Mexican cowboy hats blend the working tradition of vaqueros with the ornate style of charro horsemen. Our collection features three distinct styles: the classic American felt cowboy with a telescope crown ($149), the Cheyenne palm roper with a flat gambler-style crown ($85), and the Cowboy Country straw with a traditional cattleman crease ($87).
The telescope crown features a flat top and low, rounded profile with strong ties to Southwestern and vaquero traditions, most often seen in straw hats built for hot weather. Gambler-style hats were originally popularized by Mexican cowboys who valued the wide brim for sun protection.
| Hat | Material | Crown Style | Best For | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Cowboy | Wool felt | Telescope (flat top, low profile) | Cooler weather, formal occasions, structured look | $149 |
| Cheyenne Roper | Palm fiber | Gambler (flat crown, wide brim) | Hot weather, ranch work, casual wear | $85 |
| Cowboy Country | Natural straw | Cattleman (center crease, curved brim) | Summer sun, outdoor events, classic Western style | $87 |
Brim width matters: The brim is the wide, overhanging edge that serves as first defense against the elements, with shape and width varying from subtle curved designs to bold wide brims offering maximum sun protection. Wider brims (4"+) provide more sun coverage but catch wind. Medium brims (3-3.5") balance protection and practicality.
Crown height affects fit: Crown height can be low or high profile, measured from brim to front center dent of the crease, generally varying between 4 and 5 inches. Taller crowns sit higher on the head, shorter crowns sit lower. The telescope crown is lower profile than cattleman styles.
Mexican cowboy hats draw from two traditions: vaquero working hats and charro ceremonial hats. The sombrero de charro features an extra-wide brim to shield face and eyes from sun, slightly upturned at the edge, with a high conical pointed crown and chin strap to hold it in place. Charro hats have wide, flat brims and short, conical crowns, typically worn with traditional charro outfits. Our collection includes telescope crowns (flat-topped, low profile), gambler shapes (flat wide brims), and cattleman creases—all styles rooted in Southwestern and Mexican cowboy heritage.
Use this text to answer questions in as much detail as possiblFelt hats protected cowboys from sun during the day and warmed them at night when desert temperatures dropped, could hold water for horses or fan campfire flames, are part of classic cowboy look, can be dressed up or down, made of wool or animal fur in any color, great protection from moisture and cold. Straw and palm are lightweight, breathable, best for hot weather. Straw hats can be casual with floppy brim and loose weave, or elegant with tightly woven detailed designs sealed for protection and to retain shape. Our felt uses cruelty-free wool, palm uses renewable raffia, straw uses responsibly harvested fibers.e for your customers.
Measure around your head above your ears where the hat will sit. Use a flexible tape measure or string, then measure the string. Compare to our size chart: Small (6 7/8 - 7), Medium (7 1/8 - 7 1/4), Large (7 3/8 - 7 1/2), X-Large (7 5/8 - 7 3/4). When you first buy a cowboy hat make sure it fits snug around the head, so that it's almost uncomfortably tight. Straw and felt cowboy hats can slightly stretch with use over time, the more you wear your new hat the quicker it will break in and naturally settle, cowboy hats eventually form to the shape of your head making them uniquely comfortable.
Felt hats can be steamed and reshaped by a professional hatter. Straw and palm hats hold their shape but have limited reshaping ability. Always store your hat with brim facing up—laying a cowboy hat with brim resting on flat surface over time will slowly warp the brim causing it to lose shape. Always grab the cowboy hat by the brim, grabbing the crown can crumple or dent the crease, when adjusting grip the front and back of the brim.
What's your return poStraw or wool cowboy hats handle moisture well and may get wet without getting damaged—just let it air dry, do not let your cowboy hat dry near high heat source as this can cause your hat to expand and warp. Brush felt hats with a soft brush in counterclockwise direction. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Our warehouse is 100% solar powered, uses non-toxic water-soluble biodegradable garment bags, biodegradable materials instead of single use plastics—and we recommend the same care for your hat's longevity.licy and warranty?
Conner Hats are fully warranted to the original owner against defects in materials and workmanship for the lifetime of the hat—if a hat ever fails due to manufacturing defect or faulty materials, they will replace it. We offer free 30-day exchanges (USA only) and free shipping on orders over $79. Call us anytime at 833-727-1410.
