Ah, what a glorious time the Australian summer is.
Sizzling barbecues are rife, multiple quick dips in the ocean, and the sound of cricket in the background whilst sitting lazily in the sunshine are the key ingredients for life Down Under (between the months of December to February, at least).
But the common factor is clear – we spend a lot of time in the sun each summer, and in a world where we’re fortunate to have the research, the implications of said sunshine are crucial to consider.
Yes, that Aussie sun isn’t always our friend.
That’s why it’s all the better to see hats become trendier than ever this year.
As well as providing some much needed protection from the sun’s harming UV rays, hats are a key fashion ~look~ for the summer.
And the evidence is clear – just take a scroll through Instagram and you’ll surely notice the array of wide-brimmed accessories sitting atop the heads of friends, affiliates and celebs a-plenty.
One of those celebs is the beloved Carrie Bickmore.
After a sunny summer break over Christmas and New Year, The Project host shared a series of pictures to her Instagram, all with one thing in common – her ultra chic semi wide-brimmed hat.
“My passive aggressive friend asked if perhaps I got a new hat. I have no idea what she is talking about,” Carrie humorously captioned the image.
You can’t blame her for getting some seriously good use from it – girl’s got serious style, and the hat tops it off (quite literally).
And so, because Carrie’s well and truly inspired us, we decided to find a bunch of wide-brimmed wonders that we ourselves will thrash for the remainder of the warmer months – and beyond too.
You can never be too protected from those rays, after all.
Keep scrolling for our favourite Carrie Bickmore-inspired hats you can buy right now!
Lack Of Colour 2
Iconic Australian hat makers Lack Of Colour are go-to’s for any hat-seeker. With multiple styles ranging from baker boys, fedoras to ultra wide-brims, these guys are the real deal. This particular style, named The Fader, is one of our faves. $99, buy it online here.
Cotton On
Cotton On’s Freya Felt Panama is affordable, stylish and is the perfect addition to any summer outfit. $39.99, buy it online here.
Free People
Free People’s Wythe Leather Band Felt Hat is slightly on the pricier side, but its clean finish and wool felt fabric will keep its shape and trendiness for seasons to come. $75.40, buy it online here.
Lack of Colour 1
Lack Of Colour created another winner with their Montana design in Ivory Bone. Again, it’s worth the investment. $119.00, buy it online here.
City Beach 1
City Beach is all about the affordable, practical and oh-so-on-trend styles. Their Ashford Felt Hat is case in point. $29.99, buy it online here.
Will + Bear
Made from 100% Australian wool, Will + Bear’s unique flat-brim designs not only support the local industry, but they look damn good while doing so. This Calloway Fawn design is a go-to. $119, buy it online here.
Forever New
Same same, but different – straw is also a go-to for any hat lover. This Forever New Julia Boater Hat is an all-round classic. $44.99, buy it online here.
City beach 2
We’re also big fans of the wider fedora style – and with a cute name to boot. The Archie Wide Brim Felt Hat is available from City Beach. $29.99, buy it online here.
Billy Bones Club
Billy Bones Club is known for its tip-top headwear – their C.R.E.A.M Fedora sums the feat up nicely. $89.95, buy it online via The Iconic here.
