The issue of wearing a hat indoors worries many. Not every person knows the answer to it, which would be correct. Some consider taking off their hats indoors as a stereotype. Somebody - right action. For many, at the sight of a man in a hat, the thought appears - an ill-mannered person.
According to etiquette, a man is required to take off his hat indoors. The woman is optional. So why is the wearing of a hat by a man in a room perceived by everyone with hostility? Some suggest that following the rules of etiquette is a personal choice for each person.
What will the person look like in the eyes of others? Why can't you wear a hat indoors?
Anyone who does not take off his hat indoors is sure that he is doing everything right. Ignoring general rules can put a person in front of others as an ill-mannered subject. Definitely will affect the attitude of other people towards him.
Slavic men believed that the headdress should be removed in the house, when meeting with another person, in the church. For them, this was the rule. Remember old movies. When entering someone's hut, the first thing a man did was to remove his headdress from his head. The poor man is a cap. Rich - a hat. In other layers, it was also the law. By the way, regardless of the weather.
If a person remained in a headdress, they looked at him as ignoring the rules accepted by everyone. The Christian church has famous message from the apostle Paul. He turns to the Corinthians and says something like this: that every man who prays or prophesies with his head covered puts her to shame.
Much later, each gentleman had to take off his headdress if there was a lady in the room. So he greeted her. He also behaved if there was a person next to him with more high position. In France in the 16th century to XVIII nobleman it was allowed not to take off the headdress, even for persons of royal blood. But this could be done for special services to the country.
The rules of etiquette of that time regulated who exactly could stay in the room with a hat. The masters of ceremonies knew this well, and taught other people. Ignoring the prescriptions was considered an insult to others. Disregard for the general rules could be a pretext for a duel.
Sometimes in the old days they said that they would throw hats. It's strange for us to hear this now. Suppose he threw his hat, so what? And if you remember the ancient warriors, and how heavy their helmet was. A little scary if you imagine that such a helmet will fly into you. It was a real weapon. It was filmed in front of the temple.
Here it is - a tradition, in these places to walk only with uncovered heads. In the old days, only the husband could see a woman's hair. Otherwise, she hid them. Therefore, in old films, we see women of the poor class in headscarves, rich women in hats.
There was a saying: "appeared for a hat analysis." So they said to the men who came late to the service in the church. They took off their caps in front of the temple. They threw them somewhere. And after the end of the service they dismantled. Here it is - "hat analysis".
The tradition has remained, and now entering the church, the premises, men always take off their hats. Gentlemen of the old school greet other people by raising their hats. It looks beautiful and solemn! It is a pity that this custom has sunk into oblivion!
A hat is one of those accessories that even the most elegant men often dread. If many people don’t dare to wear a bow tie because they don’t know how to tie it, then they don’t risk hats just because, in principle, few people wear them now, which means that there is always a danger of being branded, at best, a black sheep, at worst, an ignoramus.
But they don't wear it in vain. It is difficult to come up with a more suitable headdress for autumn than the good old felt hat. And straw is ideal for summer.
There are several main types of men's hats:
- The top hat is a hard brim hat with a flat top. At the time of Pushkin, only the aristocratic elite of society wore it, now it is the uniform of circus magicians and horse dressage athletes.
- A bowler hat is a solid men's hat with a round top and narrow brim. Bowler hats were invented by the British, but this hat also became part of American fashion in the 19th century.
- Fedora is a soft felt hat with a gathered ribbon around the top, invented in the 1880s and named after the operetta popular in those years. There are three “hollows” on the crown, so the hat can be easily lifted with three fingers. Fedora was worn by gangsters and Hollywood stars 1940s, as well as Frank Sinatra himself.
- Homburg - similar to a fedora, but there are no two depressions on the sides of the crown, and the fields are slightly bent up around the entire perimeter. Homburg is not as formal as the top hat, but more ornate than Fedora. Such hats were loved by politicians and diplomats in the 20th century, as well as by gangsters.
- Trilby - reminiscent of fedora and homburg, but less formal and associated with jazz culture. The crown of the trilby is deeply dented, and the front brim is slightly lowered.
- A boater is a French straw hard hat with a cylindrical top and straight brim. It has not lost popularity since the beginning of the 20th century.
- The cowboy hat was invented by John Stetson in the 1860s. It is still popular in the southwestern United States, northern Mexico and the western provinces of Canada. Is an attribute american cowboys and ranchers, as well as country music performers.
Nowadays, a hat is a stylish and elegant piece of clothing. As a rule, a hat is worn with a classic suit, although some types of hats look quite natural with jeans and a T-shirt.
Hat etiquette details
Women love them!
