The Bollenhut of Gutach, Germany

The rural valley of Gutach, Germany in the Black Forrest developed a unique traditional hat named for its woolen pompons

The hat is worn over a black cap with a net brim
Red pompons are worn by unmarried women. Married women wear black pompons
Girl, circa 1900 in bollenhut
A back view of married woman
At a dance, circa 1900