Straw Hats

Branded Straw Boater Hats — Custom Event Headwear

Also known as: Straw Boater Hats · Custom Printed Boater Hat · Branded Boating Straw Hat

There's a particular kind of summer afternoon — long grass, low sun, a crowd half-cut on rosé — where a straw boater stops being a hat and starts being a posture. Sit it on the head and the whole demeanour shifts. People hold themselves differently under a brim.

Woven in natural straw with a black grosgrain band, the boater takes a logo across the ribbon in a clean 25 by 80 millimetre print — neat, legible, the kind of branding that reads from across a lawn without ever shouting. Choose between an 8cm brim for proper shade theatrics or a tidier 6cm for guests who prefer their accessories restrained. Both sit at adult sizing.

Where this earns its keep: race days, polo afternoons, marquee activations, a beachside brand house where you want your guests photographed and the photographs to travel. Boaters have an unfair advantage in pictures. They flatter almost everyone, they cast a graphic shadow, and they signal that whoever is hosting has thought about the day in three dimensions. Minimum order 2,000 pieces, with six to eight weeks from artwork approval — enough time to plan the playlist and order more rosé than you think you'll need.

Our custom printed straw boater style hats are the latest fashion accessory. Great for event promotions. Print your logo onto the black ribbon band.

Boating straw hats are great for the beach and also classy for upmarket events.

Option of 8cm size brim or 6cm size brim.

Branded Straw Boater Hats — Custom Event Headwear
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Need this unbranded in bulk? We supply plain stock too — usually at a lower per-unit price. Ask for an unbranded quote →

Specifications

PID13495
Min Order2,000
Production Time6 – 8 weeks
Size8cm or 6cm size brim. adult hat
Print Size25x80mm
Colour
Natural
Branding Options1 Colour Silkscreen Print
Target Market18-25 Years, Fashion, Female, Hospitality, Public
PurposeBeach, Enviro, Lifestyle, Outdoor, Travel

Price List

  • All prices are per unit, and are exclusive of GST.
  • Setup price: AU$280.00
QuantityPrice Per Unit
2,000 pcsAU$24.57
3,000 pcsAU$23.69
5,000 pcsAU$22.05
10,000 pcsAU$21.25
20,000 pcsAU$20.60
30,000 pcsAU$19.94
50,000 pcsAU$17.90
100,000 pcsAU$17.02
SetupAU$280.00
Price Per Unit (2,000 × AU$24.57)AU$49,140.00
Total CostAU$49,420.00 + Freight + GST

Samples

Samples are available on request. Please contact us for more information.

1 pcs (unbranded) AU$18.72 + AU$17.00 freight (Incl. GST)

THE BRAND MANAGER’S TAKE

Why Branded Straw Boater Hats — Custom Event Headwear works

A wearable summer mood that turns your event staff and guests into one effortlessly stylish, instantly photographable crowd.

CLEVER WAYS TO USE IT
  • Borrow the speakeasy-era doorman ritual: a boutique gin or vermouth brand hands one to every guest at a rooftop launch, turning the hat itself into the dress code — entry is contingent on wearing it, and the whole crowd becomes a moving brand photograph.
  • Steal from the vineyard cellar-door welcome: a regional winery uses the boater as the tour guide's signature piece, then gifts a guest version at the tasting's end so the cellar visit lives on as a sun hat worn every summer back home.
  • Lift the regatta crew-uniform tradition: a real-estate agency working a waterfront development kits its open-home hosts in matching boaters, instantly reading as 'coastal lifestyle' before a single floorplan is mentioned.
  • Adapt the barbershop-quartet stagecraft: an arts festival or theatre season uses them as usher identifiers, so the people directing you to your seat feel like part of the performance rather than hi-vis staff.
The only hat that makes a name badge feel underdressed.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum order for Straw Boater Hats?

The minimum order is 2000 units. Volume discounts apply — at 50,000 units the per-unit price drops to $17.90 (27% lower than at the 2,000-unit mark). Larger quantities mean a lower per-unit price.

Can I brand Straw Boater Hats with my company logo?

Yes — Straw Boater Hats can be decorated with 1-colour-silkscreen-print. Sense2 will send you an artwork proof and a branded sample (sample cost + freight applies, credited back on your order) before production so you can check the logo placement, colour match and finish before we run the full order.

How long does production take?

Standard production time is 6–8 weeks once artwork and payment are approved. Fast-turnaround options may be available for urgent events — contact Sense2 with your deadline and we'll tell you what's possible.

Can I order a sample of Straw Boater Hats before placing a full order?

Yes — samples are available. Sample cost plus freight applies, and the cost is credited back to you when you proceed with your order. Branded pre-production samples are also available with a setup fee that's credited back on the full order.

What size is Straw Boater Hats and how much branding can it carry?

Product size: 8cm or 6cm size brim. adult hat. Print area: 25x80mm. If your logo or artwork needs more space, talk to Sense2 — we can often suggest an alternative product with a larger print area.

What colours does Straw Boater Hats come in?

Straw Boater Hats is stocked in: Natural.

What's the best bulk price for Straw Boater Hats?

Pricing starts at $24.57 per unit at 2,000 units and drops to $17.02 at 100,000+ units. Pricing is for branded product — setup fees and artwork approval are separate. Send Sense2 your exact quantity for a tier-matched quote.

Can I pair Straw Boater Hats with other branded merchandise?

Yes — Sense2 can build you a coordinated Brand Kit with items that work together. For Straw Boater Hats, customers often pair it with branded notebooks, pens, lanyards and tote bags. Tell us the audience and event and we'll curate the kit.

Who is Straw Boater Hats best suited to as a corporate gift or giveaway?

Picture this: a cellar-door guest → driving home from a wine region with the windows down, the boater on the passenger seat already promising next year's trip. That's the kind of moment Straw Boater Hats is made for. Tell Sense2 who you're trying to reach and we'll confirm it's the right fit — or point you to a sharper one.

What kind of campaign is Straw Boater Hats good for?

Think of it this way — "The only hat that makes a name badge feel underdressed". For example: Borrow the speakeasy-era doorman ritual: a boutique gin or vermouth brand hands one to every guest at a rooftop launch, turning the hat itself into the dress code — entry is contingent on wearing it, and the whole crowd becomes a moving brand photograph. It's the right call when you want the gift to feel considered rather than generic, and Sense2 will brand it to match your identity and the moment.

What makes Straw Boater Hats a clever choice rather than just another giveaway?

A wearable summer mood that turns your event staff and guests into one effortlessly stylish, instantly photographable crowd. That's the angle our brand team would pitch — a gift that earns a second look and a place on the desk, not the bin.

Find it. Love it. Keep it.

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