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.

Does raffia protect from sun?

Raffia straw is grown on the island of Madagascar. This is a heavier straw which is very durable, flexible and offers great sun protection. … Raffia may be braided coarsely or fine.