Felt or straw. Felt hats are made from varying gradations of beaver and rabbit furs, 100 percent beaver being the best quality; high-caliber straw hats are woven from Mexican palm leaves.

Felt. The most ideal Western hats are made from fur felt crafted from pure beaver. Felt hats prove capable of protecting the wear from wind, rain and snow, both because it’s warm and water resistant.

The cowboy hat, created in the 1860s, remains a unique icon for America. ... And they’re not limited to felt: there are also straw hats, which pair well with warmer weather.

Award-winning costume designer Janie Bryant created the costumes for the “Yellowstone” prequels “1923” and “1883,” and she believes the timeless appeal of cowboy hats is due, in large ...

This is Tacchino Hat company: a family run Italian business with a legacy spanning two centuries.