Concept

Headwear serves not only as decoration or protection against bad weather or head injuries. Worn on the head, it draws everyone‘s attention and conveys a message about its wearer. It is a sign of our religion, place in a hierarchy, attitude, profession or shows belonging to or differentiation from a group. Headgear has become a tradition and a symbol of movements, epochs and cultures. It comes in all shapes, colours and materials. Headgear is as varied as the people who wear it. This book introduces a wide variety of people and embarks on a journey through the cultural history of headwear.