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    Hats Unlimited

    3.8 (30 reviews)
    ModerateHats, Accessories
    Open 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Every size,  shape and style in this selection!
    Teri G.

    This is the greatest selection of every kind of hat and style imaginable. Prices seemed very competitive. All of the hats we saw were well made and top quality. This is a fun place to step into on State street! The service was deadpan, but sadly typical these days so I still gave 5 stars because this is a must see fun experience! Don't miss it!

    crazy hats
    Timmy S.

    Crazy hats. And normal hats for men, women and children. Hats. They've got 'em. My wife walked by earlier in the day and saw a couple summer hats through the window she liked so we stopped in later that afternoon. She tried a few on and found one she liked. She quickly paid and left the store wearing it. I like that the staff allows customers to try the hats on without making a fuss or hovering over you. Caps and visors too.

    Very unsatisfactory experience! Purchased a Bigalli hat made in Equador for sun protection playing golf (told the clerk). The hat was worn a limited number of times and deteriorated over a year as noted in the pictures attached. I was told by HU I didn't care for the hat properly (in a condescending tone) which doesn't last in dry conditions without regular maintenance (I live in Houston which is very humid) even though the salesclerk didn't mention anything about climate and maintenance. Also, must take the hat off by the brim apparently and not the top like most hats or the result is the middle picture. I was offered a discount if I purchased another product but unfortunately after the lack of quality with this hat and follow-up customer service treatment, I had no interest in further dealings with HU. This is one of the very few reviews I have taken the time to write which is an indication of how I felt about their customer service/product quality.

    Silly hats
    Angela R.

    If you're looking for a sun hat, fedora, western hats, funny hat, or something for the kids then you should check this place out! They offer a good variety of hats that are well made at reasonable prices. They also have a small section of sports hats as well. I was looking for a new fedora and I couldn't make up my mind because there are so many nice ones to choose from; both for men and women.They start at about $13.99 and up. I will definitely be back to find that perfect hat.

    New hat
    Kaylah A.

    Plenty of options and styles. Hand sanitizer available, social distant. Good Mitro's around to view hat options. Love the hat I chose

    Dad and his hats
    Zoie F.

    I came to Hats Unlimited with my parents and boyfriend on a day trip to Santa Barbara, my dad has been looking for a hat to lounge by the pool with and had a very specific style in mind. Hats Unlimited caught our attention and we decided to pay them a visit. They have hats for men, women, and children as well as novelty hats and sunglasses and their prices range from $10 to upwards of $70 (my dad found a hat he liked, but unfortunately the price tag was $50 and out of his budget). Staff was friendly and the girl working was very helpful. They also did not seem to mind that we were taking photos and trying on a variety of different hats.

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    Lianne K.

    We've been to their sister location in Ventura Harbor many times. Yesterday was the first time at the Santa Barbara store. Dear Hubby needs to wear hats these days due to a tendency toward skin cancer. He found one in a lightweight fedora style with a mesh crown section. It has a braided leather band feature, as well. I'm fond of shape-able ribbon-style hats, but couldn't find one in a color I liked. Instead, I chose a woven paper-fiber straw in a soft olive green shade. $19! They have a lot of cute knock-around hats in fabrics with floral embellishments. Most are reasonably priced. They have a wide selection from novelty to sun-protection to high fashion. The sun protection type are most prevalent, with straw hats in many different styles. They have a few cowboy-esque hats, including stars & stripes patterned ones. Fun place to browse, with helpful sales associates.

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    Love this hat shop! Great selection of hats. I needed my cowboy hat enlarged and Laurie was so helpful and what she did worked great!

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    Very cool array of hats. A simple stroll along the blvd and I discovered this place. Large selection not reflective online. Ty

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    Just like the title says, they have all sorts of hats. The sales staff is polite and helpful; this is my go to hat supply shop.

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    Lovely selection and the store clerk was very helpful. We bought great 5 hats! Recommended.

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    Wide variety of hats for all occasions. Decent prices, nice selection, and friendly staff.

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    The best hat store in Santa Barbara by far. A beautiful friendly staff and great music goes a long way when buying a hat.

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