Shape: The Fedora shape of the Herring is a classic style, especially in these traditional shades of almost white straw with a black ribbon. Our new "Herring" model adds a slightly wider brim to the same silhouette of our Classic Fedora in response to the rising trend for increased protection from the sun.
The Herring's flat brim is slightly stiffer than our other styles, but can still be gently shaped with a little steam should you wish. It's smooth contours will be appreciated by Panama lovers, both new and experienced!
Colour: This version of the Herring has the classic Panama colour combination. Bleached white straw (achieved through a combination of sun and soak bleaching) with a black band emphasises the traditional shape of this quality hat. Also available in natural straw with a brown ribbon.
Weave: B&S Herringbone Standard Weave. The Herring distinguishes itself by using a intricate herringbone weave pattern. We have worked with our weavers to bring you this fine hat that is a wonderful balance of weave quality and expense. Whilst not having the fine weaves used in our Signature range, the Herring is still a wonderful Panama that showcases the skill of our weavers. We do consider this hat to be roll-able, however if you are planning on rolling your hat on a regular basis, we would recommend investing in one of our finer weave B&S Signature panama hats. For more information on the various qualities of weave we offer, please click here: Panama Hat Weave Quality Guide
The Herring - Fedora Panama
How to find the right size Panama Hat
How to find the right size hat for you
If you are not sure what your hat size is, please follow these simple instructions to find your size.
Measure your head at the level you would want the hat to sit when you are wearing it. This can vary a little according to your personal preference, but normally it would be across the middle of the forehead, pass a thumb’s width above your ears and around the widest part of the back of your head. Use a tape measure or a piece of string to find your size in centimetres.
Once you have the measurement in centimetres, this should be the hat size for you. You may wish to move up or down one size if you like a particularly loose or tight fit.
If you know your hat size in a different measuring system, please use the following conversion chart to convert it to our sizing.
|
Borges & Scott |
54 |
55 |
56 |
57 |
58 |
59 |
60 |
61 |
62 |
|
UK Hat Size |
6 ⅝ |
6 ¾ |
6 ⅞ |
7 |
7 ⅛ |
7 ¼ |
7 ⅜ |
7 ½ |
7 ⅝ |
|
USA Hat Size |
6 ¾ |
6 ⅞ |
7 |
7 ⅛ |
7 ¼ |
7 ⅜ |
7 ½ |
7 ⅝ |
7 ¾ |
|
European |
54 |
55 |
56 |
57 |
58 |
59 |
60 |
61 |
62 |
If you are buying the hat as a gift, as a starting point we find that our most popular ladies size is 57, for gentlemen it’s a size 59. If you choose the wrong size, we’ll be more than happy to exchange it for you.
If you’re not sure what size to go for:
Remember that we offer a very flexible exchanges policy, so if you do end up with the wrong size Panama hat we will happily exchange or refund it for you.
Some customers like to order a couple of different sizes to try on at home and then return the ones that do not fit. If you’d like to do so, please order the Panamas you would like to try, choose your favourite and then return the hats that you do not like so much to us within 28 days.
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Shape: The Fedora shape of the Herring is a classic style, especially in these traditional shades of almost white straw with a black ribbon. Our new "Herring" model adds a slightly wider brim to the same silhouette of our Classic Fedora in response to the rising trend for increased protection from the sun.
The Herring's flat brim is slightly stiffer than our other styles, but can still be gently shaped with a little steam should you wish. It's smooth contours will be appreciated by Panama lovers, both new and experienced!
Colour: This version of the Herring has the classic Panama colour combination. Bleached white straw (achieved through a combination of sun and soak bleaching) with a black band emphasises the traditional shape of this quality hat. Also available in natural straw with a brown ribbon.
Weave: B&S Herringbone Standard Weave. The Herring distinguishes itself by using a intricate herringbone weave pattern. We have worked with our weavers to bring you this fine hat that is a wonderful balance of weave quality and expense. Whilst not having the fine weaves used in our Signature range, the Herring is still a wonderful Panama that showcases the skill of our weavers. We do consider this hat to be roll-able, however if you are planning on rolling your hat on a regular basis, we would recommend investing in one of our finer weave B&S Signature panama hats. For more information on the various qualities of weave we offer, please click here: Panama Hat Weave Quality Guide
Reviews from our customers
Unacceptable conditions, the hat was delivered in a damaged box. It's an expensive hat and it should be received in perfect condition. Please let me know how to proceed with the return process. I want my money back
Sorry to hear about the damaged hat. It was nice to speak to you. The replacement is on the way and should arrive in pristine condition. Thanks James.
