Bowler Derby Hat 100% Wool Crushable Iconic British Hat 19th Century Style

Description

 DERBY CRUSHABLE BOWLER HAT

100% WOOL

Colour: BROWN

Sizes: M 56 cm and M 57 cm

 The bowler hat, also known as a derby hat, was introduced in 1849 by London hat-makers Thomas and William Bowler. Originally designed to protect gamekeepers’ heads from low-hanging branches while on horseback, the hat quickly gained popularity due to its practical design and durability. It featured a hard, rounded crown and a narrow brim, offering a middle ground between the formal top hat and the casual flat cap. By the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the bowler hat became a staple in British fashion, worn by both the working class and the bourgeoisie, symbolizing a blend of functionality and sophistication.

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