Hats

[Tobus]

I don't know what you consider to be too much of an "American interpretation", but for a more modern hat style that doesn't look costumish with your coat, have you considered a winter Tilley hat? I have one in black (which is actually a charcoal grey). It's surprisingly comfortable, warm, and versatile for different styles of dress. It doesn't come across like a regular Tilley hat, in my opinion.

Anyway, just a thought.

https://www.tilley.com/us_en/ttw2-tec-wool-hat.html

[James Hood]

Father Bill, highest recommendation for a Tilley "Great Canadian Winter Hat."

'Bought one in Wisconsin about 10 years ago and have used same for wretched Chicago winters, since.

Its fold-down ear flaps, lining, brim, snug fit and "fedora-ish-lite" design, make this lid "more proper, less casual," yet quite warm. 'Never blown off, either.

Currently 2 F, here, without wind chill factor, and 'will wear confidently for our Scottie's long walk, later today.

[Father Bill]

Father Bill, highest recommendation for a Tilley "Great Canadian Winter Hat."

'Bought one in Wisconsin about 10 years ago and have used same for wretched Chicago winters, since.

Its fold-down ear flaps, lining, brim, snug fit and "fedora-ish-lite" design, make this lid "more proper, less casual," yet quite warm. 'Never blown off, either.

Currently 2 F, here, without wind chill factor, and 'will wear confidently for our Scottie's long walk, later today.

Actually (have a smile) it's what I've taken to with the coat! Thanks for the enthusiastic agreement! I have one in black and two in different tweeds. I think I prefer the black one since the tweeds tend to maybe clash a wee bit.

Again, thanks!

[Patty Logan]

I dont know if its just me but seeing that coat makes me think of flat caps. how about you try one of those? plus you can get them in tweed to match

I agree that many might do that; it's not as formal as I might prefer. I confess that I'm not over-fond of flat caps.

[Steve Ashton]

And remember that it is LAW that while watching Jeremy Brett playing Sherlock you MUST wear your coachman's coat and your hat.

You can take them off during commercials when you go for a sandwich but MUST put them back on BEFORE the show resumes.

Failure to comply and Jeremy Brett visits you and sticks knives in your mantle, shoots the walls, and spreads 4,984 type of cigar ash on your rugs.

[Father Bill]

And remember that it is LAW that while watching Jeremy Brett playing Sherlock you MUST wear your coachman's coat and your hat.

You can take them off during commercials when you go for a sandwich but MUST put them back on BEFORE the show resumes.

Failure to comply and Jeremy Brett visits you and sticks knives in your mantle, shoots the walls, and spreads 4,984 type of cigar ash on your rugs.

Love it, Steve. I believe that the combination must also be worn in the streets of Edinburgh during foggy evenings.

Steve, it would appear that Akubra Homburgs may be discontinued according to their website information. I'm finding that in my various searches, many of the suppliers are out of Canada, which often means much higher prices. In your connection with various clothiers, are you aware of any good ones here in Canada?

[Jock Scot]

I dont know if its just me but seeing that coat makes me think of flat caps. how about you try one of those? plus you can get them in tweed to match

I agree that many might do that; it's not as formal as I might prefer. I confess that I'm not over-fond of flat caps.

Oh dear me! No! No!No! Whatever next? Matching the tweed of one’s hat to your coat/rest of your attire, that just won’t do! One does not want to be mistaken for staff!