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When SPF alone just won't cut it, it's time to go one step further and pick up some kids' beach hats in preparation for your family summer vacation. From sporty baseball caps to mini straw visors, we found the best options for all ages to keep your little ones protected all season long—because we could all use a truly stress-free getaway this year, and this is one less thing to think about. Keep scrolling to shop our favorites.
With its wide brim silhouette and built-in UPF 50+ sun protection, this minty green option checks all the boxes. (It even has adjustable head and chin straps so your kid can use it for multiple summers.) The biggest selling point? It's designed to float in the water, so your children can wear it in the pool without worrying about it falling off.
You get two hats for the price of one with this fun reversible pick. The soft fabric takes up next to no space in suitcases, and is both fade-resistant and durable.
Match your kids' hat to your own favorite straw hat with this beachy visor, which rolls up for easy packing. It's made from 100% paper straw and is lined with a sweat band, so your little ones can keep it on while playing beach sports. The velcro closure is slightly adjustable, but this option is best for kids between the ages of two and five.
Who doesn't love a tie-dye? This best-seller is super affordable—and on the off chance you're not a fan of the groovy pattern, it's also available in 37 other colors. Plus, because it's not exclusively a beach hat, your kids can wear it year-round.
The sizing for this wide-brim hat starts at 0-12 months, making it a great buy for babies and toddlers. Not only does the protective fabric block up to 98% of all harmful UV rays, but the material itself is super soft and won't irritate delicate skin.
Another good option for anyone with younger kids, this floppy hat is fully adjustable—one size will fit your infant for up to a year. It's incredibly lightweight and has a drawstring chin strap that makes it wind-resistant, too. With a sweet bow detailing on the front, it's as cute as it is functional.
You can't go wrong with nautical stripes. Somewhere between a stylish straw hat and a practical cap, this wide-brim design is made from paper fiber and has an elastic chin strap for comfort. It even has a moisture-wicking sweatband, so your child will never want to take it off.
Need something with more coverage? Try a hat that comes with a neck flap for maximum protection. This particular one has a detachable neck flap for versatility and two mesh vents on the top to facilitate air flow for those especially hot summer days.
Get your older kids in on the bucket hat trend with this punchy bright red find. It's made from 100% cotton fabric, has a retro washed finish, and is available in tons of other color options. Despite its low price, it's surprisingly durable: "Have had this bucket hat for two summers now and it has been through heat and rain," writes one of the many reviewers who gave this piece a 5-star rating.
Pick a safari-style hat for all the comfort of a bucket hat plus the added anti-slip security of an elastic chinstrap. Not only does this option have sun-resistant UPF 50+ fabric, but it also features mesh side vents that make it breathable. No wonder it has over 4,000 5-star ratings.
Elly Leavitt is a fashion and luxury commerce editor with over seven years of experience covering fashion and design. Her writing can be found in Harper’s BAZAAR, ELLE, Town & Country, Esquire, ELLE Decor, and more. Previously, she was an editor at Domino magazine. You can probably find her in line at Trader Joe's. You will never find her at SoulCycle.
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