Beach Hat – A Brim With a Wire in It, So the Suitcase Stops Mattering

The hat spans 27.5 inches overall, of which 9.8 inches is brim reaching out over your shoulders. A flexible wire follows the outer edge, so the front can be turned up to see ahead or rolled down for more cover. Air passes through the open weave of the crown.

Why choose this wired beach hat?

A large straw hat is usually the first thing left behind, because packing one ends in a permanent crease. The wire edge changes the maths: the brim collapses flat and then springs back. An inner band tunes the fit between 22 and 22.8 inches, which is what keeps it on when the wind gets up.

• 27.5 inch span: A 9.8 inch brim that puts your shoulders in shade as well as your face.
• Bendable edge: Turn the front up for a clear view or down for full cover, and it holds the angle.
• Flat packing: Folds into a case or beach bag and reshapes once you take it out.
• Ventilated crown: The open weave lets heat rise through instead of sitting against your head.
• Inner sizing band: Adjusts between 22 and 22.8 inches for a grip that suits your head.

The shape is yours to set each morning.

After unpacking, work the brim round with both hands rather than pressing on one spot. A creased weave comes back with a low iron and a little patience. Tighten the inner band before a windy day so the crown holds rather than lifts.

Specifications

• Woven straw construction
• Overall diameter 27.5 in (70 cm)
• Brim width 9.8 in (25 cm)
• Head circumference 22 to 22.8 in (56 to 58 cm)
• Shapeable wire edge, UPF 50+

Fold it into the case and shape it on arrival.