The Western Wear Cowboy Hat Traditions

The cowboy hat is an iconic high-crowned, broad-brimmed hat usually called the classic, traditional face accessory of the North American cowboy – hence the name. Western wear is synonymous with the cowboy hat. Many men consider it an essential part of their western wear collection. It can be worn during any season, although the hats are best suited for the hot, dry summers of the west. Western men often wear their cowboy hats backwards, in a style called the “three-in-one,” and many people choose this style if they want to change hats quickly without taking their overcoat off.

When the cowboy hat was first introduced to the world, it represented the top ruffled top or “bandana” that the cowboys wore in the saloon or stockroom. In the early years, the hats were designed more for comfort and protection than for fashion. There were very few designs before World War I, when women started wearing their own western wear. In fact, until the early 20th century, the hat was actually a sign of the western man’s innocence.

Today, the cowboy hat has come a long way. They are available in many different styles and colors, but the wide-brimmed hat, also called a “high crown,” is the most popular design. Most people consider them to be a symbol of pride in being a male westerner and of the west’s heritage. Of course, men’s high-crowned hats are not exactly the same as ladies’ wide-brimming hats. However, the similarities do point toward the timeless western culture.