Shade Yourself With These 9 Summer-Ready Sun and Bucket Hats

This hat immediately gave me Hunter S. Thompson vibes (pair it with some orange-tinted lenses and you’re on your way to a great costume). You don’t have to worry about fit thanks to the functional ties. The brim is the perfect not-too-long length for keeping the sun out of your eyes without impeding your vision, making it great for hiking and more active days.

Take a stroll in SoHo on a Saturday and you’ll see this hat as part of more than a few all-black ensembles. It works as athleisure (and beyond) with a no-frills, sporty chic look that’ll match your belt bag perfectly.

If you already have a collection of wide-brimmed sun hats, you might be looking for a different silhouette to zhuzh up your headwear game. Lorna Murray is the brand to shop. This style features a pleated design in natural grass fibers that’s delightfully packable. You won’t have to worry about how to avoid crushing it in your luggage — the whole thing collapses neatly (and won’t dent easily). I love how the brim is wide but also stays closer to your face (like a funnel) than a traditional sun hat.

This natural linen hat has the fun west-coast sensibility that Jenni Kayne does best. It can add a bit of edge to a sweet sundress, and if you prefer a more feminine design, try their Woven Raffia Hat.

This hat is one of those rare finds that feels both luxurious yet totally wearable. I love the sweet scalloped edge and the fact that it's handmade from raffia. It gives off that effortlessly cool, "I just got back from the Amalfi Coast" vibe. Even better, it’s packable, so I can easily toss it in my beach tote.

If you're planning a trip to a dude ranch or going glamping this summer, you'll want an aesthetically appropriate hat. With a 4-inch brim, the Ecuador is the perfect choice for keeping the sun out of your eyes while ensuring that you look on brand. Handwoven in Ecuador, this hat was made with love. It’s available in four sizes which allows you to get the perfect fit.

When I imagine the classic summer hat, I think of the Peter Beaton studio on Federal Street in Nantucket. Sadly, the shop (and all the beautiful ribbons) are no longer there but you can still find stunning hats in the online store. This one, named after picturesque ‘Sconset, has a 2-inch (interchangeable) black grosgrain ribbon and ships in the iconic black and white striped hat box.

For an extra bucket-y bucket hat, this straw number from Janessa Leone offers all the structure you could ask for (but is still malleable enough to pack in your suitcase without concern.

The moment I saw this hat from Lele Sadoughi, I knew it was going to be a summer staple. The oversized brim gives me that dramatic sun-shielding flair I crave on extra-bright days, and the melon-colored polka dots are just playful enough to make a statement without feeling over the top. It’s the kind of hat that makes even a quick coffee run feel like a scene from a vacation montage.