IS RAFFIA DURABLE? As a natural fibre, Raffia is pliable, strong and extremely durable. we have customers show us their 20-year-old hats where the neoprene band has worn away but the rest of the hat is in perfect shape!

Can raffia hats get wet?

Be extra careful not to get a natural straw or raffia hat wet, because they can easily lose their shape and be difficult to re-shape. Should your hat get wet, let it dry naturally away from direct sun or an artificial heat source. However… your straw hat might need to get a gentle steaming every once in a while!

Is raffia good for hats?

Raffia is the most sustainable type of palm known to hat makers. The palms on this tree can grow from 60 to 80 feet, and can be harvested without damage to the plant itself.