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Squishee® Instinct

Name: Squishee® Instinct
Brand: Eric Javits
SKU: 13440NABL
Price: 227.5 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (120 reviews)

$227.50 $325.00

The Eric Javits Squishee® Instinct is a luxury designer hat crafted from patented squishee® straw, cotton. And so it is integral to select the hat that resonates to your style and compliments your face. When you put the right hat on, it is unmistakable magic.

Why Squishee®?

Squishee® is Eric Javits' patented man-made material incorporating recycled fibers. It looks and feels like natural raffia straw but is far more durable — it won't crack, splinter, or melt when wet. Independently tested and awarded the highest UPF 50+ rating for superior sun protection. Lightweight, packable, and built to last season after season.

Sun Protection You Can Trust

This hat has earned the highest UPF 50+ rating through independent testing, blocking 98% of harmful UVA/UVB rays. Eric Javits hats provide designer-level sun protection that outperforms ordinary alternatives.

Specifications

Material: Patented Squishee® straw, Cotton
Sun Protection: UPF 50+ (blocks 98% UVA/UVB rays)
Brim Span: 3.5 inches
Packable and rollable
Lightweight
Elasticized inner band for comfort

Perfect For

Beach days, Outdoor events, Travel, Cold weather, Rainy days. The Squishee® Instinct is lightweight enough for all-day wear and packs easily for travel.

Handcrafted by Eric Javits

Each piece reflects over 30 years of Eric Javits design excellence — luxury accessories that are as functional as they are beautiful.

Select color: Natural Black

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Our goal is for every customer to be totally satisfied with their purchase. If this isn't the case, let us know and we'll do our best to work with you to make it right.

We will work quickly to ship your order as soon as possible. Once your order has shipped, you will receive an email with further information. Delivery times vary depending on your location.

Our products are manufactured both locally and globally. We carefully select our manufacturing partners to ensure our products are high quality and a fair value.

Squishee® Instinct

$227.50 $325.00

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Squishee® Instinct OriginalPeanut Eric Javits

Women's Hand Blocked Squishee Straw Fedora

Squishee® Instinct is a women's hand blocked squishee straw fedora designed for everyday wear, advanced sun protection, and timeless signature style. Made from row-on-row stitched Squishee® straw, it combines the ease of a packable performance material with the refined look of a heritage fedora.

Hand-blocked construction gives the hat its polished shape, while the fine cotton grosgrain ribbon band adds a classic finishing detail. The silhouette feels clean, versatile, and easy to wear, making it a dependable choice for daily use as well as travel. With a 3.5-inch brim span, Squishee® Instinct offers balanced shade and a flattering profile without feeling oversized.

The patented Squishee® material is soft, lightweight, and packable, so the hat travels easily while maintaining its shape. It also delivers high-performance sun protection, blocking up to 98% of UVA and UVB rays. Independent testing in accordance with AATCC standards awarded this style the highest UPF 50+ rating, helping protect skin from overexposure and premature aging.

An elasticized inner band fits most, adding comfort and making the hat easy to wear throughout the day. Squishee® Instinct balances intelligent luxury with practical function, bringing together craftsmanship, durability, and sun-smart design in one signature fedora.

Comfortable Fit

Ultimate Sun Protection (UPF 50+)

Sparkle symbol, representing lightweight, durable, and eco-friendly material.

Durable & lightweight

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Overall rating: 4.758333 / 5 from 120 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Squishee® Instinct is a packable fedora made from innovative sustainable material, offering excellent quality and timeless style. It provides superior sun protection with a 50+ UPF rating, blocking 98% of UVA/UVB rays. Customers appreciate its beautiful neutral color, good fit, and comfortable look.

Summary topics

Color: 8%
Style: 7%
Quality: 22%
Fit: 8%

Review topics: ["size","fit","color","hat","looks","quality","material","sun protection","style","construction","packaging","brim","fedora","head"].

Review highlights

"Love the style, color and fit." — Erin R.
"Thank you Eric Javits for high quality hats and a BIG shout out to Jackie E for the BEST Customer Service ever!!!" — Tracy D.
"Beautiful color, best quality in a summer hat I have seen in a very long time." — Alisa S.

Reviews

New hat!

"Love my new hat! Perfect for those summer days at the beach, shopping, on the boat, etc."

— JMPope (5/5)

I LOVE every hat I get from EJ!

"This is my third hat from Eric Javits and I just love them. So well made. Nice fit. Travels well. Always get compliments!"

— Jenny C. (5/5)

Nice

"Does this hat has adjustable strap for head circumstances?"

— Mirela B. (5/5)

Beautiful hat

"Beautiful hat. High quality"

— Kristine H. (5/5)

Squishee® Instinct

"Love this hat. Perfect to wear on summer vacation to the beach. Cannot wait to wear it."

— Joanne P. (5/5)

Beautiful & Versatile Hat!

"This hat is a perfect hat for every occasion! Every time I wear it, I receive compliments …not looking to be noticed or receive compliments but it’s a great hat!!! To change it up a bit, I tie a colorful print silk scarf over the existing band to coordinate with my outfit. Beautiful silk scarfs can be found at consignment stores and online and if there is a tiny hole, it doesn’t matter. The hole can be disguised by how you fold it. Thank you Eric Javits for high quality hats and a BIG shout out to Jackie E for the BEST Customer Service ever!!!"

— Tracy D. (5/5)

Lovely straw hat

"Excellent quality. Very happy with this his purchase"

— Holly C. (5/5)

Very Big hat

"I did not like it. The hats is too big & looks like a cowboy hat. I would like to return the hat for a smaller brim hat with SPF."

— Donna A. (1/5)

Love these hats. . . looking for another one.

"Love the hats—I have three, including one that’s over 20 years old! I’m currently on the hunt for a wide-brim style that suits my small face. I’ve had to return two so far, but I’ll keep trying because Eric Javits hats are truly exceptional."

— Kathleen B. (5/5)

The only hat I pack

"I’ve never had a hat turn so many heads, in the best way. The Squishee Instinct is lightweight, stylish, and makes me feel instantly more put-together. Packs flat, keeps its shape, and goes with everything from sundresses to swimsuits. I’ve been stopped so many times by people asking where it’s from. Obsessed."

— Brooke M. (5/5)

Q&A

What is the hat size, I have a big head!: Hi Sheila, Thank you for reaching out to us. Most of our hats are made in a standard "one size fits most" at 22 ¾. We hope this answers your question. Let us know if there's anything else you need. Eric Javits Team
How big around is this hat?: Hi there Tisha, Thank you for reaching out to us. Most of our hats are made in a standard "one size fits most" at 22 3/4. The Squishee® Instinct has a brim span of 3.5". We hope this answers your question. Let us know if there's anything else you need. Kind regards, Eric Javits Team
My head is 60 cm. Will this hat fit: Hi Penny, The majority of our hats come in a normal 22 3/4 "one size fits most" sizing. If you wish to request for a specific size, you can enter a remark on the personal notes section indicating your head size when you do buy one from our website. You can be sure we'll make every effort to make it work for you. Kind regards, Eric Javits Team
What is the difference between this hat (The Instinct) and the Phoenix?: Hi Franci, They are both fedoras the difference is the brim span and how the brim goes down vs flat out. The phoenix brim span is 3.25" andthe brim kind of goes down. The Sq Instinct brim span is 3.5" and the brim is flat out. Eric Javits Team
Are there different sizes? My head is on the larger side…: 22 3/4", what is your head measurements?