National Hat Day 2025

National Hat Day takes place on January 15, 2025. A hat is a head covering. It can be worn for protection against the elements, for ceremonial or religious reasons, for safety, or as a fashion accessory. In the past, hats were an indicator of social status.

Extravagant hats were popular in the 1980s, and in the early 21st century, flamboyant hats made a comeback, with a new wave of competitive young milliners designing creations that include turban caps, trompe-l'oeil-effect felt hats and tall headpieces made of human hair.

Some new hat collections have been described as "wearable sculpture." Many pop stars, among them Lady Gaga, have commissioned hats as publicity stunts. (With material from: Wikipedia)

More dates:

• National Hat Day on Jan 15, 2026
• National Hat Day on Jan 15, 2027
• National Hat Day on Jan 15, 2028