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How do you choose the right hat shape for your face?
A hat is much more than a simple sun protection accessory. If models vary so much in shape and style, it's because this faithful travel companion is above all a major asset in enhancing your natural elegance. And that's why, whether you're a man or a woman, you need to choose your hat with care, so that it perfectly matches the shape of your face.
But then, how do you determine the ideal headgear shape for different morphologies? Whether your face is round, square, oval or heart-shaped, what type of hat is best for your features? Specializing in the manufacture of natural RAFFIA hats, IBELIV can help you find the ideal hat for your face shape.
Face shapes: an overview of different morphologies
Before selecting hat models, the first step is to determine your face shape. Each shape has its own characteristics. Round face, square face, oval face, heart-shaped face: we present the particularities of each to help you differentiate the different morphologies and identify your own.
The oval face: the easiest shape to highlight
With its balanced proportions, this face shape has it all. The forehead is slightly wider than the chin, and the cheekbones are well defined. These harmonious features offer great freedom in the choice of hat shapes...
The round face: the shape that needs structure
The round face has soft contours, full cheeks and a discreet chin. A face shape that needs to be structured to enhance it without accentuating the roundness...
The square face: the shape that needs softness
Recognizable by its assertive jawline, broad forehead and angular features, this face shape can be enhanced with an accessory that softens the lines.
The heart-shaped face: the most harmonious shape
The heart-shaped face captivates with its natural charm. With a broad forehead, high cheekbones and a slimmer chin, it's considered a particularly harmonious shape.
The main hat models: origin, characteristics and style
Now that you've identified your precise face shape, it's time to familiarize yourself with the main hat models. Some only cover the head, others also protect the neck with their wide brims. Here's an overview of headwear styles that have successfully stood the test of time.
The Fedora or Borsalino: the shape popularized by the biggest stars
From Humphrey Bogart to Michael Jackson to Jean-Paul Belmondo, the Fedora is a symbol of timeless elegance. This hat is also known as the Borsalino, in reference to the hat maker Giuseppe Borsalino, who enjoyed great success with his Fedora models.
With its hollowed cap, slightly pinched at the front, and soft edges that vary in width depending on the style, it sits proudly on your head, adding an authentic touch to your look. Whether for men or women, the Borsalino seduces everyone with its irresistible allure, somewhere between casual and sophisticated.
The Trilby: Fedora's little brother
The Trilby also features a pinched cap, but its narrow edges give it a more urban, modern look. The little brother of the Borsalino, it has nothing to envy the latter, its natural charm more effective than ever over the years.
The capeline: the feminine hat par excellence
With its wide, soft brim, the capeline protects the head, neck and hair with femininity and lightness. In fact, this hat softens your overall appearance by enveloping your face in its elegant, airy curves. Even without glasses, you'll be safe from the sun, confident of your style and charm.
The cloche hat: the hat that seduces with its vintage charm
Inherited from the 1920s, the cloche hat hugs the head as closely as possible, covering the forehead and reaching down to the eyes. Its vintage charm appeals to women whose nostalgic natures tend to be seduced by the fashions of yesteryear.
The art of association: which shape for which face?
Creating perfect harmony between the lines of your face and the shape of your hat is an art in itself. Here are a few tips to help you master this subtle exercise. We reveal the most suitable hat shapes for different body shapes.
Anything goes with an oval face
It's the face shape that lets you be daring. Choose the hat shape that best matches your current look!
Wide-brimmed hats with high caps for round faces
The aim is toelongate the shape of the face to restore balance to the proportions. This means avoiding hats that are too round, or short brims that accentuate the roundness of the face. A model like the Fedora fulfills all these conditions!
Hats with wide, soft brims for a square face
A soft, floppy hat softens the angular features of a square face. Wide, airy brims bring subtle balance to this morphology.
Hats that cover the forehead for a heart-shaped face
With a heart-shaped face, opt for shapes that balance the broad forehead and slim chin. The borsalino, for example, is ideal, with its slightly forward-sloping brim. Hats with asymmetrical brims are also a good choice.
Our tips for a successful hat look
Choosing a hat isn't just about taking into account the shape of your face. You need to consider other factors too, to create a harmonious look. Here are some additional tips to help you select the right model.
- Make sureyour hat, glasses, make-up and haircut are allin harmony: everything must be thought out in the same spirit.
- Pay attention to color and material: a natural RAFFIA hat, like those offered by IBELIV, ensures authentic, long-lasting style thanks to its ethical, natural, handcrafted origin.
- Don't forget tomatch your hat to your figure: too wide a brim can cramp a small stature, while a hat that's too discreet can get lost on a generous build.
You now have all the information you need to select your hat. Browse our selection of hats in RAFFIA from Madagascar and find the one that will enhance your face and your style!