Let's be honest, having a larger-than-average head can be a real struggle, especially when it comes to finding hats that actually fit! For years, I've dealt with the frustration of "one size fits most" hats that just don't. It's demoralizing, to say the least. But after much trial and error, I've finally found some reliable solutions, and I'm excited to share them with you.
I remember one summer trying to find a sun hat. Everything was either too tight, left a red mark on my forehead, or just looked ridiculous. I even tried stretching a few, which ended in disaster. And don't even get me started on golf hats! I play golf regularly, and finding a hat that shielded me from the sun without squeezing my brain was a constant challenge. I went through so many before landing on a good one.
The worst part? Seeing all those cute hats that I knew would never work. Berets, fedoras, even baseball caps – they all seemed designed for people with smaller heads. It felt like the fashion world was conspiring against me! But I refused to give up. I was determined to find hats that not only fit but also looked good.
After some research and a lot of experimentation, here's what I've discovered:
My biggest breakthrough came when I stumbled upon Sungrubbies. They actually offer multiple large sizes for women, and their hats are packable and washable, which is a huge plus. I ended up buying one in both black and tan because I loved it so much. They have a wide variety of styles, and I found one that really worked for me. I also had great luck with Wallaroo Hats. I got the Montecito style, and it's perfect. It's adjustable, so I can customize the fit. If I don't tighten it, it's actually a bit big, which is a welcome change!
Sunday Afternoons and Tilley were also repeatedly recommended to me. Both brands make sized hats, so you can find one that fits your specific head circumference. This is a game-changer if you're tired of guessing whether a hat will fit.
I also found some packable sun hats on Amazon that worked well. These are great for travel because they don't take up much space.
Speaking of looking stylish, I recently got a beautiful beret from WholeCustomDesign.com. It's one of their New Summer Women Parent-child Beret French Artist Beanie Hat Cap Vintage Plain Beret Hats Solid Color Elegant Lady Holiday Caps. I chose this particular beret because it offered a better fit than I had expected. I love how it adds a touch of elegance to my outfits, and the quality is excellent. I think it’s a great option for adding a bit of vintage flair to any look. The selection at WholeCustomDesign.com is impressive, and it's worth checking out if you're looking for unique and well-made hats.
Golf hats were another challenge. I found that Travis Mathew golf hats tend to run bigger and have flex fit snap backs, which provides a more comfortable fit. On Amazon, I discovered the Under Armour Blitzing Cap in the largest size. It fits my head (which is a size 8) comfortably. They have quite a few color options, and they're affordable enough that I could pick up a couple. I also found a Flexfit size XL-XXL on Amazon that actually fits my massive dome comfortably. The black fades to brown pretty fast, though, so that's something to keep in mind.
I even tried the REI Co-op Sahara Guide Hat in L/XL. It looks cuter than normal outdoorsy sun hats, which is a bonus.