Red Flapper Cloche Hat with Side Bow – Veronica

Cloche Hats & Flapper Hats

Red is the colour that shows up in winter photos. Grey streets, dark coats, and then one red hat. This flapper cloche hat is made for exactly that role: a single strong accent on a neutral outfit.

It's wool, with a fabric bow on the side and a warm inner lining. The 1920s bell shape frames the face, and the red sits right where people look first.

Making Red Look Easy

Pair it with neutrals and it can't go wrong: a cream knit, as in the photos, a camel coat, grey or navy. Let the hat be the only bright piece. Repeating the red once in gloves or a bag ties the outfit together; more than once starts to look matched.

Red also suits most skin tones better than people expect, because it sits above the face rather than next to it like a scarf.

Sizing

This style has no drawstring, so the range you choose is the fit you get. Between two ranges, take the larger one.

Specifications

• Material: Wool
• Detail: Fabric bow on the side
• Lining: Warm inner lining
• Color: Red
• Sizes Available: 55–60 cm (see size guide above)
• Season: Winter, demi-season
• Care: Dry clean or spot-clean only; do not machine wash
• Origin: Handcrafted in Ukraine

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More red and neutral options: cloche and flapper hats.

Questions People Ask

Which size red flapper hat fits a 58 cm head?

Choose L, which covers 57–58 cm. If you're exactly at 58 and prefer a softer fit, XL (59–60 cm) is the alternative. This hat has no drawstring, so the size you pick is the fit you get. Measure around the head a finger above the ears with a soft tape.

Will the red fade in sunlight?

Strong reds are among the first colours to soften with long sun exposure. Keep the hat out of sunny windows and car shelves when you're not wearing it, and the colour will stay deep for years. Avoid water washing, which can also dull strong dyes.

Is a red cloche too bold for everyday?

Less than it sounds. With a plain coat, a red cloche is the only colour in the outfit, which looks deliberate. Many people wear a red hat daily through winter precisely because it lifts dark clothes. Start with grey or camel coats if you're unsure.

What colour coat goes with a red hat?

Camel, grey, navy, black and cream all work. Camel makes the red warmer, grey makes it brighter, navy makes it look classic. Avoid strong patterns or other bright colours like green or orange coats, which compete with the hat.

Is this a good Christmas gift?

Red is an easy gift colour, because it feels festive without being tied to one holiday. Check the recipient's head size, discreetly if needed, since the hat is fixed size. Sizes cover 55 to 60 cm across three options.

How should a cloche sit on the head?

Low and close. The edge should rest just above the eyebrows at the front and cover the top of the ears or sit just above them. Worn high on the back of the head, a cloche loses its 1920s line. Tilt it slightly to the bow side for a softer look.

How do I remove a stain from red wool?

Blot, don't rub. Use a cloth barely dampened with cold water and work from the outside of the mark inward. Let it dry naturally. For oil or make-up marks, take the hat to a dry cleaner and mention it's red wool so they avoid processes that move dye.

Does Veronica come in other colours?

Yes, Veronica is also made in black, dark grey and beige, with the same shape, bow and lining. Red is the brightest of the four. If you'd like red in a different style, the Beatrice and Victoria cloches also come in red.