Fantastic example of 1960s Flower-mania Millinery.

The 60s love affair with big and bold floral motifs found an eager following in the millinery trade. This surreal bubble hat is enveloped in huge, fantastical blossoms. Nestled within each one is a separate little flower. The entire bouquet is cradled in green tulle which is gathered into place with a spring green velvet ribbon and bow. There is a narrow pale green brim which frames the opening and adds interest to the shape.

This style hat was designed to sit high on the head echoing the huge bouffant hairdos of the day. I think they work best with classic monochromatic dresses or suits and a sleek simple hairstyle, but that's just me. Whoever wears this hat will obviously have a creative nature and come up with their own style to showcase it's unusual beauty!

There is no designers label, only a union made tag inside so I do not know who created it. The size is a generous medium which means a little more than 22". It was never worn and is in perfect condition.


Mint Condition
 

Fabulous Angora felt Toque from the 1960s by Mr. Josephs New York.

As a milliner I am completely fascinated by this hat. It is difficult to see, because of the plush surface, but the felt has been molded in deep concentric ridges creating a subtle surface texture on the outside. You can see a picture of the inside structure in the detail photos. I wish I could have seen the head block that the designer used to create this wonderful hat. It would have looked like a wooden bee hive!
Aside from the unique shape the felt material is remarkable. I have seen a lot of angora felts in my day but this is by far the most lush. Inside the stamp of the felt maker reads Mousse HB. The color is a rich lilac.

There is a stunning jeweled accent stitched to one side. The jewel piece is a full 4" long. Clusters of prong set, pink aurora borealis rhinestones are mixed with large, rainbow, purple and pink marquise and pear shaped crystals. Lots of hats from this era sport sparkly brooches, often put on by the owner, but this piece was made for this hat. It is sewn on permanently and does not have a pin back. This would have been a very expensive hat in it's day!

The size is average, 22, and it is meant to sit up high towards the back of the head. There are absolutely no flaws and it looks like it was never worn.

Mint Condition
 

 Metallic brocade turban from the 1960s by Quaker Maid.

The fabric used to make this hat is lovely. Rich satin and gold metallic brocade with a paisley pattern in the most beautiful colors. Deep purples, peacock blue, emerald and tangerine...when soft light hits the folds the colors have an almost iridescent glow to them. It has a soft structure and is lined in royal blue faille.

This is not a pill box style turban. It is designed to hug the head like the real thing. The size is medium and the inside opening measures just shy of 23"

Excellent Condition

1960s Toasty warm.. two tone mohair cap. Two tone novelty yarn with an orange base and fluffy yellow "halo", very pretty effect. The cap is generous and can be folded up away from the face if desired. Hand crochet... label gone but most likely made in Italy.

Stretchy one size fits most

Excellent Condition

Keep cozy and warm in apres ski, late 60s style with this fun vintage fur hat by Mr. John Jr. Fur hats were all the rage during the late 60s and into the 70s. The ski bunny look was no longer reserved for the slopes or the lodge, it became a winter fashion statement.

Mr. John was a better label in millinery and worn by the most fashionable of women. In keeping with the "youthquake" movement of the 1960s, their Jr. line was created with the younger generation in mind. A take off on the more sophisticated fur hats of the day, this fur hat sports a whimsical twist with a large furry pom pom on top. The fur is a lush Shearling lamb...winter white underfur, tipped with coffee color highlights. It has a soft jersey band for comfort and is unlined.

The size will fit an average to large range from 22" up to 23".  

Excellent Condition - no flaws to note.

Cozy and toasty warm, 1970s Tuscan lamb fur hat with unique variegated coloring. The under fur is black with silver white outer tips and random brown markings. Very reminiscent of chinchilla (but not). The hat comes down low, covering the entire head. It is unlined and the opening is finished off with a jersey band. I'm sure it is Italian because I have had a number of these over the years but the label is missing.

Medium size, Best suited for a head measuring 22 1/4" or under.

Excellent Condition - No flaws to note

Cozy 1960s Winter White mohair hat with multi strand, suede band. Hand crochet... label gone but most likely made in Italy. Soft unstructured crown with narrow brim.

Stretchy one size fits most

Excellent Condition

ADOLFO II

Lovely equestrian style hat from the 1960s.
The material is a fine pari-sisol straw in navy. It is swathed in a mist of navy tulle. It has a long curved brim and short rounded crown similar to a Victorian riding hat. In back there is a beautiful hat pin with luminescent navy bead and oversized rhinestone (see detail pictures). The pin can be removed or moved to another place on the hat if you like. It is original to the hat. There are two labels inside Adofo II New York, Paris and a Bloomingdales label. The size is medium/large and will fit up to 23".

Excellent Condition
 

1970s "Granny Square" crochet cap. Purple background, multi color squares in acrylic blend. Hand made.

Stretchy one size fits most

Excellent Condition