Queen Elizabeth II’s Hats from Canada 2010 Tour

Queen Elizabeth II recently completed a nine-day tour of Canada, during which she sported some incredible hats.

Hats as an accessory have a myriad of benefits.  In addition to being a status symbol, hats protect the wearer from the glare of the sun and can make one appear taller.  Hats also draw attention to the face for improved communication.

Not one to shy away from color, each memorable hat Queen Elizabeth II wore on her Canada 2010 Tour matched her outfit perfectly.  Even the bouquets bestowed upon her managed to match the color scheme!

Queen Elizabeth II Photo c/o REUTERS/Chris Wattie

Queen Elizabeth II and husband Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh Photo c/o EPA/WARREN TODA

Photo by Mike Cassese/Reuters

Photo c/o Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Queen Elizabeth II with WWII Navy Veteran Photo c/o Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Photo c/o John Stillwell/PA Wire

Hat design is an extension of fashion design and involves creativity, design, and working with materials of many kinds, and the delight that one day a hat you design may end up being worn by the Queen of England!