Stetson hats in raffia, toyo fiber, and striped linen: a selection of shapes for the warm months, chosen with the same curatorial logic that guides the entire accessories department of Pier Paolo Marotta. The catalog features the Diamond Raffia, Trilby Toyo, and Texas Linen Stripe models — compact shapes, a natural palette of beige and blue, and lightweight construction. No superfluous decorations: breathable materials and silhouettes that perform in both informal contexts and during travel.
The current selection features three summer hat styles, characterized by natural or semi-natural fiber materials and soft-brim construction.
Raffia is a vegetable fiber derived from the palm of the same name, woven into a lightweight and breathable crown. TheDiamond Raffiaby Stetson utilizes this fiber in a natural beige colorway, featuring a structured shape and medium brim. Among the four styles in the catalog, it offers the most visual character for sunny days: the diamond weave adds texture without increasing weight.
Toyo fiber is a semi-synthetic material engineered to simulate straw, offering a smoother surface and more stable shape retention than raw raffia. TheTrilby Toyo Beigefeatures a narrow brim snapped down at the front — the classic trilby geometry — in a uniform beige colorway. This is the most versatile silhouette in the selection, pairing effortlessly with linen chinos or a lightweight shirt.
TheTexas Linen Stripeis available in two colorways: striped blue and striped beige. The striped linen fabric offers a more sartorial aesthetic compared to straw or toyo versions: the brim is more structured, and the silhouette evokes a summer travel hat. Linen performs well in high temperatures and improves with age. The subtle striping balances the crown's volume without being overpowering.
The four models in the catalog are divided into two silhouette families:
The palette focuses on beige, natural, and blue — avoiding bright colors. This choice is consistent with a wardrobe built on neutrals and earth tones, integrating easily with the brands in the assortment: a blue Texas Linen Stripe pairs perfectly with a Chesapeake's shirt or Alberto Luti chinos.
Raffia is a natural vegetable fiber with an open weave: extremely lightweight, featuring visible texture and excellent ventilation. Toyo fiber is a cellulose-based material engineered to resemble straw, offering a more uniform surface and superior shape retention over time. The Diamond Raffia has a more rustic character, while the Trilby Toyo Beige is smoother and more stable in silhouette.
All four models currently available — Diamond Raffia, Trilby Toyo Beige, Texas Linen Stripe Blue, and Texas Linen Stripe Beige — are classified asCarry Over, meaning they are not tied to a single season but remain in the assortment while supplies last.
Toyo and linen shapes pair well with a medium-register wardrobe: lightweight shirts, cotton or linen chinos, loafers, or boat shoes. For compatible references within the store's assortment, themen's shoe collectionincludes Sebago loafers and Paraboot models suitable for the season. Raffia is also appropriate for more informal contexts — beach, countryside, or excursions — while maintaining wardrobe consistency.
Raffia and linen hats should be stored in a dry place, away from direct heat sources that could deform the crown. If the hat becomes slightly crushed, water vapor (such as from a kettle held at a distance) helps restore the shape. Avoid stacking them under heavy objects.
In the Pier Paolo Marotta catalog, Stetson is featured exclusively in the hats category. For other accessories — belts, bags, and wallets — a selection of other brands is available in themen's accessories assortment. For heritage clothing, theChesapeake's collectionand theRed Wing Shoescollection complete the store's profile.
