HAT TRICK // Panama, Fedora

By Erika Brechtel @smallshopstudio

Man, I love a good easy brimmed hat. Throw it on with a seemingly standard ensemble, and suddenly you’re casual chic. I especially love it when paired with something unexpected — a pencil skirt, a silk dress, fancy flats, fall wear, leather or lace.

Ladies, the panama and fedora are a spring, summer — and now fall — staple.

Don’t you love the idea of taking a felt version into cooler weather with sweaters, cords and boots?

Or not…

Either way, perhaps it’s time to get one. A few options:

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