Cool, Calm, and Shaded: 7 Pretty Summertime Hats

Protect your skin -- especially your head! Here are 7 great summer sun hatsIn this battle between summer heat and the city gal, the scorching sun wins as usual. I think it's time to combat the sun's rays and shield that pretty head of ours. Besides, who wouldn't want to keep cool in style?

Here are 7 of my favorite sun hats for this summer:
















Two-tone straw hatTwo-Toned Topper
The charcoal brim makes a stark contrast to the lighter tone it's set against. Because the color combination isn't overbearing, it's easy to match any outfit.
Buy this at J.Crew, $38











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Summer straw hatSolid Basics
Thank you J. Crew for perfecting the flop of these straw sun hats -- AND making them available in various colors. My go-to floppy hat for when I want to keep things simple.
Buy this at J.Crew, $34.50













Striped hatStraws and Stripes
I love how the cobalt blue ribbon just pops out even in the midst of stripes and a darker shade of blue. Since there's no floppy brim, I'd suggest to bring a pair of sunglasses out.
Buy this at Gap, $14.99














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Floppy sun hatFloppy Stripes
The pink and khaki-colored stripes remind me of strawberries and cream! Top this sweet hat with a flowy sundress to complete the Strawberry Fields look.
Buy this at Gap, $34.95















Tri-hued floppy hatTri-Hued Topper
The thick open-weaves detail make this hat super chic and expensive. I've found similar hats like this go for $200! Snag this piece before someone else does.
Buy this at Anthropologie, $48














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Panama hatThe Panama Hat
Classic for traveling, hanging out and relaxing, the panama hat (especially this one from J. Crew) looks clean with a button up shirt and fitted slacks.
Buy this at J.Crew, $58














Fairweather rain hatFairweather Rain Hat
When it rains it pours, so you better keep that head dry! Polka dots in black and white are a classic print, and it's making a reprise around the town. Add this to your wardrobe for springtime, too!
Buy this at Anthropologie, $38












- By Rachel Faucett
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