Top hats

Other names

 * High hat
 * Cylinder hat
 * Topper
 * Beaver hat
 * Silk hat

About
A top hat is a tall, flat shaped hat for men to wear. They are generally black, but can be different colors. They are usually used for more formal events, such as parties. The top hat peaked in popularity by the end of the 18th century.

The top hat was associated with people of a higher class, and was often worn to weddings, funerals, balls, and horse racing.

Modern Top Hats
Today's top hats are much like they used to be. They are hard, silk, and sometimes have fur. "White" hats, that are in fact white, not grey, and black hats are the most common colors., although red, white, and blue are popular in America.