Hat Brim Shapes

You want something that is at least as wide as your nose so usually about 2 and a half inches or more.

Hat brim shapes. What Makes American Hat Makers Unique. These tips are simply a guideline for which styles might look best on you so dont be afraid to mix it up break the rules and have fun playing with color. This crease is probably the most functional crease with a round and flat shape of the crown.

Brim The brim is the part of the hat that provides protection from the sun and rain. Some are curved some are flat. The width of the brim varies depending on the style of the hat.

A Kettle-brim hat is a womens style and though the name may not sound familiar it is a hat most everyone has seen. Old west cowboys liked the Gus crease on their cowboy hat because they could grab the narrow part of the crown of their cowboy hat and bow to the ladies. They have a simple yet classic look and can be made in any material.

Avoid over-accentuating your faces roundness with wide brims and rounded crowns. If you have a big nose the most important thing is the width of the brim. If you are trying to give the brim a little upward curve such as those on a Stetson hat or typical western hats use your fingers to curl and hold the brim upward until its molded to your liking.

Thats because a nice clipped brim or angle will de-accentuate the wideness of your upper face and the narrowness of your jaw. Stylish felt hat with a pencil curl brim and a wide beaded hat band that transitions into leather on the back. We still shape hats by hand in order to meet your custom desires but also have a few pre-creased styles if you prefer.

And if you dont like the way you shaped your brim you simply flatten it out and try again. A cowboy hat with a high crown and slanted brim will suit your face nicely. Its important to choose the right hat for your face shape and fits well but even more important to find a hat that makes you feel comfortable and confident.