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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 -
Emmy Noether was a groundbreaking mathmatician whose theorem explained that the deepest laws of physics are governed by symmetry. Her work reshaped modern mathematics and helped scientists understand how the universe holds together. This gossamer's lattice of beads and quiet geometry echoes the patterns she loved to uncover. If Emmy was alive right now, she would reach for this cozy gossamer as she left her long day at the lab, disappearing into the night with a mind full of patterns. One of a kind, Quietly powerful. For women who know that elegance often begins with a pattern no one else can see. -
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. -
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. -
Who needs a break these days? To step off that road you're on, with your job, your family and commitments... We love what we do and we love who we are, but sometimes we just want to stop and step off. Breathe and take stock of all the good around you to really truly appreciate what you have in life. To treasure time. Lavender is one of those things that can help you stop or at least slow down, with its calm color and fragrant smell. Whether it is a field to behold, or a small sprig that catches your eye (and nose), this gossamer hat will remind you of the heat of summer and smell of lavender. Perfect for fall and spring, and worn best under a hood in the very cold winter. Lavender can help you find clarity, restore balance and embrace a calmer, fuller life. -
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. -
I've always wondered: For those of you named after colors - Violet, Jade, Scarlett, Amber, Rose, Olive, Coral, Ruby or Blanche - do you actually love wearing your namesake color, or do you sometimes feel obligated by the fashion gods? Has it become a beloved signature, or has anyone gifted you a scarf just because it 'matches your name'? Over the years of selling hats I've met many women who have 'a color' and do not deviate far from their comfort zone. If you're a lover of turquoise, teal or royal purple, this one might be for you! In the 1920's there were brightly colored cloches, and they were more than fashion - they were freedom in felt. They broke away from the somber tones of pre-WW1 fashion, mirroring the rise of women's independence, confidence and participation in public life. Bright colors underlined the boldness of the new woman - unapologetic, modern and literally turning heads - still ringing true today.
