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Xterrace, 21st Century Hat Exhibition at East India House for London Hat Week

2015-06-10T02:26:00.000-07:00

Currently Racing Fashion site is under migration to bring it up to speed and phone friendly so I have been wanting to share these images for some time now, just as I am writing this I am just about on the plane back to London for Royal Ascot.
It was such a pleasure when a good friend, Monique Lee asked me to co-curate from Australia ensuring to capture some of Australia's most upcoming International Milliners and designers. As Australia and UK have a huge time difference, Monique and I would awake to a page full of emails and exhibitors seeing how we could integrate work from around the world and showcase. Monique's skills and that of East India House students was amazing and perfection. Even Philip Treacy did mention to me personally that he had inquired about the exhibition and said he heard, "It was impressive." This was great delight to my ears as well as Monique and the exhibitors.
Besides the accolades that were given it was about the exhibition is was also a time to open to the public all about hats and what they offer to the community and that this is an art.
The entrance to the exhibition was stunning showing off one of Monique's hats that were synchronized with wire hats around the centre piece to react to the crowd, clapping and noise in the room. The lights would be stronger and a light show would appear the stronger the passion of the crowd.
Unfortunately I was unable to attend the opening of the exhibition as I was on duty at Dubai World Cup, but the space was shoulder to shoulder and such a wonderful reception from exhibitors and distinguished guests. This proved to be a very popular event for London Hat Week as well as East India House. On the last day, I had the chance to walk around the exhibition and see the exhibits. It was well worth the trip to the other side of the world and preparation. It was incredible to see all these talented people from all over the world having their work featured.
Indeed you could see the innovation from the hat from a century and two century's ago then progress into this century. Personally, I loved it. Besides from being an incredible exhibition it was also inspiring for Milliners and Crafts people to take home ideas of their loves of craft. Many people from the street came in and perused the exhibition and opened up a world of hats to some who had never before considered them. I love hats and the expression that they give the wearer and in most cases the love and freedom that comes from the maker, it was such an honour to work with such an incredible team and the reward of seeing happy faces out weighed the hefty VAT of 15,000 pounds I had to pay at customs.
I am so grateful to be in this world of loving hats and love playing with the craft myself, but in no way would compare myself to any of the great people we have among us making hats. Many times I know my passion for arts in general and loving to dress and express through the art of dress is time consuming, a money pit and little thanks, at so many times I ask why? I really don't know the answer. No one else is mad enough to do it for no cost, but I believe in keeping the arts alive, whether it be through dressing or hats, ballet, opera, visual art and the like, behind everything hand made and expression through art, there are so many stories of feelings, tireless nights, how people are changing the world. I always want to know of artists and inspire people to keep on their dream.
So many artists have been at rock bottom and some have hit the stars or are reaching, it all starts with a dream and never stop, there is no ending to a dream of beauty and sharing it with the world.

Racing Fashion @ Xterrace, 21st Century Hat Exhibition at East India House for London Hat Week


	Racing Fashion @ Xterrace, 21st Century Hat Exhibition at East India House for London Hat Week

Racing Fashion @ Xterrace, 21st Century Hat Exhibition at East India House for London Hat Week

Racing Fashion @ Xterrace, 21st Century Hat Exhibition at East India House for London Hat Week

Exhibiting Milliners

The Late Paris Kyne, Richard Nylon, Monique Lee Hylands-White, Marta Glazen,, John Westwood Hill, Hania Bulczynska, Maggie Mowbray, Chiara Pavan, Merve Bayindir, Monica Feher, Kim Wiebenga, Ully Meins, Jo Miller, Olivia Schwartz, Dianne McGee-Lewis, Arlene Barclay, Laurie Carlson Steger, Graham Baldwin, Catherine Kelly (Unfortunately Catherine's exhibits did not clear customs in time), Joanna Roberts, Loren Wood, Lisa Bell, Judith Kindsky, Suzanne Ryan, Stanka Kostadinova Mihaleva, Els Robberechts, Fiona Baker, Jacqueline Kolbe, Antonio Guardiola Galceran, Xin Zhang, Maria Eugenia Jimenez Jimenez, Private Collection of Anna Mott

Curated by Monique Lee and Anna Mott

A very big thank you to the following participants who made Xterrace, 21st Century Hat Exhibition a success, Ella Sharp, John Watkins, Nicholas Hylands-White, Paul Gough, Rajani Rao, Kari Sverriss, Bai Tian, Chulaluck Somsiriwatthana, Fandi Wu, Hathaichanok Dechkingvigrom, Jariya Thanasunthornsut, Jilang Huang, Lingzi Zhao, Mancharee Suriyalert, Myriam Sephanh, Shengqu Ba, Sofie Gille, Tayida Nolan, Wing Sze Wan, Xiaoying Du, Xiaoxue Zhang, Zi Fang, Zihe Wei.

