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Early morning with your coffee in hand, you slide on your sandals and wander into your garden. The day is calm and the smell of roses starts to perfuse the air, warming in the sun. This hat is that feeling that you don't have to leave behind when autumn and winter arrive. You can drop your shoulders and relax every time you reach for this hat. I wish I could infuse a smell of roses into this hat (hahah - I can't) to keep you company over the winter, reminding you that spring and summer are not that far away... -
I'm going to let you in on a Behind-the-scenes moment for Trish Raine. Sometimes I struggle with creating pieces and this hat was a battle royale. I made the felt, then hemmed and hawed at the resulting hood. I discussed the merino wool fibre with a friend and finally decided to make a soft fedora. Once made, I longingly searched my many containers full of bands, bows, ribbon, flowers and feathers to come up with a finish that I would be pleased with. I ended up upcycling a be-jeweled t-shirt I'd been wearing for years, plucking the hundreds of odd-shaped jewels into a bowl, then randomly sewing them onto this hat. The result is a stunningly beautiful fedora I would call a showpiece. It has sweet flowers, leopard print and green delicate foliage that peers from around the jeweled crown. So soft and comfortable to wear, it oozes casual elegance. It was well-worth the battle and patience to persevere. "I try to make it look easy, but the behind the scenes stuff is the challenge". - Stephen Curry -
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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 -
In the late winter most of us crave color, a warm breeze and to feel the heat of the sun. New growth shows itself slowly as the snow recedes. There is a sense of joy, of hope and new beginnings. Plans start to form for getting (and staying) outside, perhaps even seeing family or friends we've not been able to see... While Covid-19 has made the last year very difficult and perhaps has made the winter feel especially long, I think there is renewed hope and relaxation with the thought of the arrival of spring. This hat is so very cheerful and spring-like. The silk is upcycled from a skirt that has embroidered flowers at the top and bottom, the middle being a pile of delicate leaves. I'm thrilled with how they've clustered on the hat, as it looks as if your head is a garden bed blooming beautiful flowers! A vintage turban design with a modern twist using upcycled fashion. What a bouquet! -
The thing about felt making is that although you have a vision and you set up what you're making very carefully and skillfully, you never really know how it is going to turn out. There is a "letting go" of control when feltmaking, and when you reveal what you've made, I call it a "no whammies" reveal. A little hope and a prayer each time. ;) This hat turned out EXACTLY as I'd planned. I couldn't have placed the print better, as the hood (felt shape) was destined for this vintage turban block. The felt is light, thin and even, as you would expect with such a topper. It exudes luxury and is for the woman who is a confident hat-wearer. This hat WILL turn heads and say to the onlooker that you are a woman who is sure of yourself. Casual and dressy, this hat can take you from the market to an evening out. -
Elena is a stunner. Textured silk with gorgeous fabric detailing is fused with merino wool to make this elegant flapper-inspired 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. -
This demi-chapeau sits almost as a beret would, with the long side sweeping down your right hairline. The print is fresh, with purple patterns on turquoise. Highlighted by a mount of lavender feathers it is reminiscent of a bird of paradise, oozing notes of spring, summer or the tropics. With this hat you are ready to take flight! Sophisticated and head-turning, this hat is comfortable to wear and the handmade felt make it a one-of-a-kind piece. To the races, a wedding, or a special occasion, this hat will set you and your outfit alight. -
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. -
Hilma Af Klint was an Swedish artist ahead of her time - blending botany, science, mysticism, and spirit into work the world wasn't ready for. Trained at Stockholm's Royal Academy of Fine arts in 1887 - rare for a women - she created some of the first abstract paintings, then chose to keep them hidden for decades after her death. She trusted what she saw, even when no one else did. This deep cloche carries that same quiet certainty. Structured yet soft, patterned like a secret language, it sits low and close - like a thought you keep just for yourself. I feel that she would have loved this hat, a chance to wear her art before anyone knew it existed... -
Josephine Baker was known not only for her groundbreaking performances and magnetic stage presence but also for her bold fashion sense that mixed glamour, playfulness, and avant-garde flair. This richly decorated hat — with its beaded embellishments and vibrant color — fits perfectly with the kind of daring elegance she embodied. Imagine Josephine strolling the streets of Paris in the 1920s, pairing this hat with a tailored coat and a confident smile, turning sidewalks into runways. Your turn, 100 years later... -
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. -
This hat is named for the woman we all know, the one who is holding her world together. Children, events, spouses, small businesses, parents and life's changes; there are so many dynamics to keep a family together and functioning. With humor, humility and a lot of grit, this one goes out to that friend who manages to keep things balanced with grace, a wry smile...and a touch of madness. -
