Fall Hats: Top Off Your Outfit Without Going Over the Top

By Anna R

Celebrities are always wearing hats. And looking very chic and sophisicated when they do so. When it comes to the common girl, though, most of us get a little insecure when it comes to donning some headwear. When you wear a hat you usually give off one of two vibes: 1) The “I’m so fashionable and trendy that I wear hats” vibe, or, 2) The “OMG that girl looks ridiculous in that hat” vibe. If you love headwear but you’re nervous that you might be vibin’ with number 2 if you even try on a cute hat in the store, follow these tips. If you know where to buy em and how to wear em, pulling off the hat trend will be a cinch.

Fedora – This menswear inspired felt hat makes a bold statement by itself so make sure the rest of your outfit is relatively low key. Wear it with you’re hair down and use it to dress up a simple classic outfit like Hillary Duff’s. If you’re feeling extra ambitious, try tilting it to one side. Tres chic!

Splurge: Tarnish Fedora With Bow available at Nordstroms – $158.00

Bargain: Stripe Trim Fedora at Forever 21 – $10.80

Cossack – Take a cue from the Russians with a faux fur Cossack hat this fall/winter. These hats will definitely keep your head warm when it’s cold out. The look to aim for with a Cossack hat is luxurious and bundled up. Wear with a nice winter coat (when it starts to get cold out, obviously), a scarf, and boots for the ultimate winter-y look. Shiny lip gloss and pink blush will make you look especially polished and put together. Make sure you take the hat off when you get inside, however, to avoid severe head sweating.

Buy a Russian-Style Faux Fur Cossack Hat at FabulousFurs.com – $49.00

Cloche – These bell shaped French hats are extremely stylish this season and super and easy to wear. A cloche pairs well with any simple, understated outfit. I recommend a sweater, tight jeans, and high heeled leather boots.

Purchase an UGG Australia Classic Back Snap cloche at Zappos.com – $107.10

Or if you’re on a budget try this black felt cloche from Forever 21 – $12.80.

Beret – These are by far my favorite hats. I love the way they look super low-key – like you just threw it on as you ran out the door. This hat is perfect for every season and occassion. Just like the cloche, the knit beret looks great with any outfit, but to avoid lookin’ like you’re trying too hard, it’s a good idea to keep the outfit basic.

Splurge: Marc by Marc Jacobs brown dotted wool pleated beret available at Bluefly.com for $159.00.

Bargain: Basic wool black beret at SolidColorHats.com for $7.50