The familiar bowler hat may look fashionable, but it began as a purely practical item—a riding helmet meant to protect riders from branches and other obstacles. It was designed by London hatmakers Thomas and William Bowler—hence, the name
The familiar bowler hat may look fashionable, but it began as a purely practical item—a riding helmet meant to protect riders from branches and other obstacles. It was designed by London hatmakers Thomas and William Bowler—hence, the name