Glammin It Up

I recently met a friend at our local outlet mall. When she walked into the store she had on a big hat and sunglasses. She just looked so glamorous I was in awe. I started to realize how much just two simple items can elevate an outfit. Plus they give you the added benefits of sun protection and covering for a bad hair day.

Now you might be thinking, “I don’t look good in a hat” That maybe true for the old baseball cap that you wear watching your grandchild’s softball game, but there is a hat style that will fit and flatter your face.

To find the perfect hat for you, you can try two things. If you want to take an analytical approach start with determining the shape of your face. Do you have a round, square, heart, diamond, long or oval face? Once you determine which face type you are, the second best thing to do is go out and try hats on. Believe me it is a lot of fun and I promise you will find a style that fits your face.

Your hat should sit comfortably with a snug but never a tight fit. While you may want an oversized hat, make sure it does not obstruct your vision. Tripping because you can’t see where you are going will ruin that glamourous look! You also want your hat to be in proportion to your body. So for example, if you have broad shoulders a tiny hat with a small brim will throw off your proportions. When trying on those hats, check yourself out in a full length mirror in order to get the proportions correct.

Remember wearing a hat is all about confidence. You can pull it off! If you are a little shy about it, wear it for a specific reason such as going to the beach or out to lunch. And don’t forget to complete your glamourous outfit with that pair of sunglasses! Have fun!