Paper straw — usually sold as toyo — is made from tightly twisted, resin-coated paper yarn woven into a fine, even braid. It gives you a cleaner, more uniform surface than natural straw, which is why classic town shapes like the pork pie and the narrow-brim fedora are so often made from it.
Start with the silhouette and intended use. Choose a pork pie or fedora, such as the 42nd Street, Avalon, Manchester, or Palm Beach, for a neat town-style profile. A western option like the Fairhope, Gunsmoke, or Phoenix brings a more pronounced cowboy shape, while the Dundee Holiday or Outback Ranger suits an outback direction. For a brim you can adjust, look at the Air Conditioned Straw Shapeable Brim Hat or Phoenix Western Shapeable Hat. The McCloud is specifically labeled for women's gardening, and the Pith Helmet offers a distinct safari-inspired choice. Check each product page for its available size rather than assuming the collection-wide range applies to every style. Paper straw should stay dry; if soaked, its fibers soften. Store the hat crown-down so the brim does not flatten.
Recycled paper straw (Toyo) is a machine made hat material made from post-consumer recycled paper/wood that's twisted into durable straw-like fibers, these hats deliver the classic look and breathability of traditional straw while diverting waste from landfills. The down side, environmentally speaking is the matterial is coated in a very thin plastic, but this allows it to be very durable and water resistant.
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| Material | Sustainability | Breathability | Weight | Water Resistance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recycled Paper Straw | ★★★★★ Recycled content | ★★★★☆ Excellent | ★★★★★ Very light | ★★☆☆☆ Avoid moisture |
| Raffia | ★★★★☆ Natural fiber | ★★★★★ Maximum | ★★★★☆ Light | ★★☆☆☆ Avoid moisture |
| Toyo | ★★★☆☆ Natural fiber | ★★★★☆ Excellent | ★★★★☆ Light | ★★★☆☆ Light water OK |
| Wool Felt | ★★★☆☆ Natural fiber | ★★☆☆☆ Limited | ★★☆☆☆ Heavy | ★★★★☆ Water resistant |
| Cotton Canvas | ★★☆☆☆ Varies by source | ★★★☆☆ Moderate | ★★★☆☆ Medium | ★★★★☆ Water resistant |
Paper straw, commonly sold as toyo, is made from tightly twisted, resin-coated paper yarn woven into a fine, even braid. It creates a cleaner, more uniform surface than natural straw while remaining lightweight, breathable, and able to hold a crisp crease.
The collection includes Small, Medium, Large, X-Large, XX-Large, Small/Medium, Large/X-Large, and one-size options. Availability varies by hat, so check the individual product page for the specific size range and fit details before ordering.
Paper straw is not a rain-hat material. If it gets soaked, the fibers can soften. Keep your hat dry whenever possible, and store it crown-down so the brim does not flatten. This care helps the hat retain its shape and line.
Conner Hats offers a limited lifetime guarantee covering defects in materials and workmanship. The brand is family-run: Bill Conner made hats in Byron Bay for over 50 years, and his son Will created the Conner Hats brand.
