Although the bowler hat became the essential headgear of the City gent in the 20th century, it was first designed as practical wear for game keepers on a country estate. This millinery history explains the background and social significance of 50 famous British hats, including the flat cap, the bearskin, the Tam o’Shanter and the pith helmet.
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