I would personally like to thank all who participated, enjoyed and even read this page. My love for hats and the craft of hats is something I cannot describe and to share everything I love and to bring forward artists in a different dimension besides races is truly a blessing. Much love.

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Svetlana Gulyaeva

2015-06-01T22:39:00.000-07:00

I am totally in love with this hat and I am not sure the total story of it, but it deserves to be pointed out and appreciated. As I do not speak russian, translation is difficult so I am unsure who to credit, but this is so beautiful.

As mentioned, this is not a print, rather the work of a silk painter and I love that. So many times we are seeing faces of icons and it is fun, but to paint this is simply spectacular, just love it.

Actually one day by Dali (in the sense of watching too many and long), Denis decided to make a Hat based on:) THIS IS NOT A PRINT! It is hand-painted on silk. The from and to all the work of Denis.
In the photo the holder Cap Vera Smirnova

Racing Fashion love Svetlana Gulyaeva

Racing Fashion love Svetlana Gulyaeva

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Amanda Dudley Milliner

2015-06-01T02:59:00.000-07:00

With London Hat week and excitement of Royal Ascot, I have been on a bit of a Union Jack whim although I love when things just pop up under my nose and I love to share.
One Student at Kangan Institute who's work I loved was Amanda Dudley who I believe need a good look at for outstanding well made hats. Her work is unique, distinctive and her pieces will be fabulous for races, weddings and occasions when you just want to make a statement or feel special.

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British-born Amanda has been classically trained in traditional and modern millinery techniques, training in London at Kensington and Chelsea College, and in Melbourne with many highly regarded milliners. That focus on technique and quality really shows in her work, which is always immaculately executed with beautiful finishes.

In a short space of time, she has developed quite a name for herself, with her hats appearing in Italian Vogue and on the heads of celebrities. She is inspired by creative designers such as Alexander McQueen, Thierry Mugler and Vivienne Westwood, and finds influence from many years traveling through Europe, Asia and South America, drawing great inspiration from the rich colours and textures of the fabrics that are found there.

Each season she creates unique bespoke couture creations for her customers together with a ready to wear range. Her collections are full of on trend pieces, including geometrics, metallics and splashes of the seasons hottest colours, with no barriers to the materials used, a perfect match to catwalk favourites.

Moody & Farrel

2015-05-30T22:57:00.000-07:00

Racing Fashion Loves Moody and Farrel

Racing Fashion Loves Moody and Farrel

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Photographer: Madame Peripetie

Make-up: Marina Keri

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Racing Fashions Favourite Hats from Oaks Day 2014 Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival

2015-05-29T01:01:00.000-07:00

Racing Fashions Favourite Hats from Oaks Day 2014 Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival

Racing Fashions Favourite Hats from Oaks Day 2014 Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival

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Galina Kofod Leather Flowers

2015-05-21T23:55:00.000-07:00

Galina Kofod is undoubtedly one of the most practiced and skilled Milliners I know in the art of making Leather Flowers. I personally have not made leather flowers to speak in great length about it, but Galina's work speak volumes when looking at her art. Galina is originally from Russia and was a Geologist, her passion for beauty in Flora's took over her world and we have her amazing range of flowers. Something that Galina does so well is the texture of her leather flowers. It gives an extra depth and totally different perspective from the silk counterpart which Galina is also well versed.

As well as Galina's amazing flowers to purchase you can buy tutorial DVD's for home to learn this amazing craft.

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Racing Fashion loves Galina Kofod Leather Flowers

Racing Fashion loves Galina Kofod Leather Flowers

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ALVES PINTO & JEAN PAUL GAULTIER / ZOO MAGAZINE JANUARY 2014

2015-05-16T12:30:00.000-07:00

ALVES PINTO & JEAN PAUL GAULTIER / ZOO MAGAZINE JANUARY 2014

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Fashion Muse Isabella Blow

2015-05-13T02:09:00.001-07:00

4 Days ago we had the anniversary of the death of the brilliant Isabella Blow.
I find it strange in so many ways that people call her eccentric, if anything I find this woman to be more real and comfortable in her own skin than others.
Isabella is such a rare form of person where as I see and have read that everyone she came across, she believed in and wanted them to succeed.
After being at the Victoria and Albert museum for Alexander McQueen, Savage Beauty, you can see her understanding of artists and their interpretation. The world of wearable art has lost one of the most amazing women leading fashion.
In looking at theses amazing images, may it inspire you to go further in the way your portray yourself with fashion. I never had the pleasure to meet this lady, but what an impression Isabella Blow has left on the world. Everyone I know, knows her name and of her Iconic fashion. Forever Missed.

