I bought this exact hat elsewhere last year among a few others to try out. It worked out the very best so I bought several more in black, gray, and olive when the price was right. I like variety, plus it's hard not to get sweaty since I work outdoors. I also wanted a fresh hat to grab in between washings of used ones.
Some of the other hats I've purchased seem to be a better fit for a man's head and always have to overly cinch the strap to keep it on my head during just a moderate breeze. This one works great for a normal woman-sized head plus there is an adjustable elastic band around the inside above the brim to make a further tighter adjustment if needed. Definitely holds up to wind better without choking my chin out.
The ponytail opening in the back is a nice option for people with longer and more luxurious hair. I don't really use it because my hair doesn't meet that criteria, but the extra ventilation is nice. I honestly believe the general style of this brimmed hat can also work for men/boys. I don't utilize the side snaps
I wash these hats pretty regularly, but make sure to air dry them for extra longevity. They've been holding up quite well.
My head doesn't supremely overheat wearing it (I mean, when the weather is Africa Hot, you're going to be overheated no matter what). Catching a breeze through the mesh on top is super nice though.
I have occasion to wear a mosquito head net and this hat manages to do an okay job of not entirely collapsing on my face when I do. The very top head bucket generally maintains it's structure if you don't pull it down too much.
I feel like I look good in this hat and have, in fact, gotten compliments when I do. Especially when I 'put on my face' and throw on some ridic super shiny/dangly/hoopy earrings.
This is definitely a hat I will re-buy if I wear out or lose the extras I have.