A hat's triple life?How one accessory defined three different identities.

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Style and Status

The fedora hat tells a fascinating story of cultural transformation. It began as a symbol for women's rights activists, inspired by a stage play. Later, it was adopted by the male elite, becoming a mark of high society and wealth. But its journey didn't end there. The hat's meaning shifted once more, becoming the trademark of rebellious gangsters during Prohibition, an image immortalized by Hollywood. This is the story of how an object's meaning can be completely rewritten by who wears it.