Tula Women's Somerset Hat Hand Crafted Imported UPF 50+ SUN PROTECTION : 3 1/2 inch brim Tested by the California Polytechnic University Textile Laboratory and rated excellent protection with 0% transmittance BREATHABLE PALM : our natural palm fiber is grown in the warm coastal areas of Mexico and as a sustainable fiber is environmentally friendly FAIR TRADE by Artisan Milliners from Mexico who have been weaving hats over 500 years ; Long term relationships are at the heart of Fair Trade and we work closely with the artisans to ensure fair wages, safe working conditions, and economic growth PACKABLE & DURABLE : Palm is very pliable and can be packed in a suitcase with articles of clothing stuffed in and around the crown NATURALLY WATER RESISTANT ; The overlapping layers of braided and lockstitched palm provide protection against both sun and light rain ; dry naturally and reshape as needed