If you love the idea of adding vintage elements to an outfit without looking dated you may want to consider using accessories instead of clothing pieces themselves. Adding touches such as vintage hats can be a great way to get an outfit that has the feel of a bygone era without going overboard. Here are some tips that you can use to ensure the hat you choose looks great and gives you the feel you are looking for.

Hats have been popular for hundreds of years. In the past, they were a way of making a social statement as well as being a fashion accessory. Today, in many societies, people still will not attend certain sporting or social events without covering their heads and often will pay hundreds of dollars for custom made versions that have been designed by milliners.

If you are just starting to collect headgear, you may not know where to look for truly vintage pieces. Often thrift shops will have some to choose from. There are also websites that will feature reproductions of more classic styles as well. Some estate sales or auctions may have some available as well. You may want to do some research before you attend these kinds of events so you know what you are looking for.

One thing to consider when choosing a hat is what season it is. These items can be made out of a variety of different materials and some of them are better suited to certain seasons. For example, a vintage straw boater will look beautiful during warmer months but may look out of place during the fall or winter.

Everyone has seen someone who has overloaded their ensemble with vintage or unusual pieces. It can be difficult to figure out where to focus on and, as a result, people do not get the same kind of attention on a particular part of their outfit. If you want people to focus on your hat, try balancing a vintage piece with well-tailored, neutral, more modern clothing items. You can often coordinate using colors or patterns that match your headgear in order to make your outfit look even more closely tied together.

If you will be getting dressed up and attending an event you need to think about how formal it is. For example, a wedding would call for a different choice in headgear than a more casual event would. Men should also be aware that there are a range of styles that they can choose from that will look good with a suit. If you are unsure of whether a particular style will work, check out images of similar events to see what kind of headgear the attendees are wearing.

Caring for your piece properly is the key to ensuring it will look good for years. Some materials can become brittle or easily damaged. You want to make sure that you do not store cloth versions in areas where they are exposed to sunlight as this can cause them to fade. Fur options may need special handling to prevent moths from being attracted to, and damaging, them.

Once you have found a few pieces to add to your collection you can begin wearing them. Hats tend to wax and wane in popularity but rest assured that the right topper can attract a lot of positive attention no matter where you go.