Darling and Daring

This late 40s little peaked hat is adorable! When I saw it on eBay at Tarnished Past Vintage Hats, I fell for it immediately and decided I had to have it. Fortunately no-one else felt the same and I had no rivals in my bidding. Is that really because it’s totally crazy and only a mad hat lady would wear it, or because it’s too daring for this conservative hat age? (But go tell that to young Princess Beatrice.)

It’s made from synthetic grosgrain in dark blue and ivory. I love the stripe effect, perfect for a nautical summer theme. Happily, the milliner had the good sense to create a curve at the back – that softens the severity of the conical shape and gives it a playful chic. Darling and daring!