GamaH
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Hi, i'm generally new to hats, since I spent a good deal of time in a climate where wearing a hat was not only unnecessary but also impractical. However, I am looking to change all this and here's where you guys come in.
I saw a few articles mentioning that when choosing a fedora, you should take into consideration what/where you will be wearing it to, your physique and the shape of your face.
I want something that is presentable when matched with a classic suit or tuxedo, and yet can be worn casually with just a shirt and slacks.
I should mention that I'm very small sized for a male (barely over 5'3), so I believe I should be looking at fedoras with a shorter brim. However, I am not sure what would constitute as short, since I have no idea what the average brim's size is to begin with!
However, I cannot wear a fedora with too stingy a brim because I have massive ears that stick out visibly by an inch, so I need something in the middle that flatters a short and petit build, while simultaneously preventing my ears from looking too big. From what I've seen so far, 2inches seem to be an ideal length to me, but I always like to consider a good second opinion.
Another thing is that I'm still waiting for my 20th birthday, so wearing something 'too classic' (if that's even possible) may not be such a good idea. I don't mind dressing well, even if it means pushing my age up a bit; I just don't wish to look like a 19 year old trying to dress like a 40year old.
I spent a good deal of time debating whether I should go with a Borsalino or a Stetson, and I just decided to go with both. Regardless, I would greatly appreciate any advice or assistance you can provide on this matter.
My wardrobe consists mainly of formal and luxury shirts in solid colors of black, white, and gray. I have pants in black and gray. Brown fedoras do somewhat appeal to me, however I do realize that I have to take into consideration my skin color, eye color(??) and wardrobe too.
I saw a few articles mentioning that when choosing a fedora, you should take into consideration what/where you will be wearing it to, your physique and the shape of your face.
I want something that is presentable when matched with a classic suit or tuxedo, and yet can be worn casually with just a shirt and slacks.
I should mention that I'm very small sized for a male (barely over 5'3), so I believe I should be looking at fedoras with a shorter brim. However, I am not sure what would constitute as short, since I have no idea what the average brim's size is to begin with!
Another thing is that I'm still waiting for my 20th birthday, so wearing something 'too classic' (if that's even possible) may not be such a good idea. I don't mind dressing well, even if it means pushing my age up a bit; I just don't wish to look like a 19 year old trying to dress like a 40year old.
I spent a good deal of time debating whether I should go with a Borsalino or a Stetson, and I just decided to go with both. Regardless, I would greatly appreciate any advice or assistance you can provide on this matter.
My wardrobe consists mainly of formal and luxury shirts in solid colors of black, white, and gray. I have pants in black and gray. Brown fedoras do somewhat appeal to me, however I do realize that I have to take into consideration my skin color, eye color(??) and wardrobe too.