# Durable Sun Protection Headwear The Tilley T3 Wanderer Hat Shields From the Sun and is Water-Proof By Jana Pijak | Published 2019-02-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilley-t3-wanderer References: [tilley](https://www.tilley.com/ca_en/t3-wanderer-hat.html) The Tilley T3 Wanderer hat is durable, practical and comfortable accessory for time spent in the great outdoors. Specializing in premium [outdoor headwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melin), the company's hats boast a classic and timeless shape while offering protection from elements like sunlight, rain and wind. The Tilley T3 Wanderer is available in three colorways -- Black, Olive and Navy -- and boast a pre-washed and intentionally worn look along with a 100% cotton construction. The hat offers premium sun protection with a UPF rating of 50+ and even boasts a compact pocket compartment for storage. Furthermore, this accessory is [water-resistant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-outdoor-collection) and boasts grommets for ventilation along with a signature wind cord system that is designed for harsh outdoor conditions. Lastly, this design also features Tilley's signature moisture-wicking Hydrofil® sweatband. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Durable Outdoor Headwear:** Opportunity to innovate and grow in the outdoor headwear market by creating high-quality, durable and practical sun protection headwear. - **Multi-functional Accessories:** Opportunity to develop multi-functional accessories for outdoor enthusiasts that provide protection from elements such as sunlight, rain and wind. - **Sustainable Outdoor Gear:** Opportunity to create sustainable and eco-friendly outdoor gear that aligns with the values and needs of environmentally conscious consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Gear and Apparel:** Developing and marketing durable and practical outdoor headwear can provide growth opportunities for companies in the outdoor gear and apparel industry. - **Sun Protection Products:** Creating multi-functional headwear that offers premium sun protection can drive innovation and growth within the sun protection products industry. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Opportunities exist within the sustainable fashion industry to create eco-friendly and sustainable outdoor gear that meets the needs of environmentally conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Extreme Environment Hat Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollebak-planet-earth-hat-v2.md) - [All-Weather Protection Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherman-trek-umbrella.md) - [Foldable Travel-Friendly Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ua-stealthform-hat.md) - [Winterized Woolen Ball Caps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melin-agame-scout-thermal.md) - [Solar-Powered Glow-in-the-Dark Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollebak-solar-charged-hat.md) - [Wearable Poncho-Style Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onetigris-tentsformer.md) - [Device-Charging Sun Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoflow-power-hat.md) - [Unique Elevated Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highdive.md) - [Practical Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eastern-design.md)