Chic Hats To Protect You From The Sun During Summer

Safi Bello
Jul 8
2 min read

Summer is officially here in the northern hemisphere. With the summer months there will be tons of humidity. If you live in the NYC area you'll notice that it rains one week and then the following week there is a heatwave that just won't go away. The summers in NYC are no joke. Lots of sun and way too much humidity which makes it very uncomfortable to be outside. It doesn't matter how many showers you take you're still sweating profusely during the summer and even more when there is a heatwave. The most important thing to always make sure to have on and in your purse is sunscreen. Sunscreen is important all year round. But it is most crucial during the summer months. The sun's intensity is higher during summer, increasing the risk of sunburn, premature aging, and skin cancer. Though you should wear sunscreen every day, summer requires extra vigilance in sun protection.

But this post is not about sunscreen. This post is about hats that you can wear to protect your face and eyes from the sun. Hats can provide significant protection during the hot weather, primarily by shielding your head, face, and neck from the sun's harmful UV rays. They can also help regulate body temperature and prevent heat-related illnesses.

During the summer heat if wearing a hat; a hat with a wide brim can act as a physical barrier against the sun. A wide brim hat reduces the amount of UV radiation reaching your skin. A really good hat can help keep your head cooler by blocking direct sunlight and allowing for some air circulation. This can help prevent heatstroke and heat exhaustion. In addition to wearing a hat also make sure to stay hydrated and always seek shade as much as possible.

Since it is the summer season it's time to bring out all your summer clothing and accessories. You more than likely have summer apparel and summer accessories from last season and previous summer seasons. So there is no need to go out and buy a whole new summer wardrobe. But if you are looking for a summer accessory why not start with a summer hat to keep your head cool. Below are some fun and chic hats worth trying out this summer and summer seasons to come. To learn more about each hat below you can click on each link below each picture which will take you to the retailer selling the hat look.