It's getting warmer, and the sun is becoming more intense. It's high time to think about sun protection. We usually only remember about children, but adults are also exposed to the harmful effects of sunlight. Headwear is an essential element needed in summer. This season, we suggest light and fashionable women's hats – see if they're worth choosing.

Fashionable women's looks with a hat

Hats are closely tied to fashion history. In the past, an elegant outfit was unimaginable without this element. Winter models that protected against the cold, and summer ones that shielded delicate skin from the sun – hats were valued and important as an outfit accessory. The trend for hats faded in the second half of the twentieth century, but today colourful hats are a way to stand out from the crowd and create a really interesting look. This summer, it's worth choosing an original summer women's hat that will enhance any look, even a simple and minimalist one.

Summer women's hats – are they worth taking to the beach?

A hat will add a touch of nonchalance and make you feel special on holiday. It can be worn on any occasion – for a walk, shopping, and also for everyday city looks. However, summer women's hats not only provide a fashionable look on holiday, but are above all practical. It's worth wearing them when spending time outdoors. A women's beach hat will be a perfect addition for an afternoon by the sea or lake. It has plenty of advantages:

• a summer women's hat primarily serves a protective function. It protects the head from harmful UV radiation
• it protects the head from overheating and high temperatures, which can be very dangerous for health and can even lead to sunstroke,
• beach hats also shield the eyes from the sun,
• a sun hat will also help keep hair in good condition by protecting the scalp from drying out.

Of course, appearance can't be overlooked either, as a hat adds originality, a light character, and holiday ease. It's definitely worth taking one to the beach, especially if you're planning a full day out.

Wide-brimmed women's hats

Among hats, you can find various models – women's hats with a small brim, straw models, or a hat with a wide brim. And it's the latter that we especially recommend for holidays. Not only will it add a bit of mystery during an evening walk on the beach, especially paired with dark sunglasses, but it will also perform best for this purpose. A wider brim better protects not only the head but also the eyes, allowing you to quietly read a book. The neck and nape will also be well protected in such a sun hat. These are particularly sensitive areas that we often forget about during sunbathing, and the skin there needs special protection in summer. So if you're going on holiday, a wide-brimmed hat will be a good choice.

Beach and sun hats – what to pay attention to?

A women's beach hat should meet a few conditions to be the best choice for you. It's worth paying attention to a few things: the brim size (wide-brimmed women's hats are best for the beach), the type of material the hat is made of (light and breathable natural materials, such as cotton or muslin, will be best. A good example is the pink muslin wide-brimmed women's hat. The right size also matters (the hat shouldn't fall off, but also shouldn't be too tight – an adjustable model, e.g. with an elastic band, is a good solution). A beach hat, as well as other summer hats, can also be made from a material with a UV filter, such as the periwinkle wide-brimmed women's hat, which will then provide even better sun protection.

Women's summer hats in beautiful colours will add charm to every woman. Choose the model that best suits your taste, browse looks with a hat and get inspired. This small accessory can transform your summer image. A light fabric hat won't take up much space in your suitcase, so it's worth taking along to enjoy sunny days on holiday.