Toddler Bucket Hats

When is a toddler ready for a bucket hat?

Once little ones are sitting up, walking and getting busier, a bucket hat gives them comfortable all-round coverage without getting in the way of play.

Our Toddler Bucket Hats are soft and stretchy, with a supportive anti-flop brim designed to stay away from little eyes. The felt brim sits comfortably in a carrier or pram without the hat falling in their face. They’re an easy everyday choice for daycare, playgrounds, family outings and backyard adventures.

Toddler Bucket or Legionnaire Hat?

For younger babies, a Legionnaire or Flap Hat is often a great first style because the soft neck flap works comfortably in prams and carriers and the foam brim sits high and out of their eyesight.

As they become more mobile, the Toddler Bucket gives them a little more structure while still feeling soft and comfortable.

Can toddler bucket hats be worn swimming?

Our everyday Toddler Bucket Hats are made for dry outdoor play rather than repeated use in water.

For babies and younger toddlers around the pool or beach, choose a Swim Legionnaire Hat. Older toddlers can move into our Swim Classic Bucket Hats or Swim Ponytail Bucket Hats as their size and stage suits.

Need swim and everyday hats?

Our Children’s Essentials Bundle lets you choose three UPF50+ hats in different styles, colours and sizes, including everyday and swim options.

What size toddler bucket hat do I need?

Head size is more reliable than age when choosing a hat. Measure around the widest part of your child’s head and check our Hat Size Guide before ordering.