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  • Gabi Ponytail Fedora by Wallaroo Hat Company Safari Hat Wallaroo Hats
    Gabi Ponytail Fedora by Wallaroo Hat Company Safari Hat Wallaroo Hats

    Gabi Ponytail Fedora by Wallaroo Hat Company

    $ 61.00

    The Gabi Ponytail Fedora is thoughtfully designed for women who want sun protection without sacrificing their favorite hairstyles. A discreet openi...

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    $ 61.00
  • Petite Gabi by Wallaroo Hat Company Safari Hat Wallaroo Hats
    Petite Gabi by Wallaroo Hat Company Safari Hat Wallaroo Hats

    Petite Gabi by Wallaroo Hat Company

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    The Petite Gabi Ponytail Fedora offers a smart, comfortable solution for women with smaller head sizes who prefer wearing their hair up. A discreet...

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  • Victoria Cap - Wallaroo Hat Company Facesaver Hat Wallaroo Hats
    Victoria Cap - Wallaroo Hat Company Facesaver Hat Wallaroo Hats

    Victoria Cap - Wallaroo Hat Company

    $ 53.00

    Introducing the Victoria Cap, a brand-new addition to Wallaroo’s iconic Victoria collection. This innovative sun cap blends the comfort of a classi...

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    $ 53.00

Facesaver hats are designed to do exactly what the name promises: provide maximum sun protection for your face. This smart, flattering silhouette features a wide brim in the front and along the sides for serious coverage, then tapers to a narrow brim—or becomes brimless—in the back so it won’t interfere with your movement. The result is a sun-protective hat that feels lighter, cooler, and more practical for real life.

That back-friendly design makes Facesaver hats especially popular for golf, lounging in a chair, driving, and any activity where a full back brim can get in the way. Many styles also include a ponytail opening, making them ideal for women who want sun protection without flattening their hair or sacrificing comfort.

Available in versatile materials like straw, cotton, and lightweight performance fabrics, Facesaver hats make it easy to choose the right look and feel for your lifestyle—whether you’re traveling, staying active, or simply enjoying the outdoors. With clean, minimal embellishment and function-first details, Faces Saver hats are the perfect blend of sun-safe coverage and effortless everyday wearability.

Frequently Asked Questions about Facesaver Hats - Backless Sun Hats

What is a face-saver hat for women?

A face-saver hat features a wide front brim that tapers to a brimless or narrow brim back. This style is designed to protect the face while the backless or narrow brim back allows movement. Some styles designed with an opening the top and back of the hat to accommodate a ponytail or bun.

What kind of sun protection face saver hats offer?

Facesaver hats are designed to offer sun protection for the face. The brims are wide on the front and sides to block harmful UV rays. However, the brimless back does not provide sun coverage for the neck. This hat style is designed to offer comfort when lounging in a beach chair or driving a car, and creates room for ponytails. Using sunscreen is recommended even when wearing a hat, and especially on the exposed skin areas.

Do face saver hats adjust to different head sizes?

Most facesaver hats have adjustable closures. Backless hats with ponytail openings have a hook and loop closure that allows for reducing and increasing the size of the hat. When there is no ponytail opening, an inner drawstring provides a way to tighten the fit.

What are face saver hats made of?

This hat style is primarily made for summer wear to offer sun protection. They are made of natural straws, paper and polyester or cotton blend straws, polyester ribbon, or cotton. These materials are tightly braided or woven to prevent UV rays from passing through.

What outfits or activities are face-saver hats best for?

Face-saver hats are best for casual summer outfits and outdoor sport activities. They are commonly worn at the beach, while walking, gardening, traveling, or during poolside lounging where the brimless back allows more movement and functionality.