This is the only hat shop in Phily. They carry a wide…read morevariety of hats including Fedora,Ivy hats,western hats and more. I especially their European style luxury hat section...from Germany ,Italy,Belgium..Spain ,Island...

I always buy a hat before going to another book show. I picked up two affordable, gorgeous hats…read morethat will match my 1930s eyeglasses. The owner took extra special care of this old guy. I will definitely return. I told him about my book, and he was very interested in the cover picture. We even took selfies. What a wonderful man!! LJF

Look no further than J J Hat Center if you are in the market for a high quality hat. They have a…read moregreat selection and knowledgeable staff. I went in for one and ended up purchasing three men's hats. A plus - it's woman owned.

4 stars because this is a terrific little classic hat store that rocks an old NYC style. Amazing…read moreselection of beautiful hats. I am new to formal headwear, and my father suggested that I go here for a proper fitting and customization. I was excited about it! It felt like a next step in my adulthood as I grow into a middle-aged vibe. I took my 12-year-old son to show him the difference in quality between a mass retailer and a bespoke, local, small business retail experience. I splurged +1k on 3 new hats. I love them, but the service was nothing like it used to be, as I understand it. This is where I would give it a much lower rating if it weren't such a great little spot. 2 Stars: The two young women working were not very knowledgeable, seemed quite apathetic, and essentially left me to my own devices to sort fit, shape, etc. out. They answered questions about care adequately and showed me several hats that I asked to see, but in a detached way. In short, it was a very disappointing experience and not bespoke at all. My father was mystified when I told him about it. I don't generally leave reviews, good or bad, unless things go too far. But after reading through the low reviews, often from long-term loyal customers who lament experiences similar to mine and the recent change in ownership, I am bothered by the defensiveness in the owner's replies. Many of them say [the milliner has resigned due to health, and therefore we no longer offer shaping or repair services] or [come in for a chat to correct your misinformation]. WHAT?! That is how you respond? On a public forum? Marketing yourself as a luxury shop but responding like a cranky clerk? Why not hire a new milliner? Or train a new one? Find a way to outsource it in the meantime. But telling decades-long high-paying customers to do it themselves at home over a kettle...what are you talking about? Should I learn to tailor and do dry cleaning in my bathtub, too? Turns out, the problem is top-down. The new owner has clearly wrecked this place and doesn't seem to care; it's all about her. Another NYC institution bites the dust. All of that said, it's a unique place. One of the last vestiges. Go there.

I love visiting this store! Beautiful hats - a bit over my price point at $200+, but fun to dream…read moreabout and browse.

The selections were decent, but the experience was disappointing. It seems like running a business…read morein a tourist area has taken a toll on the Manager. Honestly, I'm not sure who has worst customer service skills--a mid-2000s MVA employee or her.

They make fantastic hats if you are a hat lover or not. Well worth going to the show room the next…read moretime you are in New York City just to see so many really beautiful hats in a well designed space. I recently purchased the Pueblo straw hot, it was beautiful and the purchase experience was easy, and professional. If Orlando is in the shop the next time you are there, you can feel his passion for making beautiful hats...and that is a nice experience for a hat lover.

Great hats and great customer service! I loved my Monticristi so much I bought a second.read more

This is such a gem of a hat shop. The owner, Linda, was very knowledgeable and helpful in fitting…read morethe right type of hat with the right head. It was a charming and worthwhile experience all around.

Wanted just the right hat for my first ever, and really benefited from the breadth of their…read moreselection and depth of their knowledge. Felt very much at home and with their help ended up with the perfect Gatsby cap. Highly recommended for friendliness and service.

The selection is amazing, and the guys were so patient with my husband, who is very hard to please…read moreand creates a very tedious shopping experience!

Came across this gem in the lower east side . always loved hats and I have tons of them but never…read morerealized there were so many more options, fabrics and options . A little on the pricier side but they're pretty much the manufacturer's pricing. Purchased my first Stetson docker hat. Staff is knowledgeable and helpful too.