The Brimmed Felt Hat Is Everything and Here’s How to Wear It

Pair it with a color-coordinated poncho for bohemian chic.

Get the look: Janessa Leone hat ($188); Ghost Dancer cape ($850)

A high-brim version worn straight across with statement braids will instantly make you feel all #queen.

Get the look: Albertus Swanepoel hat ($285)

A lightweight top works even in cold weather when you pair it with a rounded felt topper.

Get the look: Ecote hat ($30); Natalie Martin shirt ($117)

Ditto your linen smock dress.

Get the look: Clyde hat ($330); Rachel Craven cocoon dress ($420) and jacket ($320)

No one will think you’re wearing your nightie out on the town if you pair a slip dress with a fedora. And with sunglasses, you’re so mysterious.

Get the look: Goorin Bros. hat ($180); Equipment slip dress ($258)

Of course the brimmed wool hat goes with your favorite denim top.

Get the look: Nick Fouquet hat ($1,125); Chloe top ($595)

When pairing with your winter coat, think outside the traditional rules of matching. Try olive green with charcoal, navy blue with claret, or black with white.

Get the look: Makins Hats ($180); Kristen Blake wool coat ($129)

A wide brim and a pleated skirt are just flapper-cute.

Get the look: Maison Michel hat ($852); J. Crew skirt ($168)

Or just throw on the hat over your usual sweater and jeans. There, now you have style.

Get the look: Hat Attack fedora ($175); Everlane sweater ($100); Blank Denim jeans ($88)

The pastel hat worn by Stefani Germanotta during her current tour was made by an L.A.-based hatmaker. To the songbird’s skin-flattering pastels we say, pur-dy.

Get the look: Gladys Tamez hat ($680); Zara blazer ($70)