Prohibition Hats NZ market update

NZ's best premium urban hats & caps at your local Auckland market

We can't think of a better way for our customers to get their hands on the expert craftsmanship of our premium hats and caps. We're so excited to be getting into the wonderful Auckland Market circuit! They're such a great way for us to get out there and meet our customers and get amongst the thick of it.

Prohibition Hats NZ market calendar

Next Market: Saturday 25 May, Tamaki Drive Market

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The Winter flat cap and making new friends

The locals were loving our range of winter cheese cutters. Particularly sought after were our Brooklyn Flat Caps by Jaxon hats.  This is a great wool cheese cutter ideal for the colder weather but light enough that your head won't spontaneously combust during Autumn!

Lots of people were asking about our winter fedoras. Never fear! Our winter line of fedoras (and flat caps) will be in stock soon. We'll be sure to bring them along to our next market. (Sign up to our newsletter at www.prohibitionhats.co.nz/page/newsletteror like us at www.facebook.com/prohibitionhats to stay up to date.)

Essence of Europe market in Titirangi

The Essence of Europe market takes place every second Sunday at the War Memorial at Titirangi. Click here for a map. It's a great market for all the family selling everything from organic cheese to wood carvings and, of course, the best urban hats and caps in New Zealand! (It also has the best selection of sweet pastries in the Southern Hemisphere - a diabetic's nightmare but ooohhhh so good.)

We'd like to take our hats off to Ange for organising this great event for the local community. Whether you're European or just interested n something a little bit different, you'll love this market. Find them on https://www.facebook.com/essenceofeurope.events?fref=ts

Prohibition Hats NZ: Next market - Saturday 25th May, Tamaki Drive Market

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So, a big thank you to the Essence of Europe Market and the people of Titirangi and surrounding areas. Catch us at a market soon or go to www.prohibitionhats.co.nz to shop online.


Laurie TurnbullOwner/Founder
Prohibition Hats NZ
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Goorin Bros Fedoras & Trilbys - Winter line

Latest winter fedoras from Goorin Bros

Shop online for the most stylish winter fedoras in NZ. Our range of Trilbys and fedoras are the perfect accessory for you winter wardrobe.

Shop online for our latest fedoras

Stay warm in a stylish wool trilby

The weather is definitely taking a turn for the colder. Keep your head warm in a Prohibition Hats NZ fedora or trilby. We have a great range of wool fedoras that are guaranteed to finish off any outfit and keep you warm.

Shop online for winter fedoras

Best range of Goorin Bros fedoras in New Zealand

Prohibition Hats NZ's winter Fedoras by Goorin Bros are the lowest prices in New Zealand. Our fedoras and trilbies start from just $99.95 with free national shipping when you buy 2 order hats in one order.

And with our no hassle returns, you can buy hats online with no worries.

Make a statement with a Prohibition Hats NZ winter fedora.

Laurie Turnbull
Owner/Founder
Prohibition Hats NZ
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Winter hats: essential fashion for the urban Kiwi

Winter hats: essential fashion for the urban Kiwi

Hat fashion trends for 2013

Wide brim hats like fedoras are hugely in the at the moment. The classic shape is timeless. Walk down Queen Street and you'll see an abundance of guys (and girls) sporting Indiana Jones' hallmark. Tip - add a design flourish like a textured satin band or a feather to give it a lift. Choose wool and felt materials for winter hats as they offer the most maximum warmth. They're also super stylish: great for office attire.

Beanies are also a great winter hat option as they go with practically anything and come in wide range of shapes and materials. But if you want to keep the ears warm, there's nothing better than a bear trapper or wool bucket hat. Materials abound but wool, cashmere and acrylics are name of the game but keep those ears nice and cosy.

Shop online for great hat deals

As Autumn finally gives way to Winter, you're probably going to start thinking about where to shop for Winter hats. It isn't all that fun getting a head freeze on the walk to the train station, so a few warm hats is an essential part of your  winter wardrobe.

There are some great styles to choose from when you shop in the right boutique Stores. Most good stores will have a few wool or felt fedoras, typically in black or brown which are the most versatile tones. And it isn't hard to pick up a good beanie or knit hat (but make sure you don't go for the el cheapo option or it will fall apart way before Spring). The key thing is to make sure that your winter hats are well constructed, fit your head, your personality and your wallet.

Be kind to your head with a stylish winter hat from Prohibition Hats NZ

Laurie Turnbull
Owner / Founder
Prohibition Hats NZ
www.prohibitionhats.co.nz
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3 Common reasons for bad hat choices

I feel really confident when I put on a stylish hat. It finishes my outfit, makes me look and feel complete. In fact, I never leave home without one. So, why  do so many proud & bold kiwis hide their locks under average, poorly fitting baseball caps? 

