Brown Cowboy Hats: Felt, Straw & Leather

Choose felt for cold weather (40-70°F), leather for year-round durability and sun protection, or straw/canvas for hot weather breathability (70-95°F+). Felt offers the most formal look, leather provides the longest lifespan (decades with proper care) and sun protection, and straw/canvas delivers the lightest weight for summer comfort. All Conner materials are sustainably sourced—non-mulesed wool, organic cotton, or ethically-sourced leather.

Measure your head circumference just above your eyebrows and ears using a flexible tape measure. Compare to our size chart: Small (21 1/4-21 5/8\"), Medium (22-22 3/8\"), Large (22 3/4-23 1/4\"), X-Large (23 1/2-24\"). Hats should fit snug initially—they'll expand slightly with wear as they conform to your head shape.

Yes. Dark brown felt cowboy hats are appropriate for formal western events, weddings, and business settings when paired with tailored clothing. Light brown straw hats are suitable for daytime formal events like outdoor weddings or garden parties. The key is matching hat formality to outfit—felt is more formal than straw, and clean, structured shapes are more formal than distressed or casual styles.

Wipe clean with a damp cloth after each wear to remove dust and sweat. Let air dry away from direct heat sources. The leather will naturally condition itself and develop patina with wear. For deep cleaning, use leather-specific cleaner every 6-12 months. Store with brim facing up to maintain shape.

Leather hats last 20-30+ years with proper care. Felt hats last 10-15 years depending on wear frequency. Straw/canvas hats last 3-5 seasons. All Conner hats include a limited lifetime guarantee against manufacturing defects. We also offer a 50% replacement discount if your hat is ever lost or stolen.

The cattleman features a three-part crown crease with a taller profile—it's the most traditional western style, seen in ranch work and rodeo settings. The pinch front has a V-shaped crown that sits slightly lower and offers a more modern, versatile look. Both styles are available in brown and work equally well functionally—choose based on aesthetic preference and face shape.

Yes. Most Conner cowboy hats include a shapeable wire brim that allows customization. For western style, curve the brim up on both sides. For outback style, dip the front and back. Use steam from a teakettle to reshape felt or straw hats that have lost their form.

Yes. We use non-mulesed wool (no mulesing), organic cotton (pesticide-free), and ethically-sourced leather. Select styles incorporate recycled plastic bottle materials. Our original St. Augustine warehouse runs on 100% solar power, and we've operated as a family-owned business since 1969 with a commitment to environmental responsibility. We still maintain our company food forest at the site and have created a hub there for other small businesses to use the location.

Look for styles identified as crushable or packable in their product details. The Lone Wolf Crushable Leather and Aussie Wool Crusher Hat are named for that type of use, while the collection also includes a BC Hats Bac Pac Traveller. Check each listing for its specific handling and reshaping instructions before packing.

Yes. The collection includes styles identified for women, including the Mt. Warning Wool Boho Hat and Cascade Mountain Organic Raffia Western. It also includes unisex-looking outback, western, and boho options. Use the product title, available sizes, crown profile, and material to choose the style that best suits your wardrobe.

Conner Hats is a family-run brand with more than 50 years of hat-making heritage connected to Byron Bay, Australia. Will Conner created the brand, and orders ship from American Fork, Utah. Product origin can vary by style, so review the individual listing for details.