TORONTO — Alex Tilley, the designer of the iconic Canadian hat bearing his name, has died at 87. The avid sailor created what ...

This innovation stemmed from Tilley's frustration with the lack of suitable sailing hats. His invention quickly gained popularity, becoming a staple for outdoor enthusiasts and even supplying hats to ...

Alex Tilley, an avid sailor, was driven by the need to create functional and stylish headwear for outdoor adventures. In 1980, he designed what is now affectionately known as the Tilley hat.

Alex Tilley, the inventor of the iconic Tilley Hat, died on Oct. 28 at age 87 in Muskoka. His inspiration for the Tilley Hat started as an idea to create the perfect sailing hat. There wasn’t a hat ...