Tilley

About Tilley

Tilley began with a sailing problem. Alex Tilley was fed up with hats that blew off or sank, so he made a durable, wide-brim hat for outdoor use and founded Tilley Endurables. The hats have since been supplied to Canadian soldiers during the Gulf War and worn by explorers such as Sir Edmund Hillary. Tilley is designed collaboratively in Canada, with a headquarters and manufacturing plant in Toronto, and it grew from hats into travel clothing, including anti-pickpocket travel pants, then Tilley Sport and a workwear line with RONA. The hats float, repel rain, give UPF 50+ sun protection and have an adjustable wind cord. UK retailers list hats from £12.95 to £75.95.