Panama Hats
For the summer months Makers & Providers Melbourne, in collaboration with The Montecristi Hat Co, has a range of Panama hats which are handcrafted in Ecuador. Ecuador is to Panama Hats as Champagne is to sparkling wine. Our collection of authentic Panama Hats includes a range of varying styles, colours and sizes. All hats are non-gender styled and can be worn by men and women.
Panama Hats are woven from a natural palm fiber by hand. They are lightweight and breathe, so the perfect hat to wear in the hot Australian summer for sun protection, comfort and they look superb on. Each hat is unique due to its hand made nature and with time and wear they find their shape on your head and truly become yours.
Despite its name, the Panama Hat originates not from Panama but from Ecuador, where skilled artisans have been hand-weaving these timeless pieces for thousands of years. Each hat is crafted using traditional techniques passed down through generations, preserving the artistry and cultural heritage of the region. Made from the natural fibres of the Paja Toquilla plant (Carludovica Palmata) — a palm-like plant that grows exclusively in select areas of Ecuador below 1,000 metres — every hat embodies exceptional craftsmanship and natural elegance.
Experience the luxury of a genuine handwoven Panama Hat from Ecuador, made from sustainable materials and designed for lasting comfort and style.
