This hat is exactly what I was hoping for. I prefer wearing beanie style hats over any other but I live in Texas...so obviously it gets very hot. Usually I have to pack my beanies away and switch to something else...not with this one. It has great slouch to it, the fabric breathes and makes my head feel cooler in the sun by blocking out the heat. I got the light blue, the color is lovely. I sewed on some patches to make it more unique to me and now it gets worn everyday.