A hat is a versatile and functional accessory that a man can wear it to finish off an outfit or to make a fashion statement.
Wearing a baseball cap to a sporting event or a stylish Panama hat to a seaside vacation is a way a man can show his sense of style. And removing his hat shows a gesture of respect and knowing when to take it off is as important as wearing the right hat or outfit for the occasion.
Here are a few general guidelines, according to advice from Emily Post, for taking off hats indoors for men:
- at the dinner table
- at the movie theater and art performances
- at the office
- in restaurants or pubs
- in schools, churches, courthouses, and libraries
- at home and in someone’s house
- outdoor and indoor games during the national anthem
- parades or other activities when the national song is played
A gentleman is a man who shows manners and respect with both his words and his actions.
