How should a bucket hat be worn? Position it above the eyebrows and ears with the brim framing the face. The fit should be comfortable, that is, snug but not too tight. One or two fingers slid between the hat and the head is usually a good test. If you like an asymmetrical look, you can tilt the hat slightly forward or to one side.
My latest bucket hats were crocheted with a yarn that is a blend of wool and cotton. The brims of these bucket hats can be left floppy or shaped and molded. The cotton in the yarn helps hold the shape of the brim if it is rolled up or rounded towards the crown.
Although most everyone can wear a bucket hat well, here are some tips to rock yours. Choose a hat shape that suits your face shape and hairstyle. For example, if you have a square or angular face, the rounded rolled-up brim will soften the angles. A long face will benefit from a floppy rather than an upward-curving brim. Whether you have long or short hair, let your curls, waves, bangs, beard and hair texture be as big a part of the frame for your face as the hat. Experiment and embrace the bucket hat as a functional, versatile and stylish accessory.
Hats by Tracy J 