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The History of the Gavroche Cap: A Hat That Became Timeless

Once a symbol of working-class Paris in the 19th century and now a style icon, the gavroche cap has passed through the decades without ever going out of fashion. A look back at the origins of this ...
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Feathered Hats: What Political Meaning Lies Behind This Symbol?

Cockade, panache, plume: the feather adorning a hat long carried a political message. Here is what it meant, and what remains of it today.
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The History of the Panama Hat: A Legend Born in Ecuador

Born in Ecuador but made famous by the Panama Canal, the Panama hat has become an essential of summer elegance. Discover its history at JJ Hat Center.