Black is the most popular colour in the soft bowler range because it carries the traditional bowler hat appearance while providing the comfort advantages of flexible construction. The wool felt dome yields gently when pressed rather than resisting with the rigid stiffness of a traditional English bowler. For people who like the bowler shape but find stiff hats uncomfortable during extended wear, the black soft bowler solves that problem at the lowest price in the bowler collection.

Handmade from 100% premium wool felt with a grosgrain band. The flexible construction means the hat can also be gently packed for short-distance travel, though it is not as crushable as the fedora range. Sized in S/M (55-57cm) and L/XL (58-60cm). Four colours available.

Specifications

  • Material: 100% premium wool felt, handmade, flexible
  • Crown: Soft dome, flexible
  • Band: Grosgrain ribbon
  • Colour: Black (featured), also Burgundy, Teal, Royal Blue
  • Sizes: S/M (55-57cm) and L/XL (58-60cm)

The Entry-Level Bowler

At £27.99, the soft bowler is the most affordable bowler hat in the collection. It provides a genuine wool felt bowler experience at a price that allows first-time bowler buyers to try the shape without a significant investment. If you find you prefer the stiffer, more rigid dome, the English bowler derby hat provides that at a higher price point.

Free standard UK delivery on orders over £20.