There is also a special hat etiquette when a man takes off his hat:
- During the sound of the anthem, men must take off their hats when raising the flag.
- At church, or during religious services, weddings, funerals (with the exception of a few denominations)
- When talking to a woman. Remaining at this point in the hat is considered rude and disrespectful.
- In a restaurant, during meals (in establishments fast food wearing a hat is acceptable).
- Indoors - in the theater, auditorium, workplace, etc. In lobbies and corporate elevators, you do not need to take off your hat - these places are equated to the street. When removing a fedora, one should not take on the fields, but on the very top of the head.
When a man lifts his hat:
Welcoming strangers and also to pay my respects. Acquaintances are usually greeted with a slight nod and a touch on the edge of the hat. The hat should be raised as a sign of gratitude and appreciation, and also if you are going to ask permission for something.
When can a man keep his hat on?
- During events on outdoors such as sporting events.
- In an elevator when there is no woman in it.
- During some religious ceremonies, men are required to wear a headdress.
- IN public buildings such as airport, hotel lobby, etc.
Accessories attached to the hat band should be on the left side. Although hat etiquette is a dying art, taking off your hat in an elevator when a lady is in it or when a woman enters the room you were in is the true act of a gentleman.
Men, wear hats - it's great!
This is interesting. "It's all about the hat" - why do they say that?
Why do we say "deal in the bag", meaning: everything is in order, the job is almost done?
There are several versions of the origin of the expression:
- Previously, officials who handled court cases took bribes in hats. If an official took a bribe, then the issue can be considered resolved.
- In the old days, when mail did not yet exist, documents were delivered by messengers. In order not to lose important papers, they sewed them under the lining of their caps or hats. Thus, the most important "things" were in the hats.
- Under Ivan the Terrible, some court cases were decided by lot, and the lot was drawn from the judge's hat. In other words, the whole thing was decided in a hat. This version is considered doubtful by many linguists: the word "hat" came into the Russian language a little later.
Hat etiquette, initially, was used as a way to show respect, reverence, reverence and was mandatory. Gradually, the worldview and the true purpose of the hats were revised, subjected to all sorts of changes. Now it can be considered as an individual choice of a person who wants to be attentive to the situation and the people around him. Hat etiquette is less strict in relation to women, although if the fair sex prefers a unisex headdress, then in this case she will have to follow stricter rules. If we talk about hat etiquette, then you can rather decide that all these are relics of the past, “old-fashioned” and “obsolete” rules. This is a matter of personal choice, to each his own. But whether you're of either gender, wearing a smart hat or a colorful headpiece, you can't avoid embarrassing situations if you don't know the etiquette to follow when wearing a headdress.
When a man takes off his hat:
During the sound of the anthem, men must take off their hats when raising the flag.
In church, or during religious services, weddings, funerals (with the exception of a few denominations) /
When talking to a woman. Remaining at this point in the hat is considered rude and disrespectful.
In a restaurant, while eating (it is acceptable to wear a hat in fast food establishments).
Indoors - in the theater, auditorium, workplace, etc. In lobbies and corporate elevators, you do not need to take off your hat - these places are equated to the street. When removing a fedora, one should not take on the fields, but on the very top of the head.
When a man lifts his hat:
Greeting strangers as well as to show your respect. Acquaintances are usually greeted with a slight nod and a touch on the edge of the hat. The hat should be raised as a token of gratitude and appreciation, and also if you are going to ask permission for something.
When can a man keep his hat on?
During outdoor activities such as sports events.
In an elevator when there is no woman in it.
During some religious ceremonies, men are required to wear a headdress.
In public buildings such as airport, hotel lobby, etc.
Important advice. Although hat etiquette is a dying art, taking off your hat in an elevator when a lady is in it or when a woman enters the room you were in is the true act of a gentleman.
“Wear your hat on one side, its slope will tell about your mood,” said Sinatra, and he himself used this technique with might and main. If you like this approach, follow the tips of Sinatra himself:
Move your hat back a little to look open and approachable. An open forehead speaks of your directness and, possibly, vulnerability.
Tilt your hat forward for an air of mystery. A man with a hat pulled down to his eyebrows always looks menacing.
Remember that a hat is not only a privilege, but also a responsibility. Putting it on your head, you take on a number of obligations that are attached to it. And although most of the rules of hat etiquette have passed into the category of anachronisms, they represent the philosophy of the hat. Following these simple rules, You demonstrate that a hat for you is not just a headdress, it is an attribute of masculinity and maturity. Hat etiquette is old good tradition which we inherited from our grandfathers. To comply with it or not is up to you, because etiquette is nothing more than a way to show your respect and attention to others.
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