Summer Straw Hats

The Symbol of Summer: Straw Hats

Straw hats have been around for a long time ¿ as long ago as the Middle Ages, say some fashion experts. They're one of the only hats you'll only see in warmer months and they're one of the only style of hats accepted (and perhaps even expected) at the beach or pool.

Say, "Summer" Without Saying a Word

Few fashion accessories make a statement about the climate as straw hats. Seeing someone put a straw hat on before leaving a building tells you the person is expecting hot weather and lots of sun.

Lightweight and Flexible

The lightweight and flexible nature of straw hats make them appropriate for a wide variety of occasions.

1. A party full of active kids.
2. Festivals, carnivals, concerts and parades where spectators need protection from the sun.
3. Field trips with students of all ages.
4. Outdoor weddings or receptions.

Hand out straw hats at an outdoor event as customer outreach items and your booth will quickly become the most visited and appreciated.

Putting the Fun into Functional

Straw hats are quite simply fun. They manage to indicate summer parties and beach vacations, even if they're worn in a classroom in the middle of the winter. Hand straw hats out as classroom prizes or during a lesson and suddenly students are in a beach mood.

Budget-Friendly Hats

Straw hats manage to look cool without costing a fortune. It's easier to stretch your budget when you can buy a dozen straw hats at the same cost (or less) than you would spend on comparable hats made from different materials.

Perfect for the Beachcomber and Diva Alike!

Wearing a straw hat can say a lot about a person. A big, floppy sun hat paired with big sunglasses says, "I'm fabulous and staying out of the sun." A casual beachcomber hat says, "I'm laid back and ready to have some fun." No matter what message you're trying to convey, there's a straw hat to help get the point across.

Fiesta Fashion

Get the fiesta started with some colorful sombreros. Great for Taco Tuesday or any party, these straw hats give guests permission to let loose and have some fun. For whatever reason, donning a colorful straw hat at a party compels guests to shed their inhibitions and have a great time. Providing guests with fun straw hats gives them permission to be silly and have fun. It's simply part of the psychology of a great party.