Material, and what that material is good at. The Bedford is recycled nylon ripstop, which is weather-resistant and the one to pick if there is any chance of rain. The Hatfield is cotton, softer to wear and more breathable, which makes it the better choice for hot, dry days and for anyone who does not like a technical fabric against their forehead.

The Bedford is. Its recycled nylon ripstop is weather-resistant, so light rain runs off rather than soaking in, which is why it works for festivals and dog walks in British weather. The cotton Hatfield will absorb a heavy shower, so treat that one as a sun hat rather than a wet-weather hat.

Anywhere you want shade without carrying a rigid brim. The downward brim covers your face, ears and the back of your neck, which makes it useful for festivals, beach days, gardening, long walks and travel. It is also the one hat that packs into a bag without needing to keep its shape, unlike a cap or a straw hat.

Often, yes. Our hats sit in the same colour palette as the bags, so shades like Teal, Corn, Black and Graphite appear across both. If you already own a bag in one of those colours, there is a good chance you can pair it exactly, or deliberately clash it, which is the more fun option.