Straw hats have been my go-to accessory this summer. With one beach trip already behind us and another on the horizon, I can’t get enough of the breezy, sun-smart styles. In a few days Jeff and I will head to the Bahamas for a week with friends, so I’ve been curating a selection of my favorite straw hats to pack and wear.
Below is a curated list of stylish straw hats in a range of prices and silhouettes—everything from classic boaters and Panamas to floppy brims, visors, and pom-pom embellished options. Whether you’re heading to the beach, strolling a boardwalk, or just want a lightweight, chic sun hat for everyday wear, there’s something here for every taste.
The feature image shows a painter-style straw hat from Goodwin that I really love.
1. Samuji boater hat from Bona Drag — my absolute favorite.
2. Samuji straw ruffle hat from Bona Drag — reminiscent of the DIY flower hat look.
3. c’est la vie floppy straw hat from Nordstrom — an affordable floppy option at around $28.
4. Big pom-pom straw hat from Bando — a fun, playful pick at about $22.
5. Packable Helen Kaminski visor from Nordstrom — great for travel since it packs down easily.
6. Zigzag woven straw hat from Nordstrom — a textured option around $49.
7. Nannacay pom-pom hat from Need Supply — a handcrafted-feel choice at about $76.
8. Columbia straw hat from Need Supply — a budget-friendly sun hat at roughly $14.99.
9. Denim visor from Nordstrom — a casual, sporty twist on the classic straw visor.
10. Rag & Bone wide brim hat from Nordstrom — a higher-end, structured wide-brim option.
11. Two-tone Panama hat from Nordstrom — a classic, stylish take on the Panama silhouette.
12. Super wide Panama hat from Bona Drag — an ultra-wide brim for maximum sun protection and drama.
Note: Several of these picks are available at Nordstrom. If you shop there often, keep an eye out for seasonal sales. Nordstrom typically runs early-access events and larger public sales during summer months, which can be a good time to score a favorite style at a lower price.
If you want to personalize a hat once you have one, adding a few fabric flowers is an easy and stylish DIY. I’ve put together a simple tutorial for a DIY flower hat that walks through how to embellish a plain straw hat for a custom look.
Are you wearing straw hats this season? Which style from this list would you pick—boater, Panama, floppy, or visor?