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Officially introducing my model Lily. She has modeled for me for years and I am forever grateful for her willingness to continue to sit for shoots as she grows up. I do realize Tigers have stripes and not spots, but calling this gossamer "Leopard Lily" sounds silly. While the spotted flower comes in many colorful shades, the yellow lily symbolizes thankfulness and the desire for enjoyment. I feel like that is perfect considering it is spring 2022 and the world opening up once again. Being grateful for what the past two years has done for us and a desire to get out there once again and live a little more freely. This Gossamer is indeed playful and ready for a vacation or a party or two! -
This cloche embodies Art Deco in the 1920/30's. Art Deco design is characterized by layered shapes, intricate line art, aerodynamic shapes and metallic colors like gold and chrome. This zigzag modern take on the 20's cloche is a one of a kind show-stopper. The hat band is an upcycled beaded strap from a dress and some petals on the 3D flower are done made using un-felted silk, emphasizing the size of the original silk pattern. A real statement piece, it can be worn to an even or a special night out, or simply as daywear teamed with a warm sweater or wool coat. Glamour and Luxury, Art-Deco inspired wearable art. -
Subtle hints of greys, blues, and gold comprise this stunning work of art. Appropriate for any occasion, and perfect for supporting loved ones on their wedding day. This piece is unique and timeless. -
A great "starter" Trish Raine hat, Bibi cloche has style, sensibility and practicality. She will protect you in cold, damp winter weather (basically anything winter will throw at you), although colder than -15C you might place her under a hood. She will fold up in your purse, willingly fit a ponytail of hair in her folds, and her design (many silks) will match pretty much anything you wear. She can go "running" or exercising with you; snowshoeing, x-country skiing, dog walking. She can also be the comfortable friend who accompanies you to the Saturday market and completes chores with you. She is reliable and maintains her shape for many years. Like a trusted old friend, she's got your back, providing comfort and warmth. -
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When you set this hat on your head, you feel drawn back hundreds of years to a time where you travel with a chaperone. Your trunks filled with clothing and accessories are loaded onto the train. When you reach your destination, your mind is filled with fresh energy and a desire to make it big. The risk of the voyage will bring wild adventure. You take a deep breath, and step into the city... -
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You arrive at the party. People turn to see you and smile, knowing that you're youthful personality is reflected in this hat. Stunning, fresh and new. Like you'd just been plucked out of the garden yourself! Flowers always make people better, happier and more helpful; they are sunshine, food and medicine for the soul. - Luther Burbank -
The Dee family created the American candy company that produces Smarties. Founder Edward Dee, who used to occasionally go in to work until age 95 (he has since passed), left the company to his three granddaughters who currently run the candy empire. With family-friendly working hours, each smarties workers are gifted 30lb of candy each Halloween to share the sweet goodness. This "Dee's" gossamer is a nod to women-run empires, with heart, sharp minds and a sweet disposition. -
This is a cloche/turban with a vintage feel and modern sensibilities. I named her Eleanor, to honor Eleanor Roosevelt who made such a significant impact on civil and women's rights. A woman who carved out a new role for first wives and pioneered women's rights. I would like to think she would like this understated yet eye-catching hat. One of a kind, sensible and fashion forward. "The Future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." Eleanor Roosevelt -
Elena is a stunner. Textured silk with gorgeous fabric detailing is fused with merino wool to make this elegant statement piece. She can be dressed up or down, worn more casually for a stroll outside or paired with a winter coat to accompany you on an evening out. You WILL turn heads in this hat, you will be noticed. -
Fun, flirty, flowers! This hat style is from the 1960's but styled in vintage 1940's fashion. This bright turquoise hat is shaped on an asymmetrical block and worn on the side of the head, held in place with an elastic. It is a piece which can be dressed up or down, depending on your occasion. From a wedding, to the races, to a night out with friends. A great piece to add to your wardrobe! -
This hat is made for a woman that appreciates classic style, clean lines, and muted colors. Its fedora styling brings to mind some of the famous female spies and intelligence workers of the first and second world wars such as Edith Cavell and Genevieve Feinstein. This hat pairs stylishly with a timeless trench, but can be modernized with a basic sweater, jeans, and a simple handbag. Whether you are undercover or out for coffee, this hat provides you warmth, substance, and style. -
Buy something extraordinary and love it. Wear it all the time. I posted SO many pictures of this hat as it shows how rich it looks from every angle. A modern fabric handmade by fusing silk velour with wool, this hat catches the light emphasizing its beauty with a nod to vintage design. Wear it with a wool coat, feather boa, high-necked sweater, or cashmere shawl, this hat wants to accompany you on every outing you take this winter and fall. Versatile, a simple design, and oh, so luxurious... -
