by Daniel Iván If you like the look of Mexican sombreros, they actually serve many purposes in Mexico and is also known as the shady hat. In Mexico, you will find that many farmers use these hats to keep the sun away while they are working the fields. Mariachi band musicians wear this particular hat as part of their act while performing to give the band some pizazz and character that will get them noticed. A Mexican sombrero hat can be described as having a crown on top with a really wide brim that is large enough to cast a shadow over your head, neck and shoulders. It sometimes has a string that goes under your chin to hold it in place. If you think about it, the hat provides great sun protection. Sombrero derives from the Spanish word sombre which means shade. The word sombrero also refers to a hat. If you put those words together, it is a clever way to say that it is considered the shady hat.  Read more... ...