The Way You Wear Your Hat-- No They Can't Take That Away From Me!

So I just had to show off this video that a friend of mine sent me.

I've developed, what I think to be, a healthy relationship with kitten youtubez... because I am quite deathly allergic to the feline specimen (cut to me bleeding from the eyes near a Calico). What's better than a baby animal of any sort? Oh a baby animal broadcasted for the world to bask in the glory of, that's what!

While this clip may make you laugh, or call Animal 911, I hope it will be a good segue into a discussion on hats!

Wait, hold the phone... before we start, can I just mention that anything miniature is adorable?! Now how the heck did they create such a well constructed hat for a cutie-patootie so itsy?

I've always had this affinity toward top hats (perhaps it's my subconscious desire to be a Freemason, swivel a cane, or know Abraham Lincoln in the biblical sense). They are not only emblems of class and sophistication, but also are imbued with theatricality. I would never suggest someone wear one for say, a night out to Red Lobster, unless you are Lil Wayne of course, but a hat can just be center stage to any ensemble!

Hold on to your hats, folk's its going to be a wild ride!



Working in the fields for the summer harvest? Well, Chanel can throw you this wide brimmed straw hat embellished with silk tulle voile from the Spring/Summer 2010 Collection. Be careful with what you match it with...Little House On the Prairie hasn't been shooting since 1974, so let's keep the flowing, paisley blouses to a minimum.

Pair it with a vintage-looking, one-piece bathing suit for an exquisite sun-soaking look. Or, for Sunday Brunch in the garden, slip on crisp, white shorts, neutral wedges, and a corporate-esqe, pastel button up.



Urban Outfitter has San Diego Hat Co. cocktail hat for $34.00. Always on the go? The wind will never carry your hat away-- this is finished with a hair clip inside, and an elastic cord for a perfect fit.

Why I love this? Because you can dress it up, or dress it down. For the day wear it with jean shorts, and then when you're running to a party after dusk, you can wear it with more romantic, evening colors.



Looking for a little Southern Comfort in your life? Pop on this Colonel Sander's cousin and sip some sweet tea on your porch to cool off. The fedora comes in eight colors, but I like it in Kelly Green especially against the eggshell. Customers say it fits perfectly, and it's "fun and flirty" for the summer season.

Nordy's is probably the greatest place to get exactly what you need, and usually for an exceptionally affordable cost. This Grosgrain Straw Fedora is only $28.00!



Now is it really considered a hat when it's already attached to your head? Lady Gaga makes her hair into a fashion piece.

Ironically, her hair-hat mirrors a sun with those rays shooting out, but it doesn't seem to protect her from any of that paparazzi bulb-burn. Love the Free Bitch! Always revamping an orthodox idea, and flipping it over the avant-garde edge!