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Black hat

Black hat
Felt hat, Romania, 1997

This black hat might be worn at a funeral, as black is the colour of mourning in many countries. It is also a colour worn on formal occasions by both men and women. The hat is made of felt, a traditional material made from animal wool or hair matted together by steam and pressure. Some hats are worn as part of traditional dress, by both men and women.

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