Wide-brim Panama Hat With Cord For Women | J.Crew。PRODUCT DETAILS The legendary panama hat gained its iconic status when President Theodore Roosevelt wore one on his visit to the Panama Canal. Since then, these hats have graced the heads of style greats ranging from Ernest Hemingway to Paul Newman (you can\'t get much more authentic than that). Woven by hand in Ecuador from fronds of the toquilla palm (so no two are exactly alike), it\'s the perfect tomboy touch to pretty much any ensemble. This surf-inspired take on the style features an adjustable, nautical rope cord and wide brim. Poly/cotton body. Straw sweatband. Import. Select stores. Item BH865.