The Social Hat

The Social Hat https://linktr.ee/thesocialhat
Sharing my expression of the universal hat spirit along with its authentic story of know how…

Bollman Hat Company South East Sales Manager

🎉 IT’S MY BEAUTIFUL WIFE ELIZA’S BIRTHDAY WEEKEND! 🎉If you’re out and about this Saturday, come help us celebrate an ama...
07/28/2026

🎉 IT’S MY BEAUTIFUL WIFE ELIZA’S BIRTHDAY WEEKEND! 🎉

If you’re out and about this Saturday, come help us celebrate an amazing woman! ❤️

Stop by Eliza’s gallery at The Raleigh Market on Saturday, August 1st and wish her a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY! 🥳🎂🎈

She’ll have:
🎁 FREE prints
🍭 Sweet treats
🛍️ Special birthday discounts
🎨 Lots of incredible artwork
💖 And plenty of birthday fun!

Let’s make her day extra special—come say hello, grab a treat, and celebrate with us! See you at The Raleigh Market! 🎉🎨💝

Eliza ARTwrks

🎩☀️ MAKE THIS A HAT WEEKEND ☀️🎩 Rain or shine, if I’m in town you’ll find me at the shaping crowns, blocking hats, talk...
05/29/2026

🎩☀️ MAKE THIS A HAT WEEKEND ☀️🎩

Rain or shine, if I’m in town you’ll find me at the shaping crowns, blocking hats, talking craftsmanship, and sharing the timeless experience of great headwear. 🤠🔥

A hat is personal. It’s not just something you wear it’s something you connect with. That’s why I always say: come greet and meet your hat.

From classic & Western felt to summer straws, every weekend is about great style, authentic conversations, and keeping the art of hat making alive one customer at a time.

📍 The Raleigh Market — Booth #313
⏰ Saturdays & Sundays | 9AM–4PM

🔗 Link in bio for directions & more info

So let me measure your noggin and let’s get you started. 🎩✨

Always a pleasure visiting my dearest friends now proudly with two amazing locations in Nashville, Tennessee!A true des...
05/22/2026

Always a pleasure visiting my dearest friends now proudly with two amazing locations in Nashville, Tennessee!

A true destination for authentic Western style, craftsmanship, and individuality. While Planet Cowboy is widely known for their incredible handcrafted boots, their passion for premium quality and timeless style carries beautifully into their hat offerings as well.

Proud to see American Hat Makersamericanhatmakers represented inside such an inspiring space alongside a carefully curated collection that celebrates heritage, artistry, and self-expression. From classic Western silhouettes to statement pieces full of personality, Planet Cowboy continues to create a shopping experience unlike any other in Music City.

Special congratulations to founder Jaylin Ramer for continuing to build one of Nashville’s most unique Western lifestyle destinations with a strong commitment to quality, creativity, and “future vintage” style.

If you’re visiting Nashville, Planet Cowboy is absolutely worth the stop.

It’s always inspiring to work with retailers and creative teams that are bringing personalized hat experiences to life w...
05/20/2026

It’s always inspiring to work with retailers and creative teams that are bringing personalized hat experiences to life while introducing customers to quality craftsmanship, premium materials, and authentic Western style. American Paint Hat located in the heart of downtown Nashville at the beautiful , has created a truly elevated and memorable custom hat experience.

From custom shaping and hat burning to carefully selected bands and embellishments, experiences like these continue to show how strong and evolving the hat industry has become in Music City.

Honored to have American Hat Makers hats represented in spaces that celebrate individuality, creativity, and the art of hat making.

Thank you for the hospitality and continued support of independent hat culture and craftsmanship.

A huge thank you to Aubrey The Highlands Hatter for the warm hospitality and for creating such a truly special hat dest...
05/20/2026

A huge thank you to Aubrey The Highlands Hatter for the warm hospitality and for creating such a truly special hat destination in the beautiful mountain town of Highlands. It’s always a great pleasure to spend time talking all things hats while surrounded by such passion for craftsmanship, style, and personal service.

We had an amazing visit reviewing incredible at-once inventory opportunities along with Fall 2026 made-to-order offerings from Italy. From thoughtful fittings to refined styling, The Highlands Hatter has created much more than a hat shop, it’s a true hat experience.

