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Hats with Chin Cords and Chin Straps

  • Open Crown Palm Visor Hat with Chin Strap - Makai Hat Co Visor Cap Makai Hat
    Open Crown Palm Visor Hat with Chin Strap - Makai Hat Co Visor Cap Makai Hat MA137OS Natural M/L (57-59 cm)

    Open Crown Palm Visor Hat with Chin Strap - Makai Hat Co

    $ 34.00

    Catch sunny days in effortless style with this Open Crown Palm Visor Hat, where breezy coastal design meets dependable sun protection. Handcrafted ...

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    $ 34.00
  • Palm Fiber Baja Crusher Lifeguard Hat - Makai Hat Co Lifeguard Hat Makai Hat MA136sm Natural S/M (57 cm)
    Palm Fiber Baja Crusher Lifeguard Hat - Makai Hat Co Lifeguard Hat Makai Hat

    Palm Fiber Baja Crusher Lifeguard Hat - Makai Hat Co

    $ 43.99

    Meet your new poolside essential—a playful take on the classic lifeguard look. This handcrafted palm fiber crusher features the iconic double-hump ...

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    $ 43.99
  • Bugsy Lifeguard Hat for Small Heads - Makai Hats Lifeguard Hat Makai Hat
    Bugsy Lifeguard Hat for Small Heads - Makai Hats Lifeguard Hat Makai Hat MAK105OS Natural Small

    Bugsy Lifeguard Hat for Small Heads - Makai Hats

    $ 45.00

    Get kids and petite wearers ready for sunny adventures with the Bugsy Lifeguard Hat by Makai. Crafted from 100% rush straw, this lightweight and br...

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    $ 45.00
  • Under the Sea Lifeguard Hat for Small Heads - Makai Hats Lifeguard Hat Makai Hat
    Under the Sea Lifeguard Hat for Small Heads - Makai Hats Lifeguard Hat Makai Hat MAK102OS Natural Small

    Under the Sea Lifeguard Hat for Small Heads - Makai Hats

    $ 40.00

    Keep little ones protected and ready for adventure with the Under the Sea Lifeguard Hat for Small Heads by Makai. Crafted from 100% rush straw, thi...

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    $ 40.00
  • Quiver Lifeguard Hat with Tie-Dye Print Underbrim - Makai Hats Lifeguard Hat Makai Hat
    Quiver Lifeguard Hat with Tie-Dye Print Underbrim - Makai Hats Lifeguard Hat Makai Hat MA157OS2 Natural S/M

    Quiver Lifeguard Hat with Tie-Dye Print Underbrim - Makai Hats

    $ 45.00

    Stay cool, protected, and adventure-ready with this rush straw lifeguard hat, designed for maximum sun coverage and vibrant coastal style. Crafted ...

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    $ 45.00
  • Fern Lifeguard Hat with Tie-Dye Print Underbrim - Makai Hats Lifeguard Hat Makai Hat
    Fern Lifeguard Hat with Tie-Dye Print Underbrim - Makai Hats Lifeguard Hat Makai Hat MA154OS2 Natural S/M

    Fern Lifeguard Hat with Tie-Dye Print Underbrim - Makai Hats

    $ 45.00

    Stay cool, protected, and ready for any sunny adventure with this rush straw lifeguard hat, designed for maximum coverage and standout coastal styl...

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    $ 45.00
  • Surfs Up Lifeguard Hat for Small Heads - Makai Hats Lifeguard Hat Makai Hat
    Surfs Up Lifeguard Hat for Small Heads - Makai Hats Lifeguard Hat Makai Hat MAK104OS Natural Small

    Surfs Up Lifeguard Hat for Small Heads - Makai Hats

    $ 45.00

    Get kids and petite wearers ready for sunny adventures with the Surf Up Lifeguard Hat by Makai. Crafted from 100% rush straw, this lightweight and ...

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    $ 45.00
  • Watermelon Slice Lifeguard Hat for Small Heads - Makai Hats Lifeguard Hat Makai Hat
    Watermelon Slice Lifeguard Hat for Small Heads - Makai Hats Lifeguard Hat Makai Hat MAK106OS Natural Small

    Watermelon Slice Lifeguard Hat for Small Heads - Makai Hats

    $ 45.00

    Get kids and petite wearers ready for sunny adventures with the Slice Lifeguard Hat by Makai. Crafted from 100% rush straw, this lightweight and br...

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    $ 45.00

Enjoy the outdoors with confidence—even when the wind picks up—by choosing a hat with a secure chin strap. Chin straps help keep your hat comfortably in place during beach walks, boating, hiking, festivals, and travel, so you’re not constantly grabbing for it or worrying about it blowing away.

When you don’t need the hat on your head, the strap becomes a smart hands-free carry solution: simply push the hat off onto your back. It’s perfect for quick transitions between sun and shade (or when you step indoors), without having to hold your hat. When you do not need the chin strap, place it on the back of the brim and tighten it to stay. Chin straps are also useful to secure packable hats in place.

Chin straps are often made from materials that coordinate with the hat for a cohesive look, and they’re secured with durable, stylish hardware like leather loops, toggle locks, or wooden bead adjusters—small details that elevate both function and design. We also offer replacement toggle locks and replacement chin cords, so you can keep your favorite hat adventure-ready season after season.