Racing Fashion Remembers Isabella Blow in her amazing Hats

Racing Fashion Remembers Isabella Blow in her amazing Hats

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As far as I know, most of these images are Philip Treacy Hats.

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Millinery Muse Daphne Guiness

2015-05-07T03:27:00.000-07:00

Millinery Muse Daphne Guiness

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Millinery Muse Daphne Guiness

Millinery Muse Daphne Guiness

Almost always wearing Philip Treacy or Alexander McQueen, Daphne Guiness is a true ambassador of Millinery and Fashion always pushing boundaries and forging trends.
Daphne Guiness a true fashion icon, who dares to not care, she is beyond fashion.

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Noel Stewart Millinery

2015-05-05T02:18:00.000-07:00

I have been stalking, I mean talking to Noel Stewart for some time via email about his amazing hats and aesthetic of Milliner, so when in London for London Hat Week, I knew I had to jump at the chance to go and visit. I was not disappointed.
I have been watching Noel for sometime and he has been appointed Milliner for Christies, which several years ago was part of my turnout attire for showing. Now for safety reasons in Australia, all showing has to be with an ASA approved helmet. I love the look of the bowler and topper, but really safety is paramount on horseback as you never can predict when there will be an incident.
With such lovely manners I was asked if I would like a beverage, and of course I can never miss a cup of tea in the UK, it is always perfect. In saying that, quickly someone swept out the door to grap a cuppa from the corner shop. Noel did let me know that 'Ribena' is the creative juice used in his studio. We then got to chatting and of course playing Hat dress up. This was totally amazing and as many Australian Milliners know, I can be like a bull in a china shop. When Noel told me of his collapsible Hat Stand, I knew I had to be very particular in the way I move as I could see myself easily trapped under this huge stand.
I have been so in love with Noels collection and his iridescent feathers had me spell bound. I need to find that bird. lol. Noel's 2015 collection of 'Electric Storm' had me so excited and the collection was endless possibilities for Royal Ascot. The hues of soft pink are simply delicious and now we know that the Duchess of Cambridge has had a daughter, this colour may be a hit for the coming race days. Noel is on the market with the fabulous printed pieces, which immediately make his pieces copyright and also distinctive. There are so many delicious pieces to choose from and love the Autumn/Winter collection 'Soft Shards', this would be perfect for the Australian Clientele heading into Winter. I am in awe of Noel's work not to mention him as a person, who is an amazing gentleman with a fabulous sense of humor.
The walk to Noel's studio is one through the market during the day, so heels, fur and hat may cop a few looks, but only to the approval of locals as they love to see hats worn for any affair. Make sure you have a look at Noel's site and don't be afraid to ask for bespoke pieces, such as masks that were being created in the workroom.
I cannot thank Noel or or the Milliners and London enough for their hospitality and opening their studio's and stories to me. Please take a look at Noel's site, click here.

Racing Fashion Loves Noel Stewart Millinery

Noel Stewart is a London based milliner with international status. Taking inspiration from contemporary art and architecture whilst using his extensive skills, he modernises millinery and creates a fresh and elegant approach to how we dress the head. Noels collections for men and women combine luxury materials and traditional craftsmanship with contemporary innovation.

Before attending the Royal College of Art, Noel worked with designers Dai Rees and Stephen Jones. This included time spent as Stephen Jones’s assistant at Christian Dior Couture,John Galliano and Louis Vuitton

Since establishing his label Noel has designed hats for leading fashion designers such as Roland Mouret, Diesel, Roksanda Ilincic, Erdem, Hussein Chalayan, Richard Nicoll, Jaeger,Marc by Marc Jacobs, Holly Fulton, Sibling, Viktor & Rolf, Claire Barrow and Gareth Pugh. His continuing work with such designers reflects the relevance of his role in contemporary fashion.

