Leather Bush Hats - The Ideal Festival Hat

With weather like ours, planning what to wear to a music festival can prove extremely difficult indeed. One minute it can be sunny and the next, tipping it down with rain. Combine that with the joys of camping where space is limited, you'll need to take items that are practical and versatile and won't be spoiled by a bit of mud.

When out in the sun all day you'll definitely need to wear a hat to keep the sun off your face and avoid the dreaded sunstroke but the right hat can also be an advantage in the rain too. Leather bush hats are the ideal all-weather hat. Designed to be worn in extreme weather conditions, the wide brim will keep you shaded and protected up to50 UV (not that we'll be expecting that from a British summer!) but will also keep the wind and rain off, allowing you to stay comfortable. What's more, these hats are made to last. They'll take no end of battering and they'll still look as good as the day you bought them. In fact, any little scratches will only add to that rugged look!

Visit our website now to browse leather bush hats by Barmah and Wombat Leather.

How to fit your leather bush hat

 

 

You might not think you need to be told how to put on a bush hat and which size is right for you. These are things you should know instinctively, right? However, after years of experience, Aussie cattle drovers have developed a certain knack, which ensures that the hat stays firmly on and suffers minimal wear and tear.

When trying on a leather bush hat, you may occasionally find that one size is too small but the next size up is too large. We recommend you take the smaller size. Leather is a natural material that will breathe and change shape over time. You might like to give it a head start by pulling it over your knee to stretch it. Soon your bush hat will mould to the shape of your head for ultimate comfort.

To put your hat on, smooth any hair away from your forehead and place the front of the hat on your head. The ribbon always goes at the back. Then, using the palm of your hand, push the hat down from the back of the crown. You can wear your hat with the brim level with your eyes or you can wear it pushed back in the typical laid-back Aussie style.

Take care not to pinch the front of your hat when putting it on your head. This will cause a sharp point which will be likely to wear. Tugging the brim to ensure the hat is on properly can also cause damage. By putting it on this way, your bush hat should stay firmly on your head, even on the windiest of days and you can maintain the iconic Australian shape of your hat and avoid any unnecessary wear and tear. When not being worn, we recommend that you rest the hat upside down on the crown or hang it from a peg.

 

Please visit http://www.bobtailstradingcompany.co.uk/ for a selection of genuine leather bush hats by Barmah and Wombat.

Where to get Pippa Middleton’s australian leather bush hat

It’s generally well known that Kate Middleton is a fan of the leather bush hat but did you know that Pippa Middleton is too? The younger sister of the Duchess of Cambridge, famed for her perfectly-formed bottom, is seen here with a group of friends, also partial to an aussie bush hat, presumably out on a hunt.

Pippa’s hat is a Barmah squashy suede hat in hickory and is available to buy online for £45.99 at Bobtails Trading Company.

Image source:  pippa-middleton.co.uk

What to wear with a leather bush hat

The leather bush hat may be a practical item that outdoorsy types have sworn by for decades but it’s also one of this summer’s most versatile fashion accessories. Here’s what to wear with your leather bush hat to look right on trend this season.

Look 1 : The English Rose



Wombat Outback bush hat £29.99; Barbour utility polarquilt jacket in olive £129,  tweed mini skirt, Joules £45.50; Ashbury Boyfriend shirt, Jack Wills £59; Gallway boots, Dubarry £125.

Leather bush hats are a wardrobe staple of the aristocracy. When attending hunts or horse trials a leather bush hat is an absolute must. Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge is a particular fan and ever since she stepped into the spotlight as the bride of the future King of England, young women all over the world are striving to emulate her classic, well-groomed look.

To get the English Rose look, pair your leather bush hat with a Barbour (another of the posh girl’s wardrobe basics) and a pair of knee-high boots or Hunter wellies if particularly wet. Tweed is another English countryside essential, also often sported by Kate Middleton. Kate likes to keep her tweed skirts short for a young fresh look. Don’t forget to turn your shirt collar up and accessorise with pearls!

Look 2: All-American Girl



Hat (as before); American fringe flag vest, Topshop £30; light wash stud denim shorts, Miss Selfridge £35; Deena & Ozzy Khaki Suede Relaxed Boot, Urban Outfitters £68.

A leather bush hat is a great way to add a touch of the Wild West to an outfit. Slip on some Daisy Dukes, a vintage-inspired Tee (fringing optional) and a pair of suede desert boots. Finish the look by piling on bracelets and necklaces with earthy details such as stone and leather embellishments and add a pair of aviator shades. This is a really cool festival look.

Look 3: Safari chic

Hat (as before); khaki belted shirt dress, Marlene Birger £177; KG Lokesh sandals, Kurt Geiger £85; Sahara beaded necklace, Monsoon £15.

The key element to this look is a cotton shirt dress in brown, camel or khaki. Add a touch of Africa with some statement jewellery and strappy sandals featuring animal prints, beads and silver embellishments. This is a really easy look to pull off and can be worn by women of all ages.

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For a range of bush hats by Wombat Leather and Barmah please visit bobtailstradingcompany.co.uk