It's no surprise that a store with a history like Goorin Bros. would have one of the best selections of hats in Boston. They have been in the hat business since 1895.

Fat Tony's 273 Newbury St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 236-4990 www.fat-tonys.com. Of course, not everyone is looking to bring hats back as an everyday fashion accessory.

Salmagundi, a hat shop in Boston's Jamaica Plain neighborhood, is packed with colorful and stylish hats. Owners Andria Rapagnola and Jessen Fitzpatrick keep about 3,000 hats on display in the ...