The Best Sun Hats For Women Keep You Protected On Scorching Days

Sizes: XS to XL| Color: Honey| Sun protection: UPF 50+ | Brim length: 4 inches

Brixton’s highly-rated Joanna Woven Hat is both practical and stylish. Unlike other straw hats, this one has some weight to it and top-quality construction. With the hidden adjustable hook and loop strap on the inside, you can also customize the fit to your exact head size. Keep in mind that the Joanna has a slightly shallow crown so those with larger heads might need to size up.

Sizes: S to L | Colors: 3 total, including Warm Nutmeg and Antique Cream | Sun protection: Not listed | Brim length: Medium

For less than $40, Madewell’s braided straw hat keeps you covered with an effortless-cool look. The textured weave comes in three different colors, each with a different color band, and the hat has a soft construction, making it easy to pack for travel.

Sizes: S to XL | Colors: 2 total, including Brown and Black | Sun protection: UPF 45+ | Brim length: 3.5 inches

Janessa Leoné’s handcrafted Panama-style hat has a beautiful, fine weave and a leather band that adds to the luxury look. Made in the USA, the hat combines a pinch-front crown and a flat, medium-length brim that’s versatile and provides good sun coverage. If travel is in your future, the straw has a durable fiber at its core, so you can roll and pack this hat for up to a day and it will return to its original shape.

Sizes: One size | Colors: 8 total, including Red and Toast | Sun protection: UPF 50 | Brim length: 8 inches

A floppy sun hat with an extra wide brim takes sun protection to the next level. San Diego’s has a generous eight-inch brim, delivering UPF 50 protection. In comes in eight rich colors, from sunny citron to subdued black, so it works with different styles. Given its large size, though, this hat could be tricky to pack in a suitcase.

Sizes: S to M | Colors: 5 total, including Black and Natural | Sun protection: Not listed | Brim length: Medium

Jenni Kayne’s bestselling sun hat exudes all the things the California-based brand is known for: simplicity, beautiful materials and effortless style. It’s made from 100% cotton canvas and has a lightweight feel and generous brim. You pack this hat without ruining its shape and it’s also washable. This pick doesn’t have a chin strap so you’ll need to hold it down in windy situations.

Sizes: S to L | Colors: 2 total, including White Opal and Mint Moment | Sun protection: SPF 40+ | Brim length: Long

Lululemon’s new bucket hat is well suit to long, active days in the sun as well as laidback, relaxed days by the pool. The extra-wide brim and UPF 40+ protects your face while the sweat wicking and quick drying fabric keeps your head cool.

Sizes: One Size | Colors: 7 total, including Green and Coral | Sun protection: UPF 50 | Brim length: 5 inches

There are a lot of reasons to love this wide-brim Anthropologie hat: It has UPF 50 sun protection, the crown is adjustable with an inner drawstring, and the entire thing is lightweight and folds up nicely in your bag. Style-wise, the shape is great for gardening or a day at the beach. Just keep in mind that cotton shrinks, so you’ll want to wash this hat in cold water and let air dry.

Sizes: S to XL | Colors: 4 total, including Vanilla and Navy | Sun protection: UPF 50+ | Brim length: 6 inches

The founders of Solbari are deeply committed to protecting skin, so their hats and clothing not only offers UPF protection but also helps to support research, prevention, detection and treatment of skin cancer. The Ultra Wide Brim Hat provides shade for your face, neck and shoulders, and features thoughtful touches, including a ponytail opening at the back and detachable chin strap. The UPF 50+ keeps you safe during long periods of time outdoors. Made of 100 percent polyester, the hat spot cleans quite easily, but isn’t as breathable as natural straw options.

Sizes: 6 to 8| Colors: 8 total, including Soft Mauve and Light Stone | Sun protection: UPF 50+ | Brim length: 3.5 inches

Tilley’s Airflo hat keeps you cool on the trails. Designed with a mesh crown, this pick is ultra breathable in the heat, and the PFC-free durable water-repellent finish protects you in the rain. The strap keeps the hat on in windy conditions, too. If this hat stains from sweat, it’s machine washable on delicate. Just be sure to air dry to retain its shape.

Sizes: S to L | Colors: 4 total, including Black and Calcite Beige | Sun protection: Not listed | Brim Length: Medium

Whether you’re hitting the beach or trails, you want something lightweight and cool that fits in a bag easily and importantly, won’t blow off your head on a windy day. Athleta’s Excursion hat has a breathable, mesh crown with ventilated sides and a weighted adjustable chin strap. It’s made from a sweat wicking nylon blend for added comfort, too. It tends to run large, though, so size down.

Sizes: One Size | Colors: Natural/White | Sun protection: Not listed | Brim length: Medium

This all-straw hat from Free People has a vintage look with a wide brim and dipped crown that looks great with linen pants or a flowing midi dress. The linen band adds interest and the breathability of the straw comes in handy for keeping cool on hot summer days.