Top It Off Like A Western Woman In A Felt Hat

The Wild West is associated in our collective imagination with strength, perseverance, and a whole lot of grit. So even though most of us aren’t riding around on horses or exploring unfamiliar territory in our daily lives, it’s easy to see why we admire the style of those who did.

If you can’t help but dream of roaming the wide open prairie, here are three Western leading ladies to inspire your next outfit.

Annie Oakley

As the gun-toting female sharpshooter whose life inspired the Broadway hit musical Annie Get Your Gun, Annie Oakley represents a true force in history. Her incredible shot was discovered when as a teenager she beat traveling marksman Frank Butler, who later become her husband and co-performer in Buffalo Bill’s Wild West show. Channel this competitive woman’s no-fuss look with a brown hat and a vintage-inspired dress.

Jessie from Toy Story

The rambunctious, tomboyish toy with the flaming hair made her debut in the modern children’s classic film Toy Story 2—and has been stealing hearts ever since. Pledge your sartorial allegiance to this kid-friendly cowgirl by donning a hat as red as hers and pairing it with a Western-style button-up shirt.

Daisy Duke from Dukes of Hazzard

If you’re ready to heat things up a little bit, let Daisy Duke inspire your all-American look. This sexy character from the old TV show has inspired hordes of denim cut-offs since she made her 1979 small screen debut. Just add a cowboy hat and a tied-at-the-waist plaid shirt, and you’ll have the look down pat.

You’ll look fit to ride off into the sunset—whether on horseback or in a hot rod—in a Western felt hat.

Say howdy to a Western felt hat.

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