A Shop That Is All Hats

Roxann's Hats is exactly what it sounds like. One reviewer said, "There are just hats all over the store," naming fluffy bucket hats, fedoras, panamas, and cowboy hats. On Glover Road in Fort Langley, it holds a 4.6-star rating across 89 Google reviews, and the shop describes itself as having one of the best selections of men's and women's hats in BC.

It is a specialty store in the best sense: a place where you can try on a dozen hats, get an honest opinion, and leave with the one that fits your head and your style.

Brands and Styles

The styles range from fedoras, beanies, bucket hats, caps, and toques to dress hats and cloche hats, for men and women, plus a kids' collection. The shop carries more than 20 brands, including Bailey, Betmar, Brixton, Canadian Hat, Goorin Bros., Gottmann, Hatman of Ireland, Kangol, Lillie and Cohoe, Magill, Parkhurst, Tilley, and Wallaroo. There is also a dedicated Canadian Made section, a nice touch for gift shoppers who want something local.

One reviewer praised the "great selection across countless brands and types," and the plentiful inventory for local weather or for travel. For a region where the weather can swing from sun hat to toque in a week, that range is useful.

Staff Who Know Hats

Staff come up repeatedly. One shopper said Kim helped them with their first fedora purchase and they could not be happier. Another said Kim was knowledgeable and that they went in for one hat and left with two hats and a pair of sunglasses. A third described the staff as friendly, helpful, and very willing to engage with the decision process.

That matters, because hats are not like most clothes. Getting the shape, the brim, and the fit right takes a conversation, and reviewers say that is what they get here.

Shop in Person or Online

The shop has an online store, free in-store pickup, and shipping across Canada, and one reviewer said the online experience was great. It also runs a blog with styling guides and trend articles, and a newsletter if you want updates. In-store, the shop is dog-friendly: one customer thanked the staff for being kind to their shy dog.

A Note on Price

One reviewer found the prices "pretty hefty, even with the occasional discount," but still said the store is worth checking out. Good hats from established brands cost more than a mall toque, so expect to pay for quality, and look through the sale rack if you are watching your budget.

Visit

Roxann's is open Monday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., according to its website. Google lists slightly different hours, so call (604) 882-8077 if you are making a special trip. Pair it with a walk through Fort Langley, and if you need a gift for someone who has everything, a good hat might be the answer.