How to Feminize a Fedora
Al Capone made the fedora famous for gangsters. Indiana Jones made the hat adventurous. And women make the fedora hat sexy. There are several ways that you can feminize a male's fedora to complement your style. Here are a few suggestions. Does this Spark an idea?
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Change the existing ribbon, or add a ribbon where there is none. Velvet and satin ribbons lend themselves to feminine styles. You want to pick a ribbon that is at least ½ inch wide. The color or pattern of the ribbon should reflect your personality and style.
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Glue a garnish onto the fedora. There are several styles of bows that can feminize your hat. You can add wispy feathers to a bow or use your favorite silk flower. Use a fabric glue to secure your garnish in place. The garnish should match or complement any ribbon you have on the fedora.
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Slope the fedora. Most women wear their hats slightly tilted to one side. You can straighten the brim of the fedora in the front of the hat to create a more angled look.
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Give the hat vertical pinstripes using fabric paint. Determine the distance between the pinstripes and the thickness of the pinstripes. One easy way to determine the distance between the pinstripes is to put your thumb on the fedora and make a pinstripe on both sides of your thumb.
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Paint a pattern using fabric paint. Plaid patterns, flowers and polka dots are just a few suggestions. Some hobby stores have designs that can be transferred to material.
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Design your own fedora. There are hat shops that custom make fedoras. Women enjoy hats that are twill, velvet or suede. You can use a pattern like leopard print or plaid. A solid color in pink, eggplant or gray works well for a women's hat, especially if paired with a softer fabric.
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