What Hat is Right for Me?
When you wear the perfect hat, you not only look great but feel fantastic, radiating confidence that makes a memorable first impression. Let’s dive into some popular hat styles and discover which ones best complement different face shapes.
Wide Brimmed Hat 
Wide brim hats are a modern style staple, adding character to any outfit.
Can Be Worn By | Best For | Avoid For |
All | – | – |
Beret 
Styling a beret to instantly elevate any outfit, from casual chic to refined elegance.
Can Be Worn By | Best For | Avoid For |
All | – | – |
Floppy Hat 
Elevate any outfit and stay cool with a versatile floppy hat, perfect for any season and style.
Can Be Worn By | Best For | Avoid For |
All | Square: it softens the strong angular lines of the chin | – |
– | Diamond/Heart: it adds width to the jawline | – |
Boater Hat 
Blending elegance and leisure, the boater hat is a must-have for anyone who loves timeless fashion statements.
Can Be Worn By | Best For | Avoid For |
Oval | Oval: its circular shape widens | Round: the hat shape mirrors the face shape, adding width |
Diamond/Heart | Diamond/Heart: short brim ensures chin is not diminished by comparison | – |
Square | – | – |
Fedora 
Embrace the modern Fedora, perfect for casual outings.
Can Be Worn By | Best For | Avoid For |
Round | Round: angular crown lengthens, wide brim narrows by contrast | Oval: high shallow crowns extend length |
Square | Square: Worn at an angle it can break the symmetry of jawline | Diamond/Heart: Wide brims narrow chin further by contrast |
Baseball Cap 
This season’s must-have accessory, the baseball cap, effortlessly adds instant style and a cool factor to any outfit, from sporty to dressy.
Can Be Worn By | Best For | Avoid For |
All | Oval: deep crown shortens | – |
– | Round: structure gives face definition | – |
Beanie 
Elevate your fall style with a versatile and chic beanie, perfect for any occasion.
Can Be Worn By | Best For | Avoid For |
All | Oval: wear further forward on forehead | – |
– | Square: soft structure counters angular jaw | – |
– | Diamond/Heart: slouchy shape softens angular chin | – |
Cossack/Bucket 
Stay warm, look good this is the perfect cold weather accessory.
Can Be Worn By | Best For | Avoid For |
Oval | Oval: deep crown reduces length | Round: hiding forehead reduces length |
Square | – | – |
Diamond/Heart | – | – |
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Great tips and nicely layed out! Thank you! Hats are so cute, but I usually avoid wearing them. Now I feel confident I can find one that works.
I hope you’ll consider doing a hair accessories blog. Seems that scarves tied into a pony are back and hair accessories are fun and add to the finished look of an outfit! Love you!
Great I am so glad! Yes, I will add hair accessories to my list of blog topics to write about!