Boaters

Women's Boater Hats

Structured straw or felt constructions, crisp brims, and polished profiles define the boaters in this collection. Styles emphasize clean proportions and balanced crowns, paired with neat finishing details and versatile trims. Within Boaters you’ll find headwear suited for warm-weather outings, garden gatherings, or refined casual wear, offering a timeless shape crafted with attention to detail and understated elegance.
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    Helen Kaminski

    Gracie Boater

    $310.00 $232.50
    6 colors
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    Betmar

    Boater

    $79.00
    6 colors
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    Helen Kaminski

    Freida Boater

    $475.00 $332.50
    2 colors
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    Bollman Hat Company

    Wenrich Bolero

    $300.00 $150.00
    1 color
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    Helen Kaminski

    Kavya Raffia Lace Boater

    $490.00
    2 colors
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    Bollman Hat Company

    Linda I. Boater

    $200.00
    1 color
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    Helen Kaminski

    Nasia Boater

    $495.00 $346.50
    2 colors
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    Bollman Hat Company

    Patricia H. Boater

    $200.00
    1 color

Frequently Asked Questions about Boaters

What defines a boater hat?

A boater has a flat crown, a flat brim, and a ribbon band creating a rigid, structured silhouette. Originally worn for rowing and summer leisure, it's now a classic warm-weather dress hat with vintage charm.

What materials are boaters made from?

Traditional boaters use seagrass, raffia, or Panama straw. Merino wool versions exist for cooler weather. The material should be stiff enough to maintain the flat crown and brim that rigid structure is what makes a boater a boater.

How do you wear a boater hat?

Sit it level and flat on your head not tilted. The straight, parallel lines of the crown and brim are the defining visual. A boater worn at an angle loses its character. Position it just above the eyebrows.

What occasions suit a boater?

Garden parties, summer weddings, horse races, regattas, and any warm-weather event with a smart-casual or dressy code. The boater carries a distinctly dapper, retro energy that elevates summer outfits.

How is a boater different from a gambler hat?

Both have flat crowns, but boaters have a flat, straight brim while gamblers typically have a slightly wider, gently curving brim. Boaters are more structured and formal; gamblers are more relaxed and western-inflected.