I wear a fancy hat and a wooden one at that I can be a suit but won't make you look cute I can even become food for some considered crude

A type of elastic, but not one that gives aid Unless your hairline gives you reason to be afraid. If you aim for the king, you'd best not miss. James used to wear one, before he started playing with his kids.

Head of a duck Body of a bear Legs of a wasp Feet of a hawk

I'm a paradox in a shell, formed without life, yet life may dwell. Break me, and a meal appears, or potential futures become clear. What am I?

Most people use me every day. I may present in many colours and shapes. I’m usually accompanied by a friend with a similar shape, depending how I’m used, but sometimes I stand alone. From food to trinkets I’m a vessel that doesn’t float.