Racing Fashion Loves Noel Stewart Millinery

Racing Fashion Loves Noel Stewart Millinery
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Racing Fashion Loves Noel Stewart Millinery

Racing Fashion Loves Noel Stewart Millinery

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Kentucky Derby Hats for 2015

2015-05-03T01:07:00.000-07:00

Racing Fashion presents Kentucky Derby Hat 2015 with thanks to Getty Images

Thank you to the Daily Mail UK, ACP and Getty for sharing these images.

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The Migration is Underway for Racing Fashion!

2015-04-29T03:19:00.000-07:00

Racing Fashion (www.racingfashion.com.au) is currently under Migration to make the site more responsive, easier to navigate and be mobile friendly, so you can have everything at the touch of a phone. Temporarily, Racing Fashion will be talking Millinery Trends, what is usually in the 'Millinery' section of the site here.
We will be talking to Noel Stewart and Stephen Jones, and celebrating Milliners work Internationally and talking about the showcase of Milliners from London Hat Week.
Royal Ascot and Spring Racing Carnival is just around the corner so we will have all the trends on Racingfashion blogspot.

Here is just a few images of the fabulous colaboration of Philip Treacy mused by Lady Gaga.

Racing Fashion loves Lady Ga Ga wearing Philip Treacy Hats

Racing Fashion loves Lady Ga Ga wearing Philip Treacy Hats

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Gina Foster Millinery

2015-01-21T22:53:00.000-08:00

When talking about Millinery in Australia we are so blessed to have so many talented, unique talents, but when you step of the plane and head for Royal Ascot and sit among the British Aristocracy, I am sorry, but I will let you know you are being judged from Head to Toe. It is ruthless and stiff upper lip and you will not hear a whisper, but trust me if a hair is out of place it will be noticed and you will be put into the group that shall not bear the right to enter the 'Royal Enclosure'. With Royal Ascot coming closer I am delighted to give you a peak into the world of Gina Foster Millinery. The elegance and grace not only of her master craftsmanship but the overseeing of the quality of her fabrics are second to none. The fabric and the way the sisal and sinemay has been blocked, you can see the attention to detail where the sisal line meets the edge of the block where I have been mentored by a Master Milliner to look for when assessing detail. When mentioning the name of Gina Foster Millinery, this is not a new name, as has featured on the Front of 'The Hat' magazine and also adorned by Duchess Catherine of Cambridge, need you look further. This work is sublime and perfection personified.

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Wayne Wichern Millinery

2014-12-29T17:20:00.000-08:00

Just as Summer sizzles us in Australia with searing sun, Wayne Wichern gives us brilliant examples of his felt hats that are beyond perfection wanting us to head into Winter just to sport his felt creations. I am not saying that I am not in absolute awe of his straw masterpieces, as the finish on his sisal is perfection as well. You can see the workmanship in these examples shows years of mastery in Millinery and the knowledge of the medium of how it is going to react. Truly in love with this Millinery Master.

Racing Fashion loves Wayne Wichern Milliney

Racing Fashion loves Wayne Wichern Milliney

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Hats from Designer Awards on Melbourne Cup Day

2014-12-11T22:08:00.001-08:00

Here are some of my favourite hats that were worn on Melbourne Cup Day, 'Designer Awards'. It was hard to get totally fabulous shots, but they will be coming on the main site when they arrive through. My professional photographer had centre front, but just had to share a few of my favourites which included, Studio Aniss, Liza Steadman, Jo-Anne Rolf, Richard Nylon and Rebecca Share just to name a few. I delight in having the honour to being able to photograph and film these ladies during carnival and always just hope to bring you the colour and life that I enjoy.

Racing Fashion Hats at Designer Award Melbourne Cup Day

Racing Fashion Hats at Designer Award Melbourne Cup Day

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Richard Nylon

2014-12-09T23:58:00.000-08:00

A name that is synonymous with Millinery and also Melbourne is the fabulous Mr Richard Nylon who is not only a Millinery Master but also a wonderful person with a warm heart. Richard is a self taught Milliner not having been taught formerly which shows how amazing his work is and that he has learnt through using the fabrics how they manipulate and block.
Although Richard may not have had formal training, you can see his brilliance in design and a true master of his craft with wit in every piece. I love his work and love to see his personality brought to life on peoples head.
Not only an Icon of the Millinery world yet a Melbourne Icon who is treasured. There are just not enough of these characters of Melbourne or any city who give so much of their personality to their city and trade. Totally in love with this man and his amazing craft. Thank you Richard for just being your fabulous self. x

Racing Fashion loves Richard Nylon

Racing Fashion loves Richard Nylon

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Tolentino Haute Hats of Spain

