Classic supple felt fedora product image (primary)
Single black felt fedora shown from a slightly angled front view; pinched crown with a center dent and a medium-width brim with a narrow stitched leather-like band and a small tied loop on the right side.

Le 31

Classic Supple Felt Fedora

5/5 (2)
CA$89.00CAD
In Stock

This Classic Supple Felt Fedora is a hat from Le 31 by Simons, designed in Canada and made in Italy. Constructed from thick, water-repellent 100% wool felt, it has a matching felted band, a slightly upturned brim, a padded inner band, and includes size-reducer tape for a custom fit. The hat is suitable for outdoor wear owing to its water-repellent felt.

Material
100% wool felt
Gender
unisex
Style
classic
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Hats

Specifications

Classic fedora hat crafted from thick, water-repellent wool felt with a slightly upturned brim and padded inner band.

Water-repellent wool felt, matching felted band, padded inner band, size-reducer tape.

Material
100% wool felt
Style
classic
Gender
unisex
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Hats

Additional Attributes

  • thick high-quality wool felt
  • water-repellent finish
  • matching felted band
  • slightly upturned brim
  • padded inner band
  • size-reducer tape included
  • made in Italy
  • supple fabric feel
  • classic fedora silhouette

Product Insights

Le 31's Classic Supple Felt Fedora is an Italian-crafted travel companion made from thick water-repellent wool felt that rolls without creasing and recovers shape after packing, with size-reducer tape for a custom fit as the wool relaxes into a lived-in patina over a year of wear; it sheds light rain and spills but saturates in steady downpours, requiring careful drying to avoid spotting and warping, yet at $89 CAD it undercuts a $115 competitor for comparable Italian origin and features.

Verified claims

Shape recovery
The supple wool felt rolls or folds without sharp creasing, improving the chances the fedora recovers its shape after packing.
Travel protection
Water-repellent felt helps guard against dampness and spills inside luggage so the hat maintains its shape and finish when packed.
Reshaping
Damp reshaping with a light water spray can restore the hat's shape after packing, and the size-reducer tape maintains fit as wool relaxes.
Light rain performance
Sheds light rain and accidental spills, recovering with simple air-drying.
Heavy rain limitation
Water-repellent rather than waterproof; intended for light rain and spills, not steady downpours.
Origin
The 'Made in Italy' label on this fedora requires at least two major textile phases in Italy, so it is not merely assembled there.
Craftsmanship
Italian millinery is associated with refined finishing and precision blocking, supporting better initial shape definition and consistent quality.
Materials
Thick water-repellent 100% wool felt with matching felted band.
Value
At $89 CAD, Italian origin and features beat the $115 CAD competitor.
Patina
Wool felt develops a relaxed, slightly fuzzy lived-in character with repeated wear.
Fit adjustment
Size-reducer tape tightens fit as felt relaxes; padded band ensures comfort.
Water repellency
The water-repellent finish helps prevent saturation and warping that unprotected wool can suffer in wet weather.
Fit features
Includes padded inner band and size-reducer tape for immediate custom fit.
Build quality
Thick 100% wool felt and matching felted band for refined look and durability.
Sizing guide
Head circumference ranges per size: M 57-58 cm, L 59-60 cm, XL 61-62 cm.
Earthy neutrals palette
Pairs seamlessly with muted earthy tones for a polished, intentional look.
Brim styling
Slightly upturned brim allows contemporary all-around upturned styling for casual wear.
Seasonal styling
Complements fall/winter staples: wool coats, knitwear, boots, and earth tones.
Cleaning
Dry brush regularly, damp-sponge with mild soap for spots, and avoid machine washing.
Shape retention
Rolls or folds without sharp creasing; reshape by lightly spritzing and molding, then air dry away from direct sunlight. Wool softens with repeated wear.
Band construction
The felted band is made from the same wool felt as the crown, which avoids the mixed-fabric stress points common on ribbon-trimmed fedoras and reduces the tendency for band separation over time.
Value comparison
This fedora is less expensive than the popular Scala Godfather wool Homburg, which sells for about $115 CAD equivalent, while adding water repellency and Italian origin that the Scala lacks.
Water-repellent finish
The water-repellent label reflects an added chemical finish that improves the wool's ability to shed moisture beyond its natural lanolin.