Built around style, hospitality, and personal attention, every guest is welcomed into a fitting journey that feels personal, memorable, and authentic. Whether you’re finding your very first hat or adding another special piece to your collection, the experience is designed to help you leave with something that truly feels your own.

Part fitting. Part styling experience. Part Highlands moment.

Truly honored to see beautiful collections from American Hat Makers Alfonso d'Este represented in such an inspiring space.

Celebrating the continued success of the incredible Helen Hat Company in beautiful Helen, Georgia! 🎩✨Last December, my d...
05/20/2026

Celebrating the continued success of the incredible Helen Hat Company in beautiful Helen, Georgia! 🎩✨

Last December, my dear friend Kim celebrated 5 amazing years of building one of the most unique and welcoming hat shops around and they continue going hat strong!

Helen Hat Company is filled with personality, craftsmanship, and what they proudly call “Hattitude.” From classic fedoras and Panama hats to trucker caps, Alpine hats, custom accessories, and even hats for your dogs and cats, there is truly something for everyone.

What makes this shop even more special is their commitment to offering quality hats at fair prices while supporting both legendary heritage brands and independent makers from around the world.

Helen Hat Company

We’re truly honored to have
American Hat Makers Alfonso d'Este
Signes Hats represented in her beautiful store alongside so many fantastic brands and artisans.

If you ever find yourself in the mountains of North Georgia, make sure to stop by and experience one of the finest hat shops around. Here’s to many more years of success, friendship, and amazing hats! 🎉

Spent some incredible time last month Stages West in the heart of the Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee. A true Western ...
05/20/2026

Spent some incredible time last month Stages West in the heart of the Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee. A true Western destination built on family values, hospitality, and an authentic passion for the lifestyle.

Special thanks to Pam, the manager, for the warm hospitality, and to .eli one of the talented hat shapers in the store, for sharing his craftsmanship and passion for the trade. Always amazing to see customers walking out proudly wearing our American Hat Makers leather hats!

From boots and apparel to hats and accessories, Stages West continues to deliver one of the best Western shopping experiences in the country with an incredible team dedicated to personalized service and quality.

If you’re ever visiting the Smoky Mountains, make sure to stop by and experience it for yourself.

For more than a decade, I’ve had the pleasure of working with Howard at Sid’s Clothing & Hats in Chicago. Every visit re...
03/04/2026

For more than a decade, I’ve had the pleasure of working with Howard at Sid’s Clothing & Hats in Chicago. Every visit reminds me why great independent hat stores are so important to our industry.

During my recent trip to the wonderful city of Chicago, I stopped by the shop to spend time with Howard and Courtney and to present our Doria Fall/Winter collection.

Established in the 1950s, Sid’s Clothing & Hats has become a true Chicago institution. Located at 609 W. Roosevelt Road, the store originally focused on quality clothing, but about 30 years ago hats became a major part of the business and today the hat side has truly taken off.

Walking through the store is a joy for any hat lover: rows of felt hats, classic caps, and timeless styles carefully curated for their customers. Each year they transition their assortment from winter felts and wool to spring and summer straw, continuing a tradition that keeps the shop alive and evolving.

It’s always a pleasure presenting collections in such a historic and authentic hat environment.

Howard and Courtney, thank you once again for always making me feel so welcome. Your passion, professionalism, and dedication to the hat world truly embody what this industry is all about.

The hat journey continues.








There are hat moments that I will carry with me for a lifetime.Having a hat made specifically for me by one of the fines...
02/03/2026

There are hat moments that I will carry with me for a lifetime.

Having a hat made specifically for me by one of the finest hat factories in the world is truly a great honor. Last month, during my visit to Signes Hats in Gata de Gorgos, Spain, I experienced a rare, once-in-a-lifetime immersion into craftsmanship at its highest level.

Together, we explored the future growth of Signes in North America—sharing ideas, passion, and a deep respect for the art of hat making. From those conversations emerged this beautiful pencil-rolled, open-crown luxury felt hat, pictured here from raw felt to finished form.

This style is now available for Fall/Winter 2026 line collections and Private Label development, offered in over 200 colors and crafted in beaver, rabbit, or merino wool.

If you’re interested in developing a Handmade Luxury Open-Crown PL program, feel free to DM me for details.

Looking forward to building something meaningful together.

Hat People Always Shine.
Signes Hats

—
Pablo Alvarez
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