Wanted to do many different jobs. I love trying new things. My career aspirations as a child were something like "marine biologist, mom, fashion designer and also be in the circus on the side". I've also always been really entrepreneurial and just gone for it when I had an idea or business I wanted to start. This was all well and good, until I became a mama. Becoming a mother totally shifted my world and priorities in the most beautiful way. I let a lot of things go and focused on being a mom for a while, but deep in my heart I still longed to do the things that I love doing. The things that make me me!
I'm a mom, wife, makeup artist, I homeschool my children, blogger, I'm currently creating and planning a homeschool conference, I support my husband in his business and try to be the best friend, daughter and sister that I can be.
I get asked a lot how I "do it all", how I wear so many hats, how I keep all the balls in the air, and the truth is. I don't.
It's impossible to keep all of these things going at the same time and to wear ALL of my different hats at once. I usually like to focus on one hat at a time. Motherhood always comes first, but there are times when I need to put on my entrepreneur hat, fuel my creativity and remind myself that I am more than a mom. On date night, I like to try to be really present with my husband so I am intentional about taking of that "mom hat" and remembering that before kids it was just us and someday (no too soon) it will be just us again.
For me, it goes in seasons. My priorities shift and sometimes I'll shelf one of my hats for a while because it's not serving me and making sense for our family anymore. Maybe I'll pick it back up again in the future or maybe a new opportunity or hat will present itself to me because of the time I freed up.
The point is, while I do wear a lot of hats and it can seem like I'm pretty busy. I don't do them all at once and I don't do them all well. I could feel guilty about that but I don't let myself. There are months where I am only wearing one hat and focused on doing that one really well and weeks where I have a lot of juggling and switching to do and that hustle can be fun too.
Of all of the hats that I wear, mom is the most challenging, rewarding and special to me.
These three are everything and while I love all of the different roles and jobs and hats I wear, being a loving mother, good example and an inspiration to my children and those around me is something I will always put first.
To learn more about Britt + the hats she wears follow her on Instagram @britthavens and her blog BrittHavens.com
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How to Measure Hat Size
Finding your perfect hat starts with finding the perfect fit. Let's answer some common questions to help you find a Gigi Pip that will give you the best look and feel.
How is hat size measured?
How to measure my hat size?
How do I adjust my Gigi Pip hat?
HOW IS HAT SIZE MEASURED?
Hats are measured by the inside circumference at the bottom of the hat's crown (the sweatband) and most often measured in centimeters. While hats may be sized according to their measurement, it is fairly common for women's hats to be sized based on average women's head sizes and then adjusted down to fit.
For example - Since the average women's head size measures 57cm, a small to medium hat would be made to fit 57cm and then can be adjusted down to 55cm. Larger head sizes measure up to 59cm, so a medium to large size hat would be made to fit a 59cm head size and then can be adjusted down to 57cm. Children ages 7 and below are typically 53cm, and those ages 7+ tend to be 55cm. Because of this, Gigi Pip hats sizes are as followed:
Kids (53cm to 55cm) S/M (57cm to 59cm) M/L (59cm to 61cm)
Additional Sizing Chart (based on average women head sizes):
X Small - 55cm (21.65 Inches) Small - 57cm (22.44 Inches) Medium - 58cm (22.83 Inches) Large - 59cm (23.22 Inches) X Large - 61cm (24.01 Inches)
HOW TO MEASURE MY HAT SIZE?
There are two primary methods of measuring your hat size and are based on the style in which you wear your hat. You will need to take both measurements (shown below) and then use the larger of the two measurements to determine your hat size. Once you've received your hat, you can decide on the style you'd like to size your hat to and adjust your hat accordingly.
TIP: If you don't have a textile measuring tape, use a string or piece of yarn to measure the distance around your head. After you have marked the yarn around your head, lay it out flat on the ground or table and measure the straightened out piece of yarn with a measuring stick or regular measuring tape.
Method 1: The Traditional Style
This is the traditional style of wearing a hat. The front tip of the hat is low on the forehead, just above your eye brows, causing the hat to sit nearly level with the ground. To measure your head using the traditional style method, measure the distance around your head from the center of the back of the head to the forehead just above the eyebrow as shown below.
1. Use a textile measuring tape (or string) to measure the distance around your head crossing through the center part of the back of your head and the forehead just above the eyebrow. The tape should be level with the ground.
2. Check the measurement of the tape wrapped around your head. Hat sizing is in cm. If you are in-between sizes, we suggest sizing up and adjusting your hat accordingly.
Method 2: The Halo Style
This is the halo style way of wearing a hat. The front of your hat is raised up and the hat sits on the back of your head. To measure your head size using the halo method, measure the distance around your head passing through the back of your head, just above your neck, and the front of you head up on your brow as shown below.
1. Use a textile measuring tape to measure the distance around your head passing through the back of your head, just above the neck, and the front of your head high on the brow. The tape should be higher in front than in back.
2. Check themeasurement of the tape wrapped around your head. Wearing a hat Halo style is usually a smaller hat size than wearing a hat traditionally however we recommend using the larger of the two hat sizes. If you are in-between sizes, we suggest sizing up and adjusting down.
HOW DO I ADJUST MY HAT SIZE?
All Gigi Pip hats are made to adjust to the perfect fit. Before making any adjustments, check the inner band type and follow the directions below.
1. My hat has draw strings - If your inner band has draw strings located behind the tag on the rear side of the hat, simply pull them tight to adjust your hat size down a size or two. Pull gently to avoid a tare.
2. My hat DOES NOT have draw strings- Many types of inner bands do not allow for a draw strings such as leather, elastic or cotton with a foam lining. Hats without a draw string are adjusted by using Gigi Pip's Hat Sizing Tape (sold separately). Hat sizing tape has long been the preferred method of adjusting hats because it allows you to keep the inner band in its natural form and the foam molds comfortably to the head.
Directions to useHat Sizing Tape: Place the foam tape on the inside of your hat, behind the sweatband, with the sticky side facing towards the hat wall. Wrap the tape completely around the hat for maximum size decrease or cut tape length in half for a more moderate decrease. Size to fit prior to removing the adhesive cover. Once the fit is correct, remove the adhesive cover, press firmly into place, and wa-lah.
For more questions about hat sizing, please contact Gigi Pip at hello@gigipip.com.
