| John Stetson sold the first cowboy hat about 150 years ago, and over the past century and a half they have only increased in popularity. In the old west, cowboy hats were not worn for fashion but for their usefulness. This hat had many purposes. It was good for keeping the elements off your head and it could also hold water. Straw cowboy hats seem to be among the most popular even since the days of the old west. In modern times, the cowboy hat has increased in popularity. This is for one reason and one reason alone, fashion. The cowboy hat has become a fashion statement for cowboys and those who call themselves cowboys. Furthermore, the cowboy hat is no longer just for cowboys; you will see many women wearing them in fashionable colors and patterns as well. It may come as no surprise to you that cowboy hats made of straw are more popular than those made of felt or leather. Everywhere you will see all kinds of people wearing them. You may have seen your neighbor wearing them while doing yard work. You may even see the tourist wearing them while out at a theme park or at the beach. You may not know it, but there is a good reason for cowboy hats to be made of straw. Because they are woven, these hats let in more air than the ones made of felt or leather. Despite this difference they are still good at keeping the sun out of your eyes and off your head. However, if it starts to rain, you may find that your head will get wet. There are many types of straw that these hats can be made from, and thankfully, most of them are not very expensive. Still, it's a good idea to check what kind of straw is used before you buy. One of the most popular types is toquilla straw. Toquilla straw is made from Ecuadorian palm trees. Straw hats made from toquilla are called panama straw hats. If you are looking for one of these hats you should be able to find one almost anywhere. Just have a look around the garden section of your local department store; these hats are also pretty cheap as well. Straw cowboy hats are better than felt or leather cowboy hats in many ways. One, they are cooler to wear outdoors in the heat of the summer. Two they are cheaper than the felt and leather cowboy hats. Three they will still keep the sun's harmful rays off your head and out of your eyes. |
Author Bio:
Ned D'Agostino is a notable scripter. Ned likes to pen down articles about this field. |
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