The bowler hat was invented in England in 1849 at Lock and Co. on St James's Street, London. It was commissioned by Edward Coke as protective headwear for his gamekeepers, made by the Bowler brothers, and named after the family who shaped it rather than the man who ordered it. That origin story is built into every bowler hat produced since, and this authentic English design version from Novella Hats carries it correctly.
Made from premium wool felt with the classic dome crown, tightly curled brim, and grosgrain band that define the traditional bowler specification. The construction follows the design that was standard in British formal and professional dressing from the 1850s through to the mid-twentieth century and has remained the definitive bowler form ever since.
Available across standard sizes in the classic colourways. The authentic English design bowler is for the person who wants the hat made correctly rather than approximately, and who understands the difference between the two.
Over 10,000 hats sold through Novella Hats with a Trustpilot Great rating. At $34.99 with free US shipping on qualifying orders, the authentic English bowler derby is the properly specified classic.
Sizing Info:
- Small: 55cm (6 7/8)
- Medium: 57cm (7 1/4)
- Large: 59cm (7 1/2)
- X-Large: 61cm (7 3/4)

