Dec 2, 2013

Stetson Cloth Hats & Caps Manufactured With The New No Fly Zone Fabric Repel Insects Odorlessly and Invisibly

Anyone who ventures beyond the most manicured of urban landscapes knows how uncomfortable—not to say downright unhealthy—it can be when one’s head becomes dinner for insects! Now, however, thanks to Stetson Cloth Hats & Caps and No Fly Zone™ fabric from Burlington® Labs, there’s help at hand for everyone who harbors a yearning to be outdoors, whether in the backyard, in the woods of North America, or in the depths of a tropical rain forest! The No Fly Zone™ nylon fabric used in this group of Stetson hats features a patented, (EPA registration number 83588-1) odorless and invisible insect repellent technology that incorporates a permethrin-permeated layer (recommended by the CDC and WHO) to drive off mosquitoes, ticks, ants, chiggers, flies and midges as soon as they land on it—and it remains effective for 70 washings.

The Stetson hats with No Fly Zone™ technology come in a neutral Kaki color, and in shapes to suit every face—and, with three sizes (M, L, XL) to choose from, they fit, and look good on, both men and women. STC199, a boonie with mesh insert adjustable sizing toggle and a sun shield to protect the back of the neck, STC200, a solid boonie with chin strap, and STC197, a nylon mesh safari with chin cord all have 2 ½ inch brims. STC198, a mesh safari with chin cord, has a bigger 3 ½ inch brim. Retail prices are in the $30 to $35 range and will ship to stores for spring/summer 2014.

“Given the discomfort caused by insect bites, let alone the health risks,” said Todd Gardner, Senior VP of Merchandise and Marketing of Stetson Cloth Hats & Caps parent, Dorfman Pacific, “we believe that these attractive, well-crafted, and affordably priced hats will rapidly prove to be indispensible in the wardrobe of any man or woman who likes to get out and enjoy the outside life.”

About Dorfman Pacific: Dorfman Pacific is one of the largest full-line, in-stock headwear companies in the world. The business, founded in 1921, began with a 5,000 square foot facility in Oakland, California as a small woolen dress cap manufacturer. Today, Dorfman Pacific has a 300,000 square foot facility in Stockton, California, showrooms throughout the USA, satellite headquarters in New York, New York and sells its products worldwide. Categories include a comprehensive collection of men’s and children’s headwear, women’s and teens headwear, handbags and winter accessories. DORFMAN PACIFIC’S POWER BRAND PORTFOLIO includes styling and technology for every demographic and preference. Highlights are: Scala™, Stetson® Cloth Caps & Hats, Biltmore Hats, Callanan, Cappelli Straworld, Inc, Tommy Bahama®, Woolrich®, Stacy Adams, Christys’ London, Sinatra™, Santana by Carlos Santana, DPC 1921, DPC™, Tropical Trends, Panama Jack®, Milano Hats, Larry Mahan, ETSIS™, Indiana Jones™, Jacaru, Justin®, Blue Chair Bay™ by Kenny Chesney, Mossy Oak.