A slouch hat (or a slouch hat bandanna) is a large, wide brimmed felt or canvas hat usually worn with a strap over one shoulder, either across one arm or across both arms. Slouch hats are extremely popular in the United Kingdom, but they are growing in popularity in other countries and are making a strong fashion statement in the United States as well. A slouch hat can be worn with almost any outfit and can provide a fresh, non-conventional twist on many traditional styles of hats. The following article will detail some of the popular reasons to wear a slouch hat.
Fashion. Wearing a slouch hat brings out the ugliest, fashion-forward features of your face – usually the eyes, eyebrows and mouth. Because hats are typically large and block the face, a slouchy hat can help bring out the beauty in what you are wearing by highlighting your natural beauty. Also, because of their large brim, slouching hats give a slightly damaged look when worn with dirty or stained clothes – a way to offset this look without being too dirty (and in the case of stained clothing, wearing dirty clothes to offset a slouch hat isn’t recommended).
For casual or everyday use. If you would like to wear a slouch hat for more than just a casual, fashion-inspired look in the morning or in the evening, you can still wear it casually – it’s not a hat that’s specifically designed for every day. If you want to wear it for work or for formal occasions, though, you can definitely find a style that matches your needs. Slouching hats can be found in almost every size from a medium slouch to a large one – you can even find ones with embroidery or other trinkets to dress up the look a bit. You can also choose different lengths to create varying height effects or opt for a wider brim to make your face look larger. For truly wild and crazy looks, try wearing your hat backward!