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A Lock & Co. fedora is made to travel, whether it's across town or across continents. With proper care and packing, your hat can arrive at your destination in pristine condition. Below, we share expert advice on storing, folding (where appropriate), and travelling with your fedora.
Felt fedoras - including those made from wool or fur felt - are not designed to be folded, and doing so may permanently distort the crown or brim.
However, some lightweight travel styles are made with foldable materials and unstructured construction. These are the only fedoras that can be safely rolled for short periods.
General rule: If it holds its shape on a block, it should not be folded.
If you're unsure whether your fedora is foldable, speak with our team or explore our travel hat collection →
Travel with your fedora in a Lock & Co. hat box. These are ideal for plane journeys, wedding travel, or longer trips.
When not in use, a fedora should be stored properly to maintain its shape and finish:
If your hat has flattened or lost its shape slightly during transit:
Need professional reshaping or reblocking? We offer this service in our London shop.
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To celebrate 350 years of Lock & Co. Hatters, two historic St James’s businesses have come together to create something entirely new.
Here's our guide to the best hats for every holiday this summer 2026.
If you're comparing a Panama hat vs a sun hat, you're not alone. While both are popular choices for warm weather, they differ in craftsmanship, materials, style and purpose.
In this guide, we'll explore the different types of summer hats, how to choose the right one and how to care for it so it lasts for many summers to come.
From classic Panamas to lightweight fedoras, these are the styles worth investing in for Summer 2026.
Whether you're travelling abroad, attending a garden party or simply enjoying the sunshine, these are the styles to consider for Summer 2026.
This year, Lock & Co. becomes an official licensee of Royal Ascot for the first time, a milestone that reflects our ongoing commitment to craftsmanship, heritage, and British ceremonial style.
At Lock & Co. Hatters, we see racing season as an opportunity to embrace timeless elegance, where the right hat doesn’t just complete a look, it defines it.
As part of our 350th anniversary collection, we are proud to celebrate two of our most loved and iconic cap styles: The Gill Flat Cap and The Whitebridge Bakerboy Cap.
