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

How to look like Kate Middleton for less

Royal bride Kate Middleton may not be a  fashion victim but many of her sartorial choices are definitely out of the average woman’s price range. However, with just two key pieces you too can channel the Kate Middleton look.

1. The leather hat

Kate’s leather cowboy hat has become an iconic look even inspiring Ralph Lauren for spring/summer 2011. While there are numerous leather bush hats out there on the market, the most affordable ones that are still made from quality hide leather are those by new accessories brand Wombat Leather. All Wombat Leather hats are available for under £30.

2. Italian Leather handbag

Kate’s new favourite handbag is the Tod’s D-bag, named after the late Princess Diana. While the D-bag would set you back between $1,665 and £28,000 this lookalike by Kenneth Brownne comes in at only £95.

With these classy accessories, all you need now is a bouncy blow-dry, slick of black eyeliner and mascara and a casual jeans and blazer combo to look like Kate Middleton!

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Get the Ralph Lauren spring/summer 2011 look for less

This season at Ralph Lauren it’s all about leather. In the latest collection crisp white pieces, some with lace or frills, are combined with fringed suede leather shorts, trousers, dresses, waistcoats and jackets to create a sophisticated, feminine take on the Wild West. The looks are accessorised with dark leather belts with chunky silver buckles, distressed leather cross-body bags and leather cowboy hats. You can get the look for less by styling your own white shirt, dress or pair of trousers with one of these key accessories.

1. A leather cowboy hat

A firm favourite with princess-to-be Kate Middleton, leather hats have seen a surge in popularity with young fashionable women but as expected, they don’t come cheap. However, Wombat Leather, a relatively new brand, offer a range of stylish leather hats in both smooth, suede and distressed leather at reasonable prices. All their pieces are priced under £30.

2. A chunky distressed leather belt

Choose a wide belt made from dark brown distressed leather with a large metal buckle such as this one from Kenneth Brownne (£28.84). The dark colour and chunky, masculine style will strike a real contrast with a white, tailored or feminine outfit.

3. A distressed leather cross-body bag

Go for any tan-coloured cross-body bag that has a worn, vintage look. This one from the Rowallan Wyoming collection, made from thick, oil tanned buffalo leather has a great Wild West feel to it. Where as the Ralph Lauren embellished leather shoulder bag will set you back £855, this one is priced at only £64.99. What a bargain!

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Which Bobtails boots suit you?

These days it seems like we’re being tested for everything. Psychometric tests for job applications, situational judgement tests at work, tax return assessments, BMI indexing. So to go with the times, here’s something a little more light hearted and just for fun: what boots suit you?

Are you the sort of girl who likes to wrap up warm and snuggly in classic boots that will last you winter after winter, or are you more of a trendsetter in the latest fashion? We’ve got boots to suit every personality – find out which are for you in this virtual flowchart!

1.When you go out shopping, is your primary concern comfort and warmth?
Yes – go to question 2
No – go to question 3

2.Are you very active and tend to get things done quickly?
Yes – go to question 4
No – go to question 5

3.Do you fancy your style as a bit alternative?
Yes – Agyness Biker
No – go to question 2

4.Are you quite a perfectionist and take pride in small details?
Yes – Wombat Matilda
No – Ewe boots

5.If you were an animal would you be a swan or a tiger?
Swan – Mandy
Tiger – Alice

Answers

Agyness Biker boots
You like to be at the frontier of fashion and don’t mind a bit of work to look good. Celebrities are already espousing the biker style boots and these Agyness biker boots in black and brown are perfect if you want to stand out and look good.

Wombat Matilda
You’re a practical person who suits warm, comfortable boots which you can move around in easily, but are also stylish. These Wombat Matilda boots have hard wearing soles and are made of cosy sheepskin wool and feature an intricate stitching design on the back.

Ewe
You like to get things done in a hurry and don’t have time to hang about, so you need something both practical, stylish and low-maintenance to keep up with your busy lifestyle! These Ewe boots by Gumbies are made of strong high grade cow suede, dark in colour and are easy to get on and off with pull tabs. What’s more, they look great too!

Mandy
You take pride in elegance and style and like to pay attention to your appearance. These gorgeous microfibre Mandy boots fit your personality perfectly and are warm, soft and comfortable too.

Wombat Alice
You prefer variety in life and would love the combination of fashion and function in these Alice boots. You can wear them rolled up or rolled down to go with different outfits and they are made of soft-faux fur with a practical hard sole – perfect for looking stylish on the weekends while ensuring that your feet are kept warm and comfy on the trek round the sales!

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