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The right sun hat is as good for your skin as it is for your style.
FromSpring/Summer 2008 Girlfriend Getaways> Subscribe Now
Top row, from left: Eric Javets, Helen Kaminski, Helen Welsh; Bottom row, from left: Hat Attack, Coolibar
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Top row, from left: Eric Javets, Helen Kaminski, Helen Welsh; Bottom row, from left: Hat Attack, Coolibar (Kang Kim)

Eric Javits
The ribbon-trimmed raffia hat has a removable band inside the crown (to prevent irritation) and a slot for a ponytail. neimanmarcus.com, $150.

Helen Kaminski
The cord around the crown can be adjusted for smaller heads, and the flexible wire woven into the brim allows for easy shaping. hats.com, $235.

Helen Welsh
Welsh is an accessories buyer turned designer whose farmer-inspired hats, like this one in red and natural straw, are hand-dyed and handwoven. helenwelsh.com, $30.

Hat Attack
The raffia hat looks delicate, but the tightly woven crown is sturdy enough to survive time in a suitcase. hatattack.com, $68.

Coolibar
Coolibar's newest crushable hats are made with polyester that has a built-in ultraviolet protection factor of 50; also available in white, natural, tan, navy, black, and turquoise. coolibar.com, $30.

 
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