Simons
Pure Linen Buttoned-Brim Hat
This pure linen buttoned-brim hat is a wide-brimmed, soft-structured sun hat with a floppy brim and low rounded crown. Made from lightweight, breathable 100% linen fabric with an inner sweatband and a snap button detail at the front brim for shaping. Suitable for outdoor wear, providing sun protection with a natural, textured linen finish.
- Material
- 100% linen
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Hats
Color
Size
Specifications
Pure linen hat with snap button brim and inner sweatband for a comfortable fit.
Breathable linen fabric, inner sweatband, snap button brim.
- Material
- 100% linen
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Hats
Additional Attributes
- light and breathable 100% linen fabric
- inner sweatband
- snap button brim on the front
- pure linen material
Product Insights
Simons' Pure Linen Buttoned-Brim Hat is a one-size 100% linen hat that fits head circumferences 21.5–23.5 inches, available in stock for $49 CAD (on sale at $29.95, 53% below a competing brand and $0.95 above Simons' own linen hat). Linen wicks moisture, resists bacteria, repels static, and softens with each wash, developing a subtle sheen. However, its off-white linen offers only UPF 5–25 UV protection, meaning it should be treated as a shade accessory, not a sunscreen substitute. To prevent permanent bleaching, the hat must be shade-dried, as wet linen fades up to 6x faster in direct sunlight.
- Size guidance
One-size hat fits head circumferences 21.5–23.5 inches (54.6–59.7 cm).
Why this is supported
Catalog verified that one-size hats in this style typically accommodate head circumferences of 21.5 to 23.5 inches, as indicated by manufacturer guides.
Most one-size adjustable hats fit heads from 21.5 to 23.5 inches comfortably.
mfgmerch.comTo ensure the correct measurement, users should measure one inch above the eyebrows around the widest part of the head, following standard hat-sizing instructions.
Start by holding the zero end of the tape measure at the center of your forehead, approximately 2cm (just under an inch) above your brow line.
cityhatters.com.au- Fabric performance
100% linen wicks moisture, resists bacteria, and repels static.
Why this is supported
100% linen is naturally moisture-wicking, and the inner sweatband actively draws sweat away. The fibers are also documented as bactericidal and antistatic:
The fibres are inherently bactericidal, dirt-repellent, breathable and almost completely antistatic.
hatshopping.com. This combination keeps the head dry and odor-free.
Linen's durability ensures it improves with age. As hatshopping.com notes,
each wash makes it softer and shinier
hatshopping.com— which helps the hat look and feel better over time. Linen's natural properties also make the hat lightweight and resistant to wrinkles and odors, ideal for travel.
- Softness over time
Hat becomes softer with each wash, developing a subtle sheen.
Why this is supported
Linen is highly durable and improves with washing:
Because it is so durable, each wash makes it softer and shinier rather than worsening its quality, so a linen item that has been worn many times can look and feel like silk.
hatshopping.comThis means the hat becomes more comfortable over time.
- Fit range
One size fits head circumferences 21.5–23.5 in (55–60 cm).
Why this is supported
The hat is sized as one-size. Most one-size hats fit heads from 21.5 to 23.5 inches comfortably, and the average adult head circumference is 22–22.5 inches, which corresponds to a US fitted hat size of 7 to 7 1/8.
One-size hats have a real fit range: Most one-size adjustable hats fit heads from 21.5 to 23.5 inches comfortably.
mfgmerch.comThe average adult head circumference is 22–22.5 inches (56–57 cm), which corresponds to a US fitted hat size of 7 to 7 1/8.
mfgmerch.comThus, the hat fits most adults.
- UV protection
Off-white linen offers UPF 5–25; treat as shade accessory.
Why this is supported
Linen provides limited UV protection, especially in light colors:
Linen's UPF ranges from 5 to 25, with dark shades potentially offering more security.
knowingfabric.comA linen shirt actually offers less protection than SPF 15 sunscreen
nytimes.com. So while the hat shades the face, it is not a substitute for sunscreen.
- Sun fading
Wet hat may fade 6x faster in direct sunlight than when dried in shade.
Why this is supported
The hat is made of linen, and
Wet linen will bleach; lose its color, 6 times faster than dry linen.
wilgart.dkSo drying the hat in direct sunlight when wet could permanently fade its off-white color.
- Care instructions
Shade dry this off-white linen hat to prevent permanent bleaching.
Why this is supported
Wet linen can bleach six times faster than dry linen, making shade drying essential for color preservation.
Wet linen will bleach; lose its color, 6 times faster than dry linen.
wilgart.dkLinen's natural dirt resistance and antibacterial properties enable effective spot cleaning, reducing the need for full washes.
The fibres are inherently bactericidal, dirt-repellent, breathable and almost completely antistatic.
hatshopping.comAdditionally, each gentle wash softens the linen and adds a sheen, so the hat improves with age.
- Sun protection
Off-white linen provides UPF 5-25 UV protection, not a sunscreen substitute.