Product record

Title
Classic Supple Felt Fedora
Brand
Le 31
Price
89 CAD
Availability
In stock

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Classic Supple Felt Fedora: Choose this if you want a classic felt fedora in water-repellent 100% wool, made in Italy, with a slightly upturned medium-width brim and a matching felted band. The padded inner band and included size-reducer tape help you fine-tune the fit, and it comes in medium, large, and extra-large sizes in black or ivory/cream beige.[1,2]Black-Band Fedora: Choose this if you want a lightweight, 100% paper straw fedora with a classic creased crown, wide black fabric band, and a short 1.5 inch (3.75 cm) brim that turns up at the back and down at the front, in an ivory/cream beige herringbone weave. It comes in medium and large sizes and is a Simons-exclusive design made in Canada. Note that some feedback indicates the straw top may arrive with loose strands poking out from unsecured stitching, which can make the hat look frayed.[3,4,5]Ivory Paper Straw Fedora: Choose this if you want a classic fedora silhouette in a light, soft 100% paper straw, with a creased pinched crown, a flat 3-inch (8 cm) brim, and a narrow brown leather-style band tied at the side. It has a tight braided weave with a herringbone-like chevron pattern and a reinforced inner headband for comfort. Note that this listing covers the size MEDIUM variant in Ivory/Cream Beige, and the band's exact material composition is not confirmed.[6,7]

Image Analysis

2 images
Classic supple felt fedora product image (primary)
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Product

Single black felt fedora shown from a slightly angled front view; pinched crown with a center dent and a medium-width brim with a narrow stitched leather-like band and a small tied loop on the right side.

  • Crown shapeTapered fedora crown with a center dent and two gentle pinches toward the front, creating an asymmetrical front peak.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.48 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Brim geometryFlat, medium-width brim extending evenly around the hat with a smooth rounded outer edge.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.66 · w 0.88 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Surface textureUniform matte felt texture covering crown and brim with a soft, slightly napped surface appearance.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.50 · w 0.76 · h 0.42 (high)
  • Decorative bandNarrow stitched band encircling the base of the crown; appears slightly glossier than the felt and includes a small folded or tied loop detail on the right-front side.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.68 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Right-side loop detailSmall folded or wrapped tab on the band at the right-front position, forming a short overlapping loop.
    1 regionx 0.64 · y 0.70 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high)

Other

Studio product shot with a neutral light gray background, soft top lighting and a faint cast shadow beneath the hat; image is centered and cropped to show the full hat and some surrounding background.

  • BackgroundEven light gray seamless background filling the frame.
  • Lighting and shadowSoft overhead lighting produces a subtle shadow under the brim toward the bottom-right of the hat.
    1 regionx 0.14 · y 0.78 · w 0.72 · h 0.12 (medium)
  • Shot compositionHat placed near the lower center of the image, photographed from a slightly elevated front-right angle showing crown and brim contour.

Colors

very dark charcoal· felt body (crown and brim)#1B1B14black with subtle sheen· decorative band#1D1D1D
Classic supple felt fedora product image 2
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Product

Close-up of the fedora showing the upper crown, the hatband with wrapped loop detail, and the front portion of the brim in a matte felt texture.

  • Crown shapeTapered fedora crown with a straight, slightly rounded front edge visible; surface shows uniform felt nap.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.02 · w 0.78 · h 0.60 (high)
  • Brim visible edgeFront portion of the brim visible with a flat top surface and subtle rolled outer edge; brim lies nearly horizontal in the image.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.57 · w 0.95 · h 0.43 (high)
  • Hatband constructionThin matching felt hatband with a braided or looped knot detail at the front; band appears to be stitched along its top edge and secured with two wrapped loops.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.50 · w 0.80 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Surface textureUniform short nap felt texture across crown and brim with slightly denser pile on the band loops, giving a subtle contrast in sheen.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.02 · w 0.90 · h 0.95 (medium)

Other

Studio product shot cropped tightly on the hat, neutral light gray background, even soft lighting with minimal shadowing.

  • Shot compositionTight detail crop framing the left-front of the hat; crown fills upper left area and brim extends to lower right corner; edges of the hat are cropped.
  • Background and lightingSmooth light gray background with soft, diffuse lighting that minimizes harsh shadows; a faint shadow appears beneath the brim on the lower right.
    1 regionx 0.70 · y 0.80 · w 0.25 · h 0.18 (medium)
  • Image limitationsClose crop excludes full hat outline and interior; only the outer surface and band details are visible.

Colors

deep black· felt body (crown and brim)#0E0E0Cblack (band)· hatband and wrapped loops#0E0E0C

Variants

6 SKUs
All variants of Classic Supple Felt Fedora
SKUTitlePriceAvail
4426429Classic Supple Felt Fedora - Black - MediumCA$89.00Yes
4426430Classic Supple Felt Fedora - Black - LargeCA$89.00Yes
4426431Classic Supple Felt Fedora - Black - X-LargeCA$89.00Yes
4516103Classic Supple Felt Fedora - Ivory/cream Beige - MediumCA$89.00Yes
4516104Classic Supple Felt Fedora - Ivory/cream Beige - LargeCA$89.00Yes
4516105Classic Supple Felt Fedora - Ivory/cream Beige - X-LargeCA$89.00Yes

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Customer Reviews

2 total
5

2 reviews · out of 5

Chapeau tout aller

★★★★★Geneviève M.

Je l’adore !! Il est parfait

Allure classique

★★★★★Louise J.

Donne un style remarqué

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/men-accessories/hats-caps-tuques/hats/classic-supple-felt-fedora--11535-25303?colourId=0
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