Rock legend in Krakow hat shop. "He laughed that he had a big head"

Rod Stewart will perform at the Tauron Arena in Krakow today, but the famous musician found some time to visit the famous City of Krakow. Where did he visit? Among other places, the famous hat shop on Floriańska Street.

Rod Stewart is a living legend of rock music . The British singer and composer has sold over 250 million records worldwide. His trademark? Definitely his distinctive vocals and extravagant style .

For more than five decades, Stewart has produced chart-topping hits including "Maggie May," "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy" and "Forever Young," but the musician remains active to this day, releasing his 33rd studio album, Swing Fever , in 2024, with Jools Holland and his orchestra.

Today, May 8, Rod Stewart will perform at the Tauron Arena in Krakow as part of his European tour. Thousands of fans will gather to hear the artist's biggest hits and newer songs from his swing repertoire live. Even after sixty years of his career, Stewart has not lost any of his form, so it's going to be an evening full of energy!

Poster promoting Rod Stewart's concert in Kraków / photo: promotional materials

During his stay in Krakow , the musician naturally decided to explore the capital of Małopolska . Walking down Floriańska Street, he came across a small, stylish hat shop, which has been run for many years by 84-year-old Maria Lipka .

The inconspicuous place caught the artist's attention, who, as it turned out, was looking for a new head covering. As we learn from "Gazeta Krakowska" , the musician was in a good mood trying on subsequent models, commenting that... he had a big head. In the end, Stewart chose a classic flat cap.

- When trying on clothes, he joked that he had a big head and that few hats would fit him. What he chose from us suited his bushy hair very well - recalls Joanna , Mrs. Maria's granddaughter, who recognized the singer.

The shop run by 84-year-old Maria Lipka has been operating for over 60 years – initially on Filipa Street , and for three decades on Floriańska Street – is a place with soul, visited by fans of elegance looking for classics and craftsmanship. Both from Krakow and other cities.

As we learn from the article, Mrs. Maria comes to work every day, regardless of the weather. Although she no longer makes hats herself, she still cares about the quality of the models she offers.

All Rod Stewart fans who would like to purchase a unique souvenir after the concert… Now they know where to go.