TLDR: Amazing hat maker that moved a year or two ago from Colorado. A must-see for hat aficionados…read more Stopped by the north-east corner of Georgetown's downtown squad and visited Nathaniel's Custom Hats to see what it's about - and it's quite an establishment. The hats you see in the store start at around $500 and are all custom made. It's owned and run by Native American Master Hatter Nate Funmaker. He's been named "Best Living Hat Maker" by True West Magazine. Nate's hats are constructed on vintage equipment, including a 100-year old hat 'measurer' that you sit on your head to get exact measurements for the hat maker. His work reminds me of the hat my mother left me - it was custom made for her 60 years ago and still looks new. Most of the hats are Western style, with Stetsons and others predominating. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the market for a quality hat!

Kerrie and Nate were patient with us. Great recommendation, sizing and service…read more Found both our correct sizes. Different than the one we thought.

I've been a longtime customer of this hatter and have had positive experiences here in the past,…read morewhich is why today's visit was so disappointing. I brought in a Rockin' C wool felt hat to have it shaped. The female hatter who assisted me was dismissive and condescending, stating that the hat "could not be shaped with steam," and adding that "it's unfortunate that some people are just uneducated about hats." This was said in a way that felt unnecessary and unprofessional. While I fully understand that not all hatters choose to work on wool felt hats -- and that results can vary -- there is a respectful way to communicate that. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case here. I was also told I could leave the hat for the weekend "to see," as there were two men ahead of me, which felt dismissive given my prior history with the shop. I've brought higher-end hats here before and was treated very differently, so the inconsistency in service was disappointing. Craftsmanship is important, but so is customer respect. I hope this feedback helps the shop reflect on how returning customers are treated.

Santa brought my boy a nice Resistol 7X - called Herb's to check if they would shape it for him -…read morethe lady on the other end of the phone said yes for $50 - okay - not that far of a drive west of Fredericksburg - made a trip of it - next door is a nice food place - went in after - busy - a guy finally asks if we need help - yes, just to get a hat shaped - he looks at it - rolls it around in his hands - asks if we got it there - no - "can you leave it?" - no - "you can come back next Tuesday if you want"...

This is the best place to buy a straw or felt hat! Nate and the guys here are top notch shapers…read moreand don't over sell you. Take time to fit and shape the hat you get. Also, very quick.

Where to begin. I told my wife I wanted a cowboy hat. Rather than just buying me a cowboy hat, my…read morewife bought me an experience. A trip to Austin to visit the Double R Hat House. The entire trip was phenomenal, but the double R hat house was certainly the cherry-on-top. From the moment we walked in we were effectively on a guided tour into the world of cowboy hats. We were given free drinks from the owner, Emilio, while waiting on our hat. Our hatter, Nate, was so down-to-Earth and personable. On top of everything, we were just genuinely made to feel special. I would fly another 1200miles, in a heartbeat, to do this again. I'd give this 6 stars if I could.

I love this hat shop! If you're looking for a timeless, unique piece to add to your collection this…read moreis definitely the spot. The new space in East Austin is great too, I can't wait to see what's next.

Best hat shop in Austin! I love my hat and will be back for many more. Thank you Ryan!read more

Alexandria saved the day!…read more As a SoCal girl, this was a new experience and new accessory for me, but I desperately wanted to purchase something "outside" of my boring style box at Goorin. After struggling to make a decision, knowing that I wanted something with a specific crown (4") and brim (3") size, Alexandria was able to fit me perfectly with a size small ebony Gemma that I absolutely adore! The attentive customer service and a little extra feather love made my first ever hat purchase a dream! Thank you Goorin & Alexandria!

I love Goorin Bros! My husband and I have been finding their hats at different thrift shops and…read morewanted to go in and check them out for ourselves when we found out there was one up the road in Austin. (We're from San Antonio.) I first went in to get my husband one of the trucker hats from their Animal Farm collection and they didn't have the one he wanted. I picked another one and the girl wrapped it up nice, put it in a really cute bag and assured me that we could bring it back and exchange it if we wanted to. He did want to exchange it so he went in and exchanged it for another and picked one up for me. The same lady helped him that helped me and even though they were still out of stock on the one he really wanted he picked out another one and she took down all of his information and called him when they got in stock and held it. We never go to Austin without stopping in there and picking up something new. They always give great service and have an excellent selection of hats ranging from western to trucker. Oh, and they also have hat accessories like pins and feathers! Everything you need for your headwear.

