JOANNE WATKINSON

HAT'S THE WAY TO BRIM WITH STYLE CONFIDENCE

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A friend recently asked me to find her a hat. This isn't an unusual request - occasions such as weddings and holidays will often kick up the need for specific headwear.

But this time the requirement was for a hat that can be worn in the UK. The scorching weather last month created very high UV levels and a heightened risk of sunburn, hence the need for a hat - the best SPF there is.

Wearing one on holiday isn't the same as at home. Sun hats aren't required to work with civilian clothes; they can be as carefree, floppy and ridiculous as you like.

But in order to avoid looking slightly crazy in the real world, a little more finesse is required.

In order to pull off a hat you have to commit to making headgear a part of your personality.