Nobis Spring 2011 Headwear

Canadian based, Nobis, is back with their unique remixes of staple headwear pieces for Spring 2011. Below is a quick snap shot of a few pieces from their huge spring offering. First up is the Ivy cap, which is reconstructed with new cut panels, some nice piping details, and offered in a variety of fabrics such as cotton linens, denim, and a burlap option shown below. Next is the Nobis Ivy cap, also molded in unique cut seams and highlighted with elastic sweatbands and inside linings. Finally, step out a bit with their latest Fedora hat edition. If you are looking for a lightweight option, this is it. Made with cotton linen, the hat is surrounded with a pleated contrast band and sheer-cotton lining. Not too much over the top but just enough to get you noticed. Each hat is now available through Nobis online and official dealers worldwide.

Images: Nobis

Everlast Vs Kangol: Everlast 100th Anniversary, Limited Edition Hat Collection

Legendary sporting brand Everlast is celebrating it's 100th Anniversary as the undisputed brand of choice for athletes worldwide. In recognition of this major feat Everlast has collaborated with Kangol, another heavyweight in the headwear arena for this special collection. This connection brings together two of the most recognized brands in their respective leagues. The collection features four distinct hat styles representing four quarters of Everlast's 100 year anniversary.
First up is the Everlast Spitfire leather, 8-panel hat, representing 1910-1935. The Spitfire is made with supple glove leather and laced with a satin lining representing boxing robes. The second quarter brings in the classic Everlast Player Fedora Hat repping 1936-1960. This gem is made with 100% lite felt wool and features a stingy brim. The Player also dons a satin lining. 1961-1985 brings us to the standard Everlast Beanie Hat, celebrating fictional but iconic boxing hero Rocky Balboa. This is your basic thin-ribbed beanie with a 3-inch cuff made with acrylic yarn. Finishing off the century, Everlast comes through with the 5-panel cap representing 1986-2010. Using Kangol's base model of 5-panels, these caps bring forth 20th century technology such as UV-A and UV-B sun protective treatments plus water repellent fabric. This hat collection is definitely one of this year's most official collaborations and is now available through Everlast.com or Kangol Store.com.

Images: Kangol / Everlast

The Ampal Creative x JOYRICH LA Headwear Collaboration

The Ampal Creative is excited to introduce they're upcoming collaboration with LA clothing brand/boutique, JOYRICH. This special collaboration brings together Ampal Creative's fedora and porkpie silhouettes and merges them with custom JOYRICH prints and special leathers used for the hat bands. The video showcases a quick preview to the collection due to drop within the coming days. The hats will be sold at JOYRICH Melrose store with a select few offered up through Ampal's website. Stay posted for more.

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Rag & Bone Liberty Straw Fedora Hat

Since launching their accessories line back in 2007, Rag & Bone continues to release top-quailty headwear pieces that compliment their already distinct and tailored apparel collections. Below is R&B's Liberty Straw Hat for Summer 2010 that was introduced a few months back.  The hat is weaved with sisal straw, rocking a heavy pinched crown and chambray band. This piece is made in the USA and can be found at both their downtown NYC flagship boutiques plus better department stores like Saks.

Image: Saks.com

Arth Custom Panama Fedora Hats with Ties

Hat store Arth has recently introduced their own custom Panama Fedora hats with ties. These special pieces are crafted with an open weave or two-tone straw and pinched crowns. Instead of ribbon bands, Arth utilizes neckties with D-rings to give these pieces a distinct look. With summer approaching, these are great hats to stay cool in and receive some comments. These custom gems are retailing for $109 at both Costa Mesa LA and Soho NYC locations.

                                                 Image: Arth Hat Blog

Arth Costa Mesa
2930 Bristol Street, CA 92626 / map
714.966.8350

Arth Soho
75 West Houston Street, NY 10012 / map
212.539.1431