2014-12-09T00:03:00.000-08:00

Of course when you see these images you will be in heaven. These hats are so beautifully crafted and attention to detail is sublime. I have never been to Spain, but heading to Europe later in 2015 I am thinking I may have to have a day where I stop off and meet these amazing Milliners.
Ever since throwing myself into the world of Millinery, the name 'Tolentino' has meant pure exquisite Master Millinery. Every piece is so delicately made and just so individual.
There are so many fantastic talented Milliners in the world, but Tolentino would have to be there with favourites of mine. I cannot pick one piece over another that I like more. Just enjoy the beauty of their work. I would also like to thank Tolentino, for always keeping Racing Fashion FB page always up to date with what they are working on. We love it. x

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Racing Fashion loves Tolentino Haute Hats of Spain

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Jane Stoddart

2014-12-07T22:45:00.000-08:00

Jane Stoddart would not only be one of my favourite Milliners but also one of my favourite people. Her knowledge of Millinery and textiles in second to none and currently doing her Masters in Millinery. This is an amazing challenge and I am really excited to hear about the course and the work involved. Jane was a tutor at the International Millinery Forum 2014 and her class was very well received with only compliments of her teaching.
Jane's signature style is beautiful lace but having been a trade Milliner for over 30 years, her craft and knowledge of Millinery as awe inspiring. This is why simply doing a few lessons and courses here and there to gain a better idea of how to critique and judge hats, I have no business in having my name in the same sentence.
I am so excited to show you Jane's work and present her here. Jane runs classes in Sydney as well as travelling around the world to share her techniques. I had the pleasure of two classes where Jane taught 'Lace' as well as Leather. Her Teaching is brilliant where rank beginners can attend the class like me and have something interesting at the end of class or tutors in the industry who have been teaching for years.

Racing Fashion loves Jane Stoddart Millinery

Racing Fashion loves Jane Stoddart Millinery

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Eugenie van Oirschot

2014-12-06T21:51:00.000-08:00

Many people ask me about my favourite Milliner and always when talking to people the likes of Stephen Jones and 'Hatmaker' Philip Treacy come to mind, but there are so many different Milliners with different aesthetics, you can really not pinpoint one that you adore more than another due to their talent. Eugenie van Oirschot is one of these people that to me is one of the finest headwear makers I have the pleasure to know. Her keep eye for precision and mathematical engineering genius takes her hats to a level of constructive art for the head.
I was first introduced to Eugenie's artistry when Kim Fletcher told me about a class she had taken and shown me a hat where she had weaved the dupion covered plastic and it was magnificent.
When hearing about this method I was excited to see more of Eugenie's work. I think I must be one of Eugenie's biggest fans, and during the 2014 International Millinery Forum I had the pleasure of being a student in her class learning the art of sequence.
It was very testing for me, not having a mathematical mind, but the hat turned out ok. I am so grateful for the loan of her hats to sport on course at Flemington on Oaks Day last year as well as this year. 'Phoenix' is a hat that is so beyond belief even mere racegoers that know nothing about hats and only there for the racing were inquiring and asking about it. I am so appreciative and grateful to Eugenie and I want all to know of her Millinery skill and Art form.

Racing Fashion loves Eugenie van Oirschot of L'une Hats

Above Phoenix
Racing Fashion loves Eugenie van Oirschot of L'une Hats

Racing Fashion loves Eugenie van Oirschot of L'une Hats

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Philip Treacy Moscow Exhibition 2014

2014-12-05T22:30:00.002-08:00

I have not been hat blogging lately, mostly to due to the ridiculous amount of work I have to spend on my master site. I am going to bring you more milliners and work from all over the world as much as possible. I am not a Milliner and I not profess to be one, I am simply someone who loves to dress well with a hat and always been brought up wearing hats.

In some cases, people may feel that I don't have a right as I am not a milliner to talk about hats, but it is the right and freedom of all to talk about whatever they wish and construct their own thoughts.

The lower photograph with Phillip Treacy was taken by Andrey Grabarey-Maler, Lower images by Natalia Borisova . Anna. x

Philip Treacy Moscow Exhibition

Philip Treacy Moscow Exhibition

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Rachel Trevor Morgan Millinery

2014-10-15T20:44:00.000-07:00

When you add HRH to the list of clientele, I guess that you have stepped into another league, although it is not difficult to see why. Rachel Trevor Morgan Millinery is superbly crafted and beyond compare. Having felt the craft through my hand and trying to understand Millinery better, my cases of example of hats, which really cannot be spoken about in the same sentence as this brilliant Milliner look like a mere cat scratching post in comparison.
This is where where genius meets perfection and worth of Royal Stamp of Approval. Just looking at these amazing hats takes you to the a place far beyond belief and this beautiful art of hand made adornment for the head is not only made with the finest of material, but also mastered and by some of the most skilled hands I have ever seen. Beyond Compare.

