Ordered this hat for a trip to SoCal summer of 2021. It kept the strong off of my face and shoulders, was very comfortable to wear, and got compliments at least twice a day. I still wear it when I'm out in the sun and it keeps me cool and prevents sunburn. (I did get burned on our trip to SoCal, but that was from wearing the wrong clothes to Disneyland. My face didn't get burned, but my arms and legs did.) Love this hat!