Bailey 1922
American Made in Adamstown, PA
Bailey 1922 is a prestigious American hat brand with a rich heritage in the world of fine hat-making. Founded in 1922, Bailey is renowned for producing high-quality hats that combine timeless style with craftsmanship, innovation, and comfort. Over the years, the brand has become synonymous with classic American elegance, and its hats are worn by those who appreciate both fashion and function.
An American Dream & Legacy
Did you know the story of Bailey Hats actually begins before its founding in 1922?
George S. Bailey grew up in Salina, Kansas with a love and appreciation for hats, even working for the Caradine Hat Company in St. Louis after university where he had studied business. It was during this time he began to notice the limitations customers outside the East Coast had in their selection of hats and the demand therein to have needs met for those working west of the Mississippi.
It was then in 1922 he moved to Los Angeles to do exactly that, and started up the George S. Bailey Hat Company!
With a foundation built on listening to their customer base to provide exactly what they sought for their day-to-day needs, be it city dress style or more rugged hats for workers in the West, the company remained family owned and run, passed from George S. Bailey to his son, Charles "Chuck" Bailey in the 1960s. Eventually, Bollman Hat Company out of Adamstown, PA acquired the brand in the mid 1980s and has kept the legacy of these American made hats continuing on and bolstered with their own rich history and innovation.
Made in one of the last millineries to create and dye their own felt bodies, Bailey Hats come in a variety of styles to suit whatever need you may have. With Bollman's innovative LiteFelt® as seen in the Kinns and Syden, you have hats that are water and stain repellent while also keeping their shapes maintained, and the Elite Finish® of the Colver gives you the luxurious feel of fur felts but with wool instead!
Their hats are often made from premium materials such as wool felt, fur felt, and other high-end fabrics, giving them a luxurious feel and ensuring they last for years. Over the decades, Bailey 1922 has adapted to changing trends while maintaining its heritage of quality. Their hats have been popular with both fashion-forward individuals and those looking for reliable, well-crafted headwear.
Bailey 1922's designs tend to be elegant and classic, making them a favorite among people who appreciate traditional hat styles. They are also known for paying close attention to detail, from the stitching to the inner linings of the hats, ensuring each piece is meticulously crafted.
Today, Bailey 1922 remains a respected name in the hat industry, catering to both men and women with a range of styles that combine classic design with modern sensibilities.
It is this dedication of continuing American made quality and ingenuity that makes us proud to provide this curated collection for you of the Bailey 1922 hats, and we hope you enjoy them as much as we do!
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COLLECTION SPOTLIGHT
This year, we're happy to provide a staple run of their Bailey 1922 collection, all handmade here in the USA! Let's break them down, so you can see what all the hype is about!
bailey 1922
Since 1922, Bailey has been renowned for its exceptional headwear. Founder George Bailey's dedication to professionally crafted hats has been the cornerstone of the brand. Today, Bailey offers a diverse range of hats for everyone, including fashion-forward designs and a Western and Outdoor collection, appealing to a broad market.
