Name: Coolabah Bran
Brand: Akubra
SKU: 23200
Price: 380.0 AUD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (15 reviews)

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Every Akubra hat is made to last, and while it will adjust slightly to your head over time, choosing the right size ensures lasting comfort and a perfect fit. Measuring your head for the right hat size is simple—just follow these three steps:

HOW TO MEASURE

What You’ll Need
Grab a flexible measuring tape. If you don’t have one, a piece of string and a ruler will do the trick.

Step 1: Measure Where the Hat Will Sit
Wrap the measuring tape (or string) around your head, positioning it just above your ears and about a finger’s width above your eyebrows. This is where your Akubra will naturally sit.

Make sure the tape is level all the way around and sits firmly—but not too tight. You want a comfortable fit, not a squeeze.

Step 2: Record Your Size
Take note of the measurement in centimetres. If you're using a string, simply mark where the ends meet, then lay it flat against a ruler.

Step 3: Choose the Right Size
If your measurement falls between sizes, we recommend sizing up for comfort. Akubra hats are designed to mold to your head over time—so a slightly looser fit is ideal, especially as natural factors like heat and sweat can cause the hat to shrink a little.

FELT HAT

Akubra (CM) (IN)	53 20.9	54 21.3	55 21.7	56 22	57 22.4	58 22.8	59 23.2	60 23.6	61 24	62 24.4	63 24.8
Equivalent	XS		S		M		L		XL		XXL
U.K. Hat	6 1/2	6 5/8	6 3/4	6 7/8	7	7 1/8	7 1/4	7 3/8	7 1/2	7 5/8	7 3/4
U.S. Hat	6 5/8	6 3/4	6 7/8	7	7 1/8	7 1/4	7 3/8	7 1/2	7 5/8	7 3/4	7 7/8

FINAL TIPS FOR A PERFECT FIT

A snug start is normal
The leather inner band may shrink slightly with time, so a firm initial fit is ideal. It won’t loosen with wear.

It will shape to you
With regular wear, your Akubra will naturally mould to the contours of your head, creating a truly personalised fit.

Fine-tune the fit
If it feels a little loose at first, insert hat fillers behind the inner band. These can be removed later as the hat conforms to your shape. Your hat should feel secure enough to stay on in the wind, but never tight or uncomfortable.

That’s it—you’re ready to find the Akubra that’s right for you. If you need guidance or have any questions, our team is here to help.

STRAW HAT

Our new Straw Collection features the classic leather inner sweatband, allow for natural shrinkage over time.

Hat Stretchers should not be used with our new Straw Collection, as the natural fibres of the fine palm leaf may split under pressure.

Size	S	M	L	XL
Straw (CM) (IN)	55 21.7	57 22.4	59 23.2	61 24

FINAL TIPS FOR A PERFECT FIT

A snug start is normal
The leather inner band may shrink slightly with time, so a firm initial fit is ideal. It won’t loosen with wear.

It will shape to you
With regular wear, your Akubra will naturally mould to the contours of your head, creating a truly personalised fit.

That’s it—you’re ready to find the Akubra that’s right for you. If you need guidance or have any questions, our team is here to help.

BELTS

Our belts are designed to complement your everyday style, with a range of sizes available from 30 to 44. Use the sizing guide below to find the belt size that’s right for you.

Belt Size	30	32	34	36	38	40	42	44
Waist (CM) (IN)	76 30	81 32	86 34	91 36	97 38	102 40	107 42	112 44

FINAL TIPS FOR A PERFECT FIT

Measure your high waist
For the most accurate fit, measure around your high waist where you plan to wear your belt. If you’re unsure where to measure, use your belly button as a guide.

Go up one size
We recommend going up one size from your waist measurement to allow room for your trousers or jeans to sit comfortably underneath the belt. For example, if your waist measures 34", we recommend a 36" belt.

Find your fit
Our belts feature multiple holes, allowing you to adjust the fit for comfort and wear.

That’s it—you’re ready to find the Akubra belt that’s right for you. If you need guidance or have any questions, our team is here to help.

