Every Conner hat for men is handmade by a family that has made hats for over 50 years. Shop felt and wool cowboy hats, crushable outback hats, leather and oilskin styles built for weather, straw and raffia for summer, and packable hats that survive a suitcase.
Start with the conditions you expect. Choose Australian wool or felt for a structured outback, gambler, or cowboy look, and consider a crushable style such as the Jackeroo when storage matters. Leather, oilskin, waxed cotton, and water-resistant cotton suit changeable weather; the Lone Wolf Crushable Leather and Portland Waxed Cotton Rain are useful points of comparison. For warm-weather airflow, look at mesh, straw, raffia, hemp, or boating styles such as the Tarpon Springs. Safari and hiking shapes offer practical outdoor coverage, while a newsboy, bowler, bucket, or baseball cap creates a different everyday profile. Check the listed size carefully, use the included inserts for fine adjustment, and use the individual product’s care guidance before cleaning or reshaping. Free 90-day exchanges are available if the size is not right.
Conner Hats is family-run. Bill Conner has made hats in Byron Bay for over 50 years, after learning leatherwork in St. Augustine, Florida, in 1969. His son Will created the brand, which ships from American Fork, Utah. Every men's hat in this collection is handmade and backed by a limited lifetime guarantee against manufacturing defects. The guarantee also includes a 50% off code to replace the same hat if yours is ever lost or stolen.
Shop by the way you actually wear a hat: men's cowboy hats for western shapes, outback hats for weather and wide brims, leather hats for rugged everyday use, summer hats for men in straw and raffia, UPF sun protection hats for long days outside, waterproof hats for rain and spray, and caps and newsboys for a lower-profile look.
Not sure of your size? Measure once with our hat size finder and you will know your size in every style we make.
Start with the brim. A wider brim shades more of your face, ears and neck. The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends a brim of at least three inches around the circumference for meaningful sun coverage (Skin Cancer Foundation). Narrower brims, like a fedora or newsboy, trade some coverage for a dressier line.
Then the material. Straw, raffia and toyo breathe in heat. Wool felt holds its shape and sheds light rain. Leather and oilskin take the most abuse. Cotton and canvas pack flat for travel.
Then the rating, if sun is the point. Any UPF rating is listed on the product page, so buy on the number rather than on colour or weave.
Then the fit. Measure just above your eyebrows and ears. If you fall between sizes, size up and use the two free size inserts that ship with every hat.
| Material | Best For | Temperature | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Organic Raffia | Beach, gardening, summer | 70°F+ | Lightweight, breathable, and provides shade. |
| Organic Cotton | Everyday wear, travel | 60-85°F | Soft, crushable, easy care |
| Hemp | Hiking, outdoor activities | 65-80°F | Durable |
| Wool | Cool weather, year-round | Below 70°F | Water-resistant, insulating, naturally protective |
| Leather | Rugged outdoor use | 50-75°F | Extremely durable, weather-resistant, ages beautifully |
It depends on what you need from it. Western and outback shapes are our biggest men's categories. Cowboy and western crowns suit anyone who wants a classic shape; outback hats give you a wider, weather-ready brim; fedoras and newsboy caps keep a lower profile for town wear.
Ratings are printed on individual product pages, and the UPF sun protection collection gathers the rated styles in one place. Pair the rating with a wide brim for shade over your face, ears and neck.
Yes, our hats are handmade. Conner Hats is family-run. Bill Conner has made hats in Byron Bay for over 50 years, after learning leatherwork in St. Augustine, Florida, in 1969. His son Will created the brand, which ships from American Fork, Utah. The hats are made in Australia, Sri Lanka, China, Pakistan and Mexico.
Measure your head circumference with a flexible tape, just above your eyebrows and ears, then match it to the chart on our hat size finder. Two free size inserts ship with every order so you can fine-tune the fit. Free exchanges are available through ReDo if you selected it at checkout, and exchanges or store credit must be started within 90 days of purchase (refunds within 30 days).
Look at waterproof hats and our oilskin and waxed cotton styles first, then wool felt, which naturally sheds light rain and dries back into shape. Leather handles weather well and only looks better for it. Straw and raffia are built for heat, not for downpours.
Care depends on the material: brush wool, spot-clean straw with a barely damp cloth, and let any hat air-dry away from direct heat so the crown keeps its shape. Our hat care guide covers each material in detail.
The Limited Lifetime Guarantee applies to purchases from connerhats.com. For a workmanship failure, you can receive a free replacement of the same style, size, and color, with shipping paid, during the first 12 months. After 12 months, a replacement is 40% off, with shipping not included. Material degradation from use qualifies for a 30% off code. If your hat is lost or stolen, you can get 50% off the same hat, with shipping not included.
Look for packable or crushable designs, including the Jackeroo Crushable Wool Outback Hat and Lone Wolf Crushable Leather Outback Hat. The collection also includes packable/travel styles intended to handle suitcase storage. Check each product listing for its specific construction and care guidance.
