According to a poll done on the KHOU 11 Facebook page, here are the best places to buy a cowboy/girl hat in Houston - yeehaw!
Indomable Western Wear
11914 Aldine Westfield Rd, Houston, TX 77093
Find western wear and boots in addition to the perfect cowboy/girl hat!
The Hat Store
5587 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77056
Do you need a customized hat? The Hat Store has been in business for nearly nine decades and is known for care in steaming and hand shaping the perfect hat.
Well known Texans such as President George H. W. Bush, former Texas Governor Rick Perry, award-winning country artist Lyle Lovett, Craig Biggio and others have been fitted for hats from The Hat Store
Cattleman Western Store
2437 TX-35 Loop, Alvin, TX 77511
Boot Barn
Several locations. Click here to read more.
Boot Barn® can be found in over 30 states with over 200 stores and honors America’s heritage – quality products and good value. Shoppers will find over 8,000 styles of boots, jeans, hats and western wear.
Cavenders
Several locations. Click here to read more.
Cavender’s is headquartered in Tyler, Texas and the family is involved in the day to day operations.
The company was founded by James Cavender. His wife Pat helps decorate new and remodeled stores. Eldest son, Joe Cavender serves as president of the company. All private-label apparel is developed by Clay Cavender who also serves as vice president of merchandising.
The Cavender family operates give working ranches throughout the state of Texas.
For more on the history and heritage of of Cavender’s, click here.
Leon Western Wear
6360 Airline Dr, Houston, TX 77076
Scorpion Western Wear
1625 Richey St, Pasadena, TX 77502
Fun facts about the history of cowboy hats:
- The cowboy hat was made popular by John B. Stetson in the 1800's and it was made from beaver fur, rabbit and other small animals to be able to withstand the elements.
- The original name for Stetson's hat was "Boss of the Plains"
- Originally, felt hats were made for winter wear and straw hats for summer.
- According to etiquette rules, a cowboy hat should always come off when you enter a building. If it's an informal occasion, the hat can be put back on.
(Sources: National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, The Cowboy Hat Guide)
