Monday, February 22, 2016

How To Accessorise Your Outfit Using Vintage Hats

By Stephen Patterson


If you love the idea of adding vintage elements to an outfit without looking dated you may want to consider using accessories instead of clothing pieces themselves. Adding touches such as vintage hats can be a great way to get an outfit that has the feel of a bygone era without going overboard. Here are some tips that you can use to ensure the hat you choose looks great and gives you the feel you are looking for.

You may be surprised to find out how long these items have been popular. Although wearing them is less common than it used to be, there are many social events and occasions where a person is not considered fully dressed unless they have something on their head. Over time, styles have changed although passion for headgear has not.

You can find vintage pieces in many different places. Thrift stores and vintage clothing stores will often have some of these pieces for sale. Some truly antique pieces may occasionally come up for sale at auctions or estate sales. Keep in mind that some of these items can be fairly pricey and it may take you some time to build your collection.

The time of year should definitely influence what kind of hat you choose. There are some that are made out of lighter weight materials such as straw. These are great choices when you are out in sunny, hot climates but will not work as well when the temperature dips. Conversely, heavier materials such as velvet, felt or fur should be saved for colder weather as they may be too heavy during the summer or the spring.

Unless you are attending an event where people will be totally dressed in period attire, balance is ideal when wearing a hat. Consider wearing neutral, modern pieces along with your chosen piece. You may be able to add in other more classic or antique elements but be careful not to overload your outfit. You want the focus to be on your head gear and not on your outfit as a whole.

You may also want to consider what kind of an event you are attending. For example, if you are attending a wedding or other event where you may be more dressed up, a fancier hat may be a better choice than one that is more casual. Women often have a wider range of options to choose from but men do have some variety here as well.

If you will be wearing your headgear on a regular basis and want to make sure that they continue to look good, it is important to know how to take care of them. For example, caring for a vintage straw piece would involve different steps than caring for one that is made out of felt or fabric. Researching different cleaning products and storage methods is a good idea.

Wearing your hat can be a fun and exciting. You may be surprised at the amount of attention that you get. If you are wearing a truly unusual style you may find that people will ask you questions about it so be prepared to talk about why you love these fun and beautiful fashion objects.




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