What to Consider
Materials & Construction
- ·Organic — Same durability as conventional counterparts, grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers.
- ·Made by Tilley in Canada.
Longevity & Care
- ·Organic — Follow care label — varies by base material.
Sustainability
- ·Organic — Grown without synthetic chemicals, reducing soil and water contamination. Better for farmers, ecosystems, and the people wearing the finished product.
Cost Per Use
- ·Organic — Organic typically costs 10-30% more than conventional, but supports healthier farming practices.
- ·Tilley is known for products that hold up over years of use — which typically means a lower cost per use than cheaper alternatives that need replacing.
- ·Priced around $30 (midpoint of under $50 for Apparel). At ~8 uses/month, this hits the $1-per-use "worth it" mark in 4 months — and falls to roughly 6¢ per use across a 5-year lifespan.
Brand at a Glance
Tilley · Canada
Heritage hats with lifetime guarantee since 1980.
Oras Index76/100
Good to Know
Tilley could strengthen formal sustainability certifications (currently no GOTS or B Corp) and increase transparency around supply chain farm-to-fabric tracing. While the brand excels in repairability and durability, a more public-facing re…
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