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The golden sheen of this hat is subtle, but the message is clear. You are confident and feel beautiful. You love the finer things in life, and appreciate the artistic nature of this unique cocktail hat."I once had a rose named after me and I was very flattered. But I was not pleased to read the description in the catalogue: no good in a bed, but fine up against a wall."-Eleanor Roosevelt -
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If I could pick ANY celebrity to wear this hat, I would pick Helen Mirren. Her nod to casual fashion, her attitude on ageing, her fight for better roles and jobs for women in Hollywood, and being a norm-defying badass. I bet she would love this hat even more if she knew it was from a thrift shop / up-cycled dress! I picture a cool autumn or winter day in London where she has to go out. Her casual chic outfit in subdued denim and a textured jacket, her favorite leather boots. Toss on this gossamer and with grace and elegance, she is out the door. Warm and glamourous. -
A modern take on a vintage turban. This "kitchen sink" turban has a blend of many fabulous prints all fused into one hat. One of a kind design, it is a casual head-turning topper for the hat-venturous! While sensible (it will not crush your hair, will keep you warm in the winter/fall/spring, and will defend you against unfavorable weather), it has a wonderful flair and joie de vivre! A unique hat to match your unique personality! -
Iris Dot can be dressed up or down for an elegant evening or casual outing. The up-cycled silk that was felted into the wool was also used to create a headband, showing just how much the wool changes not only the size of the print, but the look of the fabric. I acquired the fur pompom on a trip to Beijing four years ago! It trims this hat so well, hinting at colder days that are coming! Paired with a wool coat or chunky turtleneck sweater, this hat will keep your head warm in all sorts of fall/winter weather. -
There are all kinds of quotes about Leopard print. Seemingly you're either a fan, or not. Where Jenna may surprise you is the variety of her undertones (tan, burnt orange, brown) thus the amount of colors and outfits she will match! Leopard print is something that acts as a staple in a wardrobe, a kind of neutral... This hat will roll up into a purse, fend off bad weather (snow, sleet, fog, some rain) keeping you warm and cozy as you go about your life this autumn, winter and fall. Adding a little zing to a wardrobe, she's ready for you...are you ready for her? -
Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken ceramics with gold — with the concept that an even stronger, more beautiful piece of art will emerge by incorporating its defects and imperfections. Every break is seen as unique and instead of repairing an item like new, or throwing an item away, the 400-year-old craft now highlights the "scars" as a part of the design.This Kintsugi hat is a modern take of this timeless technique. A traditional shape, this bowler features a side-swept crown at the front. The silk’s pinstripe velour flecked in gold is a staple of evening fashion, highlighting the shape of the hat with the geometry of the print. Gold beading fills in the space between the silk fabric ends, an organic pattern that emerged from the hand-felting, as if it was a broken piece of porcelain. The beads imply the flow of gold, as it is laid between the broken segments of the original hat. Sometimes in the process of repairing such a piece, we can create something more distinctive, beautiful and resilient. Timeless, yet scarred with a story from each unique piece. Kintsugi is a tender embrace of time, mishap and serendipity. -
This hat glistens with texture! A velour silk scarf was fused with merino wool to make this hat. A casual yet feminine version of the traditionally-male bowler hat. -
A midnight blue denim inspired cocktail hat, or demi-chapeau, this number can be worn with a sweater, jean jacket, coat or gown. It is worn cocked to the side, sweeping across your forehead. Subtle buttery yellow, blushing pink and subtle orange flowers are speckled on a denim silk, to give this hat a casual, relaxed look. Comfortable to wear, the elastic tucks into your hair, whether it is worn down or in an upsweep. This sweet topper will make you the talk of the town. Fashion has two purposes: comfort and love. Beauty comes when fashion succeeds." - Coco Chanel. -
While thrift shopping for silks, I OFTEN find amazing fashion. This prized t-shirt is a fabulous find - featuring hats, French, and a triple butt-ruffle!!! When I made this hat, I knew it was destined for the woman who would love a playful top like this. Whether you are sweet, classy, flirty, or simply graceful, this French-inspired beret worn at an angle can be anything you want it to be. You just need to bring your personality. -
In summer I can't help but be inspired by nature, in this specific case by the raspberries that grow wild in our yard. Their geometry, the way they ripen and smell, and of course their magical taste. I love strolling around the property, grabbing handfuls of the fruit and enjoying the warmth and beauty of the season. This Gossamer hat has that summertime ease and simplicity to it. Not too showy but on closer inspection has a fine beaded detail and a sweets-inspired band. This hat can remind you of summertime and its bounty the whole year through. Perfect for the fall and spring seasons, good under a hood in the winter. -
