Adult straw boater costume hat with black ribbon band and flat crown

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Boater Costume Hat Adult Straw with Black Band - Vintage School Days

SKU:: cs9312

$12.49

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Product Details

What's Included

Straw boater hat with band

The Boater Costume Hat is a classic flat-crowned straw accessory with a black ribbon band, instantly recognisable from early 20th-century summer fashion and school uniform traditions.

Natural cream woven straw braided in concentric circles on the crown top and spiraling pattern on the brim. The completely flat crown and level brim create the signature boater silhouette. Lightweight construction makes it comfortable for extended wear at costume events.

Key Features

Flat-crowned boater design with medium circular brim, traditional silhouette
Woven straw construction in natural cream tone, visible braided texture
Black grosgrain ribbon band at crown base adds period-correct contrast
Lightweight and breathable, suitable for indoor or outdoor costume events
One size fits most adults (men and women), classic unisex shape

Perfect For

School Days & Vintage Parties: Ideal for "Skool Dayz" themed nights, 1920s garden parties, Edwardian summer events, or private school uniform costume parties where the boater is a signature accessory.

Book Week & Theatre Productions: Works for period literature characters (Wind in the Willows, Enid Blyton boarding school stories), Mary Poppins theatrical productions, The Music Man barbershop quartet scenes, or Gilbert & Sullivan operetta costumes.

Vintage Summer Events: Perfect for gondolier costumes, 1950s boating club events, summer festival retro dress codes, or any occasion calling for turn-of-the-century summer elegance.

How to Wear It

Pair with a striped blazer, bow tie or necktie, and waistcoat for full barbershop quartet or school uniform effect. For 1920s garden party styling, add summer whites and a walking cane. A monocle or round spectacles complete the Edwardian gentleman look (sold separately).

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is this boater hat?

One size fits most adults. The boater has a classic medium crown circumference that works for both men and women.

Is the black band removable?

The black ribbon band is securely attached to the crown base and not designed to be removed. It's a permanent part of the hat's construction.

What costumes does this boater work with?

Perfect for barbershop quartet, 1920s gentlemen, school days uniforms, gondoliers, Edwardian summer outfits, or any early 20th-century period character. Also works for Book Week characters from vintage literature.

Does it come with accessories like a monocle or tie?

No, this product includes only the straw boater hat. Monocles, neckties, blazers, and other period accessories are sold separately.

How do I store or care for the straw boater?

Store flat or on a hat stand to maintain the shape of the brim. Keep out of direct sunlight when not in use to prevent straw discolouration. Wipe clean with a dry cloth if needed.

Care: Wipe clean with dry cloth, store flat to preserve brim shape.

See the complete range of women's costumes, or find more ideas in Halloween costumes.

Shipping, Returns & Support

We dispatch quickly from our Melbourne warehouse and offer reliable delivery across Australia. Easy returns and fast support are available if you need help.

Delivery

✔ Dispatch within 1 business day
✔ Same day dispatch before 2pm
✔ Australia-wide delivery with tracking

Returns

✔ Easy 14-day returns & exchanges on eligible items

When will my order arrive?

Most orders arrive within 2–6 business days depending on your location.

Can I return this item?

Yes, we offer easy 14-day returns on eligible items.

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Delivery timeframes shown anywhere on our website (including the postcode delivery estimator) are estimates only, based on Australia Post's published delivery standards, and are not guaranteed. We dispatch from our Melbourne warehouse; once an order leaves us, delivery is carried out entirely by Australia Post and is outside our control. We cannot be held responsible for delays caused by Australia Post, weather, peak or seasonal volumes, incorrect or incomplete addresses, or public holidays. Such delays are not grounds for a refund, replacement or cancellation.

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