Coolabah

$380.00

THE AKUBRA HAT IS BUILT FOR [exploration] AND HANDCRAFTED FOR [toughness]

HERITAGE

Founded in Tasmania by Benjamin Dunkerley in 1876, the Akubra hat is built for exploration and handcrafted for toughness and has become a pure Australian icon.

PROVENANCE

Born in Australia. Made in Kempsey. It takes 6 weeks to make an Akubra hat, there are 162 steps in the process, passing through 60 pairs of hands.

QUALITY

Handcrafted from the finest materials. Rabbit fur felt is an inherently strong and water resistant fibre, designed to withstand the harshest of environments.

YOUR HAT ESSENTIALS

Akubra wooden hat care essential kit with natural pine holder and black bristle brush on beige background

THE ESSENTIALS KIT

$70.00

Black magnetic hat clip displayed next to green clip in dark packaging on beige background

Blue magnetic hat clip with rounded design next to matching product packaging on beige background

KLIPSTA HAT CLIPS

$30.00

HAT FILLER

$15.00

Natural canvas tote bag with long handles displaying printed text about Akubra hat manufacturing on cream background

FABRIC CARRY BAG WITH ZIP

$15.00

AKUBRA black chinstrap with wooden toggles displayed on kraft instruction packaging against beige background

Black chinstrap attached to white cowboy hat interior, displayed against neutral beige background

CHINSTRAP BLACK

$20.00

HAT BOX

$40.00

MEET THE ICONS

Brown felt cattleman hat with leather hatband worn by bearded man in denim shirt against neutral background

Brown fur felt traveller hat with navy band worn with denim shirt against neutral background

Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 15 reviews.

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Hats off for the hat of dreams

"Genuinely one of the greatest things I’ve ever bought. Was keen to get something quintessentially Australian to mark a number of months living and working here and really don’t feel I could have done better. Have had so many compliments and legit feel like I was born to wear this hat. Like in the wand shop in Harry Potter, “the hat picks you”. It is a stunningly beautiful and high quality item which I know I’ll enjoy for a lifetime. Fantastic in-store service at Byron Bay shop. They flawlessly convinced me to buy a second."

— Helen K. (5/5)

Love my Coolabah. Nearly 20yrs old.

"I bought my Coolabah nearly 20 years ago at Tamworth festival. The Coolabah really took my eye. I have cherished it all these years. With good care and cleaning scuffs etc. It still looks brand new. I wrote this because I know Akubra hats are real quality and will last a very long time. Love Akubra."

— Carmen (5/5)

Every day & Every way. . .

"I've worn this hat in Sun & Storm. This thing is bulletproof. I love that over time out has created its own shape unique to the way I handle it. Every mark or stain tells a story of time. I absolutely love it. Akubra for life, no matter what comes comes with it. . ."

— Amos G. (5/5)

Saw you across the room and had to have you

"So first glance, the light colour, the crocodile band, the subtle style, even in the middle of a display wall you had me. Then I slipped you up and over and yes, perfect. My size. My shape. Still feel perfect so sharing that. Thanks."

— Fiona A. (5/5)

FIRST CYCLONE

"Adventures yet to come! . . however my new ‘Cooli’ has survived its first cyclone . . keeping my head dry . . and the chinstrap keeping it on my head while out in the wild winds battening down some things that had broken loose . . very happy with my new Akubra . . comes with me everywhere"

— Paul B. (5/5)

So happy with both of

"So happy with both of my hats . Beautifully crafted and attention to detail is outstanding."

— Rod E. (5/5)

Always happy with my Akubra

"Fast turnaround and no hassle purchase"

— DARRIN M. (5/5)

Love Akubra Hats

"Fantastic and comfortable and Beautiful colours"

— Syed (5/5)

Great!

"Great!"

— Mark M. (5/5)

Great hat, love it !!!

"Great hat, love it !!!"

— Amitabh S. (5/5)

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Hats off for the hat of dreams

Love my Coolabah. Nearly 20yrs old.

Every day & Every way. . .

Saw you across the room and had to have you

FIRST CYCLONE

So happy with both of

Always happy with my Akubra

Love Akubra Hats

Great!

Great hat, love it !!!

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