If you're looking for something fun to do during the evenings this summer, you'll be delighted to know there's an annual event in Downtown Annapolis to enjoy:
Dinner Under the Stars!
From May to September, every Wednesday to Saturday evening, the first block of West Street transforms itself into a venue of open air dining providing great food, live music (and dancing sometimes, if the mood strikes!), and pickleball for some extra entertainment.
It's a great way to enjoy a romantic and festive night soaking in local and international cuisine, and enjoying local arts and music while doing so--so why not turn up the heat with some style sporting a sleek new hat? Join us in checking out some prime picks for your Dinner Under the Stars looks!
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Bold & Beautiful Brims
What better way to make a statement amongst the crowd than with a bold and beautiful brim?
While the sun still lingers into the later evening, seeking stylish coverage also comes from a more practical mindset which we are huge fans of when it comes to our women's straw hats, and they look great even after it's set so you shine as you take in all the live music and wonderful ambience.
If you're a fan of textural elements to your look, the Belfry Karrisa and Jolinda sport unique raffia straw overlays along the sisal hat bodies, in classic wide brim and safari silhouettes that provide coverage and flexibility with what you could pair them with--without being a lot of hat to handle at the same time!
For a beautiful flash of color, the Belfry Sanremo brings delight with its light blue Panama straw paired with a geometric cloth overlay on the crown and grounding cinnamon colored band. We've been swooning over this hat since we got in our new Limited Edition Alfonso D'Este collection, and we're sure you will too, once you try it on.
Flat brim fedoras have also been a seasonal hit, making a fantastic addition to an evening look, and the Belfry Uno definitely delivers on multiple fronts. From its romantic, dusty mauve Panama straw body to its striking profile and slim leather band, it pairs just as easily with a breezy maxi sundress as it does a cute top and shorts. (Check out the Belfry Arlo for a bold, black look with the same shape!)
West Street embraces and celebrates not only local and international cuisine, but also the arts with its galleries and music, murals springing to life along alleys and buildings to be a feast for the senses. If it's the arts where your heart lies, what better way to reflect it than our Belfry Nesta, with its hand-painted poppies? Its delicate and light ivory sisal straw body will also help you stay cool even on the balmiest summer night!
Sleek Silhouettes
Don't worry, gentlemen, we haven't forgotten you! Sleek straw silhouettes bring a certain timeless class to any evening look, and whether you prefer a fedora or pork pie, we have ample supply to choose from.
The Belfry Agapito brings both style and practicality to the table with its traditional fedora shape crafted out of light, durable hemp. With its snap brim, you can wear it forward and snapped down for coverage, or wear it rolled up and propped back on the head for a more casual, breezy style.
For some stingy brim options, the Belfry Stephano comes in a black Panama straw or natural Panama straw, both with accenting color blocked ribbons for a fun bit of contrast. Fans of trilbys may enjoy the Belfry Ragusa that has a nice, casual air with its crocheted raffia straw body and multicolor band. It's a very comfortable hat to wear while you enjoy the evening hours downtown, and the crocheted straw body will keep you nice and cool with its natural airflow!
Now, let's be honest: what better style is there to have some fun in than a jazzy pork pie? You could kick it back with great food, a nice cold drink, and enjoy all the live music while wearing the Belfry Stafano with its fashion-flexible bleached Panama straw body and navy band, or really Wow! with the bright array of colors found in the Belfry Alfonso! Both can easily be dressed up or down, paired easily with a button-down and slacks just as easily as shorts and a t-shirt, it just depends on how you want to spin them. (Just remember--like the Belfry Sanremo, the Alfonso is limited in quantity, so definitely grab your size while you still can!)
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All of these styles (and more!) are available not only online, but also here in Annapolis, so if you plan to go and enjoy Dinner Under the Stars this year, definitely come and see us! We'd absolutely love to be able to help you find your perfect hat to top off your look for the evening--and you may even see some of us after store hours enjoying the sights and sounds too! Just, ya know--look for the hats!
If you have any questions, as always, feel free to reach out to our customer service at 888-999-HATS (4287) or via email at hats@hatsinthebelfry.com. Better yet, come see us at 103 Main Street, Downtown Annapolis!
