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I’ve always had a complicated relationship with hats. They’re bold and statement making, and let’s be honest—sometimes, they feel impossible to pull off without looking a bit cartoonish. But if there’s one thing the recent runway shows have taught us, it’s that hats are the accessory to embrace in the new year, from sculptural bucket hats to dramatic wide brims. Designers are doubling down on headwear as a key styling piece.
How do you translate these runway moments into something you’d actually wear? That’s where I come in. I’ve rounded up the most wearable (but still chic) runway-inspired hats you’ll want to add to your rotation. These picks strike the perfect balance between trendy and timeless, so yes, you’ll be the stylish one in the room—not just the brave one.
The structured, high-crowned black hat in this look adds a dramatic, sculptural element—perfectly complementing the streamlined, monochromatic ensemble. It’s the evolution of the pillbox hat from Altuzurra’s previous collection that will go very well with 2025. Paired with classic stripes, the hat brings an editorial edge while enhancing the outfit’s Parisian-chic vibes.
Prada’s avant-garde approach shines through with the unconventional black leather headpiece that meets somewhere at the crossroad of luxe tourist who travels in raffia to a forensic scientist who wears goggles while they work. Styled with vibrant pink pants, the hat adds an experimental, futuristic flair, embodying the brand’s penchant for blending classic tailoring with bold innovation.
This collegiate-inspired baseball cap delivers a sporty, casual twist to the preppy look that follows it. True to Tommy Hilfiger’s all-American aesthetic, the cap introduces a youthful, laid-back energy while tying together the relaxed yet polished look, making yet another case for adding hats to your rotation ahead of the New Year.
Shop the trend:
Prada
Re-Nylon Newsboy Cap
Gucci
Yasmine Embellished Wool Baseball Cap
Freya
Wander Wolf Trucker Hat
Toteme
Shearling-Trimmed Suede Hat
Sporty & Rich
’94 Racquet Club Cotton Hat
Janessa Leone
Judith Straw Hat
Jakke
Arella Shearling Hat Tan
Dries Van Noten
Gulia Shearling Hat
Acne Studios
Fluffy Faux Fur Bow Hat
Loro Piana
Jasmine Rabbit Hair Felt Pillbox Hat
Lack of Color
Paloma Raffia Hat
Moncler
Pom-Detailed Knit Hat
Lola Hats
Fringed Raffia Visor
Prada
Crystal-Embellished Satin Bucket Hat
Shop more runway approved accessories:
Khaite
Snake-Effect Leather Belt
Loewe
Cat-Eye Gold-Tone and Acetate Sunglasses
Prada
Modellerie Pointed Toe Slingback Pump
SAINT LAURENT
Calypso Long Padded Leather Pouch
B-Low the Belt
Aurelia Belt
Gucci
Horsebit Ballet Flat
Ulla Johnson
Zahara Earrings
Shashi
Micro Teeny Tiny Tennis Necklace
Toteme
Belted Leather Bucket Bag
DIOR
Oval-Frame Acetate Optical Glasses
Susan Alexandra
Mushy Bag Charm Keychain
Lelet
Dome Pony Hair Cuff
GUEST IN RESIDENCE
Cable-Knit Wool and Cashmere-Blend Balaclava
The Row
Uxor Pointed Toe Pump