National Felt Hat Day | September 15
Fri Sep 15th

National Felt Hat Day

Tip your hat for National Felt Hat Day on September 15th. The observance honors a fashionable head shield that has been worn throughout history.

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Both men and women wore hats as protection and status symbols in history. People opted for the warmer felt hat over the lighter, cooler straw hat at this time of year. In addition,, etiquette dictated what hats men and women wore and where. For example, good behavior required men (mostly) to learn to don and doff the hat at an early age.

Although primarily made from wool, felt can also be made from other animals' fur. Usually, rabbit and beaver were the furs of choice. Beaver hats became fashionable during the 16th and 17th centuries, but trapping depleted the population.

Many styles of felt hats have appeared over the centuries, including some that have made their debuts. Many of them can remember an era. We can recall an era. The Quaker will be identified quickly by the buckle, and the stovepipe reminds most Americans of one of the country's most popular presidents. Some have odd names, such as pork pie, bowler, and stingy brim.

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Celebrate by donning your favorite felt hat and snapping a snap. Try out styles you've never tried before. Go on a hat shopping spree. Millinery methods are the subject of a research. Rather, you may find out that the Fanchon, flower pot, Reubens, Fedora, Fedora, Fedora, or a Panama is really your style. To post on social media, use the hashtag #NationalFeltHatDay.

Felt hat FAQ

Q. How are felt hats made?

A. Felt hats are made from wool or animal fur and other natural and synthetic fibers that have been matted and pressed together to form a fabric. The felt is now steamed, shaped in a way, and steamed some more before being allowed to dry. The finishing touches include stitching and embellishments such as leather, ribbon, or other ornaments.

Q. Can you wear felt hats all year round?

In any season, A. Felt hats can be worn. Since felt comes in a variety of sizes, a lighter-weight felt is most popular during the summer.