Some are really stylish!
We've been adorning our heads for centuries. From protection to style, hats and other types of headgear are an important part of fashion history. In this gallery, we look back at some iconic hats we think should make a comeback. Browse through and be inspired.
The cloche hat was invented in Paris and gained popularity in both Europe and America in the 1920s.
The fitted, bell-shaped hat was perfect for enjoying life during the Roaring Twenties.
This classic hat was very popular between the 1930s and the 1960s. Jackie Kennedy was famously a fan!
But it looks like its elegance is still appealing to this day. Kate Middleton approves!
This flying saucer-type hat became popular in the 1930s.
We find it incredibly classy and would love to see women wearing them again. Don't you agree?
These originally date back to the 19th century, and gained mass popularity in the 1990s.
Inspired by the 1960s cocktail hats, fascinators have become popular among royals.
Dating back to 1849, these hats created in London were a more practical alternative to the top hats of the time.
The bowler hat stood the test of time and actually became quite popular again in the 1950s and 1960s.
You're probably familiar with this hat as a symbol of liberty worn during the French Revolution.
But its origins date back to Roman times, where these hats would symbolize a freed slave.
Even the Smurfs wore them, so why can't we?
These straw hats became popular in the late 19th century. They're often associated with summer and outdoor sports.
They're light and cool, and they should definitely make a comeback!
These tri-corner hats became popular in the 18th century.
The tricorne stood the test of time and is still worn in some formal occasions.
These tall medieval princess hats were popular among European royalty.
Vogue used a more modern version in a photo shoot back in the 1960s, but it was not enough to bring the hennin back.
The deerstalker cap was popularized by the fictional private detective Sherlock Holmes.
Despite being used by Sherlock, in real life the cap was more popular in rural areas and was often worn by hunters.
These were popular in the late 18th century, and were worn mostly by military and naval officers.
It's a truly iconic hat. Napoleon Bonaparte (in)famously wore one.
The coonskin cap became popular among American settlers during the late 18th century, but Native Americans were wearing them way before that.
These then became quite unsophisticated, though some people are trying to bring the look back. Hopefully these are now made of faux fur...
These massive bonnets started to become popular in the late 18th century.
Here's one worn by Queen Victoria, circa 1850-1860.
This traditional Scottish hat is traditionally worn as part of the Highland dress. It was named after Queen Victoria's estate, Balmoral Castle.
The Balmoral bonnet is also used as part of some military uniforms. Here is Prince Edward wearing one.
Old-fashioned hats that should make a comeback
What if these became trendy at the drop of a hat?
FASHION Style
We've been adorning our heads for centuries. From protection to style, hats and other types of headgear are an important part of fashion history. In this gallery, we look back at some iconic hats we think should make a comeback. Browse through and be inspired.