Bucket Hats: The Summer Staple You Didn’t Know You Needed

Not quite as floaty as a beach hat, not as sporty as a baseball cap. The bucket hat was once considered a niche accessory, it’s now a must-have for fashion-forward dressers who want practical sun protection in combination with a stylish head-to-toe outfit. And if you didn’t think you were the “bucket hat type”? Good news: there are no rules. Read on for three simple ways to make this versatile headwear piece your own this summer.

For cool and collected evening style, pair a silk shirt with classic denim shorts and your go-to holiday sandals. Complete the look with this Gucci jacquard emerald green bucket hat, a statement piece that says you know exactly what you're doing when it comes to dressing, elevating what could have been a more basic outfit. Lean into the party mood with chunky gold jewellery that clinks when you dance, playful yet polished, and perfectly put together.

Featured: Gucci Bucket Hat, Loewe Blouse, Balmain Shorts, Chanel Necklace, Fendi x Sarah Coleman Baguette. Tiffany Ring Tiffany Snake Ring Chloe Sunglasses.

Raffia bucket hats have surged in popularity this summer, a structured nod to their floppier sunhat cousin, but with a more modern and stylish aesthetic. Boho-inspired style still steals the spotlight for sunny days, and this tasseled poncho paired with a delicate butterfly detailed Van Cleef & Arpels necklace sets just the right tone. Elevate the look with soft leather shorts and 80s-style round sunglasses for a feminine, carefree outfit that feels both nostalgic and now.

Featured: Chloe Sunset Bucket Hat, Chloe Tassel Knit Top, Saint Laurent Shorts, Chanel Sandals, Van Cleef & Arpels Necklace Mulberry Bracelet Hermès Cuff Bracelet Miu Miu Sunglasses. Salvatore Ferragamo Sacrf.

For a look that suits the more traditional bucket hat style, fall into playful "tomboy femme" fashion with this Christian Dior camouflage bucket hat. Pair it with a bold graphic tee and checked boxer-style shorts for a laid-back and confident vibe. Don’t stop at prints and colour, add texture with studded Valentino slides, and top it all off with a Louis Vuitton x Murakami Pochette for a final, playful spin.

Featured: Christian Dior Bucket Hat, Gucci x Disney Top, Gucci Checked Shorts, Valentino Slides, Louis Vuitton x Murakami PochetteTiffany Bead Bracelet Hermès Small Kelly Cuff Tiffany Heart Tag Bracelet Celine Triomphe Sunglasses.