Friday, December 2, 2011

The Trapper Hat

This winter season I am trapped in a love fest with the hat of the season...the trapper hat. The trapper hat, once reserved for hikers and hunters, has now worked its way into the fashion world. The basic concept is a hat that is lined with fur or shearling and has flaps that come down over your ears to keep them warm.
Make all the Elmer Fudd jokes you want, but these hats are not only warm and toasty, they are also totally trendy. Truth be told - beanies are a cute hair accessory alright but they are hardly a defense against chilling temperatures.
The trapper hat is both functional and fashionable and what's even better is most of them are unisex so just worry about finding one that fits your head nicely. This one that I am wearing belongs to my husband, I purchased it for him at least 8 years ago while we were still in college. Back then I would only use it for skiing, shoveling or to hide a blonde-gone-bad look. Who knew it would be a fashion statement now! 
 These hats are a perfect style option if you want to sport an accessory that suits both casual as well as sporty and more chic attires. Try it with feminine tailored pants and a slim fitting coat to ensure that you don't look like a lumberjack who's lost his way. Or glam it up a bit like I've done here with a flowy top and vest.
Neutral shades are perfect for an immaculately built up look, or you can go for a bold colored design one that matches your outfit. Shearling, fur, leather, tweed, suede, you name it. You're covered when it comes to finding the perfect hat for those chilly days. I'm all over this trend because it's fun and completely practical; and as an added bonus I can stay warm while sporting shorts in December =) Have a great weekend ladies!

[Outfit]
Hat :: GAP
Top, Vest, & Bottom  :: H&M
Shoes :: Aldo
Necklace & Bracelet :: Swapped
Belt :: Came from the Shorts
Thanks for reading! 


78 comments:

  1. I love me a good, warm hat for the winter, Thu. I usually go for super furry ones with animal ears because I have such a huge head. hahaha. I really like trapper hats, though, especially because they are warm. You've glammed yours up a lot with this outfit!

    have a happy weekend!
    ♥ laura
    the blog of worldly delights

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  2. I try to wear hats...I don't think I can pull it off. I try them on almost every time I go shopping. But, you look great in that hat!

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  3. Such a cute outfit! I would have never thought of wearing that hat with a top & shorts! You carry it off quite well, my dear! :)

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  4. it's winter there? but there is no snow?

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  5. That hat looks so great on you! And I love your shorts and shoes.

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  6. Such a cute and perfect hat for winter. I love it! I'm not so sure I would pull it off, but you do very well. :) Also this outfit is so gorgeous, and well put together - great job! ~ Gabriele xx

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  7. I love hats! They're always a great accessory for almost any outfit. :) This is super duper cute and just fits the season well.

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  8. The hat looks so cute on you. I wish I could pull that off but not too many hats look decent on me.

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  9. You're too cute. I'm more of a beanie girl but that hat does look toasty.

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  10. You totally can pull the hat off! Love your shorts, too.

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  11. This is one fabulous outfit doll. You're rocking it and your photos are gorgeous.

    PS. Thx for your sweet comment on my blog and I would love to follow each other if you like. Hope to hear from you soon.


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  12. Ok you are just too cute. Great outfit! Adorable!

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  13. This is such a cute outfit! That hat looks great. Also, I really love your shorts!

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  14. Your wedges are aweome! Wish I could wear shorts too, but it's tooo cold here.

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  15. That hat would be perfect in this Chicago weather!

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  16. that hat makes a great accessory
    even though it's not so cold for such a hat

    have a nice and stylish weekend darling
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  17. Amazing hat and gorgeous outfit!!
    xxx

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  18. I like it! The hat is cute, but very practical too for when it gets colder. I love your fur vest and the necklace too! You are very brave for wearing shorts in December :P

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  19. OH MY GOSH THOSE SHOES ARE AMAZING! Also, I'm so jealous of your bare legs. It snowed all day here. You look so so lovely! What a bright smile you have.

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  20. oh my gosh i love this!! very cute hat and shoes! definitely following your blog! hopefully you can follow mine too :)
    xoxo,
    Nancy

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  21. you are so cute! why would you tease us with a blonde gone bad debacle then not show us the photos? ;)

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  22. sexy,
    hihihihihi.

    beautiful n funny hat.. :D

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  23. Cute outfit! :)

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  24. I love fur hats! You look awesome in yours!

