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It's always exciting for us here at Hats in the Belfry when the seasons start to change. While we love our wintery weighted felt friends, there's nothing quite like getting in our new straws to brighten and liven us up, making us look hopefully towards enjoying the blissful summer days on the near horizon at last.

One of the latest in our new arrivals is this year's selection of Ferruccio Vecchi, and we just had to share! So let's take a look at what you'll be able to find with us--you're sure to love them as much as we do!

If you're only really used to wearing felts and knits to keep cozy, but really enjoy the look of your hat and want to keep it year-round, it can be a bit daunting to know where to start when considering the materials most suited for spring and summer weather. Straw of course seems like a no-brainer, but even then you find a whole array of materials referred to as "straw." Let's help make it easier for your to determine which straw best suits your needs with a quick breakdown of various types you'll find with us at Hats in the Belfry!

If you're wanting to expand your hat repertoire but don't necessarily want the look of brimmed hats, donning a new cap is often the easy grab-and-go option. Let's look at some the varying styles we carry to get you started!

 For centuries, Italian milliners (hat makers) have been crafting handmade men's and women's hats that are timelessly fashionable. From sleek fedoras to handmade panama straw hats, Italian milled headwear is a true art form.

Channel your inner Audrey Hepburn at this year’s Kentucky Derby and be the talk of Louisville. Hats are the defining apparel for the Derby and one of the most fun parts about planning your trip. A big brim hat is the ultimate in sophistication and style. Rotate your large hat with your pillboxes and fascinators, or bring a variety of big brim hats to draw attention at every event. Before you arrive in Kentucky, make sure that your wardrobe is on point.

What-ho, Hatty Folks!

Have you ever pined for days past when gentlemen and ladies could be seen in dapper morning dress perched atop whimsical penny-farthing bicycles, or swanky Gatsby era tweed plus four suits donned for afternoon bicycle rides to a picnic in the park? You’re in luck, because your love of bicycling, vintage style, and hats all come together in a fantastic pageantry of delight in the Tweed Ride events held world wide!

Nothing can make a fashion statement quite like a well-chosen hat. With their long history and widespread cultural significance, hats have been a fashion staple for centuries. Hats can instantly change an outfit's look, and a great hat can be the cherry on top of a perfect ensemble.

It’s become kind of a fun game for us here at Hats in the Belfry to try and identify hats we spy in films and shows alike–especially during the holiday season! Here’s some of our personal favorites of the season, and the sorts of hats you’ll find in them!

It's the time of giving, and we're here to help you figure out what style to surprise the gentlemen in your life with this holiday season! So ho-ho-hold onto your hats, this is our 2022 Men’s Holiday Gift Guide!

It’s the holidays and the end of the year is just around the corner, so you know what that means…

It’s party time!!

Whether you’re going to a festive and bright shindig or a more intimate and cozy affair, we have a hat for you to express your own holiday cheer throughout and look sharp doing so. Here’s some of our current favorites of our holiday lineup!

Some may think that fedoras and trilbys are completely interchangeable, but hold on just a second there! While it's not uncommon to feel a bit of confusion as to what the finer differences between these two styles of hat may be given their obvious similarities, let's try to help clear it up a bit for you.

Autumn leaves color the trees, and alongside them both our days and nights begin to hold the chilling bite of the winter months that approach. We gather our thicker coats, seek out scarves, and tuck gloves away into pockets and bags for the inevitability that they will be needed, because it's far better to be prepared than finding yourself without, right?

Then, of course, we seek out our coziest hat.

Let’s take a look at some of our caps with ear flaps to give you an idea of what your options could be this winter for any of your impending winter wonderland wanderings!

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While much has remained unchanged, and their products are still made by hand in Italy with the same craftsmanship, the Ferruccio Vecchi designs are always looking towards the future. They are on a constant search for new and alternative source materials and developing new techniques to dye and treat the hats. 

It's that time of year to start thinking about holiday gift giving! Below is our guide to finding the perfect hat style for the woman on your list, from the casual hat wearer to the always accessorized style masters.

While it may seem daunting at first trying to get inspiration or even know where to start with the right style, don't worry, we've got you covered! We will give you five classic hat shapes that will come with a barrage of costumes you can utilize them toward and get extra creative with, while also being a fantastic addition to your everyday style well after the season of tricks and treats is over.

As the seasons change, so do the materials hats are made of. This is what separates Spring/Summer from Fall/Winter hats. Sure, you can wear your summer straw in the winter, if you’d like. But, that’s like wearing sandals in the snow....

In mid-July we began a series updates that gave our website a new look that was years in the making. Between then and now, a few more things have changed, moved or gone away entirely. But, this weekend (October 1st), our website will receive it's last major update for awhile.