1960s Boater Hat - Etsy。Vintage navy blue and white striped straw boater-style hat in navy and beige. Accented with a long ribbon. This is a vintage women\'s straw boater hat with a navy blue band, likely from the 1950s or 1960s, made for Gimbels. These types of hats are popular for sun protection during various outdoor activities like beach outings, garden parties, or race day events. Wide-brimmed straw sun hat featuring navy blue and white stripes. The hat is adorned with a large navy blue ribbon that ties in a bow at the back and drapes down the side. Hat Details Style: Floppy or wide-brimmed sun hat, some sources also mention a fedora shape for similar items. Material: made from a woven material it seems to be coated raffia woven straw, with polyester ribbon braid. Color: Features a classic navy blue and white striped pattern. Labeled from Gimbels, which was a prominent American department store chain that operated for over a century, from 1842 until 1987. The company was known for its famous rivalry with Macy\'s, which was often referenced in popular culture, including the film Miracle on 34th Street, and for creating the oldest Thanksgiving Day Parade in the United States. Gimbels Department Store Overview Founded: Adam Gimbel opened his first general store in Vincennes, Indiana, in 1842. Headquarters: The company moved its operations to Milwaukee in 1887 and then to Philadelphia in 1894, establishing its headquarters there. Excellent Pre-owned condition Non-smoking home