Are Tilley hats true to size?
Are Tilley hats true to size?
The Tilley hat fits more comfortably than other hats – so it often looks better, too. It’s designed to be worn low on your head and slightly loose, and should be held on by gravity. If you already know your regular (non-Tilley) hat size, we recommend that you select one size larger when you order your Tilley.
How do you size a Tilley?
Like footwear, your Tilley Hat must be sized properly. To find your hat size, use a tape measure and draw it right around your head. For the best-looking and most comfortable fit, please make sure that the bottom of the tape touches your eyebrows while resting straight around your head.
How should a Tilley fit?
The Tilley Hat fits more comfortably than other hats. It’s designed to be worn low on your head and slightly loose. It should be held on by gravity, not by painful pressure on your forehead! If you can fit two fingers flat between your forehead and Tilley Hat then the size is correct.
How do I know what size Tilley hat to buy?
Which way round do you wear a Tilley hat?
‘ Which is the Front? The knotted part of the wind cord goes to the back of your head, as do the seams of the anti-sweat band and the brim. Also, if you can read the “TILLEY HAT” label upright, you are about to put it on correctly.
How tight should a sun hat be?
The hat should sit above your eyebrows and don’t obstruct your sight. A tight fit isn’t good. You should aim for a “snug” fit. That’s the perfect fit.
How do I find out my hat size?
Hat size is based on the circumference of the head. In order to determine your proper hat size, you must take a measurement of your head. Using a tape measure, measure your head about one-half inch above your eyebrows where your hat will rest. Be certain that the tape measure is straight, not twisted.
Which Tilley Hat has the widest brim?
LTM2 AIRFLO® Tilley Hat
It’s the Hat that overshadows the rest – literally! The LTM2 AIRFLO® Tilley Hat, our broadest brim, is designed with a ¾” polyester mesh in the crown for coolness and comfort during hot days and strenuous activities.
Why do Tilley hats have two strings?
The wind cord allows you to wear your Tilley hat comfortably, yet securely. In light winds, place the double section of the cord snugly behind your head. In heavy winds, also place the single cord under your chin.
Do Tilley hats float?
If you can read the ‘Authentic Tilley’ label upright, you are about to put it on correctly. IT FLOATS! BUT IT CAN ALSO SINK. WHY TILLEY HATS PROVIDE EXCELLENT SUN PROTECTION.
How do I know if my hat is too small?
The sweatband inside the hat should provide a snug fit, not a tight fit. If you feel any tension or end up with deep red marks on your forehead, pick a looser-fitting hat. If you can fit one finger between your head and the cap then you know you have the right size.