Top 10 Sun Hats

WHAT TO LOVE: Made in Spain out of 100% Panama straw, this safari-esque wide-brim sun hat is just what you need to make this summer your most stylish one to date. It comes in two sizes (S/M and M/L) and has a black band that serves as the perfect contrasting accent.

STYLE WITH: You really can’t go wrong with Rag & Bone’s white straw hat, but if you need some inspiration, try pairing it with wide-legged pants, block heels, and a simple white button-down.

WHAT TO LOVE: Finding a hat that offers ample sun protection and allows you to wear your hair up? Unheard of…until now. This visor-style sun hat is adjustable, easy to roll up in a suitcase, and comes in 28 different colors.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: This truly is one of the best hats to protect your face from the sun, because it has UPF 50 (meaning it blocks 98% of the sun’s rays) and a four-inch brim that even covers the back of your neck.

WHAT TO LOVE: The Wayne Hat gives a subtle nod to western fashion with its woven tie and telescope-style crown, but there’s no doubting the modern nature of its precise straw braiding. And although it only comes in one size, the diameter is 23.5 inches wide and has an elasticized inner band, so it should fit those with a small or midsize noggin.

STYLE IT WITH: Planning on spending your day by a body of water? Don your Wayne Hat with a light and airy cover-up for a casual, chic look.

WHAT TO LOVE: Janessa Leone’s Paloma Hat is made from a bleached straw blend and features a rich brown, suede hat band. Designed to last a lifetime, the Paloma Hat is structured (but not unbendable) with a ranch-style crown.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: The best thing about this sun hat is that it’s packable; According to Janessa Leone’s website, you can roll this hat up in your suitcase for up to one day and it will return to its original shape. Also, this hat is available in three different sizes (S, M, or L).

WHAT TO LOVE: Reviewers praise this skimmer-style sun hat for its high-quality feel and flexible, floppy structure. It’s made from Eric Javits’s patented Squishee material, a packable straw that offers UVA and UVB radiation protection.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: One of the most exciting things about this hat is that it comes in a wide variety of color options; It’s available in natural, cream, black, and blush straw, as well as many more options on Eric Javits’s website like aqua, lilac, and lime.

WHAT TO LOVE: If you’re looking for a budget buy, it doesn’t get much better than this less-than-$20 wide-brim straw hat. And there’s more to love about this floppy sun hat than its price tag: It offers UPF 50, is foldable for easy storage, and has an adjustable brim so you can find the perfect fit.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: There are eight different straw color treatments and accent ties to choose from with this hat.

WHAT TO LOVE: Admittedly, we’ll blindly put our faith in any product of J.Crew’s that’s a best seller, but lucky for us, this hat deserves that kind of confidence. In fact, 93% of reviewers recommend this hat.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Loosely braided straw earns this packable sun hat best in class for being floppy enough to easily fit in your luggage, and its bendable nature means you can mold it to any shape you want. May we suggest curling the sides up cowboy hat style?

WHAT TO LOVE: With honey-colored straw and a black ribbon, the Joanna Straw Hat couldn’t be more classic. It has a wide brim and a diamond-shaped crown, and while it’s not flexible enough to smush into your suitcase, it will look fabulous perched on your head as you stroll through the airport.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Something Brixton understands is that heads come in all different shapes and sizes. From XS to XL, the Joanna Hat is available in five different sizes.

WHAT TO LOVE: One reviewer says it best, “Wear it and feel like Audrey Hepburn!” Timeless in its design, J.Crew’s Textured Summer Straw Hat has an extra-wide brim that will keep you cool and protected from the relentlessness of the sun during the dog days of summer.

STYLE WITH: For a simple, chic summer ‘fit, pair this sun hat with your go-to denim shorts and an oversized, flowy blouse.

WHAT TO LOVE: Not only is this hat one of the most adorable on our list, it’s also one of the best packable sun hats thanks to its foldable brim. Plus, it’s available in two different sizes (M and L), has a moisture-wicking sweatband, and comes in over 10 different colors to choose from.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Go ahead and take that catamaran ride—this hat isn’t going anywhere. It has velcro on the inner brim that you can adjust for a tighter fit and a removable chin strap for an added layer of security.