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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. -
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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. -
This hat has an 80's gold "trophy wife" dress fused with black wool. All the beads and sequins draped over the crown of the hat reminds me of molten gold. A showstopper piece, this can be worn casually to a market, a function or a night out. The crown features an indented swoosh that highlights the movement of the beads across the hat. One-of-a-kind, this hat is a head-turner from every angle. -
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 -
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. -
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. -
According to Kate Smith (sensationalcolor.com) "Gray is the color of intellect and of compromise. It’s a diplomatic color, negotiating all the distance between black and white. We typically consider gray to be conservative, elegant, and cool, though it can be a bit mysterious". It is the color which supports and enhances all others, and in the palette of this hat enhances the natural golds, and browns and dusty blues of the silk on merino wool. Sophisticated and stately with a casual flair, this hat will not only keep you warm during cooler weather, it can be dressed up or down when paired with a sweater, jacket, or scarf for many an outing. -
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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. -
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. -
Bessie cloche captures the 1920's feel with a modern aesthetic. Eye catching from every angle, it is a mixture of fabrics, textures and design, an ultra-feminine version of an unadorned cloche. Bessie love was an actress who transitioned successfully from silent to sound movies, working on an off until 1983. Expected to entertain at parties, she quickly learned how to sing and dance, and play the ukulele, and is credited with being the first woman to dance the Charleston on film. -
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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 -
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... -
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 -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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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. -
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...