Great selection of hats! They have straw and felt, different colors, shapes and price ranges…read more We got our very first hats today, similar color but different shapes. The girl that helped us was very insightful and helped finding the right fit. They have a lot of decorations for the hats (and home!) They also have complimentary services for the hats purchased through them, as well as 3rd party hat services at a charge.

Really nice store! With no surprise, they mostly sell hats and hat accessories here. There are…read moreother trinkets like soaps, rocks, jewelry. The store staff here was really helpful in choosing and sizing of our hats. They offer free cleaning and shaping if you return here. Expect to pay quite a bit for these hats and accessories. But that's cause they are high quality stetsons hats. For what they are, you are paying for a fair price for the hats. None of the accessories really stuck out to be from looks and price so we decided to get those at a later time. They also have a really nice coffee shop at the door here with great drinks and pastries.

The best place for hats in the USA I am a stud in my new hat…read moreWomen love my studly man

Been a customer for over 30 years In Buda and then Lockhart. Bought over 12 Custom hats and hats…read morefor my wife as well as my best clients from Manny and then David. Just visiting with them was a great experience in itself. So sad for the recent loss. Walked in today to have a hat cleaned and shaped as well as to Have a new one made. The man behind the counter blew some compressed air over it and stated there was nothing he could do with my hat. He proceeded to walk into a room closing the door behind him Only to see him leave the shop thro the back door. Needless to say I wasn't able to pick out a new hat to be manufactured. I suppose all things come and go but seeing this one go is definitely the end of an era. Adieu Texas Hatters.

Needed a hat for a jungle wedding in Costa Rica. Lauri was very friendly, knowledgeable and took…read moregreat pride in the quality of her handcrafted hats. She also mentioned that she sources her hats from individual families and craftsmen across the world which is always a plus. I will definitely be coming back

Greeted at the front by Lauri, who took me into her magnificent display of hats! She guided and…read moreadvised me as to size and style. I am happy to pay for Lauri's expertise for a quality hat! She knows everything!

I had my eye on this shop for more than a year and finally decided to pull the trigger. Chris was…read moreawesome to work with and nailed my design 100%. Everything was conducted online and via video conference. He was also able to incorporate a special Longhorn pin my Mom passed down to me that will get way more use and visibility now that it's on this hat and not a jacket lapel. Couldn't be more satisfied with the style, quality and craftsmanship. Can't wait to meet the Michael Jordan of hat makers in person!

I recently had the pleasure of getting my second custom hat made at Aspen Hatter, and I had such a…read morerad experience I felt like everyone should know. When you walk into the store you just know you're in the right hands. The vibe of the place is as if Marfa and Joshua tree had a baby:) I've worn hats since I was 8 years old, and I hear so often, "you look so good in hats, but I just can't pull them off.." and I reply, everyone can wear hats, you just have to find the right one. What better of a situation than to get a hat made just for you! Your hat should tell a story, or a bunch of them!!! Chris, the hatter at Aspen Hatter, is exceptional. He took the time to listen to my ideas and get to know me and then understand the vision I had for my hat, which in this instance I didn't have specific ideas, I just wanted a statement piece. I basically knew the color and that I wanted to incorporate turquoise. He ran with it! The hat Chris curated was beyond anything I could've ever dreamed of. It not only a fit perfectly, but it also captured my personality and style flawlessly. My hat is the exact statement I wanted! The craftsmanship and attention to detail that went into creating my hat were evident. Every stitch, every curve, and every embellishment was carefully executed. You can tell how much pride Chris puts in his work. I highly recommend Aspen Hatter to anyone in search of a custom hat. The combination of professionalism, fun, and a comfortable space makes the experience truly enjoyable. Chris's ability to listen to his clients and then turn their ideas into something extraordinary is remarkable. I am grateful to have found Aspen Hatter and am already dreaming of my next one! If you want a hat that not only fits perfectly but also reflects your individuality, look no further than Aspen Hatter.