You know the old saying, “History repeats itself”?
Well, it’s true, especially when it comes to fashion.
Many clothing pieces, like loose-fitting jeans, vests, and certain hats, tend to repeat themselves even decades after they first came out.
But here’s what’s interesting about today’s fashion…
While fashion experts are still very highly valued, many people have taken it upon themselves to just create their own look regardless of what the masses have to say. And because of this, there’s a sense of freedom that’s achieved.
This freedom to “wear what you want, when you want” has allowed people to feel more confident in their own skin and clothing choices.
So, while fashion trends might seem like they repeat themselves, they never really go away in the first place. They just get somewhat silenced by newer, more prominent fashion pieces.
However, when it comes to fashion hat trends, it seems that there’s only a handful of hats that people quickly reach for. And the hats that seem to get a lot of attention regardless of what decade we’re in are those cute bucket hats.
We know… there’s a certain 90’s aesthetic to the bucket hat. When we say bucket hat, most people think of LL Cool J, Notorious B.I.G., Tyra Banks, Britney Spears, and Christina Aquilera. They all sported a cute bucket hat back in the 90s era.
But these hats have been around for a long time… We’re talkin’ since the 1900s.
This raises the question…
What Does a Bucket Hat Symbolize?
Here’s the thing… People back in the 1900s didn’t really wear a bucket hat for its stylish appeal. Nope, they wore them for their functionality and practicality.
You see, back in those days, they went by a different name: "Fisherman Hats". We know, not exactly a trendy name, but it makes sense.
Their down-sloped, wide brim helps shade your eyes from the sun (somewhat similar to a sun hat) and keeps your head nice and cool even on those hot summer days. These features alone are what made this hat a “must-have” for anyone who loves being outdoors, especially fishermen.
But over time, fisherman hats, now known as bucket hats, became one of the most stylish hats in the fashion industry.
This is partly because they are very versatile fashion pieces. They come in a variety of sizes and styles. But what makes them even more appealing in today's fashion is that they come in various colors.
What was once plain and neutral has now become bold and colorful.
This brings us to…
Remember when we mentioned that fashion repeats itself?
Well, it does, but when it does, it often repeats itself with a slight variation. Back in the 90s and early 2000s, bucket hats were usually designed in one solid color: Dark blue, white, black, red, and so on.
Not many people ventured out of those solid colors.
Fast forward to 2022, and you have people walking around in those multi-colored bucket hats, and let’s just say… they look amazing.
A colorful bucket hat has a way of enhancing your overall look and mood.
Scientists have even found that when people wear certain colors, their overall mood changes. It’s an awesome phenomenon, but we’re not surprised.
Certain colors can brighten your fashion look as well as your outlook on life. They can increase your confidence, spice up your flair, and even lower your stress.
So…
For a long time, fashion experts advised that a bucket hat cap should only remain plain and neutral. But not many people took their advice.
You see, the cutest hats are those that have various colors and designs.
Yes, we’re talking about flowers, stripes, and unique patterns. What’s the fun in wearing just plain neutral colors?
We get it, those colors are often the easiest to match. But when you add a pop of color you stand out.
Now, don’t let standing out scare you. Believe it or not, wearing a colorful bucket hat isn’t going to make you the center of attention. Instead, it’s going to make you feel bolder and more vibrant, both on the inside and on the outside.
You see, colors like green, blue, red, and purple can stimulate certain emotions.
For example, green often stimulates healing, hope, and life.
Blue stimulates calmness and freedom.
Purple stimulates ambition and luxury.
Red evokes confidence, strength, and boldness.
And the list goes on.
Adding color to your wardrobe, especially when it's on your head makes a huge difference in how you view yourself.
Now, wearing these colors might seem overwhelming at first. And sure, you’ll catch some people's attention.
But don’t worry, people who notice your colorful bucket hat will likely compliment you, envy your confidence, and then quickly enquire where in the world did you find such an awesome. cute bucket hat. To which you’ll reply, “Why Kaftko, of course!”
Don’t know who Kaftko is? Well, that’s the answer to our next question…
Where Can I Buy Vibrant Bucket Hats?
It’s not hard to find a bucket hat for sale. Especially if you're shopping for summer collections.
But we’ve gotta warn you: If you’re looking for a high-quality, hand-crafted colorful bucket hat that won’t fade away after every single wash or fall apart after a year of use, then you’re not going to find them in those big box retail chains.
Here at Kaftko, we specialize in creating some of the most stylish, multi-functional, incredibly comfortable, and affordable bucket hats.
They’re made with 100% cotton twill fabric and fashioned with unique designs and various colors.
Our vibrant prints can not only help enhance your outfit, but they stimulate your mood and unique personality.
But we get it, you’re still on the fence about wearing colored options because you don’t exactly know how to style them properly.
This brings us to our final, and most frequently asked question…
How Do I Style a Colorful Bucket Hat?
A colorful bucket hat is perfect for several types of fashion styles.
Whether you’re into modern fashion, classy, creative/unique looks, or casual attire, adding a bucket hat can take your overall style to the next level.
This is especially true for ladies' bucket hats. Adding a colorful, pretty bucket hat to a muted sun dress or jeans and a plain crop top can make you look like you just stepped out of a Vogue magazine.
A bucket hat on a girl wearing denim overalls with an oversized jacket tied around the waist just screams 90s vibes. And we love it!
But a bucket hat isn’t just for females.
These hats were first made popular and fashionable by guys in the music industry. Even today, dudes love a good colorful bucket hat.
They’re often worn with casual pants or shorts, a button-up short-sleeved shirt, a jacket, and plain-colored shoes.
Now, despite what you may have heard, a bucket hat isn’t just for summer use.
If you look at Anderson. Paak, Rihanna, Justin Bieber, and even Billie Eilish, all wear their colored bucket hat in the summertime, spring, fall, and winter.
These colored hats are perfect to spice up your fall wardrobe.
The key is to have fun!
Now when it comes to buying a bucket hat that’s cute and stylish, make sure you pay attention to the colors in the bucket hat itself.
For example, our Orchids bucket hat has an array of colors in it. The unique flower designs allow you to add both color and uniqueness to your overall attire.
And since this hat offers multi-colors, you can match it with many outfits. All you need to do is match your shirt, shorts, pants, or skirt to the colors in the hat.
Our Lucky Tiger Bucket Hat and our Glitch Bucket Hat are also fun patterns to style. A simple pair of shorts and a t-shirt are all you need for these hats.
But if you really want to take your wardrobe to the next level, we’ve taken it upon ourselves to create matching socks, Kamp shirts, and shorts that pair perfectly with each one of our colorful bucket hat options.
This takes all the guesswork out of wondering how to style our bucket hats.
You see, we’ve already done the styling work for you. All you have to do is buy the matching set, and you’re ready to hit the next pool party, festival, or gathering with friends.
Here at Kaftko, we do things a bit differently. Our business doesn’t wait for the fashion industry to announce what the next fashion trend is. We set our own fashion trends.
We believe that you should have the freedom to wear what you want when you want, however you want to wear it.
So add some color to your wardrobe, whether that be through a bucket hat, shirts, shorts, kimonos, or socks.
Enhance your style, stimulate your mood, and brighten someone else day with your unique personality and fashion sense.
Our colorful buckets are made for everyone! It doesn’t matter how old you are, your size, your gender, or the color of your skin. If you want to wear it, then honey it’s yours to wear.
Shop our unique collection of colorful bucket hats today on our site. And while you’re at it, check out our other accessories and clothing attire. Who knows, you might discover a whole new sense of style and confidence just waiting to be released.
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