I don’t travel anywhere without a sun hat. I’m all about getting vitamin D, but I’m also really mindful about sun safety. Whether I’m headed to the beach, packing for a trip, or just going to the park with my boys, you’ll catch me wearing a hat. Looking for the best packable sun hats for travel? These foldable, wide-brimmed hats are perfect for stylish sun protection. You can pop them in your suitcase or bag, and they won’t take up too much space. These are the best stylish and affordable packable sun hats for travel.
Best Packable Sun Hats for Travel & Beach Days
1. Women’s UPF50 Travel Foldable Brim Summer Hat
3. This Bucket hat is perfect for outdoor lovers. It’s easy to fold and pack.
5. Floppy hat
What to Look for in a Packable Sun Hat
If you’re traveling to a warm destination, it’s nice to have a few options. I always look for packable wide-brim hats that won’t lose their shape after being stuffed in your suitcase for hours. Check the SPF/UPF rating and look for breathable material. The wider the brim, the more protection for your face. A visor is nice because you can still wear a high ponytail, but I really like bucket hats and floppy hats.
This packable straw visor is perfect for vacation. It features a super wide brim. Wear it to the beach with your favorite cover-up.
A straw hat or wide-brimmed beach hat is an essential piece for your vacation wardrobe.
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My Top Picks for Beach Holidays
Lack of Color is one of my favorite hat brands, and I always wear either the straw hat (seen in the photo) or this bucket hat. I love that I can easily fold it into my purse, and it stays on even during windy days.
Bucket hats are cute, stylish, and easy to pack. Wear it to the beach or pool and toss it in your travel bag for easy transport.
READ: Lack of Color Hats Review
Some of these styles have sold out, so I’ve listed the brand name below.
Top row: Madewell
Middle: Coal Headwear | Backcountry
How to Choose The Perfect Sun Hat
- When choosing a stylish hat for sun protection, check the sun protection factor (SPF).
- Look for durable styles with breathable materials so they can keep up with you on your travels.
- Make sure the hat fits properly. If it’s too big, you don’t want to keep readjusting it, and you can risk losing it if it gets too windy.
How to Pack a Sun Hat for Travel
The best way to pack a sun hat without crushing it is to wear it on your head. If you don’t want to wear it at the airport, a hat holder is really convenient. This hat clip will help keep your hat in shape, and it easily secures your hat to your bag.
If you must pack it in your case, turn your hat upside down in your suitcase and fill the inside with your socks or clothes to avoid getting any creases. You’ll want to pack other items around it to help maintain its shape.
Roll it. A packable sun hat is easy to roll and store in your luggage or case. Most will pop back into shape once you take them out.
Fold it. Bucket hats are easy to travel with because you can fold them and pop them into your tote bag.
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Great tips!❤️