How to style your hair with hats

Take it from those of us who live in less-than tropical climates: hats are essential for the fall/winter seasons. Designers from Akris to Maison Margiela love the statement accessory and you can’t deny this year’s renewed obsession with the ’90s bucket hat. And while we’ll happily wear the year-round accessory like a stylish anti-aging tool, there is one thing that gives us a hat-related pause: how to style your hair with hats.

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Tricky for any length or texture, we’ve thrown together a guide for how to best style your hair with hats. Stay clear of a bird’s nest situation with these fool-proof hat-friendly hairstyles.

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The messy side sweep. Keep things textured and natural for this one, by using a spritz of sea salt spray then finger-combing your hair to one side. Easy.

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The fishtail plait - this style is perfect for keeping hair smooth under a hat. Pull hair to one side and fish tail it to the bottom. Here's how.

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The up-do plait - if your hat sits higher on your head then this is the perfect style. Separate hair into two sections and plait. Then, wind each plait into an S-shape at the back of the head and pin into place. Finish with hairspray.

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The oversize bun - a more low-maintenace version of the up-do plait, this look is created by putting your hair into a low bun, then pulling sections outwards to add volume. Wind a spare section of hair around the bun to cover the hair-tie.

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The hippy waves - boho hats need a boho hairstyle. Plait your hair the night before to add subtle waves, then plait small random sections of hair and secure with a clear band. Peace out.

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