Bailey Hats Fedoras & Trilbies | Tharp

A Shantung ‘Straw’ Hat Is Made From High Performance Paper Rolled Into A Fine Yarn And Then Woven, A Process Perfected By The Japanese In 610 A.D. This Lighter Yet Very Strong ” Offered A Perfect Panama Alternative And Was Dubbed The “Shantung Panama.”Our Finely Woven Shantungs Are Glazed With Our Proprietary Litestraw® Finish To Provide A Supple Feel, Water Repellency And Enhanced Shape Retention. The Tharp Is A Classic Medium Brimmed Shape That Is Available With A Seasonal Array Of Band Colors.Made In The Usa With Globally Sourced Materials