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You have your sun hat for the beach, but it's sunny in the city, too! Unlike your shore- or pool-side version, a city hat is meant for everyday wear, which means you should look for one that has a narrower brim (to avoid collisons on crowded pavements and packed subway cars) and in a neutral color (to complement any one of your city-chic ensembles—a pretty floral dress, white-hot separates, and so on). And by "city," we mean any place other than the beach. Take the minimalist route and go for straw fedoras or Panama hats stripped free of any frills except for a neutral ribbon wrapped around the bow, but if you're up for making a statement, we suggest a super modern graphic color-block style. Complete your hat collection with our roundup of six chic styles, below.

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H&M

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$15 H&M available at hm.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

Get the best bang for your buck with this affordable option (perfect for those who are prone to accidentally leaving hats behind).

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Rag & Bone

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$230 Rag & Bone available at rag-bone.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

The rich brown tone is a nice alternative to the standard white.

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Maison Michel

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$397 (originally $662) Maison Michel available at matchesfashion.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

Invest in this timeless hat—you'll wear it forever.

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TOMAS MAIER

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$245 (originally $350) Tomas Maier available at mytheresa.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

Play up contrast and pair this structured style with a flowy floral dress.

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Madewell

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$32 Madewell available at nordstrom.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

If you’re always wearing black, this one's for you.

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Zara

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$13 (originally $30) Zara available at zara.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

Graphic black-and-white looks chic on city streets.

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6 Chic Straw Hats You Can Wear in the City

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H&M