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20 Sun Hats From Amazon That Make Sun Protection Look So Good

Stay shady, friends.

By Bianca Rodriguez and Meg Donohue
woman wearing a gucci sun hat
BRIGETTE CLARK

Can you feel it? Summer is (nearly) here and the sun is shining. On that note, however, May is melanoma and skin cancer awareness month, which means it’s time for major sun protection. While dousing ourselves in our favorite sunscreens is always a good idea, we also recommend taking it one step further with a sun hat. A godsend already on days when your hair is simply not up to par, the right sun hat can be stylish, keep you cool, and shield your skin. If the brim is wide enough, it’ll shield your ears, neck, and shoulders, too.

There are a lot of options on the market, and the only thing you should be wading through this summer is crystal blue waters. So, leave the picking and choosing up to us. We found 20 of the best sun hats from Amazon to help make the journey to ultimate sun protection a little bit easier. There’s a style for everyone, from summer classics like the straw hat to year-round favorites like the infamous bucket style.

Ahead, check out our favorite sun hats from Amazon to wear on your next beach vacation and anywhere else you’re headed this summer.

Fun Print

Lack of Color Wide-Brimmed Cotton Canvas Bucket Hat

Wide-Brimmed Cotton Canvas Bucket Hat
Fun Print

Lack of Color Wide-Brimmed Cotton Canvas Bucket Hat

$129 at Amazon

Lack of Color’s wide-brimmed floral bucket hat was worn by everyone last summer. We wouldn’t be mad if history repeated itself with this year’s abstract green print.

Customer review: “Really cute, perfect summer hat to help shield against the sun.”

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Patchwork Knit

Peoaieh Floral Crochet Hat

Floral Crochet Hat
Patchwork Knit

Peoaieh Floral Crochet Hat

If 2023 feels like the year of the crochet, that’s because it is. From the runaways to your favorite celebrities, everyone seems to be donning their best knits. What better way to hop on the train than with this cute crochet hat?

Customer review: “Obsessed with the colors, the way it fits, and feels. It’s exactly like the picture and exactly what I expected so I’m more than happy with that. I’ve gotten sooo many questions and compliments on this hat whenever I wear it. Buy it now!!!! You’ll be obsessed!”

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A classic style so versatile you’ll want to buy one for you and your beau.

Customer review: “Hats are kinda like sunglasses…or jeans. They are not created equal and they don’t look good on everybody. But this hat is designed really nice. I’ve had compliments while wearing this hat, which never happens when I’m wearing other hats. Better get the hat.”

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Shabby Chic

boderier Cotton Bucket Hat

Cotton Bucket Hat
Shabby Chic

boderier Cotton Bucket Hat

A tried and true classic: the bucket hat. This wide-brim option comes in seven other hues if you’re feeling colorful.

Customer review: “Bought for an eight-day cruise but I’ll be wearing it all summer.”

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She’s a Rainbow

Adela Boutique Foldable Wide Brim Colorful Crochet Straw Hat

Foldable Wide Brim Colorful Crochet Straw Hat
She’s a Rainbow

Adela Boutique Foldable Wide Brim Colorful Crochet Straw Hat

Why would you want to taste the rainbow when you could wear it?

Customer review: “This gave me the sun coverage I expected on the back of my neck and face. It is bright, colorful, and well-stitched. The fold marks from initial packaging were hard to get removed even after several soakings. Hat was easy and lightweight to pack.”

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Classic Structure

L*Space Dean Hat

Dean Hat
Classic Structure

L*Space Dean Hat

You can’t go wrong with a structured straw hat. This particular option will look good poolside with a drink in hand.

Customer review: “Perfect hat!! Gorgeous! Love! Fits great. Has an an adjustable band inside to fit any size”

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Suave in Straw

Brixton Joanna Hat

Joanna Hat
Suave in Straw

Brixton Joanna Hat

Now 23% Off

Found: a hat that will look just as good at the beach as it would at a laid-back soirée with friends.

Customer review: “I have looked endlessly for a nice fitting hat and this did not disappoint!! The fit is great, it feels comfortable and the length of the brim is perfect for actually shading my face and neck from the sun.”

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Travel Friendly

Madewell Packable Visor

On Sale
Packable Visor
Travel Friendly

Madewell Packable Visor

A visor that’s both sporty and beachy. Talk about a win-win.

Customer review: “I really like Madewell products and thought this looked perfect. The color matches, it’s good quality and fits great (adjustable). My only concern is that I wish the brim was more sturdy.”

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Back to Black

rag & bone Addison Baseball Cap

Addison Baseball Cap
Back to Black

rag & bone Addison Baseball Cap

A high-end take on the classic baseball cap, you’ll want to wear this one year-round.

Customer review: “Perfect fit and very comfortable. Bill length is just right... Not too short or too long.”

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Fedora-ble

Lanzom Panama Fedora Beach Hat

On Sale
Panama Fedora Beach Hat
Fedora-ble

Lanzom Panama Fedora Beach Hat

Now 13% Off

The classic fedora feels new with a black ribbon addition that’ll be a charming touch to your beach-day look.

