American Hat Maker's Blog

Cleaning & Sizing
How To Clean Your Straw Cowboy Hat

Straw hats don’t last forever. If you wear it often, your straw hat will need a little cleaning after a few warm seasons... More

Buyers Guides
The Ultimate Guide to Women's Hat Styles

Like hairstyles, women’s hat styles are always changing. In the 1920s, turbans and musketeer hats were popular. Today, fedoras and cowboy hats are... More

History of Hats
Straw hats have come a long way and have a history of their own

Any mention of the hat is incomplete without straw hats. It is the best accessory that completes your seaside look. If you are... More

Buyers Guides
Trilby vs Fedora - What's the Difference?

Trilby hats have brims less 1.5 inches wide and fedoras have brims 2 or wider. What is the Difference Between a Trilby vs... More

New Styles
C.C. Deville Highlight | Look What the "Hat" Dragged in!

C.C. Deville's scorching licks and penchant for badass hats knows no bounds.      Mr. Deville is no stranger to rock n' roll... More

History of Hats
A small window to the world of this American Hat Company

The history of hats is so deep-rooted that it can be difficult to trace its origin. But there is an overall acceptance that... More

Hat Facts
2021 - The American Hat Makers Scholarship

   American Hat Makers believe in superior craftsmanship and traditional skills. They are renowned hat makers in the United States and have won a... More

Buyers Guides
Trilby vs Pork Pie Hat vs Fedora - What’s the Difference?

Trilby hats, pork pie hats, and fedoras. Before jumping into their differences, let’s cover what they have in common. All three hat types... More

Hat Facts
New Rules of Cowboy Hat Etiquette

Knowing hat etiquette in the 21st century is as important as wearing the right hat for the right occasion. Use our guide to... More

History of Hats
Comprehensive Guide to Top Hat Styles

Anatomy of a black silk top hat and a brown leather top hat. What is a Top Hat? A top hat is a... More

Cleaning & Sizing
How To Clean Your Straw Hat

How to Clean Sweat Stains and Dirt from Your Straw Hats Straw is one of the most popular and versatile materials for cabana,... More

Buyers Guides
Types of Cowboy Hat Styles and Creases

A Guide to the Modern Types of Cowboy Hats and Creases Although many cowboy and western hats started with a similar design, cowgirls... More

Buyers Guides
How to pack your Cabana and Breeze mesh sun hat!

One awesome perk of owning a SolAir Cabana or Breeze mesh sun hat is the fact that they are easily pack-able in a backpack... More

Hat Facts
How to make a hat!

When it comes to making leather hats, it's good to come to the source. Since 1972, the American Hat Maker company has been... More