Just think about the ghutrah, Arabs have always known that covering the head is the best protection against the sun. And while we love culture and tradition we appreciate modern technology that helps us stay active and safe while we’re out and about. We have been reaching for our sun hats whenever we’re out during the day. And we have fallen in love with the wide range of hats from Sunday Afternoons, which are available in Kuwait at Explorer’s Base.

While hats are a fashion statement and a great accessory to express your personal style, they are also beneficial in so many ways. They protect your face and head from sunburn. A hat also protects your eyes from the brightness of the sun, which causes more damage as you get older. And if you care about your skin (which you should), a hat can help prevent damage and skin cancer. On the other hand, during colder months a hat protects your head, face and ears. So whether it is hot or cold outside, your headgear helps your body regulate its temperature as well as keeps your hair and scalp safe from sun damage and sunburn.

Sunday Afternoons was born out of one family’s love for adventure and fun when a young California couple started making the the Original Adventure Blanket, a colorful picnic blanket and in 1995 they started offering hats. Because the founders of the company love the outdoors themselves and have always relied on their customer’s feedback, they keep adding styles, options and materials that support the explorer lifestyle. From UPF fabrics to full coverage styles, a Sunday Afternoons hat offers you protection as well as the freedom to be active and enjoy life instead of worrying about the weather.

We love the truckers which offer strategic crown ventilation, a wicking sweatband, and adjustable sizing to make for lasting comfort as well as featuring hand-drawn limited edition artwork by select artists. If you love a cap style hat but need some extra protection, the Campfire Cap offers UPF 50+, and is durable and made from 100% cotton Bedford corduroy. The stretch comfort adjustable sizing and moisture-wicking sweatband make it comfortable enough for everyday wear, and the pen and ink patch motif adds an inspired touch.

The brand also offers lots of different styles for kids. Because we all know that they are usually very excited to enjoy their beach or pool time, and we’d rather let them soak in vitamin D without worrying. The Kids’ Fun Bucket and the Kids’ Clear Creek Boonie (which is reversible) are waterproof, colorful and come with comfortable adjustable chin straps so the hats stay on their heads instead of falling off.

You can also find the beautiful Tradewinds straw hat and the classic Havana. Perfect for spending the day at the beach or strolling lazily through old European cities. There are also some interesting designs that offer smart options like the Lookout Hat, made from waxed canvas that only gets better with age and has a built-in Sunglass Lock that keeps glasses in place and a hidden crown pocket. Alternatively, the Sun Tripper is made from performance fabrics and uses a ventilated design that ensures a comfortable fit and helps you score major style points.

There is one thing you should consider before buying a hat, and that is sizing. An ill fitting hat will not be comfortable and might not even stay put on your head. All Sunday Afternoons hats come with clear sizing information. Just measure the circumference of your head by placing a tape measure over the middle of your forehead, just above your ears and make sure that it sits midway at the back of your head. Fortunately, most of the brand’s hats are also adjustable. So you can make it fit perfectly.

You should also consider what you might be doing as you wear your hat. If you will be spending hours in the sun, a hat with neck coverage might be a better idea, while netting will protect you from pests and insects if you plan on doing some gardening. Waterproof hats are perfect for activities like sand castle building and jet skiing. While classic styles like the Bahama are perfect for touring foreign cities, because you will look fashionable but still be protected.

Sunday Afternoons hats are available in Explorers Base in Al Tilal Complex and Carbon Fiber Stores – The Avenues Mall and Kuwait International Airport. Follow @ExplorersBase and @Carbonfiberq8 on Instagram to stay up to date. You can also shop the collection online at ExplorersBase.com or call 2225 6323 for more information.