Customer review:This hat is perfect for every day as well as the beach! I didn’t think the brim would be wide enough to shade my face and neck but it does.”

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Best-Selling Visor

Simplicity UPF 50+ Wide Brim Roll-up Straw Sun Visor

On Sale
UPF 50+ Wide Brim Roll-up Straw Sun Visor
Best-Selling Visor

Simplicity UPF 50+ Wide Brim Roll-up Straw Sun Visor

A summer getaway in your future? Opt for this easy-to-roll visor that can pack tightly alongside your bikinis and sandals in your go-to weekender bag.

Customer review: “Great purchase! Stays on my head even in the high wind at the beach! Nice sun coverage of my face and shoulders! Very happy I bought this hat!”

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Ribbon Tie

Generic Women Raffia Wide Brim Boater Hat

Women Raffia Wide Brim Boater Hat
Ribbon Tie

Generic Women Raffia Wide Brim Boater Hat

You, too, can live out your Regency-era dreams with this straw hat adorned with a ribbon chinstrap.

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She Sells Seashells

Generic Seashells Beaded Beach Hats with Chain

Seashells Beaded Beach Hats with Chain
She Sells Seashells

Generic Seashells Beaded Beach Hats with Chain

In this hat, you are the epitome of coastal grandmothers.

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Floral Knit

ZLYC Crochet Bucket Hat

Crochet Bucket Hat
Floral Knit

ZLYC Crochet Bucket Hat

Not all summer days are equal. On those rare cooler nights, this thick crochet bucket hat will keep you a little bit warmer.

Customer review: “I love the fit on this hat! It has a good stretch to it! I put a wig on and it definitely didn’t feel too tight. Also the hat goes back to its natural state when you take it off.”

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Messy Bun Friendly

C.C Wide Brim Floppy with Ponytail Hole

Wide Brim Floppy with Ponytail Hole
Messy Bun Friendly

C.C Wide Brim Floppy with Ponytail Hole

Hair up, face covered. That’s the ultimate way to stay cool in the sun.

Customer review: “This hat is floppy but flops just right to keep the nape of my neck and my ears shaded. The keyhole lets my low bun slip through, and that holds the hat on, even in a breeze.”

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Trucker Style

FitCrush Lifestyle Vintage Patch Trucker Hat

Vintage Patch Trucker Hat
Trucker Style

FitCrush Lifestyle Vintage Patch Trucker Hat

The Y2K revival is alive and well. Trucker hats are no exception.

Customer review: “This product arrived in good condition, it was packed properly so the hat was in great shape when it arrived. It was as pictured and clearly made of quality materials.”

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Large & In Charge

San Diego Hat Company Ultrabraid X-Large Brim Hat

Ultrabraid X-Large Brim Hat
Large & In Charge

San Diego Hat Company Ultrabraid X-Large Brim Hat

Now 15% Off

Your favorite beach cover-up and this oversized straw hat would make a great pair.

Customer review: “They really do offer so much sun protection. I have 4 of them now, two for everyday outdoor use and two to keep good and clean for going out. When you wear them, you kinda feel like a work of art, they are very pretty and add a touch of beauty and sophistication to any outfit.”

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Lacey Details

GEMVIE Sun Hat with Chin Strap

Sun Hat with Chin Strap
Lacey Details

GEMVIE Sun Hat with Chin Strap

Pair this lovely straw bucket hat with a straw beach bag for the perfect summer look.

Customer review: “Beautiful, elegant, well-made but the sun gets through.”

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Denim Diva

GuanGu Cotton Canvas Bucket

Cotton Canvas Bucket
Denim Diva

GuanGu Cotton Canvas Bucket

A denim-on-denim combo that makes Justin and Britney circa 2001 look ultra tame.

Customer review: “Luv the different blue Jean colors of this hat and the design. It goes with just about everything and fits well on an average size head. Would definitely buy again.”

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Sporty Shade

CAMOLAND Large Brim Beach Cap

Large Brim Beach Cap
Sporty Shade

CAMOLAND Large Brim Beach Cap

Keep the sun off your nose with this oversized, two-toned visor.

Customer review: “This is a lifesaver. I take it everywhere with me because I have migraine and photophobia and it has helped me on my journey of healing so much I will buy over again.”

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Bianca Rodriguez
Fashion & Luxury Commerce Manager

Bianca Rodriguez is the Fashion & Luxury Commerce Manager at Hearst Magazines, covering fashion, beauty, and more for Cosmopolitan, Elle, Esquire, Harper’s BAZAAR, and Town & Country. She likes lounging about with a good book and thinks a closet without platform sneakers is a travesty.

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Associate Fashion Commerce Editor

Meg is the Associate Fashion Commerce Editor at ELLE.com where she researches trends, tests products, and looks for answers to all your burning questions. She also co-writes a monthly column, Same Same But Different. Meg has previously written for Cosmopolitan and Town & Country. Her passions include travel, buffalo sauce, and sustainability. She will never stop hoping for a One Direction reunion tour.

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