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CHAOS HATS, FJÄLLRÄVEN, KELTY, MOUNTAIN KHAKIS via GIPHY source redditt.com top pick-raw edge fedora-woven faux leather band Bump up the lids...you're a grown-up so why not lose the caps of team spirit-and opt for more sophisticated style of summery fedoras, panama, cowboy and lifeguard wide brim hats-made of woven materials, linen, paper and cotton- with sleek trim details. CHAOS HATS -has so many styles of toppers-impossible not to find at least three silhouettes that pack and wear easy-from crushable straw wovens with ribbon details like these unisex fedora shapes... wide brim structured and floppy hats for women

Part One FIVE TEN, CHAOS HEADWEAR, SANUK, TEVA, NATIVE SHOES The 'it' color story of summery attire -from sports performance kicks to luxury comfort sandals-is the absence thereof, really. Bold black and bright white tones-by themselves in as a fitting duo, nab the highest honors for footwear that functions - and pairs well with any attire-any occasion. Highlights:                                             via GIPHY Five Ten Approach shoes-double as sport worthy light hiking+casual kicks--- with that Adidas owned style cred going on too---versatile-and functional- that can grip boulders-indoors and out - cue the brand's proprietary Stealth rubber...as well as hug the wet sidewalks of a rainy city street, Fit note-for rock climbing-should be snug-for walking around-we ditch the socks for a looser fit. Pictured Urban Approach $80-perforated leather/canvas upper-sybthe...

Fluctuating and hotter Fall -Winter temps-changes up wardrobe needs-for half the year-and the easiest way to add some pizazz to any outfit--is with accessories...that provides just enough warmth- in case ... CHAOS HEADWEAR, GLERUPS, GIESSWEIN, APRILMARIN, COLDWATER CREEK via GIPHY source imgur.com

via GIPHY source:tumblr.com Summer sandy vistas or idyllic mountain views...both environments beg for durable outdoor gear, gadgets and human attire...that matches the heat, keeps out the undesirable elements...and even for die hard only wear black NYers... adds some color fun -for under the sun. KEEP A LID ON IT ...keep it cold too-fun colors for insulated drinks from GSI Outdoors: our favs-in the middle... Fairshare  Mug (hybrid mug -bowl) $10.95 with a screw top lid and sturdy handle, and Infinity Backpacker Mug-17oz made of durable, non-leaching 100% recyclable Infinity polypropylene with insulated sleeve-$9.95-far right dazzling color o p ti o ns (12!!!!) in all sizes of insulated 18/8 pro grade stainless steel, BPA free, durable sweat free powder coat finish-with TempShield™ protection= bottles-including sports and flex cap carry choices (for hydration, coffee), wide mouth options, plus the super cool growlers (beer portage made easy) by HydroF lask. h...

BAGGALLINI 's wall of bold colored BG Collection haulers- were stop in the aisle worthy...including this chic-practical  TEMPO bag ($88) that works as a gym bag as well as a travel staple. With oversized inside zip pouch for laundry or personals, toggle closure outer pocket (shoes, water bottle easy grabs) and roomy main compartment with key fob strap, and distinct style accents-like metal grommets on the sturdy webbing. Easy clean and water tough polyester fabric outer and pretty print lining. NICE!!!! Turtle Fur 's Tubular buff style and reg neck warmers-active sorts come in splashy artistic patterns...made of stretchy Comfort Shell Fun faux fur trapper styles-Turtle Fur Durable haulers made from proven Bi-Tech™ waterproof-abrasion resistant fabric-city worthy too-new B/W colors by Adventure Travel Specialists EAGLE CREEK 's  NO MATTER WHAT ™ collection...zipped totes...3 sizes $59, $69, $79. Sturdy top/side handles, #10 lockable self-repairing zippers...

OR/SL/NYC Year round protectors-hot hats are sun shielders and style statements -that come in so many materials and flattering shapes-there's a enhancing topper for everyone on planet earth...for every occasion. FOR travels and outdoor-active endeavors, hats that pack well and stand up to the elements...are delivering for Spring 2016-with sweet details, fun textiles and performance features...that keep wearer's actually cool -as well as looking cool. PISTIL DESIGNS woven rafia fedoras ad wide brims-have printed bands that pick up the color straws...and inside-comfy moisture wicking band... With dozens of sunny styles to chose from... Turtle Fur had a whole booth-including these these cool trucker  caps-with open weave black backs...with fashionable fronts-metal detail on  linen like uppers with embroidery flourish. wide brim trucker style cap hats flatter most face shapes...linen with metal detail and embroidery with open black mesh backs TURTLE FU...

Retail deliveries don't always coincide with fashion weeks -or the weather---which partially explains why we saw plenty of sunglasses and hats at the Fall shows last February-but a surprising lack of these accessory eye protector-head covering musts-during the most recent Spring shows. And so many designers license out their names for these high margin items too. Hmm. Other observations-of course, well crafted accessories are year round wearable...and some are available year round too. AND-less hype on one kind of wearable= the wearable techy 'stuff'-vs last season's shows...maybe the Apple watches-FitBits already garnered so much attention...the focus on the wrists seemed to us-to be on luxury watches that take oh- 1450+hours via hand wrought-highly skilled craftspeople-- to make--- vs 2 days for a smart watch via highly automated machine. OR think of it this way-a collectible piece vs replaceable one that needs an upgrade about a week after purchase. Some Hi...