I ordered this hat as B&S were advertised as a premium quality company and products. First my original order was lost by USPS and arrived a week and a half late with the box and hat crushed. B&S customer service had immediately send me a second hat after I reported the first one lost by USPS. The second hat also arrived with the box very damaged and the hat was in just as poor condition. I have ordered Panama hats from Amazon that came in phenomenally sturdier boxes that this and arrived in perfect condition. This is completely unacceptable from a "premium" brand and a $145.00 hat.
I rolled the hat according to the instructions after 10 days it didn't come off my head in Greece - The hat did not return to its position
Love the hat. Lightweight and the larger brim make it perfect for the summer. Definitely gonna order another.
I love my hat - it has been ideal. Fitting perfectly and making everything I wear look stylish.
Dear Matt,
We are very happy to hear that—thank you for your sharing your feedback!
Best wishes, B&S
Fast delivery. Well packaged.
A beautifully crafted hat.
Accurate sizing so fits perfectly.
Appreciated the extra large size which are so difficult to acquire.
Dear Louise,
Thank you for your lovely review — we’re delighted to hear you’re enjoying the Herring Panama and that both the fit and design have worked so well for you.
Best wishes,
B&S
Great Company tondi business with. Great Hat.
Dear Wiliam,
Thank you for your kind words, we really appreciate your feedback!
Best regards, B&S
It took longer to receive the hat and it arrived crushed due to poor, unacceptable packaging. Expected more for paying so much for the hat. Disappointed.
Dear Carol,
We’re very sorry to hear that your hat arrived damaged. We’ve contacted you directly to arrange a replacement.
Best regards, B&S
I understand this is a cheap entry level hat, but I would at least like it to arrive not all beat up. They tossed it into a box, threw some paper on it, and off it went. It arrived damaged and mangled.
I'm very happy with this company. The product is very good. The customer service is excellent. Although they are not easy to get on the phone, indeed they are very responsive. The delivery is excellent, very prompt. I'll definitely use them again.
Quality hat, will go straight to B & S in future
Just returned from the Game Fair, lots of panamas on display but no where near the style and quality of my Borges & Scott Herring.
Ordered the hat on a tight timeline for an upcoming vacation. Erika kept me informed every step of the way and my new hat arrived with 6 days to spare. Appreciate the great customer service and looking forward to sporting my new lid.
Very happy with the Fedora . Well sized and very prompt delivery.
I received my hat in a very flimsy cardboard box, not sturdy at all. The hat inside was completely deformed and obviously not protected at all . A disgrace to send a hat in this condition. Very unhappy. Would never buy a hat from this company again
Yes I’m very pleased with my new purchase it fits well and I look the part , always loved Panama hats and will wear for every occasion.
My husband is so pleased with his new hat. Delivery was very quick.
Delivered promptly and efficiently.
Very pleased wirh the quality and fit of the purchase. Lived up to its description. Hope to get many years of use particularly in these increasingly hot summers.
As with previous orders, the service was excellent and so was the product. Will definitely use Borges and Scott again..
Perfect fit and excellent quality. The hat arrived in good time and was exactly as advertised. I’ll definitely buy from them again and highly recommend them.
Great quality and extremely comfortable
I ordered my hat and when delivered just like 1 or 2 reviews the box was damaged? Fortunately, my hat was perfect. Crisp creases and fitted well.
Thankyou
Love the hat but it’s too small and I can’t access anyway to return it.
Dear Laura,
We're sorry to hear that the hat is not the right fit. We’ve reached out to you directly to help arrange an exchange. Best wishes, B&S Customer Service
Love my hat
It would appear my hat size reduced, but there was no problem exchanging it for a 57 which arrived just as quick as the first one I mistakenly ordered. I have owned plenty of panamas over the years but the herring just seems better quality.I love the wider brim and the whole fedora style. Perfect for the summer and those trips abroad. Nice touch including the rolling instructions.
My husbands birthday gift looks great, but I keep nicking it because I think it looks better on me 😃
Great hat!!! 🎩
I've always wanted a genuine Panama hat but have always postponed due to cost. As I passed 70 I realised I'd better hurry up with this bucket list item and started to do some research, ending up with a purchase from Borges and Scott. It's fabulous, I couldn't be more pleased with it. I realised during my research journey that 'rolling' was only going to damage any Panama, regardless of quality, so I also invested in a B& S hat carrier. Not only does this look great and protect the contents really well, it one of the very few that actually does take three hats and can be used for both storage and travel. Overall I'm very happy with my purchases and also with the service I received.
From the moment I lifted my new Panama out of the box - it felt good!
The buying experience was straightforward and the delivery process seamless.
And then there’s the hat - beautifully Panama!