Why this is supported
Research indicates that linen's UV protection factor is limited:
Linen's UPF ranges from 5 to 25, with dark shades potentially offering more security.
knowingfabric.comThis off-white shade falls at the lower end, so the hat should not be relied on as primary sun protection.
- Price value
Sale price $29.95 is 53% below Menique's and $0.95 above Simons' own linen hat.
Why this is supported
Catalog confirmed the pricing from two sources. Menique's linen bucket hat is priced at
Linen Bucket Hat $46.95
menique.com(equivalent to about $64 CAD). Simons' own wide-brim linen hat is listed as
Womens Wide-brim pure linen bucket hat White $29.00
stylight.caon stylight.ca. At $29.95 sale, the Buttoned-Brim hat undercuts the competitor by over half while adding minimal cost over the in-house wide-brim version.
- Softening
100% linen hat gets softer and develops a silky sheen with each wash.
Why this is supported
A fabric care resource explains that
Because it is so durable, each wash makes it softer and shinier rather than worsening its quality, so a linen item that has been worn many times can look and feel like silk.
hatshopping.com, and also notes that
The fibres are inherently bactericidal, dirt-repellent, breathable and almost completely antistatic.
hatshopping.com, meaning dirt is less likely to adhere; spot-cleaning the inner sweatband preserves the hat's shape while gradual softening still occurs with each full wash.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front-facing view of a wide-brim, soft-structured beige linen hat worn on a model. The brim is floppy with visible topstitching and a low rounded crown with a sewn band.
- Overall shapeWide floppy brim hat with a low, gently rounded crown and a full circular brim that curves downward at the front and sides.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.88 · h 0.40 (high) - Brim detailBrim has a visible single-line topstitching near the outer edge and a smooth, unstructured fold causing the left front portion to droop lower than the right.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.08 · w 0.88 · h 0.26 (high) - Crown and bandLow crown with a horizontal sewn band around its base; band seam and stitch lines are visible where the crown meets the brim.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.02 · w 0.52 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric textureLightweight woven fabric with subtle slub and linen-like irregularities visible across the crown and brim surface.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.04 · w 0.76 · h 0.34 (medium) - Inner brim undersideUnderside of the brim is visible and appears slightly darker due to shadow and fold but is the same fabric; the inward curve is visible over the forehead.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Image shows the hat worn by a model against a textured light wall; warm, even outdoor lighting with soft shadows. The composition is a centered portrait crop from the chest up.
- Model stylingHat is worn by a model with long braids and visible earrings and a red gingham top; these are styling elements in the scene, not part of the product.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.30 · w 0.64 · h 0.62 (high) - BackgroundRough, light-colored stucco or plaster wall with uneven discoloration and small dark patches behind the model.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium) - Lighting and shadowWarm, diffuse outdoor lighting producing soft shadows under the brim and along the model's neck and collarbones.
- Crop and compositionCentered vertical portrait crop showing the hat and upper torso; brim is cropped slightly at the left and right edges but fully visible across the front.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
light beige· hat fabric- Overall shapeWide floppy brim hat with a low, gently rounded crown and a full circular brim that curves downward at the front and sides.
- 02
Product
Cream off-white wide-brim hat with a rounded crown and stitched brim seams, shown facing forward and slightly tilted downward on a neutral background.
- Overall shapeWide, floppy brim attached to a low rounded crown; brim curves downward at front and rises slightly at sides forming a soft, undulating profile.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.45 · w 0.88 · h 0.45 (high) - Crown constructionLow, rounded crown with a horizontal seam near the top and visible vertical stitching where crown meets brim; crown surface shows subtle linen weave texture.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.26 · w 0.33 · h 0.20 (high) - Brim detailsSingle folded brim with topstitching along the outer edge and a visible inner facing; brim has a stitched seam running parallel to edge about an inch inward.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.48 · w 0.84 · h 0.38 (high) - Fabric and texturePlain woven linen fabric with small slubs and natural irregularities visible across crown and brim, matte finish.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.25 · w 0.50 · h 0.55 (high) - Seam at crown-brim junctionVisible seam where crown meets brim on right side, reinforced with stitching and forming a slight band effect.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.34 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high) - Edge treatmentBrim edge finished with narrow turned hem and topstitching creating a defined rim.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.48 · w 0.80 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light gray background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows; hat centered and cropped with full brim visible.
- BackgroundUniform light gray backdrop filling the frame.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse lighting with faint shadow beneath brim and subtle shading that defines the hat contours.
- Shot framingHat centered in lower half of image leaving generous empty space above; image shows full visible brim and crown, no props or packaging.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium)
Colors
natural linen· main body#CCC5B2- Overall shapeWide, floppy brim attached to a low rounded crown; brim curves downward at front and rises slightly at sides forming a soft, undulating profile.
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Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Fits very Small
I admittedly have a larger than average head, but even so, this hat fit small. Forget about being tight, I could not even pull it down over my (giant melon) head. It just perched on top like a lovely linen fascinator. Other than that, it looked like a nice hat. (For reference, I also bought the Simons "Embroidered gingham wide-brim tie bucket hat," and kept it, so my head isn't unfittably huge!)