There were similarities between Chinese and Vietnamese hats. Somehow the history behind these two hats is extremely different. The shape of these two hats is almost equivalent which both are in cone shapes, besides both hats are used for farming, plowing and other daily activities. By the way the designer is transforming the traditional look of Chinese hat, to make it more contemporary and trendy. Since the hat is closed to shape and image of fisherman hat; thereby designer is get along the hats with modern fashion like linen pants, coats and blouses. Then again the image of this hat still facing limitation for modern fashion whereby it is pretty hard to match with modern clothing. In lieu with this less production on Chinese hats especially traditional Chinese hats since demand is low. Possibly you can get this hat from some souvenir and craft shops, by the way not many varieties out there for your selection. Indeed most of these hats are custom-made where you can require the artisan to develop one for you on the spot.

If you conduct some online researches, you will notice it is not as easy as you think to get the Chinese hat that you desired. As far as concern most Chinese hats for sale are uniquely offered which means one sold at a time. Low demand is the main cause certainly. People who stayed other than Southeast Asia countries inclusive of China, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, etc usually get this hat for specific reason, not for daily use. The hat is used as costume for example or for displaying purposes. This is where you found the hat in Museum as well as for antique galleries. The ancient Chinese hats for examples, are the best antique to display and witness the history of China.

In spite of this the hat is considered and the required accessories for daily activities like plowing and farming. The hat is needed to prevent the user from any weather damages like direct sunlight, rain as well as wind. In comparing with the purpose of using the hat for western countries, the hat is more needed as tool for livelihood. Another thing to highlight here is the Chinese hats for displaying usually containing more patterns and designs. For example the embroidered Chinese hat which good for displaying, to enhance the antique look for a room. In this manner then the one used for farming and plowing usually come plain and simple, most of them are made of straws. For example the straw Chinese coolie hat which is traditionally woven and solely handmade. The straws are the perfect materials to prevent water.