{"title":"Bowler Hats","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rounded crown with instant character. Our bowler hats are crafted from quality wool felt, giving you a structured, durable hat that holds its shape and turns heads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bowler hat stands apart with its firm, rounded crown and short, curved brim. Originally designed as a tough, practical hat for outdoor work, it became a symbol of city style and has never lost its appeal. For a taller formal option, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shopcarriston.com\/collections\/top-hats\"\u003etop hats\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWool felt bowler hats are built to last. The stiff construction protects the crown from knocks and keeps the hat looking sharp after years of wear. The snug fit means it stays put in wind and rain. The curved brim frames the face neatly without blocking your view.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBowler hats work for formal events, themed parties, theatrical productions, and anyone who wants a distinctive everyday look. A black bowler hat is the classic choice. A brown bowler hat offers a softer, vintage feel. At Carriston, we stock men's bowler hats, ladies bowler hats, and derby hats for wholesale and retail customers looking for quality and character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBowler Hat Questions Answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are they called bowler hats?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bowler hat is named after Thomas and William Bowler, the London hatmakers who produced the first one in 1849. It was designed for a client who needed a low, sturdy hat that would not get knocked off while riding. The name stuck, though in America, the same hat is often called a derby hat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the bowler hat symbolize?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bowler hat has carried different meanings over time. In the late 1800s and early 1900s, it became the hat of choice for businessmen and city workers, symbolising professionalism and respectability. In popular culture, it is linked to classic film characters, artists like René Magritte, and British tradition. Today it represents individuality and a nod to vintage style.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre bowler hats British?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the bowler hat originated in London in 1849. It was created by hatmakers James and George Lock for a customer named Edward Coke. The design quickly became popular across Britain and later spread worldwide. While the bowler is strongly associated with British culture, it is worn and appreciated globally today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"black-wool-bowler-hat","title":"Classic Black Wool Bowler Hat with Curved Brim","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"267\"\u003eCarriston Classic black wool felt bowler hat with a traditional British shape, finished with a rounded dome crown, curved brim, and black grosgrain ribbon with bow detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"287\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"285\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"429\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"311\"\u003eMaterial: 100% Pure Wool felt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"312\" data-end=\"336\"\u003eCrown height: 11.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"356\"\u003eBrim width: 5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"374\"\u003eColour: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"413\"\u003eHatband: Grosgrain ribbon with bow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"413\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRemovable Feather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"447\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"445\"\u003eSize Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"448\" data-end=\"513\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"448\" data-end=\"459\"\u003eS: 55cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"460\" data-end=\"471\"\u003eM: 57cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"483\"\u003eL: 59cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"496\"\u003eXL: 61cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"513\"\u003eXXL: 62cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BOW539BLK","offers":[{"title":"Small \/ Black","offer_id":56833698791769,"sku":"BOW07BLK-S","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Black","offer_id":56833698824537,"sku":"BOW07BLK-M","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Black","offer_id":56833698857305,"sku":"BOW07BLK-L","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"X-Large \/ Black","offer_id":56833698890073,"sku":"BOW07BLK-XL","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"XX-Large \/ Black","offer_id":56833698922841,"sku":"BOW07BLK-XXL","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/1345\/9289\/files\/classic-black-bowler-hat-with-curved-brim-8625180.jpg?v=1773372682"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/1345\/9289\/collections\/bowler-hats-5069184.jpg?v=1773372564","url":"https:\/\/carristonhat.com\/collections\/bowler-hats.oembed","provider":"CARRISTON","version":"1.0","type":"link"}