Welcome to Eli and Lu Hat Company named after our two boys Elijah and Lucas! We design all of our hats in sunny Phoenix, Arizona with style and safety in mind. Our inspiration comes from the desert landscape and we understand the impact that UV rays have on our skin. After experiencing skin cancer first hand in our family we were on a mission to reduce the risk and began designing quality toddler hats with UPF 50 protection. Why UPF 50? Children have thinner and more sensitive skin which means they are more prone to skin damage at an early age. A UPF 50 rating means 98% of the suns rays are blocked which reduces exposure risk significantly. Follow our journey on Instagram @eliandluhatco and join the Eli and Lu family!