Bolga Hats

Some of our most loved woven pieces are our African hats, valued for their comfort, character and timeless design. Ethically sourced and carefully handwoven, each hat reflects a relaxed, earthy aesthetic shaped by generations of craftsmanship in Northern Ghana.

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    Wide Brim Hat – Adams (Medium)

    AU $48.00

    Why fit in when you were born to stand out? These hats are direct from Bolgatanga, one of Ghana’s famous market cities renowned for its beautiful art and crafts. Hand woven from sustainable elephant grass. Each hat is completely unique. Refer to the Sizing Guide below for more information. Internal Circumference: 58.1 cm

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    Wide Brim Hat – Medium – Abraham

    AU $48.00

    Life is short; eat dessert first These hats are direct from Bolgatanga, one of Ghana’s famous market cities renowned for its beautiful art and crafts. Hand woven from sustainable elephant grass. Each hat is completely unique. Refer to the Sizing Guide below for more information. Internal Circumference: 56.5 cm

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    Wide Brim Hat – Paint (XL)

    AU $48.00

    Cakes and giggles—life’s sweetness These hats are direct from Bolgatanga, one of Ghana’s famous market cities renowned for its beautiful art and crafts. Hand woven from sustainable elephant grass. Each hat is completely unique. Refer to the Sizing Guide below for more information. Internal Circumference: 62.8 cm

  • Sale! Greens, yellow intertwines with natural colours

    Hightop Hat – Sanga (XXL)

    Original price was: AU $86.00.Current price is: AU $55.00.

    In fields of green, where sunlight gleams, spring weaves a tapestry of dreams
    Hand woven by only the best weavers in a range of vibrant colours.
    Each hat is completely unique.
    Refer to the Sizing Guide below for more information.

    Internal Circumference: 66cm
    Extremal Diameter (including brim): 40cm
    Height: 14cm

  • Sale! Strong earthy sunset colours

    Hightop Hat – Rollins (XXL)

    Original price was: AU $86.00.Current price is: AU $55.00.

    In the soft hues of the morning light, springtime’s magic takes flight
    Hand woven by only the best weavers in a range of vibrant colours.
    Each hat is completely unique.
    Refer to the Sizing Guide below for more information.

    Internal Circumference: 65cm
    Extremal Diameter (including brim): 40cm
    Height: 14cm

  • Sale! A natural brim with greens and pinks weaved throughout

    Hightop Hat – Tictak (XXXL)

    Original price was: AU $86.00.Current price is: AU $55.00.

    In children’s laughter, so pure and free, springtime’s joy is plain to see
    Hand woven by only the best weavers in a range of vibrant colours.
    Each hat is completely unique.
    Refer to the Sizing Guide below for more information.

    Internal Circumference: 67cm
    Extremal Diameter (including brim): 40cm
    Height: 14cm

  • Sale! Vibrant colours circulate this hat

    Hightop Hat – Flam (XXXL)

    Original price was: AU $86.00.Current price is: AU $55.00.

    In the gentle caress of the springtime breeze, we find solace beneath blossoming trees
    Hand woven by only the best weavers in a range of vibrant colours.
    Each hat is completely unique.
    Refer to the Sizing Guide below for more information.

    Internal Circumference: 68cm
    Extremal Diameter (including brim): 40cm
    Height: 14cm

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    Hightop Hat – Surprise Me

    From AU $50.00

    Our hightop hats are simply stunning!
    Hand woven by only the best weavers in a range of vibrant colours.
    Let us choose your hat colour!
    If you’d like to choose a specific hat design, select it from our range here.

    Country of origin: Ghana
    Material: Elephant Grass, Leather
    Refer to the Sizing Guide below for more information.

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    Hightop Hat – Paradiddle (XXXL)

    Original price was: AU $86.00.Current price is: AU $55.00.

    Woven dreams in a palette of sunshine
    Hand woven by only the best weavers in a range of vibrant colours.
    Each hat is completely unique.
    Refer to the Sizing Guide below for more information.

    Internal Circumference: 68cm
    Extremal Diameter (including brim): 40cm
    Height: 14cm

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    Hightop Hat – Burner (XXL)

    Original price was: AU $86.00.Current price is: AU $55.00.

    Sheltered from the rays, with a sweet embrace of the warm sun.
    Hand woven by only the best weavers in a range of vibrant colours.
    Each hat is completely unique.
    Refer to the Sizing Guide below for more information.

    Internal Circumference: 65cm
    Extremal Diameter (including brim): 40cm
    Height: 14cm

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    Hightop Hat – Turtle (XXL)

    Original price was: AU $86.00.Current price is: AU $55.00.

    Sunlit weaves for brighter days to come
    Hand woven by only the best weavers in a range of vibrant colours.
    Each hat is completely unique.
    Refer to the Sizing Guide below for more information.

    Internal Circumference: 65cm
    Extremal Diameter (including brim): 40cm
    Height: 14cm

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    Hightop Hat – Pana (XXL)

    Original price was: AU $86.00.Current price is: AU $55.00.

    Artful expressions under the summer sun.
    Hand woven by only the best weavers in a range of vibrant colours.
    Each hat is completely unique.
    Refer to the Sizing Guide below for more information.

    Internal Circumference: 64cm
    Extremal Diameter (including brim): 40cm
    Height: 14cm

FAQs

Bolga hats are handmade by artisans in and around Bolgatanga in Northern Ghana, using sustainably sourced elephant grass.
The grass is locally grown in the flood plains around the region, hand-dyed with non-toxic dyes, and woven into a lightweight yet durable hat.

They include narrow, wide, and giant brim styles, and suit a wide range of head sizes, for children, women and man.
Wide brim hats are finished with an upcycled leather neck strap for added practicality.

Each hat is woven entirely by hand, supporting long-standing weaving traditions and providing fair, ongoing work for local weaving families we have worked with for over two decades.

We offer a range of Bolga hat styles to suit different tastes and practical needs:
High Top Hats – a taller crown for a distinctive silhouette.
Narrow Brim Hats – classic shape with a subtle brim.
Wide Brim Hats – broader brim for extra shade and presence.
Fulani Hats – inspired by traditional Fulani designs.
Giant Brim Hats – extra-large brim for maximum coverage and style.


The hats are designed to suit a wide range of head sizes, from children up to large adults, including men and women.
You can choose your hat in two ways:
Colour of Your Choice, where you select preferred colour tones and we choose a hat to match; or
Individually listed hats, where each piece is photographed and described, and the exact hat shown is the one you receive.

Alongside Bolga hats, our range includes other handmade pieces that are popular in summer.
Woven fans and fabric fans are lightweight and easy to carry, and are commonly used on hot days for airflow and shade.
Woven tote bags are popular for beach days and day trips, with space for everyday essentials and a natural, breathable feel.

Woven hats are packed to help maintain their shape in transit and are shipped from Australia.
Shipping costs and delivery timeframes are calculated at checkout based on your location and order size.
We offer free shipping Australia-wide for orders over $90. Full details are available on our shipping page.

Handwoven Bolga hat with wide brim, woven in Ghana