Racing Fashion loves the brilliance of Rachel Trevor Morgan Millinery by appointment of HRH.

Racing Fashion loves the brilliance of Rachel Trevor Morgan Millinery by appointment of HRH.

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Karen Morris Millinery

2014-10-09T01:29:00.000-07:00

I would like to take a moment to Introduce an amazing Milliner and friend, Karen Morris. I had the pleasure at the International Millinery Forum to meet this wonderful lady from the United States and share conversation. Karen is such a pleasure to chat to and I could imagine her clients coming back again and again as her beauty of soul is not only seen in her hats but is also warms to you in her words.
I am so excited to see the technique that Karen learned from Jane Taylor, (Milliner to Duchess Katherine) I adore your work Karen and I just had to share.
The felt work is amazing, totally in love and seeing these felts ALMOST wants me to go through another Melbourne Winter.

Racing Fashion is Crazy about Karen Morris Millinery

Racing Fashion is Crazy about Karen Morris Millinery

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Kim Fletcher Millinery Art Spring Carnival Showing 2014

2014-10-05T01:58:00.000-07:00

There is something special in the air and it is the Millinery of Kim Fletcher. You would think with the vast array of amazing designs that Kim has her hands bleeding to get her Spring Collection out for Winter. Quite the contrary, we are talking about an Australian Milliner in strong demand. Kim Fletcher is the name you hear with Millinery associated with the Melbourne Cup. Kim attended with her hats to many destinations around the Globe with the Melbourne Cup including New Zealand and China. To boot, her photo was on the leading paper in China front page and with 1.5 million viewers alone in China watching that will make anyone stand to attention.
I could not think of a nicer Milliner who cares more about the people she deals with and their happiness in their purchase. I have been a loyal customer of Kim Fletcher and her hats stand the test of time being classic. Fun pieces that are perfect for fashionable and quirky in nature are always well priced and bring a sense of lightness in the air.
You will always be happy when you purchase hats with Kim Fletcher as seen in her 2014 collection there is something for everyone. From Showstopping Derby Day, to subtle bows and the latest Millinery Fabrics are being used as well as traditional techniques, this is the one stop shop at 521 Glenhuntly Road, Elternwick. Call for an appointment or just drop by (03) 95230711

Racing Fashion Features Kim Fletcher Millinery Art Spring Racing Carnival Collection

Racing Fashion Features Kim Fletcher Millinery Art Spring Racing Carnival Collection

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Phillip Rhodes

2014-05-19T01:10:00.000-07:00

He cannot be surpassed and with signature millinery trademarks noticeable by a keen eye, you can see that we are looking at a milliner that is so devoted yet meticulous that not a hair can be out of place when wearing any of his masterpieces.
Every now and then I see a Phillip Rhodes Hat pass by me and immediately I think of how much money I have in each account for a purchase. Phillips hats are very reasonably prices in comparison to other millinery masters and have an edge of individuality and distinction.
I have recently just purchased one of these millinery marvels and I am so excited.
Whenever I receive a hat, I must admit I look over it like I have just purchased a new car, I look around it everywhere to see the work and how loved it is.
Not a stitch out of place. This hat is so brilliantly made that it is flawless. It is beautiful and masterfully handmade. Yet this is work not of a hatmaker but that of a milliner, sitting and stitching for hours.
I can say that this hat is so appreciated and not just a hat. I have many sitting in my hat room well approx 400, but this is something really special and needs extra special love. Thank you Mr Rhodes for creating something so beautiful in my eyes. Your work is beyond brilliant and I cannot wait to see your Spring Carnival Collection. Click Here to see more of the wonderful creations of Phillip Rhodes.

Racing Fashion Adores the Excellence of Phillip Rhodes

Racing Fashion Adores the Excellence of Phillip Rhodes

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Beau Hats Oxton Wirral

2014-05-14T02:07:00.000-07:00

Allot of people wonder about my obsession with hats, it is not really rocket science, just that I love really beautiful things and hats to me are just so beautiful.

Racing Fashion loves Beau Hats Oxton Wirral

Racing Fashion loves Beau Hats Oxton Wirral

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