The umbrella hat is a ridiculous item. Here's why it exists

Being from a place where the weather gets straight nautical on the regular. Heavy, directional wind gusts along with heavy, roving, precipitation. And frequently enough in the winter salty, sub freezing sea spray.

It’s annoying. But sometimes necessary. A sturdy umbrella (usually a golf umbrella) held in front of you can be the only way to stay dry, and using it as a wind break helps keep your hair and cloths from getting whipped around.

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