This is a perfect gossamer hat to get if you're wanting something comforting on fall days, a hat you can dress up for an event, or keep casual for weekday wear. Black and royal blue silk mixed with royal blue wool and a fun lining silk, this hat is the one you'll reach for when you just need a hat to be there for you, without much thought or consideration. In this "post-covid" life things seem overwhelming at times both in complexity or busy-ness, and maybe just slowing down and simplifying is the way through it. KISS principle (keep is simple sweetie) seems juuuuust about right. -
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Fresh air, low sun, subtle warmth and leaves crunching underfoot. When you wake up to go out, grab Autumn Sunshine to keep you toasty this fall and winter. Subtle paisley and muted gold with hints of light pink sparkle... A comfortable and deep cloche on your head to make you look fabulous and keep you warm.. "It was one of those perfect fall days when the air is cool enough to wake you up but the sun is also kissing your face". - Anita Diamant -
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Striking but subtle in her tawny tones, light pink beads, paisley design and silk headband, Madge gossamer has got you covered. All she asks in return is that you wear her to the market, on your commute, into the woods, or to a dinner out. She's game to go wherever you take her. She loves comforting you on those days your hair is being unruly, couching your locks in her ample beret-style room. She promises not to tug at you, instead warming you (but providing enough air flow so that you don't overheat) and with her silky insides, she promises to be gentle. She even has room for glasses and won't give you a headache in return. See, Madge is the friend you didn't know you needed. :) For a large-headed woman, meet your new BFF. -
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"A person carries off a hat. Hats are about emotion. It is all about how it makes you feel". - Philip Treacy This hat can be worn by a woman or man. This bowler will make you will feel distinguished, chic, and stylish without being "over the top". Subtle gray, gold and blue silk marked by a rich grosgrain band that will turn heads and elicit compliments. Perfect for a night out, a shop at the market, or a blues concert. -
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This fedora is made from an upcycled animal print dress featuring flecks of gold, deep greens and grays. It immediately made me think of the woods, somewhere I like to escape to in all seasons, be it on snowshoes or with rubber boots (our woods are pretty muddy all year). Casual and soft, this fedora is very comfortable to wear and warm on your head! Nature is also reflected in the merino wool with deep charcoal gray and mustard highlights. Such a rugged yet delicate beauty. P.S. Ozzy was with us on our shoot. He's completely deaf and was hoooooooowling with excitement to be outside in the woods. For that last photograph, of course I joined him. I believe I was as excited as he was. :) -
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Reports have it that F. Scott Fitzgerald's character Daisy, in the Great Gatsby, was modeled after Genevra King. It is written that Ginerva "remained for Fitzgerald an archetype for the alluring, independent and upper class woman, ultimately unattainable by someone of a modest social background like himself". I see Daisy wearing this cloche in this modern day, highlighting her casual classic beauty, drawing draw the eye and admiration of passers-by... -
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I don't know about you, but given today's social isolation precautions, I am finding moments of joy in the small activities in my house. While felting in my kitchen I typically stream dance music, and find myself singing and dancing to some great tunes. Nothing gets me happier than a view, the sun, good music and felt making. This hat is a kitchen sink style cloche, which while sensible and covers your ears, also conveys moments of joy! The piece has several different silks all colliding on one hat, a style of hat I've termed "The Kitchen Sink". In the 1920's there was an actress Gilda Gray who popularized the "shimmy" dance. I believe she would have worn this hat fabulously. Combined with her beauty, European exoticism and willingness to shake her stuff on stage, Gilda was seen as unconventional, slightly dangerous, and emblematic of a new generation ready to party. -
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This is a feminine take on the traditional men's bowler hat. The felt reminds me of Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman, in her polka-dot dress at the Polo field. The throwback feeling of the fabric dress used in this hat has me nostalgic for a simpler time and a delightful romcom movie. While the silk material is fused with merino wool to make the hat, a simple strip of silk is used to highlight the hatband on this one-of-a-kind hat. Simple covered buttons detail the side of the hat band in understated classic style. -
