Optimo crown, "Charlie Chan" style fedora hat in shantung panama straw. The straw hat bodies used in the making of this hat are ultra high quality, 3BU 2x2 weave shantung panama straws. All Levine Shantung Panama hats are DuPont Teflon treated, meaning that they are durable to prevent cracking, and moisture resistant, including resistance to stains, oil from your fingers and water resistant. Whereas other straw hats will lose their shape when subjected to rain and oils, these hats repel those materials.This iconic colonial hat style is famously associated with many Hollywood actors and great films. Famous examples: Sean Connery in "The Man Who Would Be King" and "Just Cause", Paul Newman in "Mr. and Mrs. Bridge", Sidney Greenstreet in "Casablanca" and Gregory Peck in "To Kill a Mockingbird."This hat is trimmed with a basic gentleman's black grosgrain bow band. The band is sewn onto the hat, creating a finished look. The hat band is approximately 1-inch wide, creating a classic look. This width is ideal in case you want to purchase other hook on hat bands to match other colors in your outfit. The Levine Casa Blanca Optimo Crown Fedora Hat features a comfort cotton sweat band on the interior, which wicks away sweat and keeps you cool and dry. After a few wears, this band is self-conforming, meaning that it will begin to form to the shape of your head. The hat is unlined for maximum breathability and comfort; it is ideal for Spring and Summer wear. Made in USA.
