Sun Hats Guide: Panama, Bucket, Straw and Floppy Hats

Panama-style hats have a pinched crown and medium brim, bucket hats have a short sloping brim all around, and floppy straw hats have a wide, soft brim for maximum shade.

Panama-style hats and fedoras

These hats have a creased, pinched crown and a medium brim. They look polished with summer dresses, linen and vacation outfits.

Bucket hats

Bucket hats have a soft crown and a short brim that slopes down all the way around. They’re casual, packable and popular in prints like tie dye, floral and leopard.

Floppy straw sun hats

A floppy hat has a wide, soft brim that shades the face and shoulders — the classic beach and pool hat. Many come with a chin strap for windy days.

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• Women's Lurex Straw Panama Sun Hat — $22.00
• Women's Straw Panama Hat with Band — $20.50
• Women's Leopard Band Panama Hat — $28.50
• Women's Straw Panama Hat with Color Band — $20.50
• Women's Suede Band Trim Panama Sun Hat — $25.50
• Women's Wide Brim Sun Hat with Print Lining and Chin Strap — $26.00
• Women's Sun Hat — $27.00
• Women's Straw Panama Hat with Floral Scarf Band — $28.50

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a Panama hat and a fedora?

The shapes are similar; a Panama hat traditionally refers to a woven straw hat, while fedoras are often made of felt.

What hat gives the most shade at the beach?

A wide-brim floppy sun hat shades the face, neck and shoulders the most.

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