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Bought the New Yorker 12 years ago - have worn it death. Spoke to Oska and decided on the Fino New Yorker - it is the most gorgeous hat ever! Thanks
Delivered as promised. Fits perfectly. Great communication as well.
I had been doing a lot of research to find this exact hat. The Australian is not your traditional Panama hat, However, it is a true Ecuadorian hand made hat, the style fits me well, and it’s exactly what I was looking for.
I contacted Truffaux with questions and the responses were such that I felt I couldn’t go wrong ordering from this business. They pride themselves in making sure you get the correct fit, tell you what to expect, and make sure your hat stays looking good for a long time.
The box this hat was sent in was sturdy and protected it well, however, because the brim of the hat is arched, the way it laid in the box it flattened the brim and messed up the overall appearance. I believe it will straighten out but I’ll need to work with it to make sure of that.
I would have loved to have this hat in a finer weave but Truffaux assured me this weave is best for this hat.
I’m looking for to wearing this hat for a long time.
Top quality hat and very comfortable to wear! Super quick delivery half way across the world.
The hat is beautiful; well made, well styled, looks great on me. I'm very happy that I found Truffaux.
Oska was super helpful, too, in ensuring that I received the hat in good nick. I live in rural Mexico and some standard shipping methods don't work for me. After explaining this to Oska, he was more than helpful, working with me to find a method that ensured I received the parcel. Do take Oska's sizing advice. While his recommendation was for a size larger than what I normally would wear, I didn't regret taking the advice. The hat fits really well. Thanks again to Oska for your help.
Many thanks to Oska.
Oska was great at suggesting hats for me from photos I sent and ultimately I chose the Golden Traveller. More emails went back and forth over sizing and then a very well packed hat travelled halfway round the world to me, arriving completely unscathed by it's trip. I'm delighted with it and with the service I received from Truffaux and would recommend them to anyone looking for a new hat.
It is really a great hat. After consulting Oska what might fit me well, I decided to go along with his recommendation and it does fit perfectly. Just a handsome great hat. Thanks alot Oska.
The New Yorker is a gorgeous and fantastic hat, don't hesitate! It makes you feel fabulous but its not too posh. It cools your head down, is very confortable to wear, the straw absorbs the sweat. Perfect!
The great interaction with Oksa helped the decission, shipping (around the world) was no problem, the hat arrived in perfect condition. I am very happy!
Perfect fit and a great hat!
Handsome hat in just the right size and light as a feather. It arrived halfway across the globe quickly and well packed. Good experience all around.
I got the best Panama hat I have ever had from Truffaux. It exceeds my high expectations. And that is not the only reason I am writing this review. I am pretty fussy, and what I truly appreciated was Oska Truffaux's obvious personal concern that it be the right hat in the right size for me. I picked Truffaux because their web site is impressive about hat making and sizing. And I was right!!
Oksa was very helpful in answering my questions about selecting a panama and sizing. I went with the Cuban at his recommendation and man, it is an amazing hat! It suits my head shape perfectly, I've received lots of compliments on it, but most importantly, it is very light and cools my head astonishingly well. Just the slightest breeze and I've got instant a/c. Thanks Oksa!
I love a panama hat, and have many I rotate through, but don't like travelling with them because they get bent out of shape so easily.
A YouTube search on how to travel with hats led me to Oska's shop and my purchase of The Traveller, which arrived just in time for a 2 week trip to Japan and France.
The hat looks great, fits well (thanks to Oska's email assistance) and handles the rigours of travel better than I thought it would, springing back to shape from all manner of mis-treatment.
Great value for the price, I thoroughly recommend Oska and his hats, especially The Traveller.
The buying process was unbelievable. Placed an order and rapidly received a personal response asking if I had ordered the correct size. Sent in my measurements and it turned out I needed a size larger than what I had ordered. Who knew that hats shrink!
