The fedora, often associated with mobsters, originally held significance as a representation of the Women’s Rights Movement. Initially, the fedora was designed as a hat for women and gained popularity through the influential actress Sarah Bernhardt, who was known for her cross-dressing roles. Making its debut in 1882 as women’s headwear, the fedora quickly became a fashion staple among women, particularly those advocating for women’s rights.
Hat-makers in the 19th century regularly…
Hat-makers in the 19th century regularly used mercury in the manufacturing of felt hats, which caused a high rate of poisoning and led to neurological damage like slurred speech, memory loss, and tremors. This was the inspiration for the Mad Hatter character in Alice in Wonderland.
The post Hat-makers in the 19th century regularly… appeared first on Crazy Facts.
Sea urchins will pick up objects…
Sea urchins will pick up objects and wear them as hats…and one aquarium enthusiast decided to 3D-print mini cowboy hats and viking helmets to accommodate them.
The post Sea urchins will pick up objects… appeared first on Crazy Facts.
Mexican vaqueros used to sport hatbands called “galóns” on their sombreros…
Mexican vaqueros used to sport hatbands called “galóns” on their sombreros. A “10 galón” was a hat large enough to hold 10 hatbands. It is believed that American cowboys may have anglicized the word “galón” and thus, started referring to their own sombrero-inspired headgear as “10-gallon hats.”