There are many ways to personalize your cowboy hat. One very popular choice is hatbands. These go around the crown of the cowboy hat and can be decorated according to your individual taste. Hatbands for cowboy hats come in all shapes and sizes and can be made of practically anything, although most are made of horsehair, leather, or other synthetic fabrics. Hatbands can be plain, or decorated with conchas, turquoise, feathers or other items.
Another option for your cowboy hat would be hat pins or other accessories. These trinkets range from the plain and simple to the ornate and very expensive. No matter what combination of adornments you choose, your cowboy hat will truly be your own – an expression of you and your personality.
After investing in a cowboy hat, you will want to be sure to care for it properly. One of the most important things to do with your new cowboy hat is to clean it regularly. Using products made especially for cleaning cowboy hats is your best bet. You will need brushes to rid the crown and brim of dust before cleaning your cowboy hat. Your clean cowboy hat will also need to be stored properly. If you own more than one, a hatbox is a great place to store your cowboy hats. If you wear your hat everyday, then a hat rack is also a good choice. These racks can be mounted to your wall and have a wire arm on which to rest your cowboy hat. Not only is your cowboy hat out of the way, but the wire arm will also help the cowboy hat retain its shape. Hat racks can even be made to hold more than one cowboy hat at a time!