The Science behind why we love Hats

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Hey there hat lovers. Check out this article. Have you seen it yet? It begins —

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HATS have long held a special place in human culture. From practical protection against the elements to fashionable statements, they have adorned our heads for centuries. But what is it about these headpieces that capture our imagination and draws us in? Beyond their mere utility, there’s a fascinating science behind why we love hats. Let’s delve into the reasons that make hats so universally appealing and explore the psychology and anthropology behind our enduring attachment.

Here is a beginning, See the full article at https://neurolaunch.com/psychology-of-wearing-hats/.

Expression of Identity and Personality

Hats serve as a powerful means of expressing our individuality and personality. Just like our clothing choices, the type of hat we wear sends a message about who we are and what we value. From fedoras to baseball caps, each style carries its connotations and associations. By donning a specific hat, we can align ourselves with a particular subculture, or profession, or even evoke a sense of nostalgia. This ability to communicate and shape our identity through headwear undoubtedly contributes to our fascination with hats.

Social Signaling and Conformity

Humans are social creatures, and hats play a significant role in our social interactions. Through the ages, certain hats have become associated with specific groups or communities, creating a sense of belonging and solidarity. Wearing a hat that reflects our affiliation with a particular sports team, for example, can instantly establish a bond with fellow fans. Conversely, conforming to social norms and wearing a hat appropriate for a specific occasion or setting helps us fit into a collective identity, reinforcing our desire for social acceptance. • Continue to full article »

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Ariel butterfly headdress

Ariel Hattingdon butterfly hat with black cap.

On the first day of May this year we gave you a sneak peek at Hattingdon’s newest millinery confection — the “Ariel” butterfly headdress. Predictably, Vivian has created it in a multitude of delicious colors.

Today we show four, with blue, pink, green and purple caps. So let’s go!

Ariel Hattingdon in large butterfly fashion hat with blue cap.
Ariel with blue cap.
Ariel in pink cap.
Ariel with green cap.
Ariel in purple cap.

How about that for some drama, hat lovers? This golden ornamental butterfly headdress is a stunning look.

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Beautiful in blue

Hattingdon looks especially lovely in blue. Vivian adores her in it. For this post we got Vivian (not Hattingdon) to pick out some hats made in blue that she especially loves.

As you can see, we have started BIG. This is such a darling, fun hat, inspired by a summer breeze. We are loving the golden jewelry too. Sweet!


The next hat may very well be Hattingdon’s most elegant classic hat of all. It is made in a wonderfully rich blue, featuring a crisp, white paisley inspired pattern. “I am jealous. I would love something in that pattern made for myself,” says Vivian. We know what she means.

Lauren Classic.

Hattingdon’s line of lampshade hats are truly wonderful and a huge fan favourite. The Cara hat in blue that Vivian picked out is especially lovely. Yummmmmm!

Cara Blue.
Cara Blue.

Coming up next is Vivian’s favourite classic hat design of 2022. She named the hat Quill.

We were doing an A to Z series of posts of popular hats. Toward the end we realized we did not have a classic hat with a name beginning with the letter “Q”. So Vivian created one. She really loves it too. That dark blue . . . . awesome!

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Quill.

The weather has been so off-the-wall crazy and unpredictable, you could wear the Breeze hat one day, and the hat coming up (Coco), the next next day.

Coco features a baby blue winter cap, trimmed with blue and white faux fur. Ain’t she sweet?

CoCo Hattingdon in blue.
Coco.

Hattingdon fans are still going Splash crazy. We hope you have been joining in on the fun. Here it is, made in the loveliest of blues.

Splash Hattingdon in sky blue.
Splash Classic.

Next up, here is our Hattingdon wearing a fabulous two-tone blue fedora. Now that is class. We named the hat Kelly.

Kelly fedora in shades of blue.
Kelly Blue.

We wrap up this post with a very classic classic hat — one of the very first Hattingdon designs Vivian created. Named Aspen it is made in two icy tones of blue, adorned throughout in a diamond pattern made of lacy white snowflakes.

Aspen Classic.

Wow. What a nice collection. Hope you enjoyed it with us. See you again here soon.

Love, Hattingdon.


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“A Hatful of Smiles”

Classic Eden

Hello there and welcome. It is Monday and that means classic hat time. And this classic hat is one of Hattingdon creator Vivian’s all-time favourites. Design name: Eden.

Eden Classic Hat. c. 2010.

The hat is comprised of a teal dome with white leaf motif, a slim sky blue hatband, and olive green brim also featuring the white leaf motif.

So there you have it. Wishing you a “hatful of smiles.” See you again soon.


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