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Home • Accessories

Accessories Street Style: 11 Stylish Hats to Block the Rays

As the days get longer and hotter, opting for a cool hat to block the rays is the way to go. These stylish ladies know just how to top off an emsemble with a haute hat.
By Dominique Hobdy Photos by Hannan · Updated October 27, 2020
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Haute Hat

Let your ‘fro flourish with a cool topper that shares the spotlight. 

11 Stylish Hats to Block the Sunrays
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Haute Hat

We love how this wide-brimmed straw fedora does double duty; providing coverage and style. 

11 Stylish Hats to Block the Sunrays
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Haute Hat

Keep is easy, breezy with a black and white fedora. 

11 Stylish Hats to Block the Sunrays
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Haute Hat

We’re loving this funky black hat that’s perfectly situated to keep the curls going! 

11 Stylish Hats to Block the Sunrays
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Haute Hat

There’s nothing like a classic black hat to pull an ensemble together. 

11 Stylish Hats to Block the Sunrays
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Haute Hat

Yes to this oh-so-chic black straw fedora! We love how this tops off her super cool look! 

11 Stylish Hats to Block the Sunrays
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Haute Hat

A pop of color is always the right move. A hat like this will liven up any outfit! 

11 Stylish Hats to Block the Sunrays
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Haute Hat

A great hat, reflective shades and a fun necklace? We’d say this look is a winner. 

11 Stylish Hats to Block the Sunrays
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Haute Hat

A bowler hat is the perfect way to put a fresh take on a vintage look. 

11 Stylish Hats to Block the Sunrays
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Haute Hat

Love! The wide-brim on this straw hat gives such a “wish you were here” vacation vibe.

11 Stylish Hats to Block the Sunrays
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Haute Hat

This chic black bowler hat gives us a paris aura that’s too cool. 

11 Stylish Hats to Block the Sunrays