Best Places To Buy Beach Hats In Sacramento

With summer officially here, people all over California are headed out to enjoy the weather by the pool or at the beach. When taking the kids for a day of swimming, or just lounging out by the pool with a good book, it's important to go equipped with the proper attire. Don't forget the sunscreen, sunglasses and, of course, a stylish beach hat.

If you want to protect your head and face this summer, to keep yourself looking fresh and tan rather than burned, you're going to need a good sun hat. Of course, you don't have to sacrifice style for quality. Here are a few local Sacramento shops where you can have both.

The Pink House
1462 33^rd St.
Sacramento, CA
(916) 737-7465
www.facebook.com/thepinkhouseshoes

This little boutique packs an incredible selection in high-quality women's wear and accessories, and the personal approach to help you find a hat making exactly the statement you want. Sure, you can hit the big brand stores for your hat and beach gear (The Pink House also stocks great selections in sandals, jewelry, etc,), but the ladies who run this store know Sacramento, and their products reflect the style, needs and appeal that Sac locals want. They are also very in touch with the community, regularly attending and supporting local events and other small local businesses.

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Chapel Hats
2145 1151 Galleria Blvd.
Roseville, CA
(916) 787-4287
www.chapelhats.com

There is one thing Chapel Hats knows, and that is…well, hats. There are, of course, dozens of different style hats here to select from: berets, cadets, caps, fedoras, top hats, etc. Whether you are a hat enthusiast or have previously thought that a hat may just not be your style, you have no chance of leaving without finding something that appeals to you. Of course that includes great beach hats for both women and men (and kids, so you can bring the whole family). Ladies, there are lots of elegant wide-brimmed floppy hats here to sort through, all which will boast class and style without making much fuss. Hats can run as low as $30 and up towards $65, so there is an option for plenty of price ranges as well.

Swanbergs
2316 J St.
Sacramento, CA  95816
(916) 447-6284
www.swanbergsformen.com

We get it, guys. Women have lots of shops and stores they can visit to find the exact look they want for the beach or the pool. But guys are significantly more limited. Swanbergs has heard you as well, and they are here to help fill that need. It's summer, and if you are by the water odds are you will want to feel as much like you are on a Hawaiian beach as possible. You can certainly give yourself that illusion here. Sandals, tiki dancers, Hawaiian shirts and more essentials are all here to complete your Aloha state feel. Maybe a good ballcap will go best with the look? They have a selection of classic baseball hats as well. A place for relaxed wear without the pressure of extensive searching? Guys, you've found your paradise.

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Written by Bianca Belli of Examiner.com for CBS Local. Bianca is a passionate writer and lover of her Connecticut home. When she is not working, she loves sitting in the shade with a glass of tea and a good read.