Some common reasons why people wear rubbish hats

1 Reason: I just can't find anything I like on New Zealand's high street. 

1 Solution:  You aren't looking in the right place! Check out the great range of cool urban hats on offer at www.prohibitionhats.co.nz

With our great range of Cheese Cutters, Fedoras and
Newsboy hats you're bound to find the right hat for you

2 Reason: I don't want to spend a fortune on a hat so I'll buy one for the price of a pint of Tui instead!

2 Solution: A quality hat or cap from prohibitionhats.co.nz won't break the bank. Our hats sale prices start from as low as $50! As soon as you put it on you'll feel the difference and look great.

                                          Check our sale hats for prices as low as $50

3 Reason: Can I return the hat if I don't like it? 

3 Solution: You can return any hat Prohibition Hats NZ hat within 7 days of purchase for a no hassle refund. So we practically guarantee you'll find the  right hat for you. And our great range of Trilbies, Fedoras, Cheese Cutters, Army Cadet Hats and Newsboys are sure to provide some inspiration. 

Bruce Willis sporting a cool cheese cutter and Samuel Jackson looking
cool in a brown felt trilby

Don't hide your head. Accessorise it with Prohibition Hats NZ

Laurie
Prohibition Hats NZ
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How is a Fedora hat different from a Trilby?

How is a Fedora Hat different to a Trilby?

The answer to this often asked question is they are both Fedoras. The trilby is simply a narrowed brimmed Fedora.  

The Trilby has a shorter brim which is angled or 'snapped down' at the front and slightly turned up at the back. The trilby also has a slightly shorter crown than a typical fedora design.The classic Fedora on the other hand has a wider, flatter brim which is more traditional. 

Here are a couple of examples of a Trilby (notice the stingy brim):

The Moretti Fedora Hat

Mr Doyle Trilby Hat

Here are a couple of examples of a Classic Fedora (notice the flatter brim):

When to choose a Trilby or a Fedora Hat

The question of whether to go for a Trilby or a Fedora hat is very much about personal taste. The trick is to make the hat unique to your own style and personality. Read my blog entry 3 tips to choose the right hat for you for some helpful tips.

Some people think the Trilby is funkier than, the more formal, Fedora. To be fair, I personally prefer the fedora as I have a fairly large head and the stingy brim of the trilby doesn't quite sit right. The generous brim on the fedora hat gives the hat more balance (and lets me look mysterious when I tilt it down).

Goorin Brothers do Fedora Hats very well

Goorin Bros are our favourite hat makers at Prohibition Hats (Check out the range of Goorin bros hats). Here is a fantastic video from Goorin Bros talking about the classic snap brim Fedora hat shape and how to make it your own.



As always, if you have any comments or questions, just leave them here and I'll get back to you.

Laurie Turnbull
Founder, Prohibition Hats NZ
www.prohibitionhats.co.nz

3 Tips for choosing the right hat

3 Tips for choosing the right Hat for you

So many hats but which to choose?

I often get asked “there are so many styles of hats; which hat is the right one for me? The truth is, finding the right hat for you is a uniquely personal experience.  There are a range of styles available from Fedora hats to Newsboy hats to Cadet hats (to name but a few) and it can feel a bit like a minefield. The good news is that there are some simple tips to follow to find the perfect hat for you.

Tip #1: Find the right hat size

In New Zealand we are, unfortunately, awash with a sea of ‘one size fits all’ hats Now, don’t get me wrong, this is all well and good for the casual hat wearer, but what if you want it to look good? That’s why you’re wearing a hat in the first place right? There are some really helpful tips on how to measure your [hat size] on our online store at http://www.prohibitionhats.co.nz/page/hat-size-guide

Tip #2: Match your hat to your outfit

The next step is to think about the kind of outfits you typically wear and then match a hat accordingly. Maybe you’re going casual, like jeans and a tshirt - so think about a cadet hat. It’s casual, funky and comfortable. Maybe you’re looking for a hat that is a bit more formal, say, to go with a shirt and trousers – so look at a Newsboy hat or Flat cap. Still room for a bit of style, not as formal as a fedora or trilby but more sophisticated than a base ball cap.

Tip #3: Look for hats that are a little bit different

The hat might maketh the outfit, but it’s the person wearing it that matters the most. Your personality should sing through the hats you wear and be as unique as you are. Try and avoid going for the ‘One Size Fits all’ high street specials (we’ve all seen the faceless pinstripe trilbys on the heads of the Ponsonby elite that never fit and all look the same). Pick out something that stands out a bit and makes people actually say “where did you get that hat?”.

I guarantee the difference in price between a well fitting, individual hat that matches your outfit and complements your style and personality and a scuzzy mid market Asian import comes down to a matter of $30!

That’s not a lot more for a hat that really works for you.

Laurie Turnbull
Founder of Prohibition Hats NZ

England is a darted panel ivy in a subtle seersucker cotton fabric. Buy this hat online today

Rope Swing is a sloped cadet in a custom grey pinstripe fabric. Buy this hat online today