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For something that was invented by Irish fisherman to provide shelter from the rain, the bucket hat is now widely worn by all ages.
You'll see small children sheltered by these hats, which provide protection from the sun to their youthful heads.
You'll see women sporting these about town as they do their summer shopping.
You'll see men seeking shelter under their bucket hats at work and play.
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As already mentioned bucket hats were invented by Irish fisherman to protect them from the weather.
Typically they are made from a heavy cotton material something like canvas or denim.
They have a wide brim that normally pitches downward.
Many of them have grommet holes in the side for ventilation.
They are a hat worn by both men and women as well as children.
They are very popular because they can just be rolled up and stuffed in a pocket. In addition, the cotton hats can be can be easily laundered.
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Children's bucket hats are widely used to protect the sensitive heads of young children.
How many times have you seen infants in strollers with bucket hats on?
These hats provide great protection from the suns harshness.
Some of these hats provide excellent UV protection and are even UV rated.
Some of the bucket hats for children are reversible with different patterns available and of course they are washable..
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When you look at women's bucket hats you enter into the world of fashion.
Women's hats are not just cotton hats you can roll up and stuff in your pocket, although some of those hats do exist in the women's product line.
However, many of the bucket hats for women are more fashionable and are often called sun hats and not bucket hats.
Many of the women's designs have appliques applied to them.
Many of them do provide UV protection and are reversible.
The bucket hat is in its basic design a very useful product for what it is designed to do.
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Men's bucket hats tend to have a more rugged look rather than a high fashion look. Would you expect anything else?
Some men actually prefer a hat that is very similar to the bucket called the Boonie Hat.
Nevertheless there ia a wide variety of bucket hats available that provide the same protection from the elements as do the women's hats and child's hats.
 | Classic Cotton Bucket Hat by Dorfman Pacific Classic Bucket Hat by Dorfman Pacific. Since 1921 Dorfman Pacific had prided itself in being one of the largest full-line, head wear companies in the world. No frills, just a si... |
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 | Boonie Hat - ACU Sizes available are Small - Size 7, Medium - Size 7 1/4, Large - Size 7 1/2, XL Size 7 3/4 |
So there you have it.
Summer has arrived.
The temperatures are rising.
So get on out there and enjoy your summer, but protect your lid with a bucket hat.
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