ERIC JAVITS
Eric Javits is the reason we can tell a client she does not have to choose between a packable hat and a good-looking one. In the 1990s Javits saw a gap in the headwear market and created Squishee, a proprietary straw-like material that can be rolled up without damaging the hat's shape.
ERIC JAVITS
For Louisiana that is close to a perfect product. The Squishee Classic Hat gives you UPF 50+ sun protection, survives a suitcase, and looks appropriate at a garden party. The Georgia Red Mix Hat is the one to reach for when you want the hat to be the statement.
This is the headwear brand we recommend for travel, for the lake, and for anyone who has ever crushed a straw hat in an overhead bin.
How ERIC JAVITS fits
- Squishee styles roll and pack, then return to shape — this is the brand's signature.
- Most styles include an interior band; we can adjust the fit in-store.
- UPF 50+ protection is built into the material, not applied as a coating.
- Reshape with your hands after unpacking and store crown-up.
Frequently asked questions
What is Squishee?
A proprietary straw-like material Eric Javits developed in the 1990s that can be rolled and packed without damaging the hat.
Do Eric Javits hats have sun protection?
Yes — the brand is known for UPF 50+ protection built into the material.
Are they worth the price?
For a hat you can pack, wear all summer, and not replace every year, our clients think so. Come try one on at 16645 Highland Rd.