Top 10 Packable Hats

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Vince's Packable Vented Straw Hat is made from 100% paper straw (a stretchy, tear-resistant material that's less sensitive to water than traditional straw). And of course, it's completely collapsible for easy storage in your carry-on.

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This hat is available in black as well as the classic, natural straw color.

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It's not everyday that you see a raffia bucket hat, which is one of the reasons why we love this style from Hat Attack. And with its frayed edges and tie accent, the Packable Raffia Bucket Hat is practically made for beach days. 

BEHIND THE BRAND
Hat Attack is a high-end accessory brand that's been around since 1981. Their creations are frequently featured in fashion magazines and worn by celebrities like Kristin Cavallari.

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Do you value comfort? How about sun protection? If you answered yes to either question, you'll love Eric Javits' Sun Crest Packable Hat. Not only does this hat block 95% of UVA and UVB rays, but it also has an adjustable back and a removable interior terry forehead pad.

PROMISING REVIEW
"I wasn't looking for a hat that day in Bloomingdales. I have so many that I really never wear. However, I thought this one was so attractive that I had to try it on and that's the end of my story. Bought it. My husband loves it. My friends love it. And I wear it. No regrets!"

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This best-selling sun hat from Wallaroo is a well-loved style—in fact, it's garnered over 2,000 5-star reviews. The Victoria has a domed crown and an up-turned brim, and because it's made from 100% poly-straw, it's also incredibly lightweight. 

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This hat is available in over 20 different colors from Hydrangea purple to Cranberry red.

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Madewell excels at designing elevated essentials, so we're not surprised to see their Packable Braided Straw Hat made it in our lineup. Available in three different color waves (Natural, Cream, and Warm Nutmeg), this paper straw hat is easy to roll up and toss in a tote or weekendar bag. 

PROMISING REVIEW
"Not only is this a nice looking hat, but it looks good on everyone! I usually look terrible in hats; but this one was different ~ I actually liked it on me! My friend tried it on after seeing it on me and it looked so good on her as well that she bought one too! It also keeps it's shape after being packed for a trip. Going to get a lot of protection from our hot GA sun."

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Here's another great option from Madewell: the Packable Straw Fedora Hat. While fedoras often get a bad rap, there's no denying that this one has a certain je ne sais quoi. When the fedora form meets the beachy-style of straw, it just works. 

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Madewell made this hat available in two size options (small/medium and medium/large) for maximum comfort. 

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The Shady Character Packable Wide Brim Hat lives up to its name. Sure, its extra large (8") brim is perfect for sun protection—but its ability to conceal also creates an air of mystery around those who wear it. 

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Score this style in five different neutral tones: Blush, Black, Chocolate, White, and Multi Brown.

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The Squishee A List Packable Fedora features a traditional indented crown with a softly sloping, fringed brim. With a price tag just under $300, this is certainly an investment hat. However, it seems to be worth its cost based on the overwhelmingly positive reviews from shoppers. 

BEHIND THE BRAND
If you're a hat enthusiast, you probably recognize the name Eric Javits. The brand has been designing functional hats out of high-quality materials for over 40 years, and their lightweight and flexible Squishee® straw is definitely their most popular material.

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A little floppiness is good in a sun hat, and J. Crew's Packable Straw Hat understands that. Made with malleable raffia fiber, this hat is a resilient accessory that's down to travel around the world with you. PS: Don't miss the Black Ivory rendition.

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Some reviewers mention that this hat runs small, so keep that in mind when choosing from the three available sizes (small/medium, medium/large, and large/x-large).

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Surprise! J. Crew's Packable Straw Hat is back in a wide-brim version—this time at the top of our list. Shoppers love this style for its functionality and appearance, and because this one has a wider brim, it offers a tad more sun protection than the aforementioned version.

PROMISING REVIEW
"Got this hat to replace another wide-brimmed floppy hat that was just a little too floppy. I could never see when I wore that other one. This one is great because there is a tiny bit of wire in the edge of the brim so I can adjust it to keep it from covering my eyes. But it still looks chic. I’ve gotten so many compliments when I wear this hat which is daily. It keeps the sun off of my face, which I love because I don’t always remember to wear sunscreen. It packs like a dream! I took it on a flight and folded it carefully with no problem. I keep it folded up in my bag and pull it out when I need it. It unfolds and can be shaped to wear so that you can’t see the fold lines. Brilliant! I should get another one in case I lose this one!"