How to choose the right hat?

Choosing your hat: a matter of balance and morphology

Whether it's a borsalino, a wide-brimmed hat, or a beret, the right hat enhances you by harmonizing with the shape of your face or your height. If you're short, it's advisable to opt for hat models with short brims and a high crown to elongate your silhouette. Conversely, taller individuals should lean more towards a hat with wide brims and a small crown. By contrasting dimensions and shapes with those of your body and face, you create an ideal harmony for a flawless look.

Regarding your face, the objective is, once again, to maintain a coherent balance. Small hats will therefore perfectly suit slim faces, while wider hats help to enhance round faces. These are simple but essential rules that will allow you to vary your pleasures by choosing different models, with a guaranteed success every time.

Various hat styles for each face shape

Opting for an iconic model or the favorite hat of one of your idols is tempting, but it's not always the most suitable headwear for a result in harmony with your face morphology. Indeed, the shape of your face is also one of the important criteria not to be neglected when choosing your hat. In a constant concern for harmonization and balance, some models will not be able to reveal your face in the most beautiful way. Here are some concrete tips for a simple purchase that you won't be able to do without:

• If you have a square face highlighted by a rather angular jaw, your choice should be oriented towards hats with wide brims and curves that are rather rounded, such as a Fedora, a wide-brimmed hat, a cloche hat, or a bowler hat. Porkpie or Player models, however, are not recommended.
• Your "heart-shaped" face, as well as your relatively narrow jaw, pairs better with rounded crown shapes and hats with short brims. Indeed, a hat that is too imposing would give the impression of overwhelming your silhouette. While a Trilby or Players hat enhances your face with style, a top hat or a wide-brimmed hat should be avoided.
• If your face shape is rather round, a medium to high crown and wide brims are ideal for creating advantageous contrasts. Traveller, Fedora, or top hat models will be perfect for completing your best outfits, unlike cloche or porkpie hats.

Note that oval and slim faces can more easily wear all styles. Don't hesitate to try various models to find the one that best represents your personality!

Tips for choosing the right hat

All that's left is to wear it! 

And there you have it, you now know everything about your face shape and the hats that will suit you perfectly. Now it's up to you to decide which one you like best and which one will be most appropriate for your style. Don't hesitate to try new colors like burgundy, red, khaki, or even mustard yellow, which are very trendy this year. Remember that the most important thing is to enjoy yourself above all!

You can find a wide selection of hats and other accessories on our website Traclet as well as in our two stores located in Roanne and Saint-Etienne.

Find the ideal hat at Chapellerie Traclet

At your service, our team efficiently advises you for a unique and harmonious look for every occasion. You'll discover the essential rules for choosing your hat, ensuring an accessory that fully satisfies you every time you wear it. It's an essential fashion accessory that you can associate with originality and elegance to all your outfits!

Moreover, our online store ensures secure payment and a fast delivery service for each of your orders. You can also find a wide selection of quality hats and accessories to best maintain your favorite pieces over the years. Discover without delay the hat models made for you at Chapellerie Traclet!