A week or so later the hat was in my hands. Quick considering that it had to make it from Australia to the United States. Tried it on, too big! My wife handed me an envelope which contained foam shims. Three of these and a perfect fit which will allow for shrinkage (hat, not my brain).
Wore it today for the first time other than trying it on. Hardly noticed it was there. Super comfortable. Looks good too!
If you want a piece of garbage with no customer service I guess there is Amazon.
If you want a great hat that will fit, you are in the right place!
Just arrived - absolutely amazing hat! And, I can’t say enough about how helpful Oska was in finding me the right hat, and his customer service is extraordinary. I’ll be buying more.
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How to Clean a Panama Hat - Sweat Stains, Mould, and Spills
How to Clean a Panama Hat: Sweat Stains, Mould, and Spills
A gentleman called from Singapore today, desperate to clean his very expensive Panama after spilling a cup of coffee on it. Accidents happen, and it breaks your heart, but they can be solved relatively easily.
A Panama is much like linen: porous, very durable and prone to absorbing stains. I lean towards natural solutions, because a hat sits on my skin and I don’t like absorbing unnecessary chemicals.
How to Clean Dirt and Dust from a Panama Hat
If your hat gets dusty and dirty, it is time to give it a brush. Any brush will do, but I prefer a stiff-bristle kitchen brush with nylon bristles. The idea is for the bristles to reach into the texture of the weave and flick out the dust particles. If your hat is very soft, be gentle. Stiffer hats don’t mind so much. Sometimes I use a pin to pick out stuck debris.
Work your way around the hat and you will be amazed at how much it improves the appearance.
How to Remove Sweat Stains from a Panama Hat
The most common question I get is how to get sweat stains out. Because a Panama is porous, anything mixed with sweat goes into the fibres and lodges in your hat. Makeup, sunscreen and hair products will colour the area around the band. The same quality that keeps you cool also absorbs stains. This is the toughest one to budge, but if you love your hat, be patient and it will work out.
For spot stains elsewhere on the hat, gel bleach works a treat.
How to Clean Coffee, Wine and Other Spills from a Panama Hat
The trick is to wash the stain out quickly, before it sets. Your hat is already wet, so wet it more and pat with a dry cloth or paper towel. Adding a little detergent won’t hurt, but check first if it is an unusual liquid. I find one tablespoon each of dish soap and vinegar is very effective. Use clean white cloths or towels so no colours transfer.
Red wine can be difficult, and I recommend a diluted hydrogen peroxide solution. The wine soaks into the fibres and runs along them, so you will need to be patient.
How to Clean a Panama Hat Ribbon or Band
Ribbons are typically polyester, so they can be cleaned with diluted dish soap and water. Pat them dry and everything will look like new. If the ribbon is silk, be very careful, as it can run easily.
How to Remove Grease and Oil from a Panama Hat
I often work on cars, so my hats get greasy and very dirty. I have used hand cleaner very successfully. Rub it thoroughly into the stain with a toothbrush, then wash off and pat dry. If it is an abrasive hand cleaner with pumice, be gentle or you will wear a mark in your hat.
How to Get Mould Out of a Panama Hat
Now this can be tricky. Once mould is alive in the hat fibres it can spread like crazy. It is very rare, but it does happen, particularly in the tropics, where it is a common problem in houses. When your hat is stored wet from wearing and the right fungus has found a home, it will destroy your hat.
Remember: Treat Your Panama Like Linen
Your Panama straw is very much like linen in texture, qualities and behaviour. If you are unsure what to do about an unusual stain, look up linen. Like all stains, you may need to do a little research to solve your problem.
Often the problem lies in the quality of the hat you own. If it is a cheap tourist Panama, it will stain very easily and fall apart. If it is “paper straw,” don’t even try to clean it. Choosing the right hat to start with will dramatically change your experience. Read our guide for Buying a Panama Hat.
If you are confused, please send me an email and I will help you out. My passion for Panamas extends to cleaning and restoring old ones, solving problems and making the most of what you have.
Love,
Truffaux