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  25. Hello my Dear ! :) You are awesome ! I like your blog so much ! I follow you and I hope that you'll want to come follow me to :) Kisses !

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  26. Hey, thanks for your comment. It brought me on your blog which I'm going to follow from now on... Btw, I like this outfit, especially the hat :)))
    xoxo
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  27. i love the whole look! every piece just went so well with each other! and the hat is the perfect piece to top it off. :)

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  28. totally love the whole look! esp the hat!
    xoxo

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  29. you look so chic with all those white and sparkly jewelries :)





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  30. hello there :)
    thanks for visiting my blog, hope u enjoy it!
    visiting back, and already followed ur blog.
    mind to follow me back?

    i heart ur fashion style!


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  31. Wow I love the outfit, the hat looks great ^O^

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  32. Great outfit, love your hat! And your shoes are fab :) xoxo

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  33. It looks SO good on you!!! I think my head is too big for it! HAHAHAHA I love those shorts you're wearing. The print is divine! Have an awesome weekend my pretty friend. ((HUG))
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  34. Thank you, that is so kind!
    I love your outfit, although I am not a huge fan of the trapper hat - yet :)

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  35. this is a soft tone with a fur! i always like that!
    start to following you dear... ;)
    LOVE
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  36. hey hun! you look lovely! what a beautiful day to take pictures, right? loved how you paired this look!
    XX jannu

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  37. Great shots! You're beautiful and also really stylish!
    XoXo.

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  38. incredible your look, i really love the boots!

    xx

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  39. You've managed an impossible feat of making the trapper hat looks chic!

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  40. cute and chic at the same time, love your look=)

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  41. OMG love your shoes, absoutely amazing :)

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    xoxo

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  42. Oh, I love this hat! you are so pretty! tnaks for your comment ;) I follow you :)

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  43. I never knew they were called trapper hats. I always thought the name was Russian hat hehe
    It looks cute regardless. It does look so cosy with the fur :)

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  44. You look adorable! Love love love your shoes!!! What a great idea for an outfit!!! :)
    Good luck!

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  45. waw cool hat! :) thnks for comments xx

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  46. I've been obsessing with trapper hats all season now! Yours is so cute! <3

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  47. Love your look. You look gorgeous!

    xx
    Heel in Mint

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  48. thanks sweet for your comment, i love your shoes btw :) mind to follow each other? :)

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  49. Eek...I love, love, love that hat!!! I'm cold all the time...so seems it would be the perfect thing for me. Your whole outfit is chic and darling!!

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  50. love your shorts...so stylish...

    kiss,
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  51. waaooww such a great blog,soo lovely:)
    i am your new follower from TURKEY :)
    KISSESSS :***

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  52. I have no idea if it will look good on me these trapper hats. But you have managed a great outfit :) love the fur vest aswell!

    xx

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  53. Looks hot girl. :) I'm curious about the weather in your country. Look if you had some great weather!

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  54. I want a fur hat sooo bad! yours is so cute. :)

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  55. Cute blog! I love your fashion sense too, very creative and cute!

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  56. your hat is amazing..i really like t :)

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  57. It looks like it's not that hot out but you're still really warm with the wya you're dressed! Lol Love the outfit, as usual.

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  58. thanks for the lovely comment!! <3 hope you will follow back though :)
    xoxo,
    Nancy

    http://nancytang0403.blogspot.com

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  59. Your style is great!! I love the hat hehe I'm going to follow you if you don't mind :)

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  60. You look so cute in this hat!

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  61. your hat is so furry and cute! I love it:)

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  62. i love yourhat .. so lovely .. :)

    thank you for visiting my blog..
    i follow you, im glad if you follow me back :)

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  63. Love your hat! Looks warm and stylish!

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  64. Those booties are pure bliss! The way you styled this outfit is so far past innovative. I flipped back a few pages to view your older posts and I must say, I love your style. You don't box yourself in to dress any one way. Your fashion risks pay off beautifully.

    I'm a follower :)

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  66. I love, love this look! Especially the shoes and shorts!!

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  67. love your hat <3 awesome :)
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