Preserve the beauty of your Panama Hat.
Care and Lasting Elegance,
Each Bravo Hats creation is a handcrafted masterpiece. With proper care, you can maintain its shape, color, and texture impeccably for years. Follow our guidance to ensure your hat maintains its pristine appearance.
Our History
Panama Hat Care Guide
Preservation and longevity
With proper care, your toquilla straw hat can last for decades while maintaining its original beauty. Follow our recommendations to preserve this exceptional artisanal piece.
Proper Usage
To maintain the form and beauty of your toquilla straw hat over time, we recommend following these usage practices:
- •Always hold the hat by the brim, never by the crown, to preserve its structure
- •Avoid folding or crushing it when not in use to maintain its characteristic elegance
- •On windy days, consider a discreet hat holder to prevent damage
- •Avoid prolonged use in heavy rain or extreme humidity that may compromise the fiber
Expert Tip
To renew your hat, consider our restoration and reconditioning service, specially designed for high-quality toquilla straw hats. Our artisans can restore life and elegance to valuable pieces.
Care Guide
By Shade
To preserve the beauty and quality of your toquilla straw hat, we recommend following these specific tips according to the shade you have chosen.
- 1Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight to prevent yellowing
- 2Gently clean with a soft-bristled brush in the direction of the fiber
- 3Store in a cool, dry place, protected with a white cotton cloth
- 4For small stains, use a cloth slightly dampened with warm water
For specific inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact our customer service.
A well-cared-for hat is a legacy that endures through time
Fine Wool Felt Care
Structure, finish & presence
Wool felt holds its shape and develops character over time. With mindful handling, protecting it from crushing, excess heat, and moisture—your hat will keep a crisp silhouette and refined finish for years.
Daily wear
The crown and brim are structured surfaces,they define the presence of your hat. A few habits will preserve their line.
- •Handle mainly by the brim; avoid pinching or squeezing the crown, which can leave lasting creases in the felt
- •In light rain, shake off excess water and let the hat air, dry at room temperature—never on a radiator or in direct sun
- •Keep it away from prolonged high heat (car dashboards, racks near heaters) to reduce warping or shrinkage
- •When you set it crown-down, rest it on a clean, soft surface to protect the finish
Atelier note
Our wool felt hats are made with professional blocking and hand-finished in Ecuador, that foundation is what sets the crown and brim. If your hat needs a re-block or a refresh after travel, get in touch, we can guide you or arrange care through our workshop.
