Best beach hats

BRONTE AMSTERDAM HAT, $129

This European-manufactured Panama-shaped hat folds down for travel and unfurls back into shape. Made of 90 per cent cellulose and 10 per cent cotton, the crown is adjustable for a great fit. See essentialhat.com

FEDORA WIDE BRIM HAT, $99

These Fair Trade pieces handcrafted by South American artisans from Guatemalan palm leaves can be folded and, if needed, reshaped with a little water. See thetoucanshop.com .

SPORTSGIRL MID-BRIM BOATER, $29.95

Though they never went away for gondoliers, for followers of fashion – boaters are back, such as this cheap and cheery natural straw hat with contrast ribbon trim. See sportsgirl.com.au