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Sorbatti
Belfry PIRLO
Created by Sorbatti Hats of Italy, the Belfry Pirlo is an on-trend design, woven from 100% natural straw that is has been finished with a diluted black-wash finish for a distressed look. The woven brown hat band is laced with adobe rust and light brown threading that culminates in a single tilted bow, adding even more modern style to this amazing hat!
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Kathy Jeanne
Belfry Mary
Complete your special occasion outfit with the Belfry Mary, a chic millinery fascinator, which is part of our Garden Party Collection. This saucer style headpiece is made of woven straw with a French knot pattern. The deep asymmetrical brim is accented with elegant peacock feathers. Held in place by an elastic band for secure seating on the head.
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COMPLIT
Belfry Marini
Inspired by the wildflower gardens of Italy, the Belfry Marini showcases a hand-painted cascade of daisies that dance about its wide brim. Made of lightweight sisal straw, this wide brim sun hat offers all-day comfort and protection from the sun's rays. The interior features an adjustable drawstring that may be tightened for a custom fit. Designed by Complit Hats of Italy.
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SORBATTI
BELFRY FINO
Designed by Sorbatti Hats of Italy, this lightweight trilby is made of 100% Italian linen and features a teardrop crown surrounded by a linen striped hat band. The pre-snapped down brim features rows of precise top stitching and the interior offers taped seams for a finished look. The Fino retains its shape for worry-free packing and travel.
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The Goods

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Culture, Craftsmanship, & Excellence.

The best hats are handmade, with time-honored techniques passed from master craftsmen to apprentice. It's an art form that takes skill, pride, love, and attention to detail. To us, excellence isn't an option; it's a necessity. And when it comes to excellence, there's no finer exemplar than Italy.

Authentic Handmade Hats | Made In Italy

Our handmade Italian hats are made by skilled artisans who live and breathe the culture. From the very first steps of making the finest felt through the finishing touches and beyond, they handcraft each new hat at their family workshops nestled among the vineyards of Montappone. They weave their creativity to create the perfect hat. Each piece tells a story—every stitch matters.

Our process starts with inspiration, then progresses through design, construction, and finishing. Whether it's a classic fedora, safari, or flat cap, we ensure each hat remains true to its original spirit. We've been committed to bringing only the highest quality goods to our customers from the beginning. We're proud to be one of the only hat companies to travel directly to Italy to source the finest fabrics. By carefully selecting all materials and working with the world's best millinery experts, we guarantee you'll enjoy our Belfry's Italian-made hats for many seasons to come.

It's All About Details

Breathability, durability, thermal quality, resistance to deformation, and water repellency are just some of the features found in our hats. Our hats are manufactured using sustainable materials that deliver long-term value. You can feel confident knowing your Belfry hat will stand the test of time.

No matter how often you wear your Belfry's Italian handmade hats, you'll always experience a unique style and the warmth of this incredible craftsmanship. Our hats aren't simply products; they're a part of what makes us who we are! They represent the heart and soul of a tradition that stretches over centuries.

At Hats In The Belfry, we support local businesses wherever possible. In order to preserve the hat-making tradition in the United States, our Handmade for Belfry collections are sourced from domestic mills and made in America.

So, whether you want a cool vintage baseball cap, a charming cloche, or even an authentic fedora to add flair, we invite you to browse our collection of hundreds of hats available online and in our store located in Annapolis, Maryland.

Style-Inspired Hats for Every Occasion, Season, and Mood!

At Hats In The Belfry, great taste begins with choosing the right hat for every occasion. That's why we offer so many styles - from classic to contemporary, formal to informal, timeless classics like the fedora and porkpie, and newer trends like bucket hats, baseball caps, pork pie, and newsboy caps.

We have what you need, whether you're looking for something chic, sleek, casual, or elegant. We also ensure your look is complete with accessories like a band, feathers, pins, and more. What better way to express yourself?

At Hats In The Belfry, we know hats and clothes go together like peanut butter and jelly. But there's more to life than dressing up. Sometimes you just want to dress down. That's where our everyday hats come into play. Choose from an assortment of top brands like Ferruccio Vecchi, Guerra 1855, Sorbatti, Tesi, Wigens, Stetson, Complit, and Giovannio.

Looking good doesn't have to be complicated. With Hats In The Belfry, it never will!

our story
The Little Hatter that Does

For 44 years in historic Annapolis, Maryland, and 25 years Online, we’ve served 200,000+ stylish, courageous, and sometimes quirky men and women. 

As a hat wearer, you’re probably somewhat unconventional and independent. A free thinker. You delight in those differences. So do we. 

Hats in the Belfry marches to the tune of a different hatter. Our approach is unlike any other hat retailer. We do things companies ten times our size can’t or won’t do. 

We’re small – really small – but the absence of bureaucracy enables the development of styles truly special and unique. 90% of our hat styles are exclusive to Hats in the Belfry, found nowhere else in the world.