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Bicolor Striped Fedora Panama Hat | The Capsule Collection

Bicolor Striped Fedora Panama Hat | The Capsule Collection

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$424.00 CAD
$424.00 CAD
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New Arrivals | The Capsule Collection

Introducing The Capsule Collection — a curated release of Panama hats defined by exclusivity, craftsmanship, and timeless design.

Produced in limited quantities, each piece reflects authentic artistry and refined detail, making every hat a distinctive expression of style.

Bicolor Striped Fedora Panama Hat

A refined take on a classic silhouette, this piece stands out through its bicolor striped weave in natural and coffee tones, bringing depth, texture, and a subtle sense of movement to the design.

Crafted in a regular brim fedora shape, it offers a balanced and versatile fit, while the brown ribbon enhances its warm, earthy character.

Elegant yet distinctive, this hat blends tradition with a more expressive aesthetic—perfect for those seeking a timeless style with a unique twist.

Craftsmanship & Details

  • Brand: Gamboa
  • Collection: The Capsule Collection (Limited Edition)
  • Model: Fedora
  • Color: Brown & Natural (Striped Bicolor)
  • Material: Toquilla Straw
  • Brim: Regular brim
  • Crown: Classic structured crown
  • Ribbon: Brown grosgrain
  • Origin: Handwoven in Cuenca, Ecuador

Each hat is individually handcrafted by skilled artisans, preserving traditional weaving techniques while incorporating distinctive design elements.

Why This Piece Is Special

  • Part of a limited capsule release
  • Unique bicolor striped pattern in coffee tones
  • Classic fedora with a distinctive twist
  • Rich texture and visual depth
  • Designed to elevate both casual and refined looks

Note: Each hat is handwoven using natural fibers. Slight variations in color, texture, and shape may occur, making every piece unique.

Which size should I choose?
We recommend using our size guide, where you’ll find measurements in centimeters and tips on how to properly measure your head. This will help you choose the size that fits you best.

If your exact size is not available, we recommend choosing the next size up. For example, if you are size 59 and the available options are 58 and 60, we suggest going with size 60 for a more comfortable fit. It’s always better for the hat to feel slightly loose than too tight, and you can use a hat size reducer for a more precise fit.

Our Artisans

The art of weaving a "Panama Hat" is both a legacy and a tradition: it is passed from generation to generation of artisans. These artisans work with outmost care so that straw tufts become very fine hats. The cycle is repeated, by generations in Cuenca, Montecristi and close by towns.

Our artisans focus their attention in the key elements that result in a top quality hat:

  • Quality of the "Toquilla" straw used: The artisans select the straw from specific varieties and treat it so as to ensure its flexibility and durability.
  • The skill and ability of each person who weaves the hat (always by hand).
  • The finish and the hat style.

Panama Hat History

The raw material for the elaboration of the famous Panama hat is the "Cardulovica Palmata" palm leaf, commonly known by the name of "Toquilla Straw".

This plant is grown mainly in the mountainous regions of the Ecuadorian Coast and in towns of Eastern Ecuador, specifically in the Manabí, Guayas, Esmeraldas and Morona Santiago provinces.

When the Spanish conquerors arrived to what nowadays are known as the provinces of Guayas and Manabí on the Ecuadorian coast, they observed native Indians using straw hats which covered their ears and necks. These hats looked like headdresses, similar to those used by the nuns or widows in Europe at the time. It is this similarity that gave the hats the name of "Toquillas" (headdress in Spanish) and resulted in the straw from which they were made to be called "Toquilla Straw".

According to the legend, this native hat obtained its name when Teddy Roosevelt participated in the inauguration of the Panama Canal (1913). During the event he received an Ecuadorian straw hat as a gift, and without knowing the true origin, he thanked his guests for the gift mentioning it as a "Panama Hat".

In the period from 1800 to 1900 the straw hat developed into a world know hat. It was a feature of historical episodes like the California Gold Fever and events such as the Paris Exhibition in 1900.

We know today that the "Panama Hat" is made in Ecuador with the secrets for the elaboration of the hat passing from generation to generation.

Each hat is unique, completely hand made, and thus it should be cared as a very special item.

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