Rich jewel-tones swirl horizontally across this hat, from the crimped crown to the wide and asymmetrical brim. This hat is a head-turner in style and color and will match nearly everything in your wardrobe! Casual or dressy, it can accompany you on a walk in the park, a shop at the farmer's market, or a night out on the town. -
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. -
This pillbox hat is a texture-lover's dream. Soft felt featuring printed silk velour textures that ripple when felted into the wool. Polka dot and paisley silk accentuate the swarovski crystals hand-sewn onto the veil. This hat is soft and very comfortable to wear. A definite show-stopper worn at a jaunty angle on the head. Elegant yet casual with a relaxed structure. This hat will surely turn heads and provide that finishing touch on many outfits you have. -
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 hat has a sleek silhouette, a whimsical assortment of patterns, and a deep red color that will catch everyone's eye. From every angle, this hat has you looking fabulous. It is versatile for casual wear with a denim jacket, or a night out on the town with a felt coat; it can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. "A hat is a flag, a shield, a bit of armor, and the badge of femininity. A hat is the difference between wearing clothes and wearing a costume; it's the difference between being dressed and being dressed up; it's the difference between looking adequate and looking your best. A hat is to be stylish in, to glow under, to flirt beneath, to make all others seem jealous over, and to make all men feel masculine about. A piece of magic is a hat." - Martha Sliter. -
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This kitchen sink deep cloche is named for Alma Reville, a pioneer for women in the film industry. She also was known as Alfred Hitchcock's wife. Writer, assistant director, actress, screenwriter, Alma wore many hats and forged a path for women in film. She was also Hitchcock's sounding board and collaborator. On accepting a Lifetime Achievement Award, Alfred is quoted as thanking "I beg permission to mention by name only four people who have given me the most affection, appreciation and encouragement, and constant collaboration. The first of the four is a film editor, the second is a scriptwriter, the third is the mother of my daughter, Pat, and the fourth is as fine a cook as ever performed miracles in a domestic kitchen. And their names are Alma Reville". -
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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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This 1920's inspired cloche is a modern take on an old design. Like you're the technicolor girl dropped back in a vintage black and white film. This hat is VIBRANT. Beautiful turquoise wool and silk with hazel and turquoise highlights in the applique across the bottom of the crown. Beads and sequins dot across the fabric. The crown is deep, meaning you can pull it down to channel the coquette 20's look, or leave it a bit higher, depending on taste (or weather conditions). -
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Brownie Wise was the ultimate party planner, inventing the idea of home parties to promote Tupperware in the 1950's. During convention weekend Jubilees lavish gifts and rewards were presented and elaborate treasure hunts were done with prizes buried underground. This hat, "Brownie Mae", would be what she would choose to wear. Stylish, commanding and luxurious. Her desire for happiness helped recruit thousands of women into a career at a time when a woman's role was conventionally tied to the home. In 1954 she became the first woman to appear on the cover of Business Week magazine. This hat is handmade felt. The upcycled sequined silk fabric is fused with raw merino wool in a process of wet felting called nuno felting. Once the fabric/felt hood is created, it is blocked over a vintage heated block and shaped by hand. The silk velour hat band is dyed to match the peach/red tone of the felt. This hat is halfway between a regular felt and gossamer in its weight, with the density of the sequins helping to create structure. Beautiful from every angle, comfortable, and yes...sensible. This hat fits a small-sized head, 21.25-21.5″ in circumference. If you have any questions about size, please contact me. "No Matter who you are, you alone can give the world something that it can get from no other source" - Brownie Wise. -
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The resume of the woman who wears this hat reads as follows: Uniform is the classic black trench. Carries a briefcase to work, while wearing stilettos. Can disarm you verbally in mediation or court. This hat pairs perfectly with a classic black coat, red lips, and a fierce personality. Women who love espresso need apply. -
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Sometimes I make hats and they exceed my expectations, and this one is one of them. The upcycled silk scarf is brown with gold velvet which when combined with brown wool created this hood - so lush and rich in character. The big geometric shapes remind me of ancient Egyptian's eyeliner, so placing the print over the wearer's left eye is a nod to Cleopatra and the beauty of that ancient culture. This one is a stunner from all angles, a work of wearable art. -
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I have a friend Nicole (Coco) who I get to see nearly every day at work. She brings out the best in me and is an incredible photographer. These are her shots. I've stepped out of 'professional' Trish Raine here to show you some of the ACTUAL shots we got, wearing Coco in Leopard. You see, Nicole makes me giggle and this hat on its own brings me glee. It is so stylish, simple yet sculptural and timeless, and makes you feel like you get to dress up again bringing out your inner vixen! 2020 has been a beast, but this hat makes you feel more in your skin, more joy and optimism for a time we can all get out of our sweatpants again!!! Everyone needs a little Nicole/Coco in Leopard in their lives... (photo credits: Nicole Delong Photography, in Fredericton, New Brunswick). -
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When you wear a hat or any fashion that "fits" physically and stylistically you stand taller, feeling more secure and confident. You know today is going to be a good day...equal to a great hair day or simply driving when all the traffic lights turn green as you commute to work. Deborah is one of those "sure thing" additions to your wardrobe. She's luxurious to feel and looks like a foreign fabric, perhaps fur. People won't believe she's handmade felt with her muted colors and subtle patterns. The hint of animal print on the edge, she will support any look you want, be it casual or on a night out. You won't have to say a word with her on, people will take note of it promoting the beautiful you... She's a woman of action and few words. -
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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 -
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Elsa Schiaparelli is known for surreal design and eccentric fashion. She loved leopard fur and leopard print, and was well-known for her cheetah hat. Elsa lived a creative and adventure-filled life, balking at societal expectations, becoming a 'modern woman' of the times; independence, creativity, and a passion for innovation. This hat is for today's modern woman. Someone who enjoys structure yet likes to play with animal print. Someone who values innovation and unique design. This timeless piece will set an outfit apart by paying respect to the designs of the past but with a slightly taller crown, a definite head-turner. -
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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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When you put this hat on it brings out something special in you. Some see it as an occasion hat (winter wedding), others as a casual topper (to the market or out for supper), but whichever way you choose to wear it, it will turn heads and make you shine. Joy in Blush gossamer features drape from the glass beads, character from the upcycled dress and sensibility as it will protect you from cooler temperatures or inclement weather. Perfect for the shoulder seasons, it makes you feel special and exude joy. -
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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 hat is THE accessory piece to an outfit or a special outing. The felt hat has delicious texture as the wool has fused to and rippled the black silk velour during the felting process. It reminds me of textiles made for Royalty that sit in museums or castles in Europe. The bow is made with stiff pineapple silk; oversized and flipped upside down as if you're about to get swept off your feet! We play dress up as youngsters. Somewhere along the line many of us lose that ability to just let go and express ourselves with fashion and play. This hat invites you back to a simpler time where play was fun and the bigger the bow, the better! -
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The silk for this gossamer hat was up-cycled from a very intricately beaded silk blouse. SO vibrant with fabulous detail, this hat reminds me of my garden right now (August)! Heaps of colorful perennials providing pollen and nectar to honeybees, hummingbirds and various other flying insects. I will often sit quietly and watch the action around my garden beds, witnessing the little ecosystem and marveling in its beauty. That feeling, that "Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhh", is what this hat does to me. Capture summer and take that feeling of calm and warmth with you into your winter and fall seasons with this gorgeous gossamer hat. -
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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" -
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This hat whisks you from where you are to New York City. A place of unlimited fashion freedom. Where black is the main color of clothing, styled into sharp, intelligent and unique outfits. The key to the outfit? The power of a well-chosen accessory... This hat is edgy and can be worn many ways. By changing its place on your head, even by one inch, the whole feel of the hat changes. Pull it down to demurely cover one eye increasing the mystery... Tilt it upward a little, and it has the feel of a modern 60's Maud hat. The point is...why not bring a little NYC home. Be that person to keep that fashion flair alive, right where you live. "Personal style is attitude, attitude, attitude. It has to come from within. You have to develop things yourself". - Iris Apfel -
Wallis Simpson exemplified luxury, style, and practicality often opting for versatile pieces that could be worn for various occasions. She was known for her ability to mix high-end designer items with more affordable accessories. Simpson's sense of style was influential and aspirational, capturing the essence of luxury while remaining grounded in practicality. As a prominent figure in the 1930s, she epitomized the balance between opulence and functionality in both her fashion choices and her lifestyle. I feel like this Gossamer, Wallis, would fit the bill for today's simple eco-conscious, fashion design.