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This summer I've been watching my social media feed, and the escapes my friends have made from their regular lives to bodies of water. There is peace, mental space and room to breathe when one finds oneself in or beside a large body of water. It is as if the deep colors of the water mixed with the rhythm of the waves lulls you to another part of your brain where you can escape the business of your life... This hat and its relaxed style and deep marine colours evokes that same feeling. Light and comfortable, it can "take you away" when you are not close to your body of water, evoking the same tranquility as you feel when on holiday... "Why do we love the sea? It is because it has some potent power to make us think things we like to think". - Robert Henri -
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I made this gossamer hat while live streaming Megan and Harry's wedding. I had just picked up the most delightful raspberry gingham scarft for a lining, and this hat came together perfectly. Just as the day seemed to pass, the silks and merino wool blended so beautifully together, it was indeed a magical day! Reminiscent of springtime peonies and azalea flowers, this hat will raise your spirits and turn heads like the glorious flowers do each spring on their return... -
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It is said that the dawn of teenagers emerged in the 1920's. Entering the workforce a little later, delaying marriage, and the automobile carrying a courtship away from one's parent's watchful eye made room for teenagers to express themselves, soon becoming the flapper generation. Smoking, cutting their hair, dancing with wild abandon, flappers characterized an energetic freedom not yet seen by women. This hat is a modern take on what a new teen might wear. Deep on the head, a coy brim and a showy bouquet of flowers on the crown, this hat is sensible, retro and yet fashion forward! Filled with flowers it is a very pretty statement piece that can be dressed up or down. "A girl should be two things: who and what she wants". - Coco Chanel -
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This color does not appeal to all, but you KNOW if you are the woman who can wear these colors. Olive green, blushed pink, peach and butter yellow, this sleek beret is a wonderful addition to any wardrobe. Team it with a tan coat, a black sweater, or grey scarf... This hat is style and subtle glamor all the way. -
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The red poppy - highly symbolic and aesthetically pleasing. It has been known to represent sleep, peace and death, to produce opiates and cause wars. For me it is a flower that quickly captures my attention. The velvet feeling of its petals, both vibrant and yet so delicate. The tall stem that looks as if it could easily snap in a sharp wind. The seed pod that has remarkable geometry and reminds me of a salt shaker. The beauty of this flower takes my breath away, and helps me remember... -
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I have had this beaded silk material for years. Sometimes I let silks sit a year or two until I realize the amazing hat I want to make with them. Recently while thrift shopping I picked up a black and navy floral scarf that I intended to offer to my niece for her hat. On closer inspection I realized that it was a perfect match for the beaded flower silk, and I scooped it up for myself! This is the resulting hat, a GORGEOUS hat from all angles, the beads and sequins and sculptural elements. Subtle yet glamorous, it can be dressed up for a night out and worn casually with a high-neck sweater to get your morning coffee... -
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Fresh. This hat hosts an abundance of cheerful flowers to make you think of peonies, roses, and the smell of fresh rain on your garden. Navy blue cocktail hat with deep purple leather leaves as an accent. Now...where was that garden party? -
This hat is best described by a song by Tenille Townes - wanting to reclaim her fierce, carefree self, indulging in the beauty and pace of the smaller moments in life. "The girl who didn't care": "I wanna worry a little less, love a little more Barefoot in a dress, dancing on the floor Like I did, back when, when I was younger Making up the songs, playing in my head Didn't matter what anybody said Didn't need to be like all the others Giant dreams and wild hair Yeah, I know she's still in there somewhere The girl who didn't care" -
This headband is a show-stopper. Bold colors, sculptural design and sheer elegance. This can be worn to a formal event, wedding, or garden party. The shape can be changed by bending the lace's supporting wire. Valentina means health and strength. "It is a shame for a woman to grow old without ever seeing the strength and beauty of which her body is capable". - Socrates. -
This large-brimmed hat features a deep crown and wildflowers everywhere. A striking hat that will draw the eye of those around you, a signature piece that is both formal yet relaxed. Confident, elegant and beautiful, this hat will be great in the shoulder seasons and winter to keep your head warm. "She sprouted love like flowers, grew a garden in her mind, and even on the darkest days, from her smile the sun still shined." - Erin Hanson -
This hat is a modern take on the classic fedora. Shaped by hand, the uniqueness and elegance of this hat will turn everyone's head. The brown classic bow and grosgrain brim contrast with the subtle yet playful polka dot silk. The silk is from an up-cycled skirt that I thrifted and actually wore for a season! Its re-birth as a beautiful fedora will ensure that it continues to provide joy to the wearer for years to come. A gorgeous hat for fall, winter and spring.
