While men in the current time era might not have a reputation for wearing top hats, there’s definitely a time and place where they’re appropriate. Formal events, like weddings and proms are cause for puttin’ on the ritz. Unless he’s the host at a formal restaurant or club, a butler or a magician, there aren’t many men who are likely to be wearing a top hat every day, but popping a topper with that sort of style adds a level of distinction and elegance that no other accessory can refuse.

Wearing a top hat makes a man feel special. Even if you haven’t lived in a time and place where top hats were the fashion, wearing one can make you feel like a different person. Those dashing men of the early hollywood films had a different attitude than many men. Dancing around on the tip of their cane or walking stick. In fact, many tuxedo rental shops and formal wear stores actually sell fancy walking sticks to wear with a top hat. Imagine the role-playing that would go on after a night spent dressed up like the characters in a historic musical film.

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