Shady Lady
With its generous brim, this oversized stripe hat offers ample shade on the sunniest of days.
To buy: Laundry by Shelli Segal “Nicole” Sun Hat, $68
Country Strong
To keep from looking dated, save this his Aztec-style cowboy hat for the sand. Paired with a cool cover-up or a colorful sarong, it becomes a stylish way to stay shaded.
To buy: Topshop Aztec Straw Cowboy Hat, $45
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Sunny Side Up
An oversized brim on this cheerful yellow hat will give you enough protection to lounge even during peak hours.
To buy: Barneys New York Sun Hat, $79
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Uptown Girl
A large ribbon bow adds a ladylike element to this natural straw style.
To buy: Topshop Lady Bow Hat, $40
Bucket List
Look smart in a classic bucket shape that never goes out of style. Make it modern with high-waisted shorts or keep it traditional with a pleated skirt.
To buy: J.Crew Crusher Hat, $37
Fits the Bill
Try a raffia visor in lieu of a hat as an elegant way to rule out the rays. Team it with some strappy leather sandals for a beach-friendly vibe.
To buy: Helen Kaminski Raffia Visor, $110
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Flower Girl
A playful lace flower adds a femme touch to a floppy woven hat that’s bound to afford hours in the sun.
To buy: OndadeMar, Raffia Woven Sun Hat, $100
Feeling Groovy
Indie moms will snag this fedora for their warm-weather look: It’s chic, classic and will give T-shirt dresses a necessary edge.
To buy: Eugenia Kim Fedora, $275
