. Most men wear a ball cap at the weekends. However, in the rural areas and the outback 99% of male and females wear an Akubra. Akubras have been around a long time here. They are mostly made from rabbit skin although some are now manufactured in other materials like leather and 'straw'. The Australian sun, particularly in Queensland, is very powerful and we are told that we have one of the highest skin cancer rates in the world. Me being Anglo Celtic, I have skin which is freckly and prone to BCC's. A hat is a sensible safe guard and can protect you from heatstroke. Wide brim hats are mandatory wear at most schools here. Here's my Akubra. The hat is a 'Coober Pedy', very comfortable and lined inside.:

29 December 2007, 03:23 PM	#9
vh_bu98 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Vu Location: Dallas area Watch: Platinum YM Posts: 2,646	The only non baseball cap I have, although haven't worn in years, is a classic wax safari hat from The Australian Outback Collection. I actually like hats, but my big head and round face makes it difficult for me to look good in a hat.

29 December 2007, 03:28 PM	#10
TARDIS "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Queensland, AUST Posts: 2,003	is a classic wax safari hat from The Australian Outback Collection. I'd like to see that!

29 December 2007, 04:21 PM	#11
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,181	Does one with a propeller on the top count?

30 December 2007, 01:25 AM	#19
oldbreadstinks Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: sg Posts: 568	love caps and hats but the weather here doesn't allow people to wear hats ocmfortably, its too hot for that plus people look at you in a funny way if you wear a hat.

30 December 2007, 04:22 AM	#20
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	My favourite hats (or caps, as they are more popularly known in this part of the world!!) __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

30 December 2007, 04:24 AM	#21
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	Oh yes, JJ reminded me with his post...I guess I am a "hat wearer" - at least some of the time. In addition to these, I have a collection of Harley Davidson caps as well: __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson

30 December 2007, 06:03 AM	#22
Langley Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 41	Oh, I can definitely relate to this topic ! Being follicularly challenged since my late 20's ... and shaving my head six months out of the year ... and, worst of all, having experienced several sunburns on my head ... I almost never go outside without a hat. During the warm weather months, I always wear one of six or seven ballcaps I own. In cold weather (except when riding my snowboard, when I wear a ski cap), I wear either an Indiana Jones style fedora or, more often, one of two black berets I own. Picked up my first beret in New York City, where they are fairly common. Here in my area of Eastern Pennsylvania, however, they are rare ... which means I get a lot of looks from other guys whenever I wear them. (Women seem to like them though.) Of course, most of these guys are not exactly pillars of fashion themselves. This is, after all, an area where ballcaps -- most guys don't even take them off when eating indoors -- and NASCAR t-shirs, jackets and vests are quite popular. But, I couldn't care less. The berets are light, warm, comfortable and easy to stow in a pocket when indoors. Besides, I always liked being a little different.

30 December 2007, 06:11 AM	#23
Ed Rooney "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Annapolis, MD Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 5,081	I used to have a brown Akubra. I wish I knew where it went. Not only have hats fallen out of fashion, many men do not own a proper suit or even a tie.

30 December 2007, 06:22 AM	#24
Goodwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: Frans ® Location: Rotterdam Watch: the sunrise... Posts: 10,230	I only wear a wool beanie, lined with fleece, during Winter time if I ride my bike. And sometimes a ballcap when on vacation in a warm country with lots of sun. __________________ Member# 127

30 December 2007, 06:32 AM	#25
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 11,901	I am almost always wearing a Boston Red Sox ball cap (outside of work of course) and on weekends wear my new Rolex ball cap (thanks guys). __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

30 December 2007, 08:48 AM	#29
Scooby Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Darren Location: Virginia, USA Watch: GMT Posts: 923	I think part of the reason that men's hats such as Fedora's went out of style is the trend in the last 40-50 years towards casual dress. A nice hat looks good with a suit (check out old movies from the 30' thru the 50's - all the men have them), and men generally wore suits everywhere. Old footage of ball games, movies and plays has everyone dressed up. With today's casual attire, hats seem out of place. I've worn cowboy hats at concerts and a fedora once to Disneyland (don't ask, I ended up in an impromptu recreation of Indiana Jones with Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum). Mostly, though, it feels out of place with my casual clothes.

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