Mongolian hat

Mongols are the most powerful nomadic nation. Men and even Women fought along side as some of the best warriors, archers, and horse riders.
These nomadic people were considered so dangerous and disruptive that the Qin Dynasty began construction of the Great Wall to protect China from Mongol attacks.

There were over 100 types of hats, different in shape and purpose --for young and old, men and woman, fashionable and everyday hats, for summer and winter, holiday and ceremonies.

Regular hats like the louz can serve all occasions. In winter the rims can be lowered and protect against wind or cold. On warmer days the rims are rolled up and tied to the back side.

Hats are very functional, but also are the main piece of clothing. In earlier times each hat was richly embroidered with silk, velvet, ornaments, furs and even precious stones. Often long tassels and red strips streaming in the wind would make the owner look very stylish. These red streamers gave rise to the term "red tasseled Mongols". The hats embroidery and ornaments would also indicate the social status and even age of its owner.

Here is a nice sculpt based hat with fur and flexi strips.