Tharp LiteStraw® Fedora

A Shantung 'straw' hat is made from high performance paper rolled into a fine yarn and then woven, a process perfected by the Japanese in 610 A.D. This lighter yet very strong " offered a perfect panama alternative and was dubbed the "Shantung Panama."Bailey's finely woven Shantungs are glazed with Bailey's proprietary LiteStraw® finish to provide a supple feel, water repellency and enhanced shape retention. The Tharp is a classic medium brimmed shape that is available with a seasonal array of band colors. Made in the USA with Globally Sourced Materials