Montera Picona

The second overseas donation from Rosa.  The Montera Picona is the traditional Asturian hat, made of dark wool and worn by men. It features a pointed tip that was once used to cover the face against the cold, though it is now largely ornamental.

 From the side you can better see the blue and yellow ornamentation.  Blue and yellow are the colors of the Asturian flag and coat of arms.

Tiny Sombrero

Cleopatra

The first donation to come from overseas.  Rosa generously sent this from Spain.

Sombrero

Donated by Jared

Giant Straw Hat

Conical Hat

A Vietnamese Nón lá.  There is a Vietnamese woman who works in my building.  This made her very happy.

Patriotic

Borrowed from the womanfriend’s father. This hat is not made out of cotton in any way shape or form.