Women’s Berets

Womens Berets are back, and if you’re after a vintage twist, some Parisian chic or basic layering, this classic hat is a wardrobe staple.

Whether worn with a dress and toughened up with work boots and over knee socks, smart with vintage coat and knit tights or to take you into summer with some 80s high waist shorts and bretton stripes, the beret is a versatile accessory that won’t let you down.

We’ve put together a collection of some of the best berets out there, from womens slouchy beanies and popcorn knit beret beanies to the classic black wool bobble stick - our favourites include Goorin Linds, Kangol Japanese Jersey, Kangol Wave Tex Knit and the Classic Black.

To check out our full collection, make your way over to www.urbanexcess.com.

Kangol Fall ‘09

Kangol have gone through an interesting pilgrimage in recent years and the brand has once again promoted itself as a cutting edge hat designer also relevant for the youth market. Kangol Hats has not only presented interesting collaborative projects such as Alife, Liberty’s of London, Japanese Jersey Collections but a growing market of mature shoppers are looking for alternatives to the otherwise very slow moving hat market, which offers little choice. Kangol has been making quality headwear for many years and it is great seeing them back making the quality of hats that they were once famous for.

For Fall/Winter 2009 they present a very solid collection, that has its roots in the traditions of the brand, which have been projected credibly into the current fashion climate. The outdoors have a big influence on the brand and are reflected throughout the latest range. Take a detailed look at the Kangol Fall/Winter 2009 Collection Lookbook below.

The “Japanese Jersey” Collection by Kangol revisits four of their more iconic designs, flat cap, beret, deer stalker and a style bucket hat for the Fall/Winter season. Utilising premium Japanese jersey throughout all four models, the lineup boasts a fresh, sports-inspired feel yet maintains a luxurious look while implementing a natural fleece textile - take a more detailed look below.

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Kangol Hats
I think you will agree that Kangol have managed to transform the brand for the current season and disregard the drab conitations that Kangol’s hats were being labeled with. There is now a Kangol hat in the range to please every hat lover and age range, apart from the classic 504 Cap. Today, Kangol hats produce a wide range of product that crosses generations and cultures. It’s not just hip hop and it’s not just heritage. Kangol is not just a fashion brand. Kangol hats is a cultural fashion fusion, taking the very best of British heritage and retro hip hip and mixing it with future fashion. Kangol seeks to satisfy a new generation of consumers without alienating the people who put it where it is today. This is demonstrated in the mutual respect that is exchanged between Kangol hats and the talented, influential individuals that the brand collaborates with. In the past decade the brand has worked Katherine Hamnett, Bella Freud, YMC, 6876, Hamish Morrow, Marcus Lupfer, Philip Treacy, Apish Angel, Antoni and Alison, Pure Evil, D*Face, INSA, Comme des Garcons, Evil Monito, Married to the Mob and Catherine Malandrino.

Kangol Neo Tweeed Hudson Flat Cap - Grey Mix