Perfect Vintage buying 1950s Hat with Original Faux Pearl Hatpin, Wool Gabardine ca. 1953: Appears Unworn!
Excellent condition Exquisite simple and classic style This simple black gabardine cap.
Excellent condition! Exquisite, simple, and classic style. This simple black gabardine cap is in immaculate condition rated as near mint and appears never worn. It is an estate find and has never been on the market in any way prior to now.
The hat dates to about 1953 and is entirely hand-sewn.
Vintage Clothing Enthusiasts: The hat comes with the original hatpin and if you have any questions on how to wear this design properly, please contact me prior to purchase as I will be very happy to assist you!
The hat dates to about 1953 and is entirely hand-sewn.
It is beautifully tailored to be worn to the back of the head, with room enough for a small chignon or twist of hair inside. The entire brim is carefully wired and hand-finished making the structure strong in every regard.
Beautifully styled, this design adds just enough of a silhouette around the head to accentuate the eyes and reflective qualities of the hair.
This design is styled for use with a hatpin and the original, simple, faux pearl hatpin is included. For those who may wish to avoid the hatpin and if you wish to wear the hat, then millinery elastic could easily be installed...these are found online, or at bridal or nice fabric stores. A hatpin or millinery elastic is essential for comfort and ease of wear. A millinery elastic will allow the hat to be worn at a tilt if so desired (the elastic is drawn through the hair and typically invisible.
The style is very retro and would great with either vintage or modern clothing! The hat is simply wonderful in design...and the handmade quality is so classic! The quality is simply not found in our world today!
It measures to fit a perfect 22 inches or 56 cm, or slightly smaller and again in near mint condition as if never worn. There is buying no milliner's mark of any kind. The interior is faced with fluted French silk grosgrain.
There are no moth nips, snags, stains, storage odors. The pin is in excellent condition with a perfectly opalescent faux pearl head, although there is a tiny bit of corrosion on the stem.
This is a wonderful hat for your retro LBD...and may easily become a favorite...it also makes a classic millinery treatment for your next retro fashion exhibit!
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Please Read: All measurements are close but considered approximate. Alterations may be necessary if you plan on wearing any of these historical pieces. Most importantly, if you have any concerns about sizing or durability for wear, please contact me so that I may advise you!
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