Quality Hats and caps since 1894
Family owned and operated in New Orleans, LA
The South's largest Hat Store
We were established in 1894 by Sam H. Meyer in the first block of St. Charles Avenue, in Downtown New Orleans. Originally called Meyer's Hat Box, the small shop prospered over the years by selling Stetson hats and men's ties. In the 1920s, Andrew Meyer, Sam's son, started working with him in the store.
In 1937, Meyer The Hatter moved to a new location down the block at 136 St. Charles Avenue.
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"Bought my first hat here in 1992. Bought several more since. Great store, great memories."– J.R. Lonsway
"Delightful Hat shop for Men & Women. Three generations of Hat fitters that really know their business. Shop and talk or just look at all the autographed photos of famous Meyer's customers. A wonderful New Orleans tradition, definitely worth your time!."– P.Q.
"I went to Meyer The Hatter and was blown away. It is a family-run business that has been operating for 127 years. Grandpa, Dad, Uncle and Son all working together on the sales floor along with adopted family. They had every Hat imaginable!"– Chris N.
"Great selection, great knowledgeable service. Wife and I bought 5 Hats here! Great history behind this store, and only a few blocks from our hotel. Had them shipped to our home in Washington State."– Brad B.
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Put A Lid On It Sartorial Mainstay Meyer The Hatter
It is no surprise that hats have remained popular apparel in New Orleans. The city’s busy events calendar runs the gamut from operas to second lines and ball games to...
Meyer The Hatter
New Orleans "Established in 1894, Meyer the Hatter is still going strong thanks to four generations of Meyers keeping the tradition alive. Of course, hat-filled floor space the...
"The GQ 100: The 13 Best Specialty Shops In The Country"
Very few of the stores on this list were in business back in 1994, much less 1894. But the best places in New Orleans have all been around...
300 For 300: New Orleans Tricentennial
“With changing times come changing fashions. Consequently, countless other hat stores have come and gone around the country since 1894. But Meyer the Hatter endures --...