Bowlers were first worn in the 1840’s to solve the problem of top hats falling off while riding horseback. They were made with a rounded crown shape which was a protective and durable hat style. They were made like this to protect from low-hanging branches, as top hats were knocked off easily and damaged.
This bowler hat is made from a black felt material with a black satin band around the base. It would be ideal for dressing up as the comic actor Charlie Chaplin, as the iconic Mr. Men, or as Laurel and Hardy.
