Bailey Yates $52 sold out

After much anticipation, the Bailey Fall Collection has finally arrived at Bonnet! Established in 1922, Bailey of Hollywood is one of the oldest American hat makers in the business, and they never fail to provide the perfect fedora. Traditional classics mingle with updated versions of the classic topper, so you're sure to find the right fedora for your style. All of the fedoras pictured below are wool felt, which means they'll look great with your trench or pea coat on a rainy day. In addition to perfecting the fedora, Bailey also makes some great ivys - which are a great accessory when you need something more casual. Check out the styles below, and then stop by Bonnet to try some on!


Pieter $54, and Campbell $49 sold out


Renny $54, and Yates $52


Graham $34, and Ferris $42 sold out (also available in brown)

Toucan Tweed Rose Cap $58 sold out

Everyone needs a 'go-to' hat. For most of us, it's something casual with a dash of unique style. It goes perfectly with jeans, but also looks smart with slacks. It's the accessory to grab to transform a simple outfit into a complete look. It's what you thank goodness for when you're having a bad hair day. So here are a few options, freshly picked from the Bonnet new arrivals, to get you inspired to find your perfect go-to hat.


Christy's Belted Jockey $44


Christy's Pinstripe Jockey $39 (also available in gray) and Scala Button Cap $32 sold out (also available in black/white)


Scala Wool Newsboy $36 sold out, and Scala Basket Trim Cap $32 sold out

Delux Maisonneuve in Emerald $28 sold out (also available in Amethyst)

Our good friend Delux has arrived here at Bonnet, and we can't be more excited about introducing the soft jewel tones and earthy hues into our fall wardrobe. We love the classics with a twist - the laced-up fedora adds edge to an otherwise very traditional style, and the caps are a constant favorite - the perfect topper for your tweed coat.


Delux Poet $28, and Promoter $42 (also available in brown)


Delux Babylon $30 sold out, and Village $28 sold out (also available in brown)

We're getting new things in weekly - so stop by and see what's new!

Delux Tribeca Cloches, $40 each sold out

What's the best accessory to kick off the fall season? A smart cloche to go with your trench coat, of course! We're getting in lots of different styles right now, and this week we're highlighting our amazing cloches. And here's a little tidbit of trivia for you - cloches are called so for their distinctive bell-shape, the word cloche means 'bell' in French. The ones we have in store right now will go with any coat wardrobe - whether you're a neutral-lover or are more prone to embrace the bold (we love the pumpkin Tribeca!). Furthermore, all of the cloches seen here are great for rainy weather. Their wool construction makes them the perfect hat for getting caught in the rain - just don't forget your rain boots for puddle-jumping!


Betmar Classic Cloches $46 each, and Delux Buttercup $42 sold out


Delux Trinity $36 sold out, and Toucan Stitch Cloche $44 sold out

Got anything to do this weekend? Now you do! Join Bonnet and other Pearl District boutiques for the Annual Sidewalk Sale! You won't want to miss the deals at Bonnet - we are clearing out our summer stock, making room for our fall collections. So stop by and get yourself a summer hat for that last summer vacation and then check out the new fall arrivals, which include new Faith hats, felt fedoras, and wool cloches! We're looking forward to seeing you!

Lady Beret, $36 sold out

We love summer sunshine here at Bonnet - but something has been knocking on our door lately... "Fall? Is that you?" There's something about fall fashion that kicks up our desire to jazz up the ole' wardrobe - and this season's hats are definitely part of our inspiration board! Grace just arrived this week - and we're loving the warm hues and just-right embellishments. From a simple tweed ivy for the guys to a jeweled lacy confection for the ladies, there's a hat for every mood and every person. Take a look at our newest favorites!


Leaves Ivy $38, and Gamma Ivy $39 sold out (also available in ivory)


Maroon Casquette $38 sold out, and Audrey Casquette $38 sold out (Also available in black)


Reversible Slouchy Beanie $34, and Smoky Beanie $34



Mambo Casquette $38 (also available in cream and plum), and Moss Oversize Knit Beret $34 sold out

Here at Bonnet, we are often asked about hat etiquette. As with most things, our advice is to be respectful of the situation you are in.

For the most part, it is appropriate for women to leave their hats on indoors. We usually recommend a soft hat like a beret rather than a structured one for long stints inside. Avoiding the tall crown of a cloche, or the brim over the eyes of cap is thoughtful, especially when greeting people or working at a computer.

Men are generally expected to take their hats off when going indoors. The exceptions to this are sporting events, picking something up quickly (dry cleaning, fast food, shopping), or while attending a club or fashion show. At a restaurant, a man’s hat (and let’s hope it’s a fedora or a panama) should be off unless he is seated outside. Men attending a wedding should remove their hats for the ceremony, unless they are groomsmen, and follow the cue of the groom whether to put it back on for the reception. At an outdoor event, hats are appropriate unless yours is blocking a spectator behind you. Ivys are great hats for concerts because they do not have height, and therefore respect others trying to capture the view while shielding your eyes from the elements.

The most important things to remember are that thinking of others makes one more attractive, and that good manners are always in style.

Below is an excerpt from the Wall Street Journal on hat etiquette. Enjoy!

The fashion trend has prompted some rethinking of indoor hat etiquette at the Emily Post Institute. Spokeswoman Lizzie Post, the great-great-granddaughter of Emily Post, says it is now OK if a man is wearing a hat at a bar or nightclub as part of his style. "In that kind of situation, I'd feel cool with it," she says.

But when being introduced to someone, "that's when I'd remove the hat or maybe tilt it back a little so the brim isn't in your eyes and the person can see your face," she says. "It really comes down to people like making eye contact during an introduction and a hat can sometimes block that."

To read the entire article, which includes a video report on hat etiquette, click here.

And in case you happened to miss the report on CBS News last night about the rising popularity of the fedora, here's the link!