Toquilla Palm. It is woven in a continuous spiral from the center of the hat out to the edge of the brim, then shaped to the desired style. Panama hats are now available in a wide range of colors and styles for both men and women.” Because they are hand-made, each one is a unique work of art.
A Hat has to have 4 characteristics for it to be called a Panama Ha
- Completely Hand Made
- Made from Toquilla Palm
- Concentric Weaving
- Has to be made in Ecuador
Each Panama Hat is unique. Because of the material used and the handmade process no two Hats are exactly the same. Panama Hats are great for Tropical weather because they have no nylon and since the Toquilla Palm is a natural fiber the hat breathes and maintains the head cool under the sun.
- Maintain in a fresh place
- Do not expose to extreme temperature
- In case the hat gets damped or wet, dry immediately with dry cloth