The Belle is a reversible floppy hat. With a robust outer fabric and lighter inner fabric, the combination of weights gives the perfect floppy fall for this lazy day hat. Optional mini loop details for both inside and outside are included to hold ties that double as crown trim. You can have loops on both, one side, or none.

The brim bias edge trim makes an easy-to-achieve finish with a split edge so the bias safely frays. This technique means you can have either contrast or matching trim on both sides. 
Partial brim wire can be added if required to keep the brim out of your eyes without compromising the floppy hat's aesthetics. The notions include a few accessible wire options to make sourcing easier. 

FIT

Sized; XS - L  or 53 cm • 20 7/8" - 60.5 cm • 23 13/16"

The Belle is a soft-fitting hat; the higher crown is on the narrower side, with the brim point a softer fit. The tie can cinch in the brim for a firmer fit. Thicker fabric will shrink the head circumference slightly.

FABRIC

We recommend an outer fabric that is weighty, has no stretch, is 250 GSM +, and has a pliable finish to help craft the soft crown curves, cotton twill, denim, canvas. 
For the inner fabric, lighter, stable cotton is perfect - a minimum of 120 GSM. Avoid fabrics that tend to grow, like linen or cellulose-based fabrics. 

New, uncut paper pattern