A Complete Guide to Cowboy Hats for Men

Looking to branch out from baseball hats and try something new? Consider getting a cowboy hat!

The cowboy hat is a symbol of Western culture that has captured the imagination for generations. It stands for freedom, grit, hard work, and independence. 

Since it evokes a certain old-school gravitas, the thought of owning one makes some people feel intimidated.

Although it’s called a “cowboy hat”, it’s not just for rough riders. Yes, cowboys use them to shade their faces during long days on the ranch, but that’s not their only purpose. 

There are so many different types of cowboy hats, and here we’ll discuss how to choose the right one for you and how to wear it with style and swagger. 

The History of Cowboy Hats

Legend has it that a man named John Stetson designed the first cowboy hat in 1865.

Stetson, a well-esteemed hatmaker from New Jersey, experimented with many different hat designs. In the end, he masterminded the “Boss of the Plains”.

The Boss of the Plans was a hat with a wide, flat brim and a tall, straight-sided crown that stretched high over the wearer. Sound familiar? 

While it was different than modern cowboy hats, it was a step in the right direction.