So you’ve found your perfect style, spent hours growing out your hair, and checked the mirror every morning before school to make sure it’s still on point. But one small problem remains: what kind of hat should you wear? Well, for starters, take a look at some style goals. For example, both these women wear their hair loose and free without any rings or clips in their hair.

They also both have earrings that match the color of their hats, but if you’re not keen on wearing earrings to school (even though this would go perfectly with my Golden Earring-inspired high school outfit), then keep these tips in mind when picking out an accessory to match your hairstyle.

First off, don’t get a hat that will cover your hair. If the style requires you to wear a hat over the front of your head, then make sure it will not get in the way of you showing off your ‘do. In addition, if you want to wear a headband or clips with braids or an updo, make sure your hat doesn’t have ties around the back that would clash with this. Straw fedora hat womens is a good choice.

Choose simple style

If you’re going for a more subtle punch of color with a plain bow or flower on top, then go for a simple musky grayish tone without too much sheen. On the other hand, if you’re looking for some added sparkle and shine, opt for silkier hats like satin or velvet in more vibrant shades of fuchsia, turquoise, or yellow.

It is a perfect example of how the hat isn’t too over-the-top and ultimately lets your hairstyle take center stage. Meanwhile, this hat is very brightly colored and uses flowers to accentuate the look.

Consider the season

A quick note about hats: they don’t just have to be worn during wintertime! You can wear them with light jackets on breezy spring days before the weather gets too warm for scarves and boots. Who knows which styles you’ll see on runways come September? Don’t cover up hair. Make sure it fits with any headbands or clips underneath, use colors that add to the outfit, and switch up your hat once in a while!

Now you should be ready for any weather or occasion with your perfect hairstyle and matching hat. Keep this in mind next time you’re shopping for school supplies at Target, and you might find yourself incorporating more stylish hats into your daily wardrobe.

Compliment your hairstyle

If the hairstyle requires wearing a hat over the front of your head, then make sure it will not get in the way of you showing off your ‘do.  In addition, if you want to wear a headband or clips with braids or an updo, make sure your hat doesn’t have ties around the back that would clash with this. A quick note about hats: they don’t just have to be worn during wintertime!  You can wear them with light jackets on breezy spring days before the weather gets too warm for scarves and boots.