Things You'll Need:
- Cowboy Hats
- Sporty Hats
- Sun Hats
- Sun Visor Or Billed Hat
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Step 1
Shop at a large, reputable outdoor gear store - a place with a large selection of hats, a knowlegeable and helpful sales staff, and a reasonable guarantee and return policy.
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Step 2
Look for a wide brim that will protect well from both the sun and rain.
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Step 3
Consider the personality, hair and eye coloring of the recipient when selecting the color. Choose a neutral color if you are unsure whether or not a bold primary color will be appreciated by the recipient.
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Step 4
Consider the activities the recipient is likely to be participating in when wearing the hat. You'll want a light-colored hat for hot-sun activities, a water-proof hat for rain or water sports, an insulating hat for cold-weather activities.
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Step 5
Look for an adjustable hat if you are uncertain of the recipient's head size. Most hats are sized small, medium and large - if you find just the right style of hat, it's worth a gamble for size if the hat is returnable.
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Step 6
Consider a hat with adjustable ties that slip under the chin and hold the hat in place. These are very cute on both men and women - and the recipient will appreciate this feature when the wind kicks up!
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Step 7
Buy a hat that is lightweight and collapses for easy packing if the recipient will be using it for backpacking or travel.
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Step 1
Consider the activities the recipient is likely to be wearing the hat for and buy a fun accessory or two to personalize it. Colorful gardening gloves for the weekend gardener; a disposable camera for the traveler; a lightly tinted lip balm with sunscreen to accompany a feminine hat for a romantic day-hiker; a boldly colored sunglasses case and sunglasses leash for the fashionable extrovert.
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Step 2
Select a greeting card with an outdoor theme appropriate to the recipient's interests.
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Step 3
Wrap the gift in wrapping paper with a nature or sports